A new ‘map’ of distant planets has been unveiled by scientists from The University of Warwick, which finds a ridge of planets in deep space, separating a desert of planets from a more populated savannah.
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Nitrogen Fertilizer for Soybeans Offers Limited Yield Benefits, Study Says
In a recent study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, researchers tested whether modern high-yielding soybeans benefit from nitrogen fertilizer, with results suggesting additions are largely unnecessary.
Extinct Volcanoes Could Be Source of Key Metals Needed for Clean Tech
Scientists have found that some extinct volcanoes, which have not erupted for thousands or millions of years, may contain key metals used in clean energy.
Planting Seeds for Safer Farming
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are human-made chemicals that were introduced in the 1940s.
New Tool to Help Decision Makers Navigate Possible Futures of the Colorado River
The Colorado River is a vital source of water in the Western United States, providing drinking water for homes and irrigation for farms in seven states, but the basin is under increasing pressure from climate change and drought.
Atmospheric Methane Increase During Pandemic Due Primarily to Wetland Flooding
A new analysis of satellite data finds that the record surge in atmospheric methane emissions from 2020 to 2022 was driven by increased inundation and water storage in wetlands, combined with a slight decrease in atmospheric hydroxide (OH).
