Farmers in India should be provided with early forecasts of expected variations in the monsoon season in order to reduce crop losses, scientists say.
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Protected Areas See Continued Deforestation But at a Reduced Rate, OSU Research Shows
A survey of more than 18,000 land parcels spanning 2 million square miles across 63 countries shows that a “protected area” designation reduces the rate of deforestation but does not prevent it.
Potential for Misuse of Climate Data a Threat to Business and Financial Markets
Climate information is at risk of being misconstrued and used inappropriately in financial reports and has the potential to expose businesses to significant risk, according to a new paper by Australian researchers.
Combination of Pine Scent and Ozone as Super Source of Particulate Emissions From Coniferous Forests
Scientists have managed to figure out why conifer forests produce so many fine particles into the atmosphere.
Survey: Cleaning Product Use Affecting Asthma More During COVID-19 Measures
Those with asthma are experiencing less asthma control related to an increase in using household disinfectants — known asthma triggers — because of COVID-19, according to a survey co-conducted by University of Illinois Chicago researchers.
Proper Fit of Face Masks Is More Important Than Material, Study Suggests
A team of researchers studying the effectiveness of different types of face masks has found that in order to provide the best protection against COVID-19, the fit of a mask is as important, or more important, than the material it is made of.
