Forests, like humans, require a balanced diet
The world's forests are on a fast food diet of carbon dioxide, which is currently causing them to grow faster. But a researcher finds evidence suggesting that forest growth may soon peak as the t..
Restoring canals shown as cost-efficient way to reverse wetland loss
Scientists have determined a cost-effective way to prevent coastal erosion and protect Louisiana's wetlands.They propose a simple and inexpensive way to fill in canals that were once used for oil..
Peanuts that do more with less water
Researchers are studying peanut varieties to find a 'water conservation' trait. It would help the plant maintain a high yield during a drought.
Planetary astronomers identify cycle of spectacular disturbances at Jupiter’s equator
New research finds a pattern of unique events at Jupiter's equator.
Newly discovered adolescent star seen undergoing ‘growth spurt’
Astronomers have discovered a young star undergoing a rare growth spurt — giving a fascinating glimpse into the development of these distant stellar objects.
Are the late Stephen Hawking’s religious beliefs typical of U.K. scientists?
The late Stephen Hawking famously didn't believe in God. Neither does the renowned Richard Dawkins. But is that typical for U.K. scientists?
What are you looking at? How attention affects decision-making
Scientists using eye-tracking technology have found that what we look at helps guide our decisions when faced with two visible choices, such as snack food options. But it is not as easy as saying we s..
E-bandage generates electricity, speeds wound healing in rats
Skin has a remarkable ability to heal itself. But in some cases, wounds heal very slowly or not at all, putting a person at risk for chronic pain, infection and scarring. Now, researchers have develop..
Getting yeast to make artificial sweets
The holiday season can be a time of excess, but low- or no-calorie sweeteners could help merry-makers stay trim. Stevia is a zero-calorie sweetener that is sometimes called 'natural' because..
Team locates nearly all US solar panels in a billion images with machine learning
Researchers have identified the GPS locations and sizes of almost all US solar power installations from a billion images. Using the data, which is public, they identified factors that promote the use ..