Tag Archives: Ecology

Ultrafast signalling among aquatic single-celled organisms

Posted on August 2, 2019 by

Colonies of Spirostomum ambiguum synchronize to release toxins that may deter predators. Continue reading →

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Eelgrass declines pose a mystery

Posted on June 16, 2017 by

Scientists want to know why eelgrass is on the decline in some areas of Puget Sound and not others. The answer will affect future strategies for protecting one of the ecosystem’s most critical saltwater plants. Continue reading →

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Exploring the environmental impact of quantum dots

Posted on January 20, 2017 by

The speed with which microbes in a simplified ecosystem absorb the nanomaterials is raising concerns about the effect on organisms higher in the food chain. Continue reading →

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Where has all the Flora Gone?

Posted on June 8, 2012 by

Diversity of European alpine plant life may be shrinking. Continue reading →

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It’s Becoming a Smaller World, After All

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

Climate change may cause both animal and plant species to shrink in size, which in turn could impact soil productivity. Continue reading →

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Tree Leaves Fight Pollution

Posted on October 21, 2010 by

Environmental organizations keep reminding us that we need to reduce pollution and greenhouse gases. But plants are already doing their part. Continue reading →

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ScienceShot: Black-and-White Butterflies Show Their True Colors

Posted on October 20, 2010 by

Women notice flashy, well-dressed gentlemen. But so do thieves, eager for an obvious target. The same holds true in the animal kingdom. Continue reading →

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