climate
How cold-loving bacteria can create their own ice
Posted in Science on 25th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller
P. syringae plays an important role in biology and atmospheric science, because it can form ice at temperatures above freezing.
Old forest may provide buffer against rising temperatures
Posted in Featured, Science on 25th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller
The vegetation of an old-growth forest could provide a buffer for plants and animals in a warming world, according to a new study.
Nations sign historic Paris climate deal
Posted in Science on 24th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller
171 countries inked the deal, a record number for a new international treaty.
Sentinels in constant watch on the polar glaciers
Posted in Science on 24th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller
The EU's Sentinel satellite system has begun monitoring six polar glaciers in near real-time.
Record turnout at UN boosts climate deal
Posted in Featured, Science on 22nd Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller
Amid hope and hype, delegates have started the process of signing the Paris climate agreement at UN headquarters in New York.