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In Oregon, beaver dams along Fanno and Bronson creeks stored hundreds to over 1,200 cubic meters more water during storms, slowing how quickly runoff moved downstreamBeaver dams significantly slow floodwater flow in urban creeks, according to a new study. These natural structures store substantial amount...- Seventy years ago, Spanish anglers welcomed an American predator into their waters for sport; today, the largemouth bass is spreading through ecosystems and threatening native wildlifeBrought to Spain in 1955 for recreational fishing, the largemouth bass has transformed into an invasive species wreaking havoc on local eco...
- Lahaul-Spiti administration prepares for glacial lake outburst flood from Ghepan Lake, identifies 32 vulnerable locationsLahaul-Spiti administration is preparing for a potential glacial lake outburst flood. Thirty-two vulnerable locations have been identified ...
- In 2003, scientists targeted invasive fish in the Grand Canyon. By 2006, Rainbow Trout fell from 90% to less than 10% of the catchFor four consecutive years, scientists actively removed invasive fish species from the Colorado River. This strategic initiative led to a n...
- China says it conducted survey of waters east of Taiwan last monthChina's Ministry of Natural Resources surveyed waters east of Taiwan last month. This survey aimed to create a unified map for territorial ...
- In 2024, four dams were removed from an American river. Over 400 miles of Salmon habitat reopened. Scientists are now watching an ecosystem rebuilding itselfFour hydroelectric dams on the Klamath River were removed in 2024. This project opened over 400 miles of historic salmon habitat. Indigenou...
- A 4.4-billion-year-old Zircon grain found in Western Australia may reveal how early earth took shape – The oldest known terrestrial mineral grain offers clues about earth’s first crust, surface water and the moon’s formationA zircon crystal found in Australia, dating back 4.4 billion years, indicates that early Earth was likely to have been covered in water. Ad...
- A 2026 study examined 135 bird species over 16 years in Peru’s Amazon and found that satellite measurements of forest conditions predicted bird occurrence better than traditional habitat categories, suggesting remote sensing could improve biodiversity monitoring across vast tropical forestsRecent studies indicate that satellite imagery provides superior insights into the locations of birds in the Amazon rainforest. Traditional...
- Indian students are warming up to foreign university campuses at homeIndian students are warming to foreign university campuses in India, with 68% saying they would consider such programmes, an Emeritus study...
- Science says sand isn’t always made from rocks: Some beaches are built from the remains of living thingsThe next time you stroll along a white tropical beach, remember that the sand beneath your feet may have a far more complex origin than ero...
- In 2009, Key West sank the 523-foot Vandenberg in 140 feet of water; one year later, REEF monitoring had documented 123 fish species on the former shipIn 2009, the retired missile ship Gen. Hoyt S. Vandenberg was deliberately sunk near Key West, giving rise to a significant artificial reef...
- Planning to move to the US for studies? Here’s what this Indian wants you to knowA Indian man posted a video on social media claiming that the US is no longer a favourable destination for Indian students and professional...
- In 1869, Grand Canyon was named by legendary explorer Major John Wesley Powell, over 150 years later scientists are revealing details about when North America's iconic marvel landscape was created, disappearance of mystery lakeColorado River originates at La Poudre Pass in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado and runs about 1,450 miles (2,330 km). Scientists h...
- Around 85 Americans remain missing after Nepal flood: USAbout eighty-five Americans remain missing following a devastating flood in Nepal. Authorities confirmed seven hundred eighty-one deaths af...
- China says flash flood disaster caused by high-altitude glacier collapse in NepalChina suggests a high-altitude glacier collapse in Nepal caused the devastating flash flood. This disaster killed hundreds in Nepal and thr...
- In an Australian study, waste glass replaced up to 60% of river sand in concrete; the recycled mix gained strength and resisted chloride penetrationEngineers in Australia have found that substituting sand with waste glass in concrete mixes can be beneficial. By using up to sixty percent...
- In 2022, RMIT tested shredded masks, rubber gloves and isolation gowns in concrete; gloves raised strength by up to 22% and masks by up to 17%RMIT University researchers discovered shredded personal protective equipment strengthens concrete. Rubber gloves increased concrete streng...
- In 2002, Albany buried 1,500 feet of Patroon Creek underground. 18 years later, daylighting restored the stream and improved flood resilience across the project area tooAccording to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's success story, U.S. Geological Survey streamflow data showed that three of the five...
- In 2016, researchers proposed that salt fingers could send crystals to the Dead Sea floor. 3 years later, a 2019 study backed the theory, showing why the lakebed gains about 10 centimeters of salt yearlyRecent scientific research reveals the intriguing mechanism behind the formation of salt crystals in the Dead Sea. As warmer, salt-laden su...
- In 2011, a 320-gram Martian meteorite discovered in Sahara Desert reveals red planet Mars once had waterIn 2011, a 320-gram Martian meteorite discovered in Sahara Desert revealed evidence that Mars once had water. Known as Black Beauty or Nort...
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