The Baltic Sea is getting hotter, and that's bad news for its tiny plant-like residents, the dinoflagellates. These microscopic organisms are crucial for the sea's health, but they're facing a double threat. First, there are the heatwaves, which are becoming more common and intense due to climate ch
In the mid-20th century, a significant portion of New Brunswick's forested areas faced severe defoliation. The solution? DDT, a powerful insecticide. Between 1952 and 1968, roughly half of the province's forests received aerial DDT treatments. This chemical was not a one-and-done deal. It stuck arou
Oysters are the unsung heroes of coastal and marine ecosystems. They clean water, create homes for other sea creatures, and protect shorelines. But how do you keep oyster populations healthy while also allowing people to harvest them? That's the tricky balance that five U. S. Gulf of Mexico states a
Mountains are key players in keeping Earth's life-support systems running. They are home to a wide range of plants and animals. But they are also in big trouble. The planet is heating up, and these ecosystems are feeling the heat. The big question is: how will they react to these temperature changes
The ocean has a secret that has puzzled sailors for over 400 years. They have seen the sea glow brightly, as if the horizon itself was shining. This strange event, known as a "milky sea, " has been hard to study because it happens rarely and far from where most people live. A researcher has gathere
China is undergoing major changes in its landscape. This affects how much sunlight the country absorbs. To understand this better, researchers looked at data from 2001 to 2020. They found that most of the land stayed the same. However, the changes that did occur had a big impact on sunlight absorpti
Marine and coastal ecosystems are powerhouses. They offer a mix of benefits, from food and shelter to protection against storms and carbon storage. Think of them as nature's multitaskers. The United Nations has stressed the importance of gathering physical data about these ecosystems. This data is c
Brazil is home to a unique landscape called canga. This is a type of rocky terrain that is rich in iron. It is also home to many plants that are found nowhere else in the world. Two of these plants are Lippia hermannioides and Matayba marginata. These plants grow in a specific type of environment kn
The world of marine ecosystems is filled with tiny, powerful players. One such player is the Schizotequatrovirus, a type of bacteriophage. These viruses have a knack for infecting a wide variety of hosts, making them quite the generalists in the microbial world. This adaptability is not just a fluke
Epilepsy is a tough nut to crack in the world of health care. It shows off many of the big problems in the system today. Think about it: care that's all over the place, not everyone getting the help they need, and money troubles. The way things are set up now doesn't help. It's like a bunch of teams
