News articles tagged with 'environmental'
Bacterial 'ropes' tie down shifting Southwest
— 17 Nov 2009 12:09 | BiologyResearchers from Arizona State University have discovered that several species of microbes (cyanobacteria), at least one found prominently in the deserts of the Southwest, have evolved... — full story
Behaviour modification could ease concerns about nanoparticles
— 13 Nov 2009 14:19 | TechnologyIn an advance that could help ease health and environmental concerns about the emerging nanotechnology industry, scientists are reporting development of technology for changing the... — full story
Amphibians as environmental omen disputed
— 12 Nov 2009 08:44 | BiologyAmphibians, for years considered a leading indicator of environmental degradation, are not uniquely susceptible to pollution, according to a meta-analysis to be published in Ecology... — full story
Tackling new Arctic challenges from space
— 6 Nov 2009 12:18 | EnvironmentInternational scientists, researchers and decision makers met at the 'Space and the Arctic workshop' to identify the needs and challenges of working and living in the rapidly changing... — full story
Bacteria expect the unexpected
— 5 Nov 2009 12:47 | BiologyOrganisms ensure the survival of their species by genetically adapting to the environment. If environmental conditions change too rapidly, the extinction of a species may be the consequence.... — full story
Plentiful poinsettias without PGRs
— 5 Nov 2009 11:10 | BiologyPoinsettias can be a lucrative crop for ornamental plant growers, particularly during the Christmas season. In the temperate regions of the southern hemisphere, where poinsettias are... — full story
Researchers discover links between city walkability and air pollution exposure
— 3 Nov 2009 10:35 | HealthA new study compares neighbourhoods' walkability (degree of ease for walking) with local levels of air pollution and finds that some neighbourhoods might be good for walking, but have... — full story
Improved adhesive for products like transparent tape could benefit biofuels economy
— 30 Oct 2009 10:52 | EnvironmentAn adhesive used in products like laminate countertops may also help cement a place for economically viable biofuels, according to a Kansas State University researcher... — full story
North America automobile sector bottom of 'world sustainability league'
— 30 Oct 2009 10:43 | TechnologyThe study, entitled Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing, looks at the sustainability performance of 17 leading car manufacturers worldwide between 1999 and 2007. It has been... — full story
Europe's choice: Fall behind or forge ahead on climate
— 29 Oct 2009 10:20 | EnvironmentEurope can choose a path to prosperity on a new economic footing or continue to fumble along the dead end track of propping up fading industries, WWF said today in advance of tomorrow's... — full story