Research conducted by The University of Queensland has revealed that Queensland native forestry, including timber harvesting, could actually help conserve biodiversity and mitigate climate risks.

We all discard a huge amount of plastic and other man-made materials into the environment, and these are often picked up by birds. 

Plant roots have their own thermometer to measure the temperature of the soil around them and they adjust their growth accordingly.

Managed retreat—the purposeful, coordinated movement of people and assets out of harm’s way—will be an increasingly necessary strategy around the world as rising global temperatures, erratic precipitation and increasing natural disasters place millions in need of safer ground.

Manganese is an unregulated contaminant often found in drinking water, but safe levels of this metal are currently unknown, and prior research has indicated that overexposure to manganese may be harmful to children.

America’s forests have a tough time in store for them. Climate change is increasing temperatures and decreasing moisture levels across the country, not a winning combination for trees.

Engineering T cells to destroy cancer cells has shown success in treating some types of cancer, such as leukemia and lymphoma. However, it hasn’t worked as well for solid tumors.

Tomatoes are a staple in diets worldwide and an essential part of sustainable agriculture.

Cornell scientists have revealed a new phase of matter in candidate topological superconductors that could have significant consequences for condensed matter physics and for the field of quantum computing and spintronics.

Discovering new materials and drugs typically involves a manual, trial-and-error process that can take decades and cost millions of dollars.