Many diseases, such as COVID-19, have made the jump from animals to people with serious consequences for the human host.
COVID-19 Highlights Risks of Wildlife Trade
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Driver Behavior Influences Traffic Patterns as Much as Roadway Design, Study Reports
Urban planners may soon have a new way to measure traffic congestion.
UV Light May be a Greater Risk for Melanoma Than Suspected
Studies conducted in yeast show that exposure to ultraviolet light (UV) induces new types of DNA damage that may cause the deadliest form of skin cancer, malignant melanoma.
Abundance of Prey Species is Key to Bird Diversity in Cities
Urbanisation represents a drastic change to natural habitats and poses multiple challenges to many wildlife species, thereby affecting the occurrence and the abundance of many bird species.
Report: In Retrospect, the Burning of Wood in District Heating Plants has Resulted in Climate Savings
A conversion to wood biomass (wood chips and pellets) by Danish district heating plants has benefited the climate and is the more climate-friendly option compared to coal and natural gas.
Reducing Aerosol Pollution Without Cutting Carbon Dioxide Could Make the Planet Hotter
Humans must reduce carbon dioxide and aerosol pollution simultaneously to avoid weakening the ocean’s ability to keep the planet cool, new research shows.
