A research team led by the Pablo de Olavide University investigated the changes in the structure and function of terrestrial ecosystems during millions of years of development. The study, published by Nature Communications, ...
Ecology
Sep 21, 2020
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Heavy rain events that occur only a few days a year can account for up to a third of the annual nitrogen runoff from farmland in the Mississippi River basin, according to a new study from Iowa State University scientists.
Environment
Sep 21, 2020
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A new study by researchers at the University of Miami (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science and ATMO Guyane quantified the amount of Saharan dust reaching the Amazon to better understand how dust could ...
Earth Sciences
Sep 17, 2020
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Agriculture is the major source of greenhouse gas nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions. Application of polymer-coated urea and urease and/or nitrification inhibitor has the potential in reducing soil N2O emissions.
Plants & Animals
Sep 1, 2020
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New research from Ghana shows less popular methods of biochar application are more effective in promoting cowpea growth and yield. The article, "Method of biochar application affects growth, yield and nutrient uptake of cowpea" ...
Environment
Aug 24, 2020
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Since 1960, Holstein dairy cows have exhibited a substantial decline in fertility, with serious economic consequences for farmers. Genetic selection programs in the United States and elsewhere have emphasized milk production ...
Veterinary medicine
Aug 24, 2020
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When stony corals have their renowned mass spawning events, in sync with the moon's cycle, colonies simultaneously release an underwater 'cloud' of sperm and eggs for fertilization. But how do the sperm and eggs survive several ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 18, 2020
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Anti-immigration sentiment rises when affluent people fear losing their wealth, a psychological study has found.
Political science
Aug 17, 2020
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Life for the people of Puerto Rico hasn't been the same since Hurricane Maria devastated the island in September 2017.
Environment
Jul 16, 2020
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Ammonia (NH3) is one of the most commonly produced chemicals worldwide, because of its use as an important ingredient in a broad range of industrial manufacturing processes. For instance, it is pivotal in the production of ...
Materials Science
Jul 15, 2020
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