Migrating flies vital for people and nature
Buzzing insects may be seen as pests – but globally, hundreds of fly species migrate over long distances, with major...
Environment
Science ‘storytelling’ urgently needed amid climate and biodiversity crisis
Scientists should experiment with creative ways of communicating their work to inspire action to protect the natural world, researchers say....
‘Unprecedented’ recent floods swamped by previous highs
Recent “unprecedented” floods are not exceptional if we look further into the past, new research shows. A team of scientists...
Climate cost of global trawling still uncertain
The amount of carbon released by seabed fishing worldwide is uncertain and must be urgently investigated, researchers say. Convex Seascape...
Defence experts offer policymakers fresh perspectives on the UK’s nuclear forces, Iran and online radicalisation
Experts have warned about a lack of capability in the UK’s nuclear forces, the dangers of Iran developing nuclear weapons...
New work to make the South West’s rich cultural heritage more accessible
A new network has been set up to make the rich cultural heritage of the South West more accessible. University...
Nature market launched to support Cornwall’s environment and landowners
Cornwall’s businesses and organisations can now invest in environmental improvements across the county through a new ‘nature market’, which utilises...
Social media can help track species as climate changes
Social media can help scientists track animal species as they relocate in response to climate change, new research shows. The...
Unprecedented changes to North Atlantic winds could have major impacts on UK weather
A ground-breaking study reveals that the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) could reach unprecedented magnitudes by the end of the century,...