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

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


System could make seawater drinkable

Researchers have unlocked an energy-efficient solution to the global water crisis. Their technique can turn seawater into drinking water.

Leah Schmerl-NYU • futurity
Jan. 24, 2024 ~6 min

Produce from urban farms has 6X larger carbon footprint

Fruits and veggies from urban farms and gardens have a carbon footprint that is, on average, six times greater than conventionally grown produce.

Jim Erickson-U. Michigan • futurity
Jan. 22, 2024 ~9 min

Biochar gives soil a healthy boost

Biochar shows promise for future soil health enhancement and maintenance, according to a new study.

Adam Russell-TAMU • futurity
Dec. 26, 2023 ~8 min

Adaptive tile could cut heating and cooling bills

A proof-of-concept adaptive roof tile uses a wax motor, not electronics, to lower heating bills in winter and cooling bills in summer.

Sonia Fernandez-UCSB • futurity
Dec. 18, 2023 ~5 min

Crab shell & seaweed combo could help replace plastic films

Materials derived from crustaceans and seaweed could be part of a next-generation answer to the challenge of replacing plastic films.

Mick Kulikowski-NC State • futurity
Dec. 12, 2023 ~6 min

Project aims to make concrete ‘ultra green’

A new project aims to make low-carbon, high-performance concrete widely accessible using an "ultra-green" approach.

Peter Rüegg-ETH Zurich • futurity
Nov. 15, 2023 ~7 min


Soap may hold the secret to longer-lasting batteries

Researchers say the key to making batteries last longer may come from a mundane source: the way soap works.

Juan Siliezar-Brown • futurity
Nov. 8, 2023 ~7 min

To meet emissions goal, decarbonize light-duty vehicles?

"Transportation is the highest emitting sector in the US, with the majority of emissions coming from light-duty vehicles."

Jim Erickson-U. Michigan • futurity
Nov. 8, 2023 ~7 min

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