Experiment shows biological interactions of microplastics in watery environment

Experiment shows biological interactions of microplastics in watery environment

Scientists have learned over the years that when aquatic organisms such as zooplankton become exposed to microplastics, they eat poorly. Research at Purdue University now shows that their plastic-induced eating difficulties also limit the ability of zooplankton to control algal proliferation. “If the control of algae by zooplankton is confounded by the presence of microplastics, … Read more

How to eat our way out of the climate crisis

How to eat our way out of the climate crisis

Agriculture is one of the hardest human activities to decarbonize; people must eat, but the land-use practices associated with growing crops account for roughly a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions. Researchers at the University of California, Irvine and other institutions evaluate a new solution to this problem, one that eliminates farms altogether. In a … Read more