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Strong Indian monsoons steer Atlantic hurricanes towards land, study finds

SCIENCE DAILY Strong monsoons in the Indian Ocean can induce easterly winds that push Atlantic Ocean hurricanes westward, increasing the likelihood they'll make landfall in the Americas, according to new... Strong monsoons in the Indian Ocean can induce easterly winds that push Atlantic Ocean hurricanes westward, increasing the likelihood they'll make landfall in the Americas, according to new research. 40 minutes

Study explores infant body position and learning

SCIENCE DAILY A developmental psychologist has completed a study that is the first to measure how often infants spend time in different body positions over the first year of life. The study aims to understand how... A developmental psychologist has completed a study that is the first to measure how often infants spend time in different body positions over the first year of life. The study aims to understand how the physical context of infants' everyday... 40 minutes

Does putting the brakes on outrage bottle up social change?

SCIENCE DAILY While outrage is often generally considered a hurdle in the path to civil discourse, a team of psychologists suggest outrage -- specifically, moral outrage -- may have beneficial... While outrage is often generally considered a hurdle in the path to civil discourse, a team of psychologists suggest outrage -- specifically, moral outrage -- may have beneficial outcomes, such as inspiring people to take part in long-term collective action. 40 minutes

Donn Eisele: Apollo 7 Pilot

SPACE.COM Donn Eisele was an astronaut on Apollo 7, the first crewed mission of the Apollo program to make it to space. Donn Eisele was an astronaut on Apollo 7, the first crewed mission of the Apollo program to make it to space. 30 minutes

Current mix of soil bacteria and climate conditions 50 years ago

SCIENCE DAILY Scientists expect climate change influences the geographical distribution of microbes in the soil, but few studies have dug deeply into that relationship. A new study suggests... Scientists expect climate change influences the geographical distribution of microbes in the soil, but few studies have dug deeply into that relationship. A new study suggests the connection can drag across decades. After sequencing soil samples from North American and... 26 minutes

How to mass produce cell-sized robots

PHYS.ORG VIDEO Tiny robots no bigger than a cell could be mass-produced using a new method developed by researchers at MIT. The microscopic devices, which the team calls "syncells" (short for synthetic cells), might eventually be used to... Tiny robots no bigger than a cell could be mass-produced using a new method developed by researchers at MIT. The microscopic devices, which the team calls "syncells" (short for synthetic cells), might eventually be used to monitor conditions inside an... 21 minutes

Yes, your pet can tell time

SCIENCE DAILY A new study has found some of the clearest evidence yet that animals can judge time. By examining the brain's medial entorhinal cortex, the researchers discovered a previously unknown set of neurons that turn on like... A new study has found some of the clearest evidence yet that animals can judge time. By examining the brain's medial entorhinal cortex, the researchers discovered a previously unknown set of neurons that turn on like a clock when an... 42 minutes

Midterms could decide if 6 million people in families can get affordable insurance

ABC NEWS Obamacare expanded insurance to 20 million people, but some have been left behind. Obamacare expanded insurance to 20 million people, but some have been left behind. 23 minutes

Sockeye carcasses tossed on shore over two decades spur tree growth

SCIENCE DAILY In a 20-year study, researchers have found that nearly 600,000 pounds of sockeye salmon carcasses tossed to the left side of a small, remote stream in... In a 20-year study, researchers have found that nearly 600,000 pounds of sockeye salmon carcasses tossed to the left side of a small, remote stream in southwest Alaska, helped trees on that side of the stream grow faster than their... 26 minutes

Portrait 'Painted' by AI Up for Auction at Christie's in NYC

LIVE SCIENCE AI portraiture is taking the art world by storm. AI portraiture is taking the art world by storm. 21 minutes

This front-runner for governor is a vocal supporter of single-payer, sometimes

ABC NEWS Democrat Gavin Newsom is the front-runner in the race for California governor. Democrat Gavin Newsom is the front-runner in the race for California governor. 6 minutes

Measuring immigrant integration

PHYS.ORG How well are immigrants integrating in the United States? Are they doing better or worse than in Germany or France? Under what conditions have immigrants most successfully integrated into their host societies? Despite great advances in social science, the answers... How well are immigrants integrating in the United States? Are they doing better or worse than in Germany or France? Under what conditions have immigrants most successfully integrated into their host societies? Despite great advances in social science, the answers... 4 minutes

Facebook beyond Facebook? Instagram, Messenger step up

PHYS.ORG When Facebook bought Instagram for $1 billion in 2012, it seemed like a big gamble for an unproven little app. Six years later, that little app—along with Messenger and WhatsApp—are serving as Facebook's safety... When Facebook bought Instagram for $1 billion in 2012, it seemed like a big gamble for an unproven little app. Six years later, that little app—along with Messenger and WhatsApp—are serving as Facebook's safety net for a future that could... 4 minutes

Facebook report shows backers of US political ads

PHYS.ORG Facebook on Tuesday released the first of what it promised will be routine reports showing who is behind US political ads seen at the social network or its Instagram service. Facebook on Tuesday released the first of what it promised will be routine reports showing who is behind US political ads seen at the social network or its Instagram service. 4 minutes

Trump's 'Space Force' to be built in stages by 2020

PHYS.ORG A new US "Space Force" will soon take shape but will at least initially be a step below the proposed sixth branch of the military envisioned by President... A new US "Space Force" will soon take shape but will at least initially be a step below the proposed sixth branch of the military envisioned by President Donald Trump, his vice president said Tuesday. 4 minutes

Scientists capture images of antibodies working together against malaria

PHYS.ORG Scientists investigating how the human immune system defends against malaria have uncovered a rare phenomenon: antibodies working together to bind to a vulnerable spot on the parasite. Scientists investigating how the human immune system defends against malaria have uncovered a rare phenomenon: antibodies working together to bind to a vulnerable spot on the parasite. 4 minutes

Researchers demonstrate 'random, transistor' laser that can be manipulated at nanoscale

PHYS.ORG In the last half-century, laser technology has grown into a multi-billion-dollar global industry and has been used in everything from optical-disk drives and barcode scanners to surgical and... In the last half-century, laser technology has grown into a multi-billion-dollar global industry and has been used in everything from optical-disk drives and barcode scanners to surgical and welding equipment. 4 minutes

Motley crews of bacteria cleanse water at huge oceanic Georgia Aquarium exhibit

PHYS.ORG VIDEO Sea creatures need to go to the bathroom, too, and in aquariums, that creates the task of cleaning the water of waste like ammonia,... Sea creatures need to go to the bathroom, too, and in aquariums, that creates the task of cleaning the water of waste like ammonia, nitrites and nitrates. Good bacteria break down nitrogen compounds at Georgia Aquarium, and in a new... 2 hours

Video » Clinical Fellowship Program at NIMH

NIMH VIDEO Mark Niciu, MD, PhD, talks about his experience in the Clinical Fellowship Program at NIMH. Mark Niciu, MD, PhD, talks about his experience in the Clinical Fellowship Program at NIMH. 2 hours

Video » UCL-NIMH Joint Doctoral Program in Neuroscience

NIMH VIDEO Jobert Vargas, BS, talks about his experience in the UCL-NIMH Joint Doctoral Program in Neuroscience. Jobert Vargas, BS, talks about his experience in the UCL-NIMH Joint Doctoral Program in Neuroscience. 2 hours

Video » PGY4 Residency Training and Clinical Fellowship Program & NIMH

NIMH VIDEO Gioia Guerrieri DO, FAPA, talks about her experience in the PGY4 Residency Training and Clinical Fellowship Program & NIMH Gioia Guerrieri DO, FAPA, talks about her experience in the PGY4 Residency Training and Clinical Fellowship Program & NIMH 2 hours

Video » KI-NIH Collaborative Doctoral Program in Neuroscience

NIMH VIDEO Stal Shrestha, PhD talks about his experience in the KI-NIH Collaborative Doctoral Program in Neuroscience. Stal Shrestha, PhD talks about his experience in the KI-NIH Collaborative Doctoral Program in Neuroscience. 2 hours

Salty, Oxygenated Water on Mars Could Host Simple Aerobic Life

SCI-NEWS.COM Caltech researcher Vlada Stamenković and co-authors calculated that if liquid water exists on the Red Planet,... Caltech researcher Vlada Stamenković and co-authors calculated that if liquid water exists on the Red Planet, it could contain more oxygen than previously thought possible. “Nobody ever thought that the concentrations of dissolved oxygen needed for aerobic respiration could theoretically... 2 hours

Pradman Kaul details Hughes’ global satellite broadband ambitions

SPACE NEWS Kaul says Hughes' entrance into Africa with Yahsat gives it a head start over Viasat, which has similarly expanded first... Kaul says Hughes' entrance into Africa with Yahsat gives it a head start over Viasat, which has similarly expanded first into Latin America while also having eyes on Africa and the globe. SpaceNews.com 3 hours

Researchers examine complex causes of preterm and low-birthweight babies in India

NEWS MEDICAL Women in India who spend more time fetching water, use a shared latrine, and endure harassment from others are more apt to give birth to a... Women in India who spend more time fetching water, use a shared latrine, and endure harassment from others are more apt to give birth to a pre-term or low-birthweight baby, according to a new study from the University of Iowa. 2 hours

NASA eyes powerful Hurricane Willa affecting western Mexico

PHYS.ORG NASA's Aqua satellite provided an infrared view of Hurricane Willa as it continued moving toward landfall in western Mexico on Oct. 23. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided a visible look at the... NASA's Aqua satellite provided an infrared view of Hurricane Willa as it continued moving toward landfall in western Mexico on Oct. 23. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided a visible look at the extent and structure of the storm. Willa is... 2 hours

Canada to impose carbon tax on provinces bucking climate action

PHYS.ORG Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday his government will impose a federal carbon tax on four out of 10 Canadian provinces that have failed to plan to curb... Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday his government will impose a federal carbon tax on four out of 10 Canadian provinces that have failed to plan to curb climate pollution. 2 hours

Does lavender really help with anxiety?

MNT A study of mice reveals that the scent of linalool, a natural alcohol found in lavender, relieves anxiety through its effect on olfactory nerve cells. A study of mice reveals that the scent of linalool, a natural alcohol found in lavender, relieves anxiety through its effect on olfactory nerve cells. 2 hours

AI doctor could boost chance of survival for sepsis patients

SCIENCE DAILY Scientists have created an artificial intelligence system that could help treat patients with sepsis. Scientists have created an artificial intelligence system that could help treat patients with sepsis. 3 hours

Saturn’s moon Dione has stripes like no others in the solar system

SCIENCE-NEWS Icy moon Dione has long, thin, bright lines at its equator that run surprisingly parallel to each other for tens to hundreds of kilometers. Icy moon Dione has long, thin, bright lines at its equator that run surprisingly parallel to each other for tens to hundreds of kilometers. 2 hours

What Is Lithium?

LIVE SCIENCE Lithium is a metal used in manufacturing, electronics and mental health. Lithium is a metal used in manufacturing, electronics and mental health. 2 hours

Where deep learning meets metamaterials

PHYS.ORG Breakthroughs in the field of nanophotonics—how light behaves on the nanometer scale—have paved the way for the invention of "metamaterials," man-made materials that have enormous applications, from remote nanoscale sensing to energy harvesting and medical diagnostics. But their... Breakthroughs in the field of nanophotonics—how light behaves on the nanometer scale—have paved the way for the invention of "metamaterials," man-made materials that have enormous applications, from remote nanoscale sensing to energy harvesting and medical diagnostics. But their impact on... 3 hours

Complex causes of premature and low-birthweight babies in India

SCIENCE DAILY Women in India who spend more time fetching water, use a shared latrine, and endure harassment from others are more apt to give birth to a pre-term or low-birthweight baby. Women in India who spend more time fetching water, use a shared latrine, and endure harassment from others are more apt to give birth to a pre-term or low-birthweight baby. 2 hours

New vaccine strategy shows promise to protect chickens against serious respiratory disease

NEWS MEDICAL A new vaccine strategy could offer protection to millions of chickens threatened by a serious respiratory disease, research shows. A new vaccine strategy could offer protection to millions of chickens threatened by a serious respiratory disease, research shows. 2 hours

Novel blood test shows promise for monitoring HPV-linked head and neck cancer after treatment

NEWS MEDICAL A new blood test developed by University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers shows promise for tracking HPV-linked... A new blood test developed by University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers shows promise for tracking HPV-linked head and neck cancer patients to ensure they remain cancer-free after treatment. 2 hours

Portrait 'Painted' by A.I. Up for Auction at Christie's in NYC

LIVE SCIENCE A.I. portraiture is taking the art world by storm. A.I. portraiture is taking the art world by storm. 3 hours

How you breathe may affect your memory

MNT Do you tend to breathe more through your nose or through your mouth? Your answer may affect your ability to consolidate new memories. Do you tend to breathe more through your nose or through your mouth? Your answer may affect your ability to consolidate new memories. 3 hours

US health chief says number of overdose deaths leveling off after years of increases driven by opioid epidemic

ABC NEWS US health chief says number of overdose deaths leveling off after years... US health chief says number of overdose deaths leveling off after years of increases driven by opioid epidemic 3 hours

Nerve-on-a-chip platform makes neuroprosthetics more effective

SCIENCE DAILY Scientists have developed a miniaturized electronic platform for the stimulation and recording of peripheral nerve fibers on a chip. By modulating and rapidly recording nerve activity with a high signal-to-noise ratio, the platform paves the way... Scientists have developed a miniaturized electronic platform for the stimulation and recording of peripheral nerve fibers on a chip. By modulating and rapidly recording nerve activity with a high signal-to-noise ratio, the platform paves the way to using chips to... 3 hours

Aspirin alone a good clot buster after knee surgery

SCIENCE DAILY When it comes to preventing blood clots after a knee replacement, good old aspirin may be just as effective as newer, more expensive drugs, such as rivaroxaban (Xarelto), according to... When it comes to preventing blood clots after a knee replacement, good old aspirin may be just as effective as newer, more expensive drugs, such as rivaroxaban (Xarelto), according to a orthopedics study. 3 hours

Medical News Today: How does gasoline exposure affect a person's health?

MNT Gasoline and gasoline vapors are toxic and can seriously damage a person's health. Learn about the health effects of gasoline inhalation, ingestion, and skin exposure here. Gasoline and gasoline vapors are toxic and can seriously damage a person's health. Learn about the health effects of gasoline inhalation, ingestion, and skin exposure here. 1 hour

Medical News Today: What do different colors of discharge mean in pregnancy?

MNT Normal discharge during pregnancy is clear or white and is known as leukorrhea. Other colors of discharge may indicate yeast infections, a sexually transmitted... Normal discharge during pregnancy is clear or white and is known as leukorrhea. Other colors of discharge may indicate yeast infections, a sexually transmitted infection, or more serious issues needing medical attention. Here, learn what the various colors of vaginal... 1 hour

New liquid biopsy test confirms remission in patients with HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer

NEWS MEDICAL A highly sensitive blood test that detects minute traces of cancer-specific DNA has been shown to accurately determine whether patients with HPV-related oropharyngeal squamous... A highly sensitive blood test that detects minute traces of cancer-specific DNA has been shown to accurately determine whether patients with HPV-related oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma are free from cancer following radiation therapy. 2 hours

Yahoo to pay $50M, other costs for massive security breach

PHYS.ORG Yahoo has agreed to pay $50 million in damages and provide two years of free credit-monitoring services to about 200 million people in the U.S. and Israel whose... Yahoo has agreed to pay $50 million in damages and provide two years of free credit-monitoring services to about 200 million people in the U.S. and Israel whose email addresses and other personal information were stolen as part of the... 2 hours

ALMA maps Europa's temperature

PHYS.ORG Jupiter's icy moon Europa has a chaotic surface terrain that is fractured and cracked, suggesting a long-standing history of geologic activity. Jupiter's icy moon Europa has a chaotic surface terrain that is fractured and cracked, suggesting a long-standing history of geologic activity. 2 hours

Innovative computer software sheds new light on genetic processes underlying deadly diseases

NEWS MEDICAL Innovative computer software developed by University of Leicester scientists is shedding new light on the genetic makeup of deadly pathogens responsible for meningitis and... Innovative computer software developed by University of Leicester scientists is shedding new light on the genetic makeup of deadly pathogens responsible for meningitis and gastroenteritis. 2 hours

Honey, I shrunk the cell culture

PHYS.ORG From "Fantastic Voyage" to "Despicable Me," shrink rays have been a science-fiction staple on screen. Now chemists at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a real shrink ray that can change the size and... From "Fantastic Voyage" to "Despicable Me," shrink rays have been a science-fiction staple on screen. Now chemists at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a real shrink ray that can change the size and shape of a block... 3 hours

'Mushrooms' and 'brushes' help cancer-fighting nanoparticles survive in the body

PHYS.ORG For a number of innovative and life-saving medical treatments, from organ replacements and skin grafts to cancer therapy and surgery, success often depends on slipping past or fending... For a number of innovative and life-saving medical treatments, from organ replacements and skin grafts to cancer therapy and surgery, success often depends on slipping past or fending off the body's immune system. In a recent development, aimed at aiding... 3 hours

Researchers connect the current mix of soil bacteria to climate conditions from 50 years ago

PHYS.ORG Scientists expect climate change influences the geographical distribution of microbes in the soil, but few studies have dug... Scientists expect climate change influences the geographical distribution of microbes in the soil, but few studies have dug deeply into that relationship. A study published this week in mSystems suggests the connection can drag across decades. After sequencing soil samples... 3 hours

Intake of painkillers during pregnancy linked to early puberty in future offspring

NEWS MEDICAL The more weeks a women takes pain-reliving medication during pregnancy, the earlier their daughters enter puberty. This is shown by a new study from... The more weeks a women takes pain-reliving medication during pregnancy, the earlier their daughters enter puberty. This is shown by a new study from Aarhus University. 3 hours

How Did an Oddball Planet Like Mercury Form?

SPACE.COM Whether Mercury formed from a single collision or multiple impacts, the iron-rich planet is probably a rare breed. Whether Mercury formed from a single collision or multiple impacts, the iron-rich planet is probably a rare breed. 3 hours

Climate change and African trypanosomiasis vector populations in Zimbabwe's Zambezi Valley

SCIENCE DAILY A new article looks at the impact of climate change on the vectors of sleeping sickness in Africa. A new article looks at the impact of climate change on the vectors of sleeping sickness in Africa. 3 hours

About 15,000 strike at University of California hospitals

ABC NEWS Thousands of University of California medical workers began a three-day strike Tuesday against hospitals, clinics and campuses that prompted the rescheduling of thousands of surgeries and outpatient appointments Thousands of University of California medical workers began a three-day strike Tuesday against hospitals, clinics and campuses that prompted the rescheduling of thousands of surgeries and outpatient appointments 3 hours

Painkillers during pregnancy can bring forward puberty in girls

SCIENCE DAILY The more weeks a women takes pain-reliving medication during pregnancy, the earlier their daughters enter puberty. This is shown by a new study. As the first in the world, researchers... The more weeks a women takes pain-reliving medication during pregnancy, the earlier their daughters enter puberty. This is shown by a new study. As the first in the world, researchers have examined the correlation between the intake of the analgesic... 3 hours

Revealing the molecular mystery of human liver cells

SCIENCE DAILY A map of the cells in the human liver has been created, revealing for the first time differences between individual cells at the molecular level which can have a profound impact on... A map of the cells in the human liver has been created, revealing for the first time differences between individual cells at the molecular level which can have a profound impact on their behavior in tissue, tumors and disease. 3 hours

This cloud-zapping laser could help scientists create a quantum internet

SCIENCE-NEWS A powerful fast-pulsing laser can bust through clouds to make quantum communication via satellite easier. A powerful fast-pulsing laser can bust through clouds to make quantum communication via satellite easier. 4 hours

Medical News Today: Why is my tongue burning?

MNT People may experience a burning tongue due to burning mouth syndrome (BMS) or a scald from hot food. Causes of BMS include nerve damage, underlying medical conditions, and habits, such as teeth... People may experience a burning tongue due to burning mouth syndrome (BMS) or a scald from hot food. Causes of BMS include nerve damage, underlying medical conditions, and habits, such as teeth grinding. It is possible to prevent some of... 4 hours

Medical News Today: Rheumatoid arthritis vs. gout: Symptoms and causes

MNT Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and gout are two forms of inflammatory arthritis. RA and gout have different causes and treatments. Learn more here. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and gout are two forms of inflammatory arthritis. RA and gout have different causes and treatments. Learn more here. 1 hour

Walter Cunningham: Apollo 7 Astronaut

SPACE.COM Walter Cunningham is a former NASA astronaut best remembered for flying the Apollo 7 mission in October 1968. Walter Cunningham is a former NASA astronaut best remembered for flying the Apollo 7 mission in October 1968. 1 hour

Tsetse fly out of Zimbabwe's hot Zambezi valley

PHYS.ORG The tsetse fly—an insect that transmits trypanosomiasis or sleeping sickness—could soon die out in Zimbabwe's Zambezi Valley due to rising temperatures, a study said Tuesday. The tsetse fly—an insect that transmits trypanosomiasis or sleeping sickness—could soon die out in Zimbabwe's Zambezi Valley due to rising temperatures, a study said Tuesday. 1 hour

Medical News Today: Does lavender really help with anxiety?

MNT A study of mice reveals that the scent of linalool, a natural alcohol found in lavender, relieves anxiety through its effect on olfactory nerve cells. A study of mice reveals that the scent of linalool, a natural alcohol found in lavender, relieves anxiety through its effect on olfactory nerve cells. 2 hours

Harmful pesticides lurking in New York State homes

SCIENCE DAILY Despite the existence of chemical-free methods to eradicate pests, Americans use more than a billion pounds of pesticides per year. These chemicals are mostly out of sight and out of mind to... Despite the existence of chemical-free methods to eradicate pests, Americans use more than a billion pounds of pesticides per year. These chemicals are mostly out of sight and out of mind to unsuspecting homeowners, who are typically unaware of how... 2 hours

Walmart makes improvements to third-party marketplace

PHYS.ORG Walmart says it will work with third-party sellers to make millions of items available for free two-day shipping on orders over $35. Walmart says it will work with third-party sellers to make millions of items available for free two-day shipping on orders over $35. 2 hours

NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite catches Typhoon Yutu strengthening, Guam on alert

PHYS.ORG Tropical Storm Yutu continued strengthening as NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed overhead. On Oct. 23, Yutu was a strengthening typhoon east of Guam. Tropical Storm Yutu continued strengthening as NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed overhead. On Oct. 23, Yutu was a strengthening typhoon east of Guam. 2 hours

New study scrutinizes time and effort it takes to vote in each state

PHYS.ORG Wide variations among the 50 states when it comes to the ease of casting a ballot are impacting the quality of democracy... Wide variations among the 50 states when it comes to the ease of casting a ballot are impacting the quality of democracy in the United States, a new study shows. 2 hours

Philosophy of mind: In touch with reality?

SCIENCE DAILY When faced with ambiguous information we apparently trust our fingertips more than our eyes. Philosophers are investigating the special status of touch. When faced with ambiguous information we apparently trust our fingertips more than our eyes. Philosophers are investigating the special status of touch. 2 hours

Hayabusa2: Japan's 2nd Asteroid Sample Mission

SPACE.COM Hayabusa2 is speeding toward an asteroid and will return a sample from its surface. Hayabusa2 is speeding toward an asteroid and will return a sample from its surface. 2 hours

Why are U.S. neuroscientists clamoring for marmosets?

Science Magazine Genetically engineered monkey models spark new projects—and raise ethical questions Genetically engineered monkey models spark new projects—and raise ethical questions 3 hours

Predicting how native plants return to abandoned farm fields

PHYS.ORG Movement is one of the most common processes in all biology—mice forage for food and geese migrate with the seasons. While plants may be rooted in one spot for most... Movement is one of the most common processes in all biology—mice forage for food and geese migrate with the seasons. While plants may be rooted in one spot for most of their lives, movement also plays a key role in... 3 hours

Climate change, rising sea levels a threat to farmers in Bangladesh

PHYS.ORG Rising sea levels driven by climate change make for salty soil, and that is likely to force about 200,000 coastal farmers in Bangladesh inland as glaciers... Rising sea levels driven by climate change make for salty soil, and that is likely to force about 200,000 coastal farmers in Bangladesh inland as glaciers melt into the world's oceans, according to estimates from a new study. 3 hours

Invasive species in an ecosystem harm native organisms but aid other invasive species

PHYS.ORG The presence of an invasive species in an ecosystem makes native organisms more susceptible to pollutants and may encourage the spread of... The presence of an invasive species in an ecosystem makes native organisms more susceptible to pollutants and may encourage the spread of additional invasive species, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University at New York. 3 hours

Genomic analysis helps in discovery of unusual new bird species from Indonesia

SCIENCE DAILY A research team has described an unusual new songbird species. The bird was named the Rote Leaf-Warbler Phylloscopus rotiensis after the island of Rote... A research team has described an unusual new songbird species. The bird was named the Rote Leaf-Warbler Phylloscopus rotiensis after the island of Rote where it is found. 3 hours