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Earth and environment
Freshwater in the seabed: An opportunity for creative solutions
Both Roman law and Law of the Sea provide precedents for sharing natural resources, and the emerging trend of benefit‐sharing offers multiple and varied possibilities as well.
Chemists resolve origin of perovskite instability
A “rattling” observed in the crystal structure of cesium lead iodide perovskites is thought to be the long sought-after answer to as to why the material is so unstable.
High performance supercaps made from cotton waste and seawater
Researchers explore an alternative, green supercapacitor concept that relies on seawater and carbon fibers derived from waste cotton.
Plastic recycling from Europe dumped in Asian waters
A recent study finds that up to 31% of plastic exported for recycling is not recycled at all.
Green solvents for polymer dissolution
Researchers explore challenges and opportunities in the development of new green solvents for polymer chemistry.
Findings in Chesapeake Bay watershed help guide management of excess sediment
Effective management strategies are needed for preventing sediment from entering waterways such as Chesapeake Bay.
Minimizing the carbon footprint of cooling systems
Addressing the negative environmental impacts caused by fossil fuels and conventional refrigerants requires alternative and sustainable cooling solutions.
How to spot and support a river champion
Champions come in all shapes and sizes, with different styles of leadership and ways of influencing others to drive positive change.
Lessons learned from the front lines of climate change
How can scientists studying different key foundational species under threat learn from one another to address declines in ecosystems?
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