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European Winter Weather Harder to Forecast in Certain Years

Researchers at National Oceanography Center revealed that weather forecasters often find it difficult in predicting winter conditions in Europe during some years compared to others.

Evidence Shows Accelerated Decline In Snow and Ice In Mount Everest Region

Abundant evidence showing decline of snow and ice in Mount Everest region found by researchers who were also led by one of Indian origin. The scientists

US Expert: India Must Develop Own Climate Model

A senior US scientist of Indian origin said that India is amongst the countries most vulnerable to climate change and must develop its own model to study

Research: Climate Change can Cause Widespread Global-scale Loss of Flora and Fauna

A research has suggested that climate change could lead to decline in more than 50 per cent of common plants and 33 per cent of animals can see this century.

Study: Urban Birds 'Stressed By Human Activity'

According to a new study from scientists at Boise State University, even species considered "tolerant" of human activity might be adversely impacted by human disturbances.

Expert: Climate Change Could Leave Hundreds of Millions Homeless

According to an expert, it is increasingly likely that hundreds of millions of people will be displaced from their homelands in the near future as a result of global warming.

Environmental Pollution may Play a Role in Suicide

Environmental pollution too may play a role in triggering suicide, a new study by researchers at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center reveals. Lead researcher John G.

Ban on Import of Birds from Australia Lifted By UAE

A ban on the import of live birds from Australia, saying no cases of bird flu have been detected in the country has been lifted by the UAE's ministry of environment and water.

Eels Fast Diminishing in the Environment

Cupping a tiny, translucent eel in the palm of his hand, New York environmental researcher Chris Bowser shook his head in amazement. "This is worth about one dollar," he said.

Year 2013 Will be Declared as 'water Conservation Year'

The Union Cabinet has decided to declare 2013 as 'Water Conservation Year' under which awareness programmes will be launched for conservation of the scarce natural resource.

Arctic Experienced Warmer Climate 3.5 Million Years Ago

The Arctic was very warm during a period roughly 3.5 to 2 million years ago, a new study suggests. It was a time when research suggests that the level

Air Pollution Linked to Insulin Resistance in Kids

A new study carried out by German researchers reveals that children who live in areas that have higher levels of air pollution develop insulin resistance,

Scientists: Pollution Leads to Brighter Clouds, Cooler Climate

University of Manchester scientists have revealed that natural emissions and manmade pollutants can both have an unexpected cooling effect on the world's climate by making clouds brighter.

High Lead and Chromium Levels Causing Healthy Years of Life Lost in Toxic Waste Sites

A new study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives reveals that elevated levels of lead and chromium in 373 toxic waste sites in India,

Clean Cooking Stoves Will Help Reduce Climate Emissions

May be it's the 21st century, but nearly half the world's population still cooks with open fires or primitive stoves that burn wood, animal dung, charcoal and other polluting solid fuels.

Old Microwave Oven Used in Production of Solar Cell Material

Researchers at University of Utah have managed to produce a nanocrystal semiconductor with the help of an old microwave oven and which makes use of cheap,

Rainfall Patterns Could be Affected by Global Warming

New evidence that global warming could change future global rainfall patterns and increase the risk of both flooding and drought has been provided in a new NASA-led study.

Research Explains How Plants Counter Climate Warming

According to a new research, as temperatures warm, plants release gases that help form clouds and cool the atmosphere. The study from IIASA and the

Analysis of Climate Records Reveals Global Cooling Trend Ended in 19th Century

The last long-term cooling trend, caused by a number of factors including fluctuations in the amount and distribution of heat from the sun, ended in the

Earth's Surface Temperature Linked to Shift in Atmospheric CO2

Further evidence is being provided by new test results that the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide and Earth's surface temperature are inextricably linked.

Study: Cutting Specific Pollutants Could Slow Sea Level Rise by 50 Percent

New research indicates that cutting emissions of certain pollutants can greatly slow down sea level rise this century, since coastal areas bracing for rising sea levels.

Sustainability of Pet Ownership Questioned

A number of important questions on the sustainability of pet ownership have been raised by University of Illinois animal sciences researcher Kelly Swanson,

Fossils That Uncover Origins of Antarctic Ecosystem Identified

Organic fossil remains that uncover origins of Antarctic ecosystems has been identified by scientists. The study, published this month in the

Bacteria to Produce Diesel on Demand

University of Exeter scientists have developed a new method to make bugs produce diesel on demand. While the technology still faces many significant

In Recent Decades Antarctic Glaciers Thinning at An Alarming Rate

Glaciers at the edge of the icy continent of Antarctica have been thinning rapidly in the last few decades and it has contributed significantly to sea level rise, according to new research.

The Approaching Ice Age

An eminent scientist has revealed that the world could just be heading for another Ice Age. Incredibly, British Summer Time officially starts Saturday

Plastic Recycling Gaining Popularity in Kanpur

In Kanpur, recycling of plastic has gained popularity with more 300 units being set up and employing at least 40,000 people. President of plastic

Study Suggests Self-Medication in Animals is Much More Widespread Than Believed

Extensive research has revealed that animals such as chimpanzees seek out medicinal herbs to treat their diseases. But in recent years, the list of

Study Finds Why Koalas are Prone to Infectious Diseases

The "holy grail" for understanding how and why koalas are prone to infectious diseases has been uncovered in an Australia-led, world-first genome mapping project.

Global Warming Will Cause Starvation of Millions in Africa and Asia by 2050, Warns Report

Extreme temperature may cause starvation of millions of people in Africa and Asia by 2050, warns new report. A report has warned that people

WHO Calls for Action Against Air Pollution

The United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) has called for immediate global action in reducing air pollution following estimated that reported

Scientists Explore Link Between Air Pollution and Coral Reef Growth

Pollution caused by human activity can stunt the growth of coral reefs, say researchers. They have found that pollution from fine particles

Prof. Swaminathan Says Organic Farming Will Usher in Ever-Green Revolution

Agriculture scientist and Rajya Sabha MP, Prof. MS Swaminathan has said 'organic farming' will usher in the ever-green revolution in the country. Prof.

Growth Performance Not Affected by Feeding Corn Germ to Pigs

Recent reports have indicated that inclusion of corn germ in swine diets can reduce diet costs. Recent research conducted at the University of Illinois

Low-Level Clouds Responsible for the Ice-Melt in 2012

Low, thin clouds may be the culprit to the record-shattering level of ice-melting in Greenland in 2012, study reveals. If the ice sheet covering Greenland

Analysis of Shark Tooth Weapons Leads to Discovery of Two Shark Species in Central Pacific Islands

Researchers from Field Museum of Natural History led by Columbia University's Joshua Drew discovered two new species of sharks that had not been reported

Levels of Harmful Pollutants Go Up Sharply in Beijing

In Beijing, the levels of pollutants harmful to human health rose sharply, says government official. The head of the Beijing Municipal Environmental

Exposure to Low Levels of Hydrogen Sulphide Does Not Aggravate Asthma Symptoms

A recent study has revealed that low levels of hydrogen sulphide (H2S) do not affect the symptoms of asthma or increase the risk of asthma in people living

Air Pollution Led to 1.2 Million Deaths in China in 2010, Says Report

In China, nearly 1.2 million people died due to air pollution in 2010, report sources. The study, led by researchers at the University of Washington,

Cheaper Gadgets to be Derived Out of Paintable Plastic Electronics

Scientists at University of Michigan (U-M) have developed a new technique to create "paint-on" plastic electronics that can be used to make popular gadgets

Bacteria Present on Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Depend on Type of Produce, Cultivation Practice

Researchers led by Jonathan Leff and Noah Fierer at the University of Colorado suggest that the type of surface bacteria present on fresh fruit and vegetables

Can We Encourage Healthy and Happy Microbial Environments in the Design of Buildings?

Jessica Green, an engineer and ecologist at the University of Oregon and the Santa Fe Institute is keenly interested in studying the nature of microorganisms

Climate Swings and Not Global Warming Alone Increase Monsoon Rainfall

Research has shown that natural swings in the climate have significantly intensified Northern Hemisphere monsoon rainfall. This indicates that they must

Research: in Future Climate Change Will Lead to Tenfold Increase in Frequency of Hurricanes

Previous research has shown that there was an increasing tendency for storm hurricane surges when the climate was warmer. This finding was made on examining

Pollution Caused by Traffic Linked to Childhood Asthma

An international study carried out in some of the major cities in Europe has confirmed that the pollution caused by traffic does indeed play a role in children developing asthma.

Great Barrier Reef Could be Permanently Destroyed

Due to climate change and the development of coal terminals on the Queensland coast, Great Barrier Reef could be destroyed permanently, a marine expert has warned.

Report Says Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Automobiles Could Drop 80 Percent by 2050

By the year 2050, the U.S. may be able to reduce petroleum consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by 80 percent for light-duty vehicles, cars and small

Don't Eat Snow Or Pancakes - Russia's Health Official Advises

Gennady Onishchenko, Russia's chief public health official advises Russian to avoid eating snow or too many pancakes. "In essence, snow is distilled water.

Tibet Autonomous Region Plans to Build First Genetic Resource Bank

The regional authorities said that southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region will start construction on its first genetic resource bank within the year.

Research: Viviparous Lizards Facing Mass Extinction Due to Global Warming

Climate change could lead to dozens of species of lizards becoming extinct within the next 50 years warns a new research. Globally it has been observed