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Yellowstone ecosystem may lose key migrant

A 6,000-year-old migration route of the pronghorn antelope in Yellowstone National Park is under threat from continued development and human disturbance. The study's findings highlight the need for immediate recognition and protection to safeguard this unique population.

SourceWildlife Conservation Society·JournalBiology Letters·DateJul 10, 2006

'Kelp highway' may have helped peopling of the Americas

Researchers suggest that productive kelp forests in the Pacific Rim may have facilitated human coastal migrations around 35,000 to 15,000 years ago. This theory is supported by findings of kelp forests near earliest coastal archaeological sites in the Americas.

SourceUniversity of Oregon·DateFeb 19, 2006
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Urban Britain is a recipe for heart disease

A three-year study by the University of Manchester found that people migrating from India to Britain are at greater risk of cardiovascular disease due to higher body mass, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. The research highlights the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular exercise.

SourceUniversity of Manchester·DateNov 9, 2005

Transmission of tuberculosis is linked to historical patterns of human migration

A study suggests that the evolutionary history of tuberculosis is linked to historical patterns of human migration. The researchers found that the genetic signatures of over 300 strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis reflect the dispersal and evolution of the pathogen according to human migration patterns, with a strong gender bias obse...

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenome Research·DateSep 26, 2005

The biggest family tree ever

The Genographic Project is a five-year global study of human migratory history, analyzing genetic samples from indigenous peoples and public participants. Researchers will use markers encoded into DNA to trace lineages, unveiling new aspects of family trees that persist through genes.

SourceUniversity of Arizona·DateApr 15, 2005

Iraqi Turkmen should be involved in their country's future

The study reveals that Iraqi Turkmen are a well-educated population with high socio-economic circumstances, contributing to forced migration. The report emphasizes the importance of Turkmen participation in Iraq's reconstruction and suggests their valuable human resource can aid in rebuilding efforts.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·DateFeb 8, 2005
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Warmer weather, human disturbances interact to change forests

University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers used a computer-modeling program to project 200 years of change in a forest in northwestern Wisconsin under three climate scenarios. The model found that some species would not be able to survive warmer conditions, while human actions also contribute to the changing landscape.

SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·DateAug 1, 2004

Human migration tracked in Stanford computer simulation

A team of researchers at Stanford University used a computer simulation to trace the origins of genetic mutations in human populations. By modeling population growth, migration, and mutation rates, they were able to estimate the location and time of origin for these genetic changes.

SourceStanford Medicine·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 21, 2004

Communications towers killing birds

A recent study highlights the dangers of communications towers for migrating birds, which mistake tower lights for the moon and collide with structures. The Cornell University meeting brought together experts to discuss solutions, including co-location rules and reduced lighting in tall buildings.

SourceCornell University·DateSep 22, 1999

Hispanic Population Booming In Middle America, Study Finds

A new study reveals that Hispanics are increasingly settling in the heartland and Sun Belt regions of the US, attracted by job growth and economic opportunities. The fastest growth occurred in states such as Georgia, Maryland, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, and Nevada.

SourceUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill·DateMar 26, 1998
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.