In 2011, Illinois' Algonquin secured $1 million for a Woods Creek watershed plan. 10 years later, 27 projects costing $4.8 million had reduced pollution and improved the watershed for residentsThe Woods Creek watershed in Illinois became the focus of a long-term restoration effort after the Village of Algonquin received more than ...
02 Sep, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
In 2012, Jefferson County SWCD teamed up with local groups to restore Indian-Kentuck Creek. 12 years later, conservation work cut nitrogen pollution by 81,259 pounds a yearAgricultural best management practices improved water quality in the Brushy Fork subwatershed. Nutrient and phosphorus inputs were reduced,...
02 Sep, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
12-year-old Connecticut student, Raji Doshi designed a system combining algae with natural calcium that blocks ocean acidification and protects marine ecosystemsA 12-year-old student from Connecticut has been named a finalist in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge for a project combining algae wit...
02 Sep, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
Lake 223 acid rain experiment: Scientists added sulfuric acid to an Ontario lake for 17 years. The water recovered, but the fish didn’tA 17-year acid rain experiment at Canada’s Lake 223 changed its water chemistry and disrupted its ecosystem. Although the lake’s acidity ha...
02 Sep, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
In 2024, South Dakota State University researchers turned banana peels into biodegradable film; it reached 31.3 MPa tensile strength and lost more than half its weight in moist soil within three weeksScientists at South Dakota State University have transformed banana peels into a plastic-like film that is biodegradable and breaks down in...
02 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
In 1967, Biosatellite II irradiated parasitic wasps for 2 days in orbit; females later laid as many eggs as controls, and hatchability remained excellentA 1967 NASA mission sent parasitic wasps into orbit around Earth. These wasps showed surprising resistance to radiation damage while in spa...
02 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
A fresh-smelling home without strong chemicals? Try this simple DIY floor cleaner made With 3 ingredientsIn today's eco-conscious world, many families are turning to natural cleaning solutions for their homes. A simple blend of lemon peel, euca...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
In 2019, Pennsylvania completed AMD abatement at Fran Camp Run No. 2 Mine, restoring 1.4 miles of Cooks Run. 7 years later, pH and metal impairments were finally clearedAn abandoned Pennsylvania coal mine cleanup project significantly improved Cooks Run water quality. The 2019 abatement project addressed ac...
01 Sep, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
In 2023, researchers oxidized orange-peel waste for 1 hour and recovered 55% of its sugars; engineered E. coli produced up to 393 mg of PHBResearchers have developed a method to convert orange peel waste into plastic. This process extracts sugar from peels, which then feeds bac...
01 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
In 1996, West Virginia's BRWA and WVWRI developed a plan to treat Swamp Run’s acid mine drainage. 28 years later, 2 projects had dramatically improved the stream’s pH with lasting gainsSwamp Run in Upshur County, West Virginia, faced decades of water quality problems caused by acid mine drainage from buried coal refuse lef...
01 Sep, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
White pillowcase cleaning hack: How to remove yellow stains, body oils and sweat from your bedding and make it bright againA simple white pillowcase cleaning hack can help remove stubborn yellow stains caused by sweat, body oils and skincare products. Experts ex...
31 Aug, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
Can fish populate space? In 1994, four medaka fish were flown aboard Columbia. They laid 43 eggs; 8 babies were born in space with no gravity. Adult fish, however, forgot to use one organ in their bodyIn 1994, Japanese astronaut Chiaki Mukai was pleasantly shocked to find that new life could indeed be born in space. Four fish he had carri...
29 Aug, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Feast of Bones: How Burmese pythons neutralize deadly calcium surges when eating prey wholeBurmese pythons have evolved unique intestinal cells that help maintain their mineral balance. These specialized cells are responsible for ...
29 Aug, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
In 2024, researchers tested crushed waste concrete as a base for Chesapeake oyster reefs; oyster spat grew and survived with no detectable hydrocarbon leachingIn the Chesapeake Bay, recycled concrete rubble is proving to be a nursery for young oysters. Scientists have discovered that this crushed ...
28 Aug, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Egg spills, marble and more: 7 things you should never clean with DIY vinegar and soap solution at homeVinegar may be a popular household cleaner, but it isn't suitable for every surface. Avoid using vinegar and soap on marble, limestone, tra...
28 Aug, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
Think brown eggs are healthier than white? Experts explain what really determines an egg’s qualityEggshell color does not affect nutritional value or taste, experts confirm. The breed of the hen determines whether eggs are white or brown...
24 Aug, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
In a five-year trial reported in 2025, scientists mixed discarded oyster shells into acidic farmland; peanut yields rose by up to 37%Researchers repurposed oyster shell waste to improve sour farmland in China. This five-year trial significantly boosted peanut crop yields ...
19 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST