Category: Research
Why is this robot boat mapping the Great Lakes?
It’s all hands on—and off—deck as researchers from Michigan Technological University pilot the Armada 8, a 26-foot uncrewed vessel from Ocean Infinity. The data collected by the team will be … Continued
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There’s good news in the 2024 State of Canada’s Birds Report
Environment and Climate Change Canada and Birds Canada recently released this year’s State of Canada’s Birds report. The report tells the story of how Canada’s 463 bird species are faring … Continued
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An ingredient in Doritos can turn mice’s skin transparent
Turns out that Doritos are good for more than fending off a snack attack or starting a campfire in a pinch. Science has discovered something completely bizarre—and perhaps useful in … Continued
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Researchers discover a new way to determine a whale’s sex
Researchers off the coast of B.C. have uncovered a new method to determine a whale’s sex—DNA from seawater that whales have recently swam through. The ongoing study, conducted by researchers … Continued
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Ohio Sea Grant gets $50,000 to help marinas get cleaner – Great Lakes Commission
Area marinas might become a little cleaner thanks to a research grant issued by the Ohio Lake Erie Commission. Ohio Sea Grant is getting $49,998