Heavy metal pollution is a growing concern in many parts of Ghana, especially in communities near galamsey (small-scale gold mining) sites.

The arrival of fall starts the official “wet season” in California, and whether or not we get rain (and we really hope we do!), it’s always good to remember stormwater ...

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"Equipment without expertise is useless." Researchers make stark discovery after testing schools' drinking water: 'This is more than a study' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Colorado is using wastewater testing to identify communities with measles infections before the cases show up in the clinic.

The quality of Iowa's water is a top environmental concern in Iowa, and for many Iowans, there can be a feeling of ...

Abstract: The presence of pore water in rock significantly influences the stability of rock masses and even threatens the safety of engineering projects. It is of critical importance to accurately ...

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GENEVA — Scientists have uncovered a way to detect colorectal cancer with 84% predictive accuracy using only a stool sample and artificial intelligence. If validated in clinics, this simple test could ...

Tulane University researchers have developed an enhanced CRISPR-based tuberculosis test that works with a simple tongue swab, a potential breakthrough that could allow easier, community-based ...