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Warzones, microplastics and light pollution pose serious new risks to bees and other pollinators over the next decade, according to a landmark report on World Bee Day.

While previous studies have shown fossil fuel production accounts for 30% of global methane emissions, researchers have noticed a steady increase in emissions from microbial sources since 2007.

The combination of air pollution, dense urban development and limited green spaces increases the risk of asthma in both children and adults, a new study has shown.

A new study links maternal obesity, gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders with higher blood pressure in children, highlighting early intervention strategies.

The rise in popularity of whey protein and other protein-rich foods has transformed dietary habits globally, but in parallel it is essential to address potential risks and implement robust testing methodologies to protect consumer health.

Increasing urban vegetation by 30% could save over one-third of all heat related deaths, say researchers.

Researchers have developed a machine learning "forcefield" that can describe the forces between atoms, making it easier to study the diffusion of charged complexes and develop more advances catalytic materials.

For the first time, researchers have shown that high concentrations of potentially harmful chemicals from climbing shoe soles can be found in the air of bouldering gyms, in some cases at higher levels than on a busy street.

James Connelly discusses the importance of third-party verification and how recent funding will help accelerate the development of Impact Laboratories' digital sustainability tools.

Dr. Sheena Cruickshank’s work in immunology focuses on immune responses and chronic conditions like inflammatory bowel disease. She’s also an advocate for science communication, designing outreach programs and developing apps.