Volatile organic compounds are chemicals emitted as gases that can have adverse health effects.
Electronic Noses Sniff Out Volatile Organic Compounds
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New evidence for the presence of ancient lakes in some of the most arid regions of South Africa suggests that Stone Age humans may have been more widespread across the continent than previously thought.
Improved Cookstoves Emit More Ultrafine Particles Than Conventional Stoves
Researchers from Surrey's Global Centre for Clean Air Research (GCARE) found that while improved cookstoves can reduce fine particles (PM2.5) by up to 65%, they can actually increase the emission of ultrafine particles.
Climate Change to Push Species Over Abrupt Tipping Points
Climate change is likely to abruptly push species over tipping points as their geographic ranges reach unforeseen temperatures, finds a new study led by a UCL researcher.
Assessing Emotions in Wild Animals
A new study examines indicators of mental wellbeing in wild animals to improve conservation efforts.
New York City Sinking Under Weight of Skyscrapers
New York City is sinking under the weight of its massive buildings, leaving it more vulnerable to rising seas, a new study finds.
