Some species of butterfly rely on shade to regulate their body temperature when it gets too hot.
Environment
Microrobots against harmful polymers in water bodies
Czech researchers developed self-propelled microrobots that decompose complex solid pollutants, such as single use and disposable textile fibers.
Anthropogenic climate change accelerating faster than earlier, natural analogs
Whilst large-scale volcanic activity has been responsible for huge temperature rises millions of years ago, human-made climate change is happening at a far faster rate.
The Arctic has begun to enter a new climate state
An extensive study shows that the fragile Arctic landscape is changing right before our eyes. While we cannot stop the transformation, we can mitigate its effects if we reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow climate change.
Ecologists sound alarm on plastic pollution
Unless growth in plastic production and use is halted, a fundamental transformation of the plastic economy to a framework based on recycling is essential.
Compressed air cars for urban transportation
Researchers have increased the efficiency of compressed air cars with the aid of phase change materials for heat recovery, making them a viable carbon-free alternative for future passenger cars.
Giant hornet: Potential spread and impact on honeybees
Spread of the giant Asian hornet (Vespa mandarinia) in the USA threatens honeybee colonies, and new analysis assesses the possible impact.
The effects of ocean warming
Marine biologist Ian Bouyoucos investigated blacktip reef sharks in French Polynesia. In this interview, he reveals that not everything in this paradise is as it should be thanks to climate change.
What is the carbon footprint of carbon capture and utilization?
The amount of carbon dioxide produced by industrial point sources is far larger than the current demand for carbon capture and utilization.
Micro- and nanoplastics detectable in human tissues
A new study is the first to examine micro- and nanoplastic occurrence in human organs, providing the first clues on potential exposure sources and routes.
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