A social media influencer touring aquatic attractions nationwide is exposing the perilous problems he finds in water quality, ...

Deep beneath the ocean, scientists uncovered thriving microbial life in one of Earth’s harshest environments—an area with a pH of 12, where survival seems nearly impossible. Using lipid biomarkers ...

Beneath the surface of lakes and coastal waters lies a hidden world of sediment that plays a crucial role in the health of aquatic ecosystems. "Benthic fluxes" of nitrogen and phosphorus, such as ...

See inside the marine science class where students work with saltwater aquariums at Pearl River High School in Rockland ...

You must have the disease, a host and the “right conditions” to trigger a disease outbreak. Soil tests can help identify field conditions. A farmer recently asked Ken Ferrie this two-part question: ...

Despite their shark-like appearance, bowmouth guitarfish are more closely related to rays. They have gill slits located on ...

Amidst the decline of reefs worldwide, UCR scientists have launched a $1.1 million project to uncover how coral regains life-giving algae after suffering from heat stress.

Soil is only as good as its pH level. If your soil is too acidic or too alkaline, it will prevent your garden and lawn from ...

Plant protection products protect crops from pests, diseases and weeds. However, many of the fungicides, herbicides and ...

Phytic acid can impair how the body absorbs some minerals, including iron. It may contribute to deficiencies over time, especially among people following vegetarian or vegan diets. Phytic acid is a ...

Are you feeling a little burned out? You’re not alone. Many things can get in the way of taking care of ourselves, including caregiving responsibilities, work, social commitments, and more. But ...

Salmon and trout populations in Santa Cruz’s watersheds, such as the San Lorenzo River, have taken a hit in recent decades.