Analysis of unique fingerprints in light emitted from material surrounding young stars has revealed "significant reservoirs" of large organic molecules necessary to form the basis of life, say researchers.
Astronomy
Sep 15, 2021
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Large carnivore populations are expanding across Europe and experts are calling for increased support for communities to encourage harmonious relationships with their new neighbours.
Ecology
Sep 10, 2021
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Neuroscientists have developed a computer model to explain how a nematode worm searches for food, revealing that single brain cells can both sense the environment and control a whole animal's foraging strategy.
Plants & Animals
Sep 9, 2021
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Setting fire to forest and agricultural land in Southeast Asia to prepare it for cultivation or grazing contributes to an estimated 59,000 premature deaths a year, say scientists.
Earth Sciences
Sep 2, 2021
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Playing professional football games in empty stadiums had a hugely negative effect on the success of home teams, with home advantage almost halved, new research shows.
Social Sciences
Aug 13, 2021
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Attitudes to earthen homes need to change to prevent millions of them being replaced by buildings made from more environmentally-damaging materials, scientists warn.
Environment
Aug 10, 2021
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Forest clearance in Southeast Asia is accelerating, leading to unprecedented increases in carbon emissions, according to new research.
Environment
Jul 12, 2021
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Scientists at the University of Leeds have developed an approach that could help in the design of a new generation of synthetic biomaterials made from proteins.
Bio & Medicine
Jul 6, 2021
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A huge global network of researchers is working together to take the pulse of our global tropical forests.
Environment
Jul 2, 2021
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Fundamental changes in our economies are required to secure decent living standards for all in the struggle against climate breakdown, according to new research.
Environment
Jun 30, 2021
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