A fungus living in the sea can break down the plastic polyethylene, provided it has first been exposed to UV radiation from sunlight.
Fungus Breaks Down Ocean Plastic
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Research to Uncover the Impact of Water Use in the Colorado River Basin
Persistent overuse of water and long-term drought has depleted the Colorado River and highlighted the need for a comprehensive understanding of how waters are allocated and used to develop effective management strategies.
How Sharks Survived a Major Spike in Earth’s Temperature
The sharks we know today as the open ocean’s top predators evolved from stubby bottom dwellers during a dramatic episode of global warming millions of years ago.
Every Drop Counts: New Algorithm Tracks Texas Daily Reservoir Evaporation Rates
Texas A&M University researchers have developed a more accurate method for tracking reservoir evaporation rates that will improve water planning and management.
Greenhouses Cover More and More of Earth’s Surface
We have long since become accustomed to enjoying tomatoes, cucumbers, berries and melons year-round.
Microscopic Defects in Ice Influence How Massive Glaciers Flow, Study Shows
As they seep and calve into the sea, melting glaciers and ice sheets are raising global water levels at unprecedented rates.
