Caddisfly larvae have created protective structures around themselves using materials available in their environment. This shell, dating from 1986, contains blue microplastics. (Photo credit: Auke-Florian Hiemstra) Microplastic pollution from industrial emissions has plagued freshwater ecosystems for decades, with evidence suggesting…
The newly discovered magma cap is located 2.6 miles (3.8 kilometers) below Yellowstone's surface. (Photo credit: Xiyu Zhang via Getty Images) A new study has shown that the Yellowstone supervolcano contains a “breathing” cap of magma that could help predict…
In clinical trials, researchers are studying whether the vaccine could be helpful for patients with moderate to severe facial acne. (Image credit: Obencem via Getty Images) Scientists are testing a vaccine to combat acne, a skin condition that affects about…
The Corryvreckan Whirlpool is located in the Bay of Corryvreckan on the west coast of Scotland. (Photo by bazza1960
A mosaic of Saturn taken by NASA's Cassini spacecraft on November 20, 20
(Image credit: Hector Roqueta Rivero via Getty Images) Scientists are closer to creating artificial teeth in a lab setting – an innovation that could become an alternative to unpleasant fillings and root canals. A research team has developed a unique…