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Hotspots of biodiversity loss: A silent tragedy

Earth and Environmental ScienceMarch 29, 2024223Views 0Likes 0Comments

Biodiversity hotspots are vital reservoirs teeming with distinct life forms. These areas house an astonishing array of plant and animal species, many of which are exclusive to these regions. However, these hotspots face significant threats due to habitat loss and degradation.For a region to be classified as a hotspot, it must satisfy two stringent criteria:…

Exploring the Relationship Between Natural Resources and Human Mobility During Environmental Shocks

Earth and Environmental ScienceMarch 28, 2024182Views 0Likes 0Comments

Environmental shocks, such as droughts, floods, and wildfires, are becoming increasingly common and severe due to climate change. These shocks can have a devastating impact on human populations, leading to displacement, food insecurity, and conflict. While environmental shocks are often seen as the primary drivers of human mobility, the availability of natural resources can play…

Rediscovery of Long-Beaked Echidna after 60 Years

Earth and Environmental ScienceMarch 27, 2024206Views 0Likes 0Comments

After 60 years, the Long Beaked Echidna has been rediscovered in Indonesia. This remarkable find has sparked excitement and renewed interest in this elusive species. The last confirmed sighting of the Long Beaked Echidna was six decades ago, making its recent rediscovery a significant event for conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts alike. The Long Beaked Echidna…

Cheetahs Become more Nocturnal on Hot Days

Earth and Environmental ScienceMarch 24, 2024186Views 0Likes 0Comments

The cheetah, the undisputed champion of the sprint, is facing a new challenge on the scorching savannas of Africa: climate change. A recent study reveals a worrying shift in their behaviour as temperatures rise, potentially pushing them towards a future fraught with conflict and dwindling prey. Under the usual African sun, cheetahs reign supreme…

Perovskite: The New Generation Solar Cell

Earth and Environmental ScienceMarch 24, 2024178Views 0Likes 0Comments

Imagine harnessing the sun's energy with twice the efficiency of today's solar panels and at a lower cost! This isn't science fiction, but a potential reality thanks to a groundbreaking discovery by researchers at the University of Oxford. Unlike traditional solar panels that capture only a portion of the sun's energy, this new Oxford material…

Artificial Rain: A Novel Approach to Combat Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis

Earth and Environmental ScienceMarch 24, 2024160Views 0Likes 0Comments

Delhi, the bustling capital of India, has long been grappling with severe air pollution, posing serious health risks to its millions of residents. In a groundbreaking move to address this pressing issue, the Delhi government is considering an innovative solution: using cloud seeding to create artificial rain. Cloud seeding is a weather modification technique that…

Hotspots of biodiversity loss: A silent tragedy

Exploring the Relationship Between Natural Resources and Human Mobility During Environmental Shocks

Rediscovery of Long-Beaked Echidna after 60 Years

Cheetahs Become more Nocturnal on Hot Days

Perovskite: The New Generation Solar Cell

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