Imagine the outcry if factories killed as many people as wood heaters
Imagine a fleet of aging factories operating in neighborhoods across Australia.
Environment
Jun 16, 2023
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News tagged with wood
Ecologists: Climate change is making trees bigger, but also weaker
As global temperatures rise, trees in colder areas are benefiting from an extended growing season. A longer growing season results in thicker growth rings and, as a result, higher overall wood production.
Evolution
Jun 14, 2023
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How a mysterious protein plays a crucial role in plant growth
It's springtime on campus, which means that flowers and plants of all kinds are bursting to life, growing and blooming.
Plants & Animals
May 31, 2023
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Humans were using fire in Europe 50,000 years earlier than previously thought
Human history is intimately entwined with the use and control of fire. However, working out when our relationship with fire began and how it subsequently evolved has been notoriously difficult.
Archaeology
May 20, 2023
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Space test shows magnolia may be best for wooden artificial satellite LignoSat
An international project led by Kyoto University tested and confirmed the high durability of space wood at the International Space Station—the ISS. The experiment results showed minimal deterioration and good stability ...
Space Exploration
May 16, 2023
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How much wood can we expect from European forests?
The energy crisis has shown Europe the need to become more self-sufficient in resources. Wood is one of those resources, used in the construction sector, for example, and is already largely produced in the EU itself. The ...
Ecology
May 15, 2023
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Say 'ahhh': This ecofriendly tongue depressor checks vitals
Doctors often use tongue depressors when peering in a patient's mouth and throat. But what if that flat wooden spatula could actively evaluate the patient's health? That's the premise of an ecofriendly disposable sensor, ...
Analytical Chemistry
Apr 25, 2023
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Fungi contribute to loss of structural strength in trees attacked by emerald ash borer
Since the emerald ash borer (EAB) was first detected in North America in 2002, the invasive beetle has killed hundreds of millions of mature ash trees. After an attack, branches and trunks weaken and the trees become more ...
Plants & Animals
Apr 4, 2023
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Symbiotic yeast helps longicorn beetles eat wood
Even for insects, wood is a tough food source as it contains hard substances such as cellulose. To help make wood more palatable, some wood-feeding insects are assisted by symbiotic microorganisms that break down the components ...
Ecology
Mar 30, 2023
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Researchers discover threshold that triggers drought response in forests
Missouri is home to an array of natural resources, with forests among the state's most valuable ecosystems. As warmer temperatures fueled by climate change affect ecosystems globally, forests are under stress to adapt to ...
Ecology
Feb 22, 2023
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