Environmental Protection
A robot inspired by a snail could help clean up microplastics
The robot imitates the undulating motion of the snails's underside to drive water surface flow and suck in floating particles.
Nature photographs posted on social media can aid in conservation efforts
If you like taking pictures of nature and posting them online, you can help conservationists track species distribution.
Six ways children’s rights can help create a cleaner, healthier planet
One billion children are exposed to air pollution, 815 million to lead pollution and 820 million to heat waves.
Nanoplastics in the brain may promote Parkinson’s disease
In humans, tiny plastic particles can enter the brain. New research links their chemical action in the brain to Parkinson's disease risk.
Half of the caviar from sturgeon in the EU comes from illegal sources
Since 2000 a strict international labeling system has also been in place for all caviar products in the European Union.
Bonobos in the wild cooperate with other groups, just like us
The apes preferentially interact with specific members of other groups who are more likely to return the favor.