A fossil site in Massachusetts, Lantern North, dating to 320-318 million years ago, reveals a…
Browsing: Ecosystems
Ecosystems are dynamic networks of living organisms—plants, animals, fungi, and microbes—interacting with each other and with their physical environment, such as air, water, and soil. These interactions create complex systems that cycle energy and nutrients, supporting life across a wide range of scales, from tiny ponds to vast forests and oceans. Ecosystems provide essential services, including climate regulation, food production, water purification, and biodiversity maintenance. Scientific research into ecosystems helps illuminate how natural systems function, respond to change, and adapt under pressure from human activity, climate change, and environmental degradation.
Venom from the marine remipede, Xibalbanus tulumensis, exhibits unique medical potential for treating neurological disorders,…
Rapid warming in the Arctic is transforming coastal ecosystems, with significant, often overlooked impacts on…
A species of semi-aquatic lizard creates bubbles to breathe underwater and avoid predators, with studies…
A study of ancient walrus DNA reveals Viking trade routes in Greenland, highlighting Norse interactions…
New research shows that Antarctic krill store as much carbon as key coastal habitats like…
Researchers have determined that reducing plastic littering by 32% by the year 2035 is necessary…
Jellyfish are consumed in greater quantities by fish in Greenlandic waters than previously thought, altering…
Advanced modeling offers fresh insights into the diverse range of species found in rainforests. The…
The research team has published new results from the MOSAiC project. Photosynthesis occurs in nature…
Research on the Messinian Salinity Crisis indicates that only a small fraction of Mediterranean marine…
An annual migration of over 17 million insects through the Pyrenees has been documented, showcasing…
Human activities are significantly impacting the preservation of marine fossils, with effects that both obscure…
Recent research shows that global warming may convert tundras from carbon sinks into sources, intensifying…
A study identifies over 3,700 species at risk of extinction due to natural disasters, with…
New research by scientists from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and other institutions reveals…
New research conducted by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, and the University of Toronto in…
Mangroves and salt marshes capture significant quantities of carbon, thereby reducing the greenhouse effect. New…