A dormant anthrax bacterium is re-emerging due to climate change, posing significant threats to humans and animals. Historically present, the bacterium’s spores become active as permafrost thaws. Recent outbreaks, like the one in Siberia, highlight the public health risk. Understanding its revival is crucial for prevention and protection against future outbreaks.
The article by Layla Khazeni explores the significance of waterways in shaping urban centers, focusing on New York’s oyster populations. It details the decline of oysters due to pollution and urbanization, highlighting restoration efforts through the Billion Oyster Project, which unites communities to revive these ecosystems and enhance climate resilience.
The article by Nicole Bowen discusses the importance of green spaces in urban environments, highlighting the integration of natural and man-made ecological structures like community gardens and vertical forests. These initiatives foster community cohesion, improve mental health, and combat isolation, showcasing how urban planning can enhance cityscapes through greenery and biodiversity.
In June 2023, sea surface temperatures off the UK soared to unprecedented highs, prompting concerns about marine heatwaves. These phenomena threaten marine ecosystems, potentially devastating species like coral and seagrass. While the UK’s incidents are less than in hotter areas, increased intensity and frequency are anticipated due to climate change, affecting local economies.
Temperature-dependent sex determination (TSD) influences sex in reptiles like turtles and crocodiles, relying on incubation temperature rather than genetics. As global warming threatens these species, skewed sex ratios and extinction risks increase. Adaptive shifts in nesting behavior are insufficient, requiring urgent conservation actions and climate policies to protect TSD species’ survival.
Monday. 1st November. London Euston railway station. Just one day after the huge disruption caused by bad weather events and a tree falling on part of the railway line. The irony of the huge banners saying “No time for delay!” is not lost.
A brief glance at the fascist ideology that has gained prominence in the wake of recent environmental movements
Lab culture is responsible for the generation of tonnes of plastic waste every year. But how are UCL scientists fighting the addiction to plastics?
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