A new computational framework developed in collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientist Jiafu Mao provides a detailed assessment of ammonia emissions from global croplands and identifies practices that could curb release of the gas.
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Oxford Scientists Launch Ambitious Roadmap for a Circular Carbon Plastics Economy
Researchers from the Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Plastics, University of Oxford, have outlined ambitious targets to help deliver a sustainable and net zero plastic economy.
A Scientific Breakthrough That Will Help Increase Plant Yields in Dry Conditions
Using CRISPR technology, researchers succeed in growing tomatoes that consume less water without compromising yield.
Relocated Songbirds Can Successfully Learn the Diversity of Song They Need to Survive
Nestling songbirds relocated as part of conservation programmes successfully learn the song repertoires they need to communicate – and ultimately survive – in the wild, a new study has found.
Trees Struggle to ‘Breathe’ as Climate Warms, Researchers Find
Trees are struggling to sequester heat-trapping carbon dioxide (CO2) in warmer, drier climates, meaning that they may no longer serve as a solution for offsetting humanity’s carbon footprint as the planet continues to warm, according to a new study led by Penn State researchers.
Decarbonising the World’s Industries
Harmful emissions from the industrial sector could be reduced by up to 85% across the world, according to new research.