climate change
Why Humans Are Feeling The Heat
Human-perceived temperatures are rising faster than actual air temperatures, say researchers.
A Chilling Discovery About Rice
A research group in China has revealed a signaling pathway that allows rice plants to tolerate low temperatures.
How Black Carbon Aerosols Evolve During Combustion
Scientists in China, in collaboration with researchers in Japan, have analyzed how black carbon aerosols change in number and size during combustion.
Ocean Acidification Puts Corals At Risk
Scientists in Japan have discovered that ocean acidification inhibits the formation of calcium carbonate skeletons in corals, highlighting yet another detrimental impact of human activity on ocean ecosystems.
The Global Impact Of Volcanic Eruptions
Sulfate aerosols formed in the atmosphere after a volcanic eruption can spread over both of the Earth’s hemispheres to affect climate patterns.
Material Choice Key To Effective Carbon Capture
The choice of material is important for the selective capture of carbon dioxide from industrial gas streams in real-world scenarios.
China On Track To Achieving Air Quality Targets
Scientists in China reported that measures to improve air quality in Chinese cities have paid off, with a 21 percent reduction in PM2.5 levels since 2013.
7 Must-Read Stories In September
Climate research, career advice and insights into the healthcare sector took center stage in the month of September.
Saving Project NOAH
The Philippines recently witnessed the near-death and resurgence of its flagship disaster risk reduction and management program. Jo Brianne Briones shares an insider’s perspective.
