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#climate-science

Scientist Britney Schmidt wins Blavatnik Award | Cornell Chronicle

Britney Schmidt was awarded the Blavatnik National Award for her innovative research in climate science and planetary habitability studies.

Reply to: Limitations of ice cores in reconstructing temperature seasonality - Nature

The article underscores the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers to enhance understanding of climate issues.

Scientist Britney Schmidt wins Blavatnik Award | Cornell Chronicle

Britney Schmidt was awarded the Blavatnik National Award for her innovative research in climate science and planetary habitability studies.

Reply to: Limitations of ice cores in reconstructing temperature seasonality - Nature

The article underscores the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers to enhance understanding of climate issues.
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#population-decline

Here's What a Shocking New Number on Wildlife Declines Really Means

Wildlife populations have seen alarming declines, with an overall average drop of 73% since 1970, signaling a critical need for conservation efforts.

Only the south remains for African elephants

African elephant populations are in decline, particularly forest elephants, with most remaining in protected areas.

Here's What a Shocking New Number on Wildlife Declines Really Means

Wildlife populations have seen alarming declines, with an overall average drop of 73% since 1970, signaling a critical need for conservation efforts.

Only the south remains for African elephants

African elephant populations are in decline, particularly forest elephants, with most remaining in protected areas.
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The first thing I did was poke it': Canada beach blobs mystery solved by chemists

The mysterious blobs washing up on Newfoundland's shores are likely made of polyvinyl acetate, often used in adhesives, suggesting a man-made origin.
#public-health

Smoke pollution from wildfires may be killing an extra 12,000 people a year, new research suggests

Global heating increases wildfire risks and smoke-related deaths annually by around 12,000, particularly in vulnerable regions.
Human actions, such as land clearing, also influence wildfire patterns, complicating the overall impact of climate change.

Urban Birds Are Harboring Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Wild birds in urban areas carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing health risks to humans and livestock.
Research highlights the connection between antimicrobial resistance in urban wildlife and potential impacts on public health.

Smoke pollution from wildfires may be killing an extra 12,000 people a year, new research suggests

Global heating increases wildfire risks and smoke-related deaths annually by around 12,000, particularly in vulnerable regions.
Human actions, such as land clearing, also influence wildfire patterns, complicating the overall impact of climate change.

Urban Birds Are Harboring Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Wild birds in urban areas carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria, posing health risks to humans and livestock.
Research highlights the connection between antimicrobial resistance in urban wildlife and potential impacts on public health.
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Mass. plankton expert awarded $800K 'genius grant'

Massachusetts oceanographer Benjamin Van Mooy awarded MacArthur Fellowship for his research on the vital role of plankton in ocean ecosystems.

Seabirds fatten up on anchovies near Santa Cruz Wharf, harbor

Sooty shearwaters gather in large numbers off the Santa Cruz coast during summer, feeding on anchovies as part of their migration.

Giant sequoias thriving in UK and could grow as tall as California's

Giant sequoias thrive in the UK, well adapted to the wetter climate for carbon sequestration.
Study highlights the potential of giant sequoias in the UK for impacting climate change positively.
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