The vast oceans of the world are teeming with tiny organisms that play a massive role in keeping marine ecosystems healthy. These microorganisms, often too small to see, are crucial for recycling nutrients and supporting life in the seas. Understanding how these microscopic communities change across
The Bay Area is gearing up for its first heat wave of 2025. This is causing some concern because the high temperatures will also bring unhealthy smog levels. The Bay Area Air District has issued a Spare the Air alert for Friday. This means that people should avoid burning wood and driving to keep p
Weather in Boston has been a bit of a mixed bag lately. The weekend is looking a bit more promising, though. The weather is set to warm up a bit, but don't expect a clear blue sky. Clouds will still be hanging around. It's a step up from the chilly days, though. So, it's not all bad news. Late
The weather is gearing up for a dramatic shift. Over the next few hours, a significant weather event is expected. A severe thunderstorm watch is in place from the I-25 corridor stretching eastward into the plains. This alert will stay active until 8:00 pm. For those living in the easternmost counti
The world is in for a rough ride over the next few years. Top weather experts have a grim forecast: get ready for more intense heat waves and stronger storms. The chance of breaking annual temperature records is high. There is an 80% likelihood that the world will shatter another temperature record
Boston is in for a change in weather. The warm days are taking a break. Temperatures will drop from the 80s to the 60s. This shift starts today and will last for a week. It will be a damp few days, but there's a silver lining. The rain will be steady on Thursday. It won't be a heavy downpour, but
There is a sneaky plant disease called Phytophthora ramorum. It is a big problem in nurseries. It can hide in the soil. It waits in the dirt. It can stay there for a long time. It can hide in old, infected leaves that are buried. To understand how this disease spreads, scientists did some experimen
Wastewater treatment faces a big hurdle in cold climates. The cold slows down the bacteria that break down ammonia. This makes it hard to clean wastewater effectively. But there's a clever fix: embedding immobilization technology (EIT). This method wraps the bacteria in a protective layer. It helps
The weather is taking a turn for the better as Memorial Day weekend approaches. It is expected to be much warmer than it has been. The temperatures are on the rise, with Saturday seeing a jump into the mid 60s. This trend is set to continue, with high pressure systems keeping the area dry and sun
The way we measure heat stress in the workplace is getting a makeover. Many tools out there don't quite hit the mark. They don't clearly connect with the factors they're supposed to measure. This makes it tough to understand what's really going on. So, researchers are stepping in to create a new ind
