Robots with toes? Experiments suggest that climbing robots could benefit from having flexible, hairy toes, like those of geckos, that can adjust quickly to accommodate shifting weight and slippery surfaces.

Over the past quarter-century, changes in Antarctic sea-ice cover have had profound impacts on life on the ocean floor. 

North Island vegetation shows signs of stress during one the region’s most severe droughts on record.

Studies show evidence of previous pandemics, disasters throughout history.

Prescribed burns are an effective method for managing forests and controlling wildfires. But burning such a large amount of built-up fuel can significantly impact regional air quality.

Scientists in Japan develop a new method to track plastic emissions from land to sea.

University researchers design water quantity tool to help with forest-thinning plans.

A University of York scientist working to preserve forests has warned that vines that once protected vegetation from fire may now be drying into fuel.

Phytoplankton play a crucial role in ocean biology and climate.

Northwest Greenland is featured in this icy image captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-3 mission.