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In these regions, summer heat doesn't just creep up, it suddenly explodes into uncharted territory. The post Mysterious heat waves are popping up worldwide without explanation appeared first on Study Finds.

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BLACKSBURG, Va. — The Earth underwent a complete makeover after the last Ice Age, turning from a frozen wasteland to a slushy planet surrounded by oceans. In a new study, researchers looked at how it was possible for the once snowball...

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Gen Z consumers average nearly seven hours of daily media consumption. The post The podcast generation: Young Americans completely changing how they consume content appeared first on Study Finds.

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There’s been an exciting new discovery in the fight against plastic pollution: mealworm larvae that are capable of consuming polystyrene. The post Plastic-eating insect discovered in Kenya appeared first on Study Finds.

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Scientists have discovered that planting trees in the Arctic and northern boreal regions could actually accelerate global warming The post Stop planting trees! Eco-friendly strategy in the Arctic appears to make global warming worse...

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Widespread forest clearing has apparently forced a species of stonefly to abandon a protective disguise it no longer needs. The post Dark to light: How humans caused insects to change colors entirely appeared first on Study Finds.

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For 40 years, there has been a long-standing belief about a large-scale plant extinction event in a tropical cloud forest in Ecuador. The post Recent mass extinction event never actually happened, shock study reveals appeared first on...

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Going off-grid was once a move only available to the ultra-wealthy who could afford the associated costs, or survivalists willing to trade convenience for freedom. This is no longer the case. The post Off-grid living: A boon for the...

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You don’t have to look far to see what climate change is doing to the planet. The word “unprecedented” is everywhere this year. The post Unprecedented peril: Researchers warn of global disaster as temperatures keep rising appeared first on...

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As Hurricane Milton barrels towards the Florida coast, residents and officials are on high alert, preparing for what could be a ferocious storm. This developing situation serves as a stark reminder of the destructive power of tropical...

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Hurricane Milton became one of the most rapidly intensifying storms on record as it went from barely hurricane strength to a dangerous Category 5 storm in less than a day on a path across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida. The post Milton...

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Sloths from different altitudes respond differently to temperature changes, with highland sloths potentially facing an uncertain future in a warming world. The post Sloths may be pushed to their metabolic limits by global crisis appeared...

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The Pacific Ocean's twilight zone is a world where darkness reigns, pressure crushes, and life itself seems to defy the odds. The post Iron shortage in the ocean’s ‘twilight zone’ could be suffocating our planet’s carbon sink by StudyFinds...

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The latest research shows global methane emissions are still rising rapidly. Atmospheric concentrations are now growing faster than at any other time since global record-keeping began about 40 years ago. The post Methane emissions have...

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72% said they want to make it a criminal offense for government officials or corporate executives to give the green light to actions that seriously harm nature or the climate. The post Crimes against nature? 72% want people who damage...

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As the world grapples with the urgent need to address climate change and environmental degradation, cities across the United States are stepping up to the challenge. These urban centers are reimagining themselves as bastions of...

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Would you eat potatoes grown in human poo? And how would you feel if the marigolds in your local park sprouted from human manure? In the midst of a climate crisis, human manure offers significant environmental benefits. But can we overcome...

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The popular fruit is fighting a losing battle against a fungus called Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense (Foc) tropical race 4 (TR4), which causes a deadly disease among banana crops. The post Bananas almost went extinct 70 years ago — Now a...

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Ice melts when its weight decreases. This causes the land under it to expand like a sponge, a phenomenon known as post-glacial uplift. The post Antarctica is rising from the ocean as it melts, study reveals by Jocelyn Solis-Moreira...

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Even in worst-case scenarios, the Thwaites Glacier is unlikely to trigger the catastrophic collapse that previous studies have predicted, at least not in this century. The post Antarctica’s ‘Doomsday Glacier’ is not so doomed after all, at...

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A disease called Huanglongbing, also known as “citrus greening” disease, has been devastating orchards in Asia, the Americas, and several African countries. The post The end of oranges? Relentless plant disease could cause extinction of...

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A study out recently has prompted much media attention about the role of plastics in developing autism. The post Do plastics cause autism? The newest research revealed by The Conversation appeared first on Study Finds.

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When Storm Ciaran hit the United Kingdom in November 2023, scientists discovered a shocking new consequence of extreme weather -- bad tea. The post Extreme storms can ruin the taste of your tea by Jocelyn Solis-Moreira appeared first on...

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As New York City races to combat climate change and improve quality of life for its residents, an ambitious plan to dramatically increase the city's tree cover is taking root. But new research suggests this well-intentioned greening effort...

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Summer 2024’s record heat is creating problems for transportation infrastructure, from roads to rails. Here’s why infrastructure struggles in the heat – and how engineers are innovating to help extend its life. The post Stuck bridges,...

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The nature-based technology, biochar, could help save the planet. The work it takes to grow crops produces greenhouse gases that trap carbon in the atmosphere and would speed up the planet's heating. New research finds biochar’s potential...

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Scientists have discovered an entirely new type of wood in tulip trees, a finding that could reshape our understanding of plant evolution and perhaps greatly aid our efforts to combat climate change. The post Scientists discover new type...

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This new record smashed the previous planetary high of 62.76°F. Here's the problem: that previous record was set the day before. The post July 22 becomes hottest day in history — breaking record set the day before! by Chris Melore appeared...

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Researchers say Syntrichia caninervis can survive extreme conditions that would kill most other plants. The post Scientists discover amazingly resilient plant that may help astronauts colonize Mars by StudyFinds Staff appeared first on...

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In a world increasingly hungry for sustainable energy sources, scientists are turning to some unlikely heroes: microscopic algae. The post Algae emerges as potentially exceptional source of clean energy by StudyFinds Staff appeared first...

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When the Earth’s ice masses melt, the way the planet rotates also changes. The post How climate change is altering the Earth’s rotation by Press Releases appeared first on Study Finds.

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“Unfortunately, the Key Largo tree cactus may be a bellwether for how other low-lying coastal plants will respond to climate change,” researchers warn. The post First local extinction in the U.S. due to sea level rise by Press Releases...

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In new research, physicists have wielded the power of chess to design a group of intricate mazes, which could ultimately be used to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges. The post Scientists create world’s most amazingly...

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The reality of the climate impact of long-distance passenger travel has been revealed in new research from the University of Leeds. The post True scale of carbon impact from long-distance travel revealed by Press Releases appeared first on...

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If you live in a less affluent urban area, there's a good chance the actual temperature really is higher than what your app is telling you. The post Weather apps may be lying to you: Study reveals hidden heatwaves in cities by StudyFinds...

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An international team warns that the final unprotected havens of rare and endangered species across the globe live in these relatively minuscule spaces. The post Saving just 1.2% of Earth’s surface may prevent next mass extinction event by...

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More than 1,100 tornadoes were reported through May − a preliminary number but nearly twice the 30-year average at that point and behind only 2011, when deadly tornado outbreaks tore across the southeastern U.S. The post ‘Wind shear on...

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WASHINGTON — A startling new study reveals that one in four American households may be sitting on a hidden health hazard: dangerous levels of lead in their soil. This revelation comes on the heels of updated guidance from the...

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Article written by William Gallus, Iowa State University Heat domes, like the one sending temperatures soaring from the Midwest to New England in June 2024, occur when a persistent region of high pressure traps heat over an area. A heat...

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Have you ever thrown a barely worn shirt into the laundry just because you wore it once? You’re not alone. In fact, a new study explains that our obsession with cleanliness and sheer hatred of “disgust” are...

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PULLMAN, Wash. — Polar bears are facing an unprecedented risk of extinction due to their inability to adapt to the lengthening summers in the Arctic, a recent study warns. Inhabiting Arctic regions such as Canada, Alaska, Russia,...

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Scientists have successfully engineered a plant that turns from its original green coloring to beet red when in the presence of a banned, toxic pesticide. While this breakthrough is still very much in its early stages,...

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ANCHORAGE — In a concerning development, researchers recently documented 75 streams across Alaska’s remote Brooks Range that have abruptly turned from clear to an alarming orange color over the past decade. This phenomenon, indicative of...

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NEW YORK — The end of the world may be coming a lot sooner than some people think — if the climate doomsayers are right. According to a new survey, nearly half of Americans believe climate change will devastate the planet during their...

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ORMSKIRK, United Kingdom — As concerns about the environmental impact of food production continue to grow, researchers and policymakers are exploring novel ways to produce protein more sustainably. One option that has been gaining...

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Article written by Charles O. Stanier, University of Iowa; Gregory Carmichael, University of Iowa, and Peter S. Thorne, University of Iowa Dozens of wildfires are burning across Canada in May 2024 and sending unhealthy smoke blowing into...

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CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — The summer of 2023 will go down in history as more than just a scorcher – it was the hottest summer the Northern Hemisphere has experienced in the last 2,000 years, according to a new study by researchers from...

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Typically, unhealthy environments affect kids more than adults. They are still growing, with greater exposure to air, food, and water relative to their weight. They will have more years of exposure to climate change than people who have...

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‘Biodegradable plastics may not be the silver bullet to plastic pollution as we believe them to be.’ DUNEDIN, New Zealand — Biodegradable plastics are often hailed as a helpful step in the right direction toward fighting plastic...

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. — We’ve all seen plastic trash littering beaches, parks, and roadsides. But have you ever wondered where all that plastic is actually coming from? Thanks to a massive global citizen science effort, researchers can now...