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Researchers won an Ig Nobel Prize for burying cotton underwear worldwide to test how quickly healthy soil breaks down fabric. The quirky experiment is helping farmers and scientists measure soil biodiversity in a simple, low-cost way.
New research reveals soil microorganisms in productive ecosystems trap carbon far more efficiently than previously believed, offering fresh hope for natural climate solutions. The discovery could transform how we manage soils to fight climate change.
Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.
Scientists are discovering that organically farmed food grown in rich, biodiverse soil contains up to 60% more health-boosting nutrients than conventional produce. The secret lies in tiny soil microbes that help plants create powerful compounds called polyphenols, which feed the beneficial bacteria in our gut and fight chronic disease.
A major science organization is launching a digital series that shows how Earth science research translates into real solutions for communities worldwide. The series premiews in December 2026 and goes global in January 2027.
Australian researchers planted microphones in soil to listen to insects and worms, discovering that healthy dirt sounds like a symphony while degraded soil is just white noise. This breakthrough could replace expensive tests with an affordable tool anyone can use.
Scientists discovered that resistant soybean plants actively recruit helpful soil microbes to fight off a devastating pest, and these protective microbes can be transferred to help vulnerable plants. This breakthrough could revolutionize crop protection by turning soil into a natural defense system.
Over 900 Calgary students from Grade 5 to 12 are presenting their self-designed science experiments at the city's largest youth science fair this weekend. Two Grade 12 students developed a promising wound infection detector using red cabbage extract after a cooking accident sparked their curiosity.
Six international partners just pledged $42 million to fuel Africa's ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy. The funding will help African nations build stronger research systems and solve local challenges through homegrown science.
A global team is turning earthquake science into an affordable tool that helps farmers understand and heal their soil. The Earth Rover Program uses simple hammer taps and sensors to reveal what's happening beneath our feet.
Three Chinese scientists won major awards for breakthrough research as Hong Kong cements its role as Asia's science hub. The Future Science Prize, China's first privately funded research award, chose the city for its fourth consecutive year.
The University of Guadalajara is transforming forest restoration with science-backed methods that help 7 out of 10 trees survive instead of just 3. Their July 11 reforestation event will plant 800 native trees across fire-damaged areas using groundbreaking soil enrichment techniques.
Over 1,000 people across Switzerland buried cotton underwear in their yards to help scientists create the country's largest map of soil health. The quirky experiment revealed which types of land management best support the hidden world beneath our feet.
A public health professor is slashing his annual research output from 15 papers to just seven, betting that quality beats quantity in science. His radical move challenges a system where some researchers now pump out more than 60 papers yearly.
Researchers at the University of Lincoln discovered how to help soil naturally adapt to increasing salt levels caused by climate change. This breakthrough could protect crop yields in regions facing rising salinity without adding chemicals or new organisms.
A new global study reveals that rotating crops doesn't just restore soil health—it supercharges the invisible ecosystem beneath our feet. The finding could help farmers worldwide grow more food while protecting the planet.
Three Grade 10 students from South Africa are heading to Beijing to showcase groundbreaking research that could transform farming, clean up contaminated soil, and replace chemical food preservatives. Their work tackles real-world challenges with creativity and scientific rigor that impressed judges at Africa's largest youth science fair.
Tanzania has tested 90,000 soil samples across 19 regions to help farmers grow more food and restore degraded land. The nationwide program will reach all regions by June, giving farmers science-backed guidance on fertilizer use.
A 12-year experiment in Oklahoma revealed that keeping soil moist could prevent massive carbon releases that accelerate global warming. The discovery gives scientists a powerful new tool for protecting the planet.
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Trinity College just unveiled a privately funded plan to triple the Cambridge Science Park's size, creating 20,000 high-value jobs while opening a free public Park of Science to inspire local kids in STEM. The 50-year masterplan transforms Britain's oldest science park into a £3 billion innovation hub for life sciences, tech, and clean energy.
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