A study by HKBU scientists reveals symbiotic relationship between clams and bacteria, enabling them to adapt to deep-sea conditions. The research found 28 genes transferred from ancestral chemoautotrophic bacteria to the clam, facilitating chemosynthesis and energy production.
A global review of hail trends suggests climate change will lead to increased hailstorm frequency in most regions, particularly Australia, while reducing it in East Asia and North America. Hail severity is expected to increase globally due to warmer temperatures and increased atmospheric instability.
A new study suggests that clearing the invasive Prosopis julifora and restoring grasslands in Baringo County, Kenya, may provide significant financial benefits for local communities. The research found that a one-off budget could suffice to manage a considerable area of Prosopis, with conversion into grassland providing substantial fin...