Unexpected discoveries in study of giraffe gut flora
The gut bacteria of giraffes are not primarily determined by what they eat, but by the species they belong to. This is shown in a new study from Uppsala University and Brown University in which researchers have analysed the link between diet and gut flora in three giraffe species in Kenya. The study also provides new knowledge that can help secure the food supply of endangered giraffe species.
New USF study identifies urgent need to protect coastal marine ecosystems
A new study led by the University of South Florida highlights the urgent need to protect marine ecosystems in shallow water near the shore – an area that many beachgoers don’t realize is highly important to fish populations. Known as tidal flats, these coastal waters are critical to global seafood supplies, local economies and overall marine health.
Conservation focusing on birds of a feather may have mixed results, MSU-led study shows
Conservation strategies are turning back the doomsday clock in threatened Florida-Scrub Jays – but not without caveats, a new study published in Current Biology shows.
In the early 2000s, conservationists proposed a plan to move isolated jays to a region comprising thousands of acres of restored habitat, home to a small community of 13 jays.
Birds breathe in dangerous plastics—and so do we
Microscopic plastic pollutants drifting through the air are lodging in the lungs of birds, a new University of Texas at Arlington study finds. Researchers worldwide are increasingly alarmed by how pervasive these harmful particles are in the air humans breathe and the food they eat.
3 Ways Veterinarians Can Turn Continuing Education (CE) into an Adventure
Continuing Education (CE) is a must for veterinarians, but let’s be honest—sitting in a conference room for hours on end isn’t exactly thrilling. What if you could combine your CE requirements with adventure, travel, and meaningful experiences? Here are three ways to make your CE more exciting, including one that lets you give back while you learn.
5 Tips to Make Scrubs Fashionable (Because Who Says Comfort Can’t Be Chic?)
Scrubs don’t have to be bland—they can be a canvas for your personal style. With these tips, you’ll look and feel your best, whether you’re running between patients or heading out for a post-shift coffee. After all, who says you can’t save lives and slay the fashion game?