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Sunny way to convert 'trivial' methane into more valuable ethane
Methane, the main component of natural gas, is a major environmental concern due to its role as a potent greenhouse gas.
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Where Does Air Pollution in Poland Come From? Understanding the Sources and Solutions
Air pollution in Poland, particularly in urban areas, remains a significant environmental and public health issue. A substantial portion of the particulate matter suspended in the air is attributed to the combustion of solid fuels in individual heating systems.
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Superworms outshine mealworms in race to digest plastic, researchers find
Researchers at the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences have discovered that superworms are more adept at consuming and digesting plastics than their mealworm counterparts.
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AlphaFold will not steal jobs from biologists
In 2024, AlphaFold, an AI model developed by the tech company DeepMind (now a part of Google), received widespread recognition, including a Nobel Prize in Chemistry for its groundbreaking ability to predict protein structures.
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Everyday air pollution has stronger impact on health than short-term smog, says expert
Smog and poor air quality are not the same. Smog situations are high concentrations of pollutants that last for a relatively short time. Although they do have a negative impact on health, air pollution is much more important because it has a long-term, everyday impact, says Dr. Krzysztof Skotak from the Institute of Environmental Protection - National Research Institute.
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Sewage treatment plant tests research station that removes micropollutants
The Pomorzany Sewage Treatment Plant is testing a pilot station that detects and removes PFAS compounds and micropollutants. The research results will enable the construction of an effective level 4 treatment installation, in accordance with the new EU urban wastewater treatment directive.
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Forest anthills are 'environmental islands' for fungi
Forest anthills can be 'environmental islands' for fungi, say scientists from the Botanical Garden and the Faculty of Biology at the University of Warsaw, who discovered the presence of a specific group of fungi in the hills of the wood ant, different from those in the surrounding forest litter. The presence of anthills can therefore promote local biodiversity.
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Children help scientists count Danish tardigrades
Scientists have counted tardigrades living in Denmark. They recorded a four-fold increase in the number of species, including at least nine previously unknown ones. This was possible thanks to the help of hundreds of children who collected over 8,000 lichens and mosses, even from the most remote areas of Denmark.
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Driving children to school increases air pollution, say experts
The increase in air pollution in cities is related to increased traffic during morning commutes to schools, according to research from the University of Warsaw. Scientists believe that the situation can be improved by changing the habits of children and parents, not by traffic bans.
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Childhood trauma linked to poor eating habits and obesity in adulthood, Polish study finds
New research from Poland suggests that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), such as emotional neglect, abuse, and family dysfunction, may significantly influence eating behaviors in adulthood, potentially leading to obesity and related health disorders. The study highlights the long-lasting effects of trauma, emphasizing the connection between early-life stress and poor dietary choices.
