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Environment May 28, 2024

Study suggests 'biodegradable' teabags don't readily deteriorate in the environment

Some teabags manufactured using plastic alternatives do not degrade in soil and have the potential to harm terrestrial species, a new study has shown.

Environment May 28, 2024

Simple food swaps could cut greenhouse gas emissions from household groceries by a quarter

Switching food and drink purchases to very similar but more environmentally friendly alternatives could reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from household groceries by more than a quarter (26%), according to a new Australian ...

Social Sciences May 27, 2024

Humble leaders boost employees' workplace status and leadership potential, finds study

There are many different types of workplace leaders, from those who prioritize the needs of team members and the organization above their own, to authentic leaders who foster openness, trust and transparency.

Veterinary medicine May 27, 2024

Why owning an aggressive dog can be isolating

A series of recent attacks by XL bully type dogs in the UK, and government attempts to both define and control the breed, has refocused attention on how society manages "dangerous dogs."

Plants & Animals May 27, 2024

Viper-mimicking snake from Asia is a unique branch in the reptile evolutionary tree

The evolutionary history of the mock viper, a mildly venomous, widely distributed Asian snake that mimics highly venomous vipers for self-defense, has been solved. The mock viper represents a completely unique branch in the ...

Planetary Sciences May 27, 2024

Scientists report unified framework for diverse aurorae across planets

The awe-inspiring aurorae seen on Earth, known as the Northern and Southern Lights, have been a source of fascination for centuries. Between May 10 and 12, 2024, the most powerful aurora event in 21 years reminded us of the ...

Plants & Animals May 25, 2024

Up close and personal, cicadas display Nature's artwork. Discerning beholders find beauty in bugs.

With rich reds, gentle greens and basic blacks, Nature's screaming, crawling artwork is the epitome of rare beauty—at least in the eyes of some beholders. To others, it may seem just creepy.

Astronomy May 25, 2024

Scientists discover CO₂ and CO ices in outskirts of solar system

For the first time, carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide ices have been observed in the far reaches of our solar system on trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs).

Nanomaterials May 24, 2024

Sweat sensor wristwatch offers real time monitoring of body chemistry

Researchers have created a unique wristwatch that contains multiple modules, including a sensor array, a microfluidic chip, signal processing, and a data display system to monitor chemicals in human sweat. Their study is ...

Plants & Animals May 24, 2024

Q&A: Investigating the remarkable reproductive cycle of Michigan's threatened mollusks

Michigan is home to 43 species of native freshwater mussels, 30 of which are considered to be at risk of extinction. Among the many factors that threaten the hard-shelled bottom dwellers are competition from invasive zebra ...

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