Algae could be key for better plant-based foods

Lots of plant-based foods have the flavor right but the texture wrong. New research finds that algae could help improve the "mouthfeel."

Maria Hornbek-Copenhagen • futurity
Feb. 27, 2024 ~7 min

Unclear biodiversity picture could hinder global conservation goals

"Even if policies stopped the decline of animal populations... it will be hard to detect improvements with high certainty..."

McGill University • futurity
Feb. 21, 2024 ~6 min


Satellites map global coral reef biodiversity

"This discovery offers the opportunity of assessing reef biodiversity, at global scale, from orbit."

Diana Udel - U. Miami • futurity
Feb. 20, 2024 ~4 min

Wildfires can boost anxiety-related visits to the ER

A new study shows an association between proximity to wildfires and increased anxiety-related emergency department visits.

Rob Spahr-Emory • futurity
Feb. 20, 2024 ~5 min

Pollution messes up how pollinators sniff out flowers

Pollution degrades the chemicals wildflowers give off that help nighttime pollinators find them, researchers report.

James Urton-U. Washington • futurity
Feb. 19, 2024 ~8 min

Longer summers put polar bears at risk for starvation

Polar bears stranded on land due to ice loss risk starvation, researchers report.

Sara Zaske-Washington State • futurity
Feb. 14, 2024 ~6 min

Tool highlights best messages to kickstart climate action

Researchers have created a web-based tool that could help policymakers and advocates tailor messages spurring action on climate change.

James Devitt-NYU • futurity
Feb. 8, 2024 ~9 min

Can grasslands and wetlands coexist with more agriculture?

A new study explores the direct and spillover effects of boosting agriculture production on nearby grasslands and wetlands and the functions those ecosystems provide.

Lourdes Mederos-U. Florida • futurity
Feb. 7, 2024 ~7 min


Unprovoked shark attacks and fatalities went up a bit in 2023

There were 69 unprovoked shark attacks in 2023, 10 of which were fatal. That's within the normal range, "though the fatalities are a bit unnerving..."

Karen Dooley-Florida • futurity
Feb. 6, 2024 ~10 min

Team spots nanoplastics in the ocean for the first time

"Understanding the shape and chemistry of the actual nanoplastics is an essential first step in determining their toxicity..."

Karla Cruise - Notre Dame • futurity
Feb. 5, 2024 ~5 min

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