21/03/2018

Understanding effects of climate change on California watersheds

California relies on the Sierra Nevada snowpack for a significant portion of its water needs, yet scientists understand very little about how future changes in snowpack volume and timing will influence surface water and groundwater. ...

We need laws on geoengineering, ASAP

Humans have been accidentally altering the planet's climate for thousands of years. Soon, it may be possible alter it intentionally.

Excess phosphorus in cat food damages the kidney

A new study carried out by LMU veterinarians shows that high phosphorus intake, comparable to the average level provided by prepared cat food, can be deleterious to kidney function in healthy cats.

Consumers need critical thinking to fend off banks' bad behaviour

The irresponsible (if not predatory) lending and the selling of "junk" financial products highlighted by the Financial Services Royal Commission should raise concerns for regulators, educators and parents interested in financial ...

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