Ten people in the US have been infected with a strain of bird flu called H5N1, but patchy surveillance means that some cases may be slipping through the cracks Ten people in the US have been infected with a strain of bird flu called H5N1, but patchy surveillance means that some cases may be slipping through…
A new species of early crocodyloid crocodilian being named Asiatosuchus oenotriensis has been discovered by a team of paleontologists from the Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia and the Universidad de Salamanca in Spain. The post Paleontologists Discover New Species of Ancient Crocodile appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News. A new species of early…
Dozens of unique animal and insect finds have helped secure protection for an unspoilt mountain forest. Dozens of unique animal and insect finds have helped secure protection for an unspoilt mountain forest. BBC News
The annual Perseid meteor shower — often one of the best of the year — has begun and will peak the night of Aug. 12. The annual Perseid meteor shower — often one of the best of the year — has begun and will peak the night of Aug. 12. NBC News Science
On Prime Day, Amazon shoppers will be able to browse over 600 million products. They may not be aware that most of those listings are from non-Amazon sellers, who account for 60% of sales on the platform. Most are small- and medium-sized businesses: bookstores selling used hardbacks, toymakers selling original goods, and distributors unloading clothes. On…
A device that generates a small electrical current from falling raindrops is able to power lights and fans A device that generates a small electrical current from falling raindrops is able to power lights and fans New Scientist – News
A workshop developed by University of Oregon researchers shows promise in reducing bias against people with larger bodies in the workplace, according to a new study. A workshop developed by University of Oregon researchers shows promise in reducing bias against people with larger bodies in the workplace, according to a new study. Economics & Business Education Phys.org –…
H2O2, a green oxidant and clean fuel, is in high demand across chemical industries, environmental treatments, and even aerospace. However, traditional production methods rely on energy-intensive processes that are not environmentally friendly. Scientists have been seeking a greener alternative, and semiconductor photocatalysis using solar energy to drive chemical reactions has emerged as a promising solution. H2O2,…
A new study, published in the journal Earth-Science Reviews, helps resolve one of the longest controversies in paleoanthropology: when did early hominins arrive in Europe? The post Early Hominins First Arrived in Southern Europe around 1.3 Million Years Ago appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News. A new study, published in the journal Earth-Science Reviews,…
Dr. Manuel Castellote studies the behavior and conservation of whales and dolphins. After beginning his academic career in Spain, he now works in the United States, applying acoustic techniques to learn more about cetaceans—especially beluga whales—in Alaska and other parts of the northwest of North America. Dr. Manuel Castellote studies the behavior and conservation of whales…