New gene-editing technology creates single-sex mice
This could be a major boon for animal welfare.
New breakthrough gets us closer to using DNA as data storage
The world has a data problem -- biology may be able to fix it.
We’re starting to see the worst wildfire years in recorded history
In the global warming future, wildfires are becoming a part of life.
Air pollution influences the sex ratio of babies
It's another unexpected consequence of pollution.
This cafe in Japan has robot waiters controlled remotely by disabled workers
It started as an experiment and it's grown ever since, showing remarkable potential
No kids, no problem — Many young adults think it’s ‘morally wrong’ to have children
The future looks bleak, and it's taking the biggest toll on young adults.
Your favorite fashion brands are putting the Amazon rainforest at risk
Some big fashion names are responsible for deforestation.
Nobel-winning market theory could help us better protect coral reefs
Corals are severely affected by the climate crisis -- but we can still find ways to protect them
Early retirement of polluting power plants could save millions of lives
Researchers call governments to shut down the most polluting power plants
A new dangerous coronavirus variant has emerged. Here’s what we know about it so far
No, the pandemic isn’t over yet
Portugal says farewell to coal as it closes last remaining plant
The country already has a lot of renewables as part of its energy transition
Sweden calls for crypto mining ban to protect the climate
Bitcoin alone produces emissions comparable to a medium country.
Roman mosaic found beneath farmer’s field in the UK portrays famous Greek legend
A group of archeologists have found a Roman villa containing a mosaic that portrays scenes from Homer’s Iliad, the fight...
Amsterdam trials pigs to deter birds from its main airport
The bizarre Dutch battle to keep airports safe.
Cleaning up the US rail sector? Just fit batteries on trains
Trains are cleaner than other ways of transportation, but they can still be upgraded.
Kids and teens believe girls aren’t interested in computer science — and the stereotype drives disparity
We need more women in science and these attitudes aren't helping.
Can’t cope with the urban heat? More trees could save the day
Consider yourself lucky if you live in a tree-rich area
Sri Lanka abandons plan to be the world’s first fully organic farming country
Opposition of farmers and an economic crisis got in the way of an ambitious plan.
The world’s first emission-free container ship just finished its first run
A first step towards the decarbonization of a very large industry sector.
Novel mRNA vaccine against ticks works in guinea pigs
In the US alone, there are 50,000 tick bites reported every year.