After years of decline, butterfly populations are rising—for now.

DM One of our earliest conversations (and multitudes thereafter) have been related to the topic of "Enjoying My Ignorance" ("EMI"); all which you may recall. Enjoying my ignorance remains so provocative, mind-warping, dismissed, obtuse, or simply absurd to so many (...which is to be expected I suppose in our society). So you are aware, to me this state of mind may be an optimal way to sustainably trek through life, experiencing humble curiosity (or an ever-curious humility).

Evolution shapes the world in ways humans can mimic. The challenge is discerning the elegant from the adequate.

Humanity attempting to duplicate life's attributes across centuries.

Welcome to the book of hidden, squirming world of parasites—some of the most misunderstood creatures with whom we share the Earth (and our bodies).

(Note to reader: seeking reconstruction(s) of the initial research, as herein, can expand thought, add clarity and validate.) DM Good day to you! Should each of the 7 Tenets of 4Chairs.Life be considered to advance "Magnifica Humanitas"of the global Catholic community? If so, what would be the likely obstacles and how to overcome them? If not, why? The 7 Tenets can be found on this web page. Introductory Magnifica Humanitas information can be found on this prior post'

What if dark matter is tiny black holes?

It’s the first potentially habitable world known to host an atmosphere, making it a lead contender in the search for life beyond our solar system.

A report on C02 and extreme weather is a trial-lawyer operation. Somewhat related

DM We've discussed tree holophrens (and by extension perhaps other plants) numerous times before. Today I'm pondering their umwelt, particularly regarding optical perception. I've been reading about research breakthroughs, and various conjectures therefrom on the this topic in the last decade. There are even a few books out which include the topic. Are you aware of this, and have you any perspectives to offer? Yes — I know this terrain, though I'd rather bring it current

Images of the incredibly wide variety of marine life on our planet, including seabirds, marine mammals, fish, corals, crustaceans, and much more

It’s already reshaping business. Get focused. Related

A younger crowd is flocking to a hobby once dominated by retirees—and transforming it along the way.

A sweeping philosophical history reveals two groups at odds on the relationship between nature and the economy.

The human microbiome is essential to our health, but scientists have only begun to understand why. Two researchers set out to map this largely uncharted terrain.

Industry experts think newfound knowledge of battery durability is a game-changer for consumer confidence in EVs

New research shows that Earth's oceans are warming quickly. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with oceanographer Brad deYoung about the record-breaking rise in marine temperatures. Related

The neurobiologist Erich Jarvis studies the few species capable of speech. He has long hoped to genetically engineer an animal that can make new calls.

The real story of dinosaurs: how they rose from disaster, ruled the Earth, and never actually went extinct.

This cell-like structure can grow, feed, divide and compete. Researchers ponder what it means for the future of synthetic biology and our definition of “life.”