A new global analysis says that greenhouse-gas emissions from food systems have long been systematically underestimated—and points to major opportunities to cut them.
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Monarchs Raised in Captivity Can Orient Themselves for Migration, U of G Study Reveals
Monarch butterflies raised indoors still know how to fly south if given enough time to orient themselves, according to new University of Guelph research.
Antarctica: How Have Temperatures Varied Since the Last Glacial Period?
Antarctica has experienced significant temperature changes, especially since the last glacial period.
Climate Change Increases Extreme Rainfall and the Chance of Floods
Climate experts warn that, without urgent action, climate change will continue to cause an increase in the intensity of extreme rainfall that can lead to severe flooding.
Conserving Coastal Seaweed: A Must Have for Migrating Sea Birds
As Australia officially enters winter, UniSA ecologists are urging coastal communities to embrace all that the season brings, including the sometimes-unwelcome deposits of brown seaweed that can accumulate on the southern shores.
Procedure Using Ultrasound Energy Found to Treat High Blood Pressure
A minimally-invasive procedure that targets the nerves near the kidney has been found to significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertension patients, according to the results of a global multicentre clinical trial led in the UK by researchers at Queen Mary University of London and Barts Health NHS Trust.