Plants use their circadian clocks to regulate responses to changes in water and salinity levels, offering a new avenue for creating drought-resistant crops. The discovery of the ABF3 feedback loop reveals a delicate balance between boosting stress tolerance and maximizing growth and yield.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 5, 2024
A new study on Antarctic algae reveals that they can survive without vitamin B12, a finding with significant implications for climate change and the carbon cycle. The algae, Phaeocystis antarctica, has a fusion B12-independent methionine synthase protein that enables it to adapt to low B12 availability.
SourceWoods Hole Oceanographic Institution·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 5, 2024
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New research reveals permafrost's dominant role in shaping Arctic rivers and storing massive amounts of carbon. Thawing permafrost could unleash billions of tons of CO2, exacerbating climate change.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeImaging analysis·DateFeb 1, 2024
A team of University of Copenhagen researchers has created a large reference catalogue of plant cell wall compositions from 287 species, representing the entire plant kingdom. The study reveals that carbohydrate composition is more closely related to a plant's family history than its habitat and growth form.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalPlant Cell & Environment·DateJan 30, 2024
A new study found that the spatial arrangement of plants in drylands can be a sign of environmental degradation. Healthy ecosystems adjust their structure to cope with stressors, but degraded ones lose this adaptability and become more prone to further decline.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 29, 2024
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Researchers found that individual Balearic shearwaters are adapting to climate change by shifting their migratory range northwards, with a speed of 25km per year. However, this flexibility comes with constraints, as the birds have further to fly back in the autumn, and the impact on breeding success and survival is still unclear.
SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 29, 2024
Research findings show seagrasses have evolved unique adaptations to thrive in marine environments, including genome duplication and fine-tuning of supportive pathways. The study's results provide clues for conserving and sustainably using these important ecosystems.
SourceHelmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR)·JournalNature Plants·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 26, 2024
An international study of 12 caves worldwide reveals that climate change could threaten the planet's largest freshwater reserves. The study found that temperature variations in caves reflect changes at the surface, posing a threat to unique and adapted organisms that maintain water quality.
SourceFaculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon·JournalScientific Reports·DateJan 25, 2024
A Colorado State University study quantifies greenhouse gas emissions from US irrigation pumping, highlighting the significant impact of groundwater pumping and location on emissions. The research estimates that electric pumps can play a key role in decarbonizing irrigation systems as the electrical grid becomes cleaner.
SourceColorado State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 23, 2024
Rising temperatures caused by climate change will impact southern Africa's remaining black and white rhinoceros populations, scientists report. The region's diverse national parks will struggle to adapt to increasing heat, with some species facing extinction due to rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalBiodiversity·DateJan 17, 2024
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New evidence reveals that giant ape species 'Gigantopithcus blacki' went extinct between 295,000 and 215,000 years ago due to its inability to adapt to changing climates and food preferences. The study used multiple dating techniques and environmental analysis to confirm the extinction timeline.
SourceMacquarie University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 10, 2024
A new Dartmouth study finds that seasonal snowpacks have shrunk significantly over the past 40 years due to human-driven climate change. The sharpest global warming-related reductions are in the Southwestern and Northeastern United States, as well as in Central and Eastern Europe.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 10, 2024
New research found significant differences in heat tolerance among mosquito populations, with some more resilient to heat waves than others. Climate factors such as precipitation and humidity play a crucial role in determining their thermal limits, which may impact disease transmission.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalFrontiers in Ecology and Evolution·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 8, 2024
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A recent study assesses the perspectives of 76 diverse South Florida climate adaptation professionals, highlighting a growing consensus on the inevitability of climate mobilities. The study reveals concerns about distributional inequities, socio-cultural disruptions, and financial disparities arising from climate-driven relocations.
SourceUniversity of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science·JournalOxford Open Climate Change·TypeSurvey·DateJan 2, 2024
A new study by University of Maine researchers reveals that human evolution's core processes might prevent humans from resolving global environmental problems like climate change. The study found that cultural adaptation to the environment, which has driven human evolution, accelerates due to a positive feedback process, making it chal...
SourceUniversity of Maine·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateJan 2, 2024
A major research study argues that diversifying away from maize and switching to crops like cassava, millet, and sorghum will improve nutrition security in sub-Saharan Africa. The study highlights the need for policymakers to prioritize nutritional quality in agricultural policy.
SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalNature Food·TypeSurvey·DateJan 2, 2024
A new study reveals that accelerating sea level rise will exacerbate existing social inequality in coastal areas, with minority populations facing the most severe burdens. Rising sea levels disrupt transportation networks and roads, leading to increased isolation and reduced access to essential services.
SourceOhio State University·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 29, 2023
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A new Simon Fraser University-led study tracks 100 years of salmon growth and finds that juvenile salmon are growing larger due to climate change. The study suggests maintaining freshwater habitats can help salmon adapt to warming temperatures, with relatively deep lakes becoming more important.
SourceSimon Fraser University·JournalGlobal Change Biology·TypeObservational study·DateDec 21, 2023
Researchers discovered that dragonflies change their average coloration seasonally, with darker colors absorbing heat and lighter colors protecting against overheating. This adaptation allows them to regulate their body temperature in response to changing solar radiation conditions.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 20, 2023
A new study finds that tropical cyclone exposure is increasing globally, with vulnerable populations facing greater risks. The analysis reveals a significant increase in the number of people at risk from these storms, particularly among those over 60 and socioeconomically deprived.
SourceStanford Woods Institute for the Environment·JournalNature·DateDec 20, 2023
A new study by ICTA-UAB shows that pursuing higher economic growth may jeopardise the Paris goals and leave no viable pathways for humanity to stabilise the climate. Slower growth rates make it more feasible to achieve the Paris goals, with lower economic growth reducing CO2 emissions by 10-13% by 2030.
SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalOne Earth·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 19, 2023
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Researchers found local rivers and streams to be the source of Salmonella enterica contamination after Hurricane Florence, contradicting assumptions about pig farms. The study has critical implications for disease control and prevention in coastal regions affected by tropical storms.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalGeoHealth·TypeCase study·DateDec 19, 2023
A study published in Environment International found that air conditioning reduced heat-related mortality in Spain by up to 31.5%, while heating systems contributed to a decrease of 50.8% in extreme cold-related fatalities. However, the effect may be attenuated by an ageing population.
SourceBarcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)·JournalEnvironment International·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 18, 2023
New ASU research models the benefits of combining heat adaptation strategies with mitigation efforts to lessen extreme heat exposure in major US cities. The study finds that Northeast and Midwest regions can expect greater benefits, while Sun Belt cities face limited reductions.
SourceArizona State University·JournalNature Cities·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 18, 2023
Researchers found that ponderosa pine trees suffer from warming, contradicting the space-for-time substitution method. Climate change is happening faster than trees can adapt, putting them at risk of extinction.
SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 18, 2023
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A team of UVA civil and environmental engineers and environmental scientists have developed a web-based decision-support tool, called the Climate Equity Atlas, to help residents deal with the challenges caused by climate change. The tool combines historical environmental data and socioeconomic data to create a sophisticated predictive ...
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateDec 15, 2023
A 1916 study by Eugene Clyde La Rue estimated the Colorado River discharged just 15 million acre-feet of water, but was ignored in favor of a higher estimate. Today, the river's actual flow is around 13 million acre-feet per year, prompting calls for improved estimates and Indigenous involvement in managing the water.
A 20-year study confirms that prescribed burning and restoration thinning can reduce wildfire risk and boost forest health. The treatments improve tree resilience to drought and bark beetles without harming biodiversity. Combining thinning with fire produces the best results, making forests more resilient to climate change.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalEcological Applications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 2023
The report highlights six key recommendations to change course, including coordinated action to trigger positive tipping points. Averting the crisis and doing so equitably must be the core goal of COP28 and ongoing global cooperation.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalEarth System Dynamics·DateDec 6, 2023
Researchers mapped the role of horticulture in spreading invasive species, projecting future hotspots and abundance under 2°C warming. The study found that plant nurseries are a primary pathway for invasive plant introduction, exacerbating climate-driven invasion.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalDiversity and Distributions·DateDec 5, 2023
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International collaboration is crucial to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the construction industry. A global policy can help harmonize climate regulations among neighboring countries, promoting a decarbonized built environment.
SourceAalto University·JournalBuildings and Cities·DateDec 5, 2023
A study by the University of California, Davis, found that North American mammals consistently depend on forests and avoid cities, farms, and other human-dominated areas in hotter climes. This suggests that preserving forest cover will be increasingly important for wildlife conservation as the climate warms.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeMeta-analysis·DateDec 4, 2023
Researchers from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University developed a system to assess water quality challenges in Suzhou, China. The study found that the city's water capacity has increased since 2001 due to effective water management measures.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalWater Resources Management·TypeCase study·DateDec 1, 2023
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Researchers develop a mathematical model that analyzes the future survival of plants in a changing climate by studying how far wind can carry seeds. The model provides fast and reliable predictions of seed movement, considering factors like seed type, plant height, and wind speed.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalEcological Modelling·DateNov 30, 2023
Local sea snails, such as the frilled dog winkle, are vulnerable to warming oceans due to their inability to adapt or migrate. In contrast, species like oysters and northern anchovies, which are tolerant of heat, may survive in warmer waters.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalEcology·DateNov 29, 2023
The portal brings together genomic data from different biodiversity projects to aid conservation and biodiversity efforts. It allows researchers to understand genetic factors that make a species unique, including its vulnerabilities and strengths in adapting to changing environmental conditions.
SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·DateNov 29, 2023
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A new framework for urban climate action planning has been developed to aid local governments in developing and assessing their climate action plans. The framework includes 43 globally recognized criteria across three stages of climate planning, with over half of existing urban plans having a medium level of suitability.
SourceHiroshima University·JournalRenewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews·DateNov 29, 2023
A Concordia-led study found that human rights are frequently absent from national climate change adaptation policies. The researchers assessed 147 countries and discovered that vulnerable groups, including poor people, elderly individuals, and Indigenous communities, are often excluded from planning and decision-making processes. This ...
SourceConcordia University·JournalClimate Policy·TypeContent analysis·DateNov 28, 2023
Rising sea temperatures in the Mediterranean may drive juvenile bluefin tuna out of their nurseries, where they'll be caught in existing fisheries, requiring adaptions to fishery methods. The research found that waters above 28 degrees Celsius will adversely impact bluefin growth.
SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalNature·DateNov 27, 2023
The Green Climate Fund has struggled to mobilize financial resources from the private sector, with only a small share of its $40 billion budget coming from private sources. A new study suggests that this is due to perceptions of unprofitable investments and lack of attractive business models, particularly in climate adaptation.
SourceResearch Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) – Helmholtz Centre Potsdam·JournalClimate Policy·TypeSystematic review·DateNov 27, 2023
The study identifies five critical risk factors to delta sustainability: land subsidence, population density, ineffective governance, economic capacity, and crop land use. Local and global approaches, combining hard and soft adaptation methods, can mitigate risks.
SourceLund University·JournalGlobal Environmental Change·DateNov 20, 2023
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A new hotspot map reveals where women working in agri-food systems face the highest climate risk, with central, east, and southern Africa, as well as west and south Asia, being among the most vulnerable regions. Women's exposure to climate hazards and systemic gender inequalities converge to increase their vulnerability.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Sustainable Food Systems·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 16, 2023
A H2020-funded project reviewed 'local ecological knowledge' for Greenland and interviewed fishers in West, South and East Greenland. The recommendations are available in English, Danish, and Kalaallisut for informing Greenlandic fisheries policy.
A study led by Indiana University researchers explores the potential of climate engineering to slow Antarctic ice loss through stratospheric aerosol injection. The approach could buy time to address climate change and avoid catastrophic sea-level rise.
SourceIndiana University·JournalJournal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres·DateNov 15, 2023
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A new approach to understanding climate change effects on marine ecosystems considers both smooth trends and variable changes, highlighting areas vulnerable to extreme events. Researchers propose a 'more realistic' conceptual model to better predict future consequences.
SourceBrown University·JournalAnnual Review of Ecology Evolution and Systematics·TypeLiterature review·DateNov 15, 2023
A new research project uses data from over 8,000 gauging stations across Europe to predict mega-floods, reducing the surprise factor of their occurrence. By considering hydrologically similar areas, flood disasters can be anticipated and mitigated, saving lives.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeMeta-analysis·DateNov 10, 2023
Research shows some barnacles morphing to protect themselves from predators, while others remain unchanged in cooler regions. The study found bent morphs prevalent in warmer waters, but absent in colder areas.
SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalJournal of Biogeography·DateNov 8, 2023
Scientists have unlocked the genetic basis underlying the remarkable variation in body size observed in song sparrows, one of North America's most familiar and beloved songbirds. The study found eight genetic variants associated with body mass, largely responsible for the nearly threefold difference in body size across the species' range.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalNature Communications·TypeObservational study·DateNov 7, 2023
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A new land change model simulates interactions between urban growth, increased flooding, and human adaptation, offering deeper insights into adaptive capacities and identifying communities with limited resources. The model reduces projected developed land exposed to flooding by 5-24% depending on flood hazard zone.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 6, 2023
A large study of used cars and SUVs found battery electric vehicles driven almost 4,500 fewer miles than gas cars annually. This challenges current assumptions about emissions savings from EVs, highlighting the need for better understanding of driver behavior to accurately predict emissions reductions.
SourceGeorge Washington University·JournalJoule·DateNov 6, 2023
Researchers have made a breakthrough in studying species evolution by using robotic video microscopes and computer vision to measure embryo characteristics. The study found huge changes in an embryo's observable traits before and after developmental events, suggesting that measuring timings of development is just the tip of the iceberg.
SourceUniversity of Plymouth·JournalFrontiers in Physiology·TypeObservational study·DateNov 6, 2023
Researchers found that climate models are accurate at simulating global temperature trends but struggle to capture regional variations, particularly over long periods. This disparity has significant implications for planning and implementing climate adaptation measures.
SourceAlfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 6, 2023
A recent KAUST study used satellite data to investigate the effects of managed vegetation on surface temperature in arid regions. The results showed that vegetation can reduce daytime temperatures by up to 4 degrees Celsius compared to bare soil, providing an extra cooling effect on hotter days.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalEcological Indicators·DateNov 5, 2023
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Researchers found that green spaces alleviate extreme heat's negative impacts on human health, while densely packed buildings increase mortality risk. Urban design strategies incorporating different types of greenery are recommended to mitigate heatwave-associated mortality.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalEnvironmental Health Perspectives·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 5, 2023
A new research project will explore the potential for low-lying coral atoll islands to survive the impact of rising sea levels, contradicting previous forecasts. The five-year £2.8m ARISE project will conduct extensive field tests and laboratory experiments in the Maldives and Pacific.
A new study led by FSU professor Mariana Fuentes found that shifting nesting timing may not be enough to counteract the impacts of climate change on sea turtle hatchlings. Warmer temperatures cause lower hatchling success and disrupt female turtle viability, threatening species viability.
SourceFlorida State University·JournalGlobal Change Biology·DateOct 31, 2023
Researchers find that halting deforestation and restoring native vegetation are critical for Brazil to achieve its 2050 net zero goal. The study suggests that nature-based solutions can mitigate nearly 80% of Brazil's net zero pledge and reduce carbon emissions by 781 million tons per year.
SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalGlobal Change Biology·DateOct 31, 2023
The National Science Foundation has awarded $1.6 million to Emory University researchers to develop predictive models for farmers to adapt to climate change in Georgia, Iowa and Ohio. The project aims to create a public online tool to explore possible futures of agriculture at regional and state levels.
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A team of researchers from UMaine and UVM have conducted the first-ever study of cultural adaptation to climate change in US crops. They found that farmers are already adapting their practices to better match crops to recent changes in climate, with some regions showing significant changes in crop selection.
SourceUniversity of Maine·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateOct 30, 2023
Researchers created a rapid assessment tool, FAST, to estimate the depth of flooding and population exposure. The analysis estimated adaptation costs between $1.5-$3.6 billion for 7.4 million people affected by 1-2 meters of flood depth.
SourceStanford University·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·DateOct 25, 2023