A new open dataset provides reliable future climate projections for European building design, allowing for more accurate simulations and better adaptation to climate change. The dataset covers over 5,000 locations and spans multiple emissions scenarios, enabling designers to make informed decisions about building energy performance.
The Norwegian University of Life Sciences has launched ClimateDataForBuildings, an open platform providing energy and climate modelling data for over 3,600 European locations. The platform delivers high-resolution CERRA reanalysis data for building performance and HVAC design.
Public health researchers found shopping centers play a crucial role in alleviating isolation and loneliness, serving as a third place for relaxation and community connection. Regular visitors build routines around specific spots and times, and even memorial plaques are installed to honor loyal customers.
A long-term study in southeastern Madagascar found that protected forest fragments improve the survival of endangered mouse lemurs. The study suggests that habitat protection is critical for conserving this species.
Farmers in African mountains report alarming changes in local weather patterns, leading to reduced crop yields and food insecurity. The study highlights the need for tailored adaptation strategies that consider environmental, social, and political dynamics of each region.
Researchers found that seed systems are often disrupted by conflict, social inequality, and poor policies. Emerging initiatives like participatory plant breeding help farmers secure food supplies by developing crop varieties tailored to their needs.
Researchers analyzed 2.3 million camera-trap photos of tropical mammals, revealing consistent daily activity patterns across continents. Body size and diet are key factors influencing activity, with larger animals active during the day and smaller ones at night.
A study by the Norwegian University of Life Sciences tracked almost every cat in a neighborhood, revealing that most outdoor pet cats stay within a short distance from their homes. The results showed that cats spend an average of 79% of their time outdoors within 50 meters of their home.
Researchers developed statistical methods to track and forecast wildlife populations across borders, revealing detailed dynamics of entire populations across large spatial scales. The study's findings provide new insights into wildlife management and conservation efforts for species like brown bears, grey wolves, and wolverines.
Researchers argue that palm oil's environmental impacts are case-specific, with some locations experiencing devastating deforestation while others benefit from sustainable development. The industry also provides income and employment opportunities for millions of people.
Research shows that human hunting has changed the relationship between mother bears and their cubs, causing mothers to stay with them for an additional year. This shift is attributed to the increased killing of females without cubs, forcing them to prioritize cub survival over reproductive efforts.
Researchers have developed a new method to analyze electrical activity in the brain, enabling better diagnosis and treatment of brain illnesses. The technique can help identify impending seizures and paralysis, allowing for more effective interventions.
A study by Norwegian University of Life Sciences reveals that more vitellogenin in bees leads to better health and longer life. The protein guides social tasks, supports immune function, and is an antioxidant that promotes stress resistance.