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Scientists in Chile found a rare fungus that naturally controls insect pests and could replace harmful pesticides. The discovery connects ancient ecosystems across continents and offers hope for sustainable farming.
Tiny sacred forests in India are punching above their weight, sheltering predators that provide natural pest control even when miles from major biodiversity hotspots. A two-year study proves these community-protected patches are ecological powerhouses.
University of Florida researchers discovered a predator mite that naturally controls two destructive strawberry pests at once. This tiny helper could save farmers money while protecting crops without harsh chemicals.
A kitchen staple is helping gardeners protect their plants without harsh chemicals. Simple aluminum foil tricks are giving home growers an eco-friendly edge against common pests.
Six graduate students studying bugs and pest management just received scholarships worth $16,000 total from an organization that's invested over $301,000 in future scientists since 1976. Pi Chi Omega's 2026 awards continue a 50-year tradition of supporting the next generation of people who protect our homes and health.
Gardeners are turning orange peels into natural fertilizer and pest repellent, cutting kitchen waste while ditching chemicals. The peels contain nutrients plants crave and compounds that keep bugs away.
A rare group of people can suppress HIV without medication, and researchers studying them just discovered something remarkable: some may be completely cured. These "elite controllers" could hold the key to helping 40 million people worldwide beat the virus.
Scientists discovered that caffeinated ants learn faster and find food more efficiently, cutting travel time by up to 38%. This surprising finding could transform how we tackle one of the world's costliest invasive species.
Scientists at the University of Arkansas discovered rice plants can trap and kill armyworm caterpillars using their flowers like natural pest traps. This accidental finding could help farmers fight crop-destroying insects without toxic chemicals.
Scientists discovered a fungus that naturally kills destructive bark beetles by outsmarting their chemical defenses. This breakthrough could replace toxic insecticides with safer, biological pest control. #
A rare group of people can naturally suppress HIV without medication, and their immune systems may hold the key to curing 40 million people worldwide. Researchers studying these "elite controllers" believe they're closer than ever to understanding how the human body can beat HIV on its own.
Scientists discovered a spider smaller than a pencil eraser that hunts ants, mosquitoes, and even cockroaches up to six times its size. This tiny urban pest controller could be a natural solution to keeping homes bug-free.
Beautiful falcons are protecting Michigan cherry orchards from pests while reducing foodborne illness risks by two-thirds. The natural solution saves farmers money and delights birdwatchers at the same time.
Twenty-three students pursuing careers in pest management just received scholarships worth up to $2,000 each to continue their education. The Pest Management Foundation's 2025-2026 awards support the next generation of professionals protecting public health and food safety.
Scientists worldwide are turning to biomimicry, copying nature's billion-year-old designs to fight climate change with solutions that work with ecosystems instead of against them. From termite-inspired buildings to river systems that heal themselves, these nature-based approaches are proving both effective and sustainable.
Scientists studying how pythons survive on one massive meal per year discovered a natural molecule that helped obese mice lose 9% of their body weight. The finding could one day lead to new obesity treatments inspired by nature's most extreme eaters.
Millions of people across Spain are tuning into live webcams to watch Iberian lynx, peregrine falcons, and storks in their natural habitats. What started as a scientific tool has become a beloved form of digital leisure, connecting people with nature without leaving home.
Scientists have discovered massive reserves of naturally occurring hydrogen deep underground that could meet global energy needs for two centuries without producing carbon emissions. Unlike manufactured hydrogen, this "white gold" energy source forms naturally through geological processes and costs nothing to make.
The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro just earned the title of world's largest natural habitat zoo, giving 1,700 animals room to roam across sprawling, nature-inspired exhibits. Visitors can meet over 250 species living in spaces that mirror their wild homes.
While Mumbai floods paralyzed the city this week, Kolkata stays protected by 12,500 hectares of wetlands that absorb rainwater, treat sewage, and support thousands of livelihoods. This natural "sponge" proves nature can outperform concrete in the climate crisis.
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