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The Microplastic Boom: How Storms Shift Pollution in Chennai

November 21, 2024

Imagine diving into the coastal waters of Thiruvottiyur after a storm. Researchers spotted something alarming: a surge in tiny plastic pieces, known as microplastics. Before Cyclone Michaung, these debris were just 150 per kilogram of sediment and 1. 28 per liter of seawater. But after the cyclone,

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Heat Waves in Jiaozhou Bay: Impact on Plankton Ecosystems

November 21, 2024

Over the past few decades, the world has been experiencing more heat waves due to global warming. But what about the long-term effects of these extreme weather events on local ecosystems? Let's take a look at Jiaozhou Bay in the Yellow Sea, where scientists have been tracking heat waves for nearly s

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Is Quick Wildfire Reporting Worth It?

November 21, 2024

Wildfires are becoming more frequent due to climate change. A research team in Western Canada studied reports from 2015 to 2020, focusing on the speed of wildfire detection. They discovered that even if we report fires an hour earlier, the cost reduction for firefighting is minimal, around 0. 25%. T

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Farming in a Changing Climate: Experts Talk Air Pollution and Adaptation

November 20, 2024

In October 2023, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology hosted an international workshop focused on how agriculture can adapt to climate change and air pollution. Experts from various fields gathered to discuss the challenges and priorities for the future. The workshop was divided

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Fungi Underwater: Unsung Heroes of Aquatic Life

November 20, 2024

Imagine diving into a lake and taking a closer look at the tiny, often unnoticed creatures living there. Among these are fungi, the unsung heroes of aquatic life. Just like their terrestrial counterparts, these water-dwelling fungi play crucial roles in the underwater world. They help break down org

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Boosting Wastewater Treatment: A Look into Multi-Stage Flow-Through Systems

November 20, 2024

Cleaning up wastewater is a big deal. One way to do it is by using electrochemical flow-through systems. These systems can break down tough pollutants like amoxicillin (AMX) in water. Researchers used a special type of anode made of porous Ti-ENTA/SnO2-Sb to test how well these systems work. They fo

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Making Safe Drinking Water a Reality: Where Are Bihar's Remediation Units?

November 20, 2024

Water quality is a big deal in Bihar, India, where many people rely on groundwater for drinking. The state has a lot of issues with arsenic, iron, and fluoride in its water. The government has been trying to fix this by installing remediation units. But are these units going in the right places? Let

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Sports Industry Goes Green: Circular Economy and Policy Enablers

November 20, 2024

The world of sports products is known for its hefty environmental footprint. From generating lots of waste to using up resources and pumping out carbon emissions, the industry is in dire need of change. One solution that's gaining traction is the circular economy (CE). This approach aims to reduce w

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Soil's Water Uptake: How Plants Help in China's Loess Plateau

November 20, 2024

Soil infiltration, the process by which water seeps into the ground, is super important in areas like China's Loess Plateau. This region is quite dry, so understanding how plants can help improve this process is crucial. Scientists did some experiments with nine plant species across five different t

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The Great Barrier Reef: A Summer of Unprecedented Loss

November 20, 2024

In a stunning revelation, Australian scientists have reported record-high coral mortality in parts of the Great Barrier Reef, raising concerns about the fate of the entire structure. The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) recently completed surveys on 12 reefs, revealing that up to 72% of