A team of U.S. scientists has discovered the oldest directly dated ice and air on the planet in the Allan Hills region of East Antarctica.
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Spotted Lanternfly May Use ‘Toxic Shield’ to Fend off Bird Predators
Spotted lanternflies may season themselves to the distaste of potential bird predators, according to a new study led by entomologists in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences.
Battery-Powered Appliances Make it Easy to Switch From Gas to Electric
As batteries have gotten cheaper and more powerful, they have enabled the electrification of everything from vehicles to lawn equipment, power tools, and scooters.
Researchers Pinpoint Target for Treating Virus That Causes the Stomach Bug
New study reveals how human astroviruses bind to humans cells and paves the way for new therapies and vaccines.
As Ochre Sea Star ‘Baby Boomers’ Grow Up, Species Showing Signs of Recovery
The “baby boom” of ochre sea stars that followed a population crash a decade ago is enabling the species to recover on the Oregon Coast, according to new research by scientists at Oregon State University and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
3 Questions: How AI is Helping us Monitor and Support Vulnerable Ecosystems
A recent study from Oregon State University estimated that more than 3,500 animal species are at risk of extinction because of factors including habitat alterations, natural resources being overexploited, and climate change.
