Environmental Science & Technology
Flu virus remains infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to 5 days
More than 14 million Americans consume raw milk annually.
Bio-based fibers: A bigger environmental threat than plastics?
Materials being advocated as alternatives to plastic
A common bacterium can break down plastic for food
This opens new possibilities for bacteria-based engineering solutions to help clean up plastic waste.
Ozone’s increase in the upper troposphere is likely due to humans
Ozone contributes to warming the planet as a potent greenhouse gas.
“Forever Chemicals” in Yale study boost cancer cell migration
Research shows that PFOS and PFOA encourage colorectal cancer spheroid movement.
Killer whales’ diet, rather than location, greatly impacted contaminant levels
The findings of their study underscore the need for action to protect North Atlantic killer whales.
Communities of color are vulnerable to the effects of rising seas
Rising seas threaten to flood hundreds of toxic sites.
A New Antarctica study shows that levels of toxic chemicals increased markedly
Levels of ‘forever chemicals’ reaching the remote continent have been increasing.
How submarine sediment avalanches transport microplastics into the deep ocean?
Much of the macro- and microplastic in the ocean ends up on the seafloor, with some of the highest concentrations reported in submarine canyons...
Scientists developed a new houseplant that can clean your home’s air
Most of us use air filters to keep our homes clean and pollution-free. However, these air filters involve small hazardous molecules such as chloroform...
Increasing the environmental benefits of autonomous vehicles
According to a recent investigation by the University of Michigan, the added weight, electricity requisition, and aerodynamic drag of the sensors and computers utilized...
Study suggests many second hand plastic toys could pose a risk to children’s health
According to new research published in Environmental Science and Technology, the plastic used in many second-hand toys could pose a risk to children’s health...