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Deanna Conners
Biological switch could improve biofuel production by algae
Scientists have discovered a biological switch in blue-green algae that reacts to light and changes how electrons are transported within the cells.
July 22, 2012
Three endangered Hawaiian birds show recovery
The Akepa, Akiapolaau and Hawaii Creeper are among rarest endangered Hawaiian birds. After years of habitat protection, the birds may be starting to recover.
July 17, 2012
Everglades alligator holes benefit fish, snakes, turtles, birds
Everglades Alligator holes hold water during dry periods. The extra water helps many wildlife species including fish, snakes, turtles, insects and birds.
June 26, 2012
Seven critical issues need attention at Rio+20, officials say
Officials preparing for Rio+20 have identified seven critical issues to ensuring global sustainability: jobs, energy, cities, food, water, oceans and disaster readiness.
June 19, 2012
Two new elements
The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry added two new elements - flerovium and livermorium - on the periodic table to 118.
June 14, 2012
Global Map of Life demo version released
In May 2012, scientists released an online demonstration version of a new global Map of Life, and they want you to help them test drive it.
June 7, 2012
NOAA releases new ocean floor viewer
NOAA's new online ocean floor viewer that allows anyone with internet access the ability to explore undersea features.
May 25, 2012
Citizen scientists hit one million mark
Citizen scientists reached a major milestone in early May 2012 by contributing over one million observations on the environment to Nature’s Notebook.
May 21, 2012
If a volcano blows, would we hear it?
Many volcanoes around the world lack effective monitoring programs. A new study suggests that volcano monitoring programs could be improved.
May 11, 2012
What role did global warming play in Russia’s deadly heat wave?
The heat wave that scorched Russia in 2010 was three times more likely under current conditions of global warming than it would have been in the 1960s.
May 6, 2012
