Efforts to understand when corals reproduce have been given a boost thanks to a new resource that gives scientists open access to more than forty years’ worth of information about coral spawning.
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Methane Emissions from Coal Mines Are Higher Than Previously Thought
The amount of methane released into the atmosphere as a result of coal mining is likely much higher than previously calculated, according to research presented at the annual meeting of the American Geophysical Union recently.
Food Export Restrictions by a Few Countries Could Skyrocket Global Food Crop Prices
Recent events such as the Covid-19 pandemic, locust infestations, drought and labour shortages have disrupted food supply chains, endangering food security in the process.
Research Illuminates Lobsters Genetic Response to Changing Climate
The American lobster, which supports the most valuable fishery in North America, may be more susceptible to the effects of climate change than previously thought, according to a new study published in Ecology and Evolution.
Rumen Additive and Controlled Energy Benefit Dairy Cows During Dry Period
Getting nutrition right during a dairy cow’s dry period can make a big difference to her health and the health of her calf.
MIT Convenes Influential Industry Leaders in the Fight Against Climate Change
Launched today, the MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium (MCSC) convenes an alliance of leaders from a broad range of industries and aims to vastly accelerate large-scale, real-world implementation of solutions to address the threat of climate change.