Plants are masters of adaptation. They constantly tweak their internal structures to handle changes inside and outside their cells. This isn't just any random adjustment. It's a carefully controlled process. At the heart of this process is the cytoskeleton. Think of it as the plant's internal scaffo
In a world where pollution is a growing concern, a new tool is helping women make smarter choices about breast cancer screening. This tool, called a decision aid (DA), is not just any ordinary guide. It has been specially designed to include information about environmental risks. But how effective i
Southern California is dealing with a massive cleanup after an unusually wet Christmas season. This is the wettest Christmas in recent memory, and it has caused a lot of damage. Just a year ago, wildfires were a big problem in places like Altadena and Pacific Palisades. Now, the weather has complete
Colorado's recent push to tighten its rules on natural gas pipelines has sparked debate. The state's Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has backed most of the recommendations from an administrative law judge. These rules aim to strengthen the regulation of the vast network of gas pipelines crisscross
Alaska's youngest residents are dealing with serious environmental issues. The numbers show that kids in Alaska are at a higher risk compared to the rest of the country. This is not just about the future; it's happening now. First, let's talk about water. In 2023, nearly half of Alaska's public wat
Tata Steel, a big name in the steel world, is in trouble. A group in the Netherlands is suing two of its Dutch companies. They want €1. 4 billion (that's a lot of money! ) for health and environmental issues. The group says the steel plant in IJmuiden is making people sick and lowering home values.
Brunswick Landing has a long history with toxic chemicals. The recent 2024 AFFF firefighting foam spill brought attention to the PFAS "forever chemicals" issue. But these chemicals have been a problem for decades. They contaminated soil, water, and buildings long before the spill. Many people are u
Environmental science often deals with messy data. Small, varied data sets make it hard to build reliable models. Traditional machine learning methods often fail here. They fit the training data too well but perform poorly in real-world tests. Enter GP-BT. It's a new method designed to tackle these
Rotorua's lakes and rivers are popular spots to beat the summer heat, but they come with risks. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is urging everyone to be cautious. Last year, 17 people drowned in lakes and rivers across New Zealand, with three of those in the Bay of Plenty. Drowning isn't the only
Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties are booming. New families and businesses are moving in, drawn by jobs and the Lowcountry's beauty. But growth brings challenges, especially protecting the area's water and marshes. Some people blame septic systems for water quality problems. They say th
