From dolphins' sonars to elephants' tusks, many animals have features that have proven to be invaluable to the scientific world. Here are some creatures that helped shape modern technology.

Animals that Inspired Technology

29+ Animals Behind Some of Humanity’s Innovative Technology

Researchers discover the duckling act of traveling in line behind their mothers is actually a strategic move to conserve energy. Here's how we know.

Why Ducklings Travel Behind Their Mothers

Here's Why Ducklings Swim in a Row Behind Their Mom

As extreme weather continues due to climate change, scientists are observing rising rates of violence in some of the worlds most vulnerable communities. Find out more on Discovery.

Researches Find Relationship Between Extreme Temperatures and Violence

The Dark Side of Extreme Global Temperatures

With acute hunger at an all-time, experts in the United Nations are educating the world on the connection between food scarcity and the fight for a greener future. 

Food Scarcity and Environmentalism Are Directly Tied

Can Food Be the Key to a Healthier Planet?

During the UN Biodiversity Conference in Kunming China, 100 countries agreed to implement an effective global framework that puts biodiversity on a path to recovery by 2030.

UN Commits to Kunming Declaration on Biodiversity

UN Ushers New Hope For ‘Living in Harmony With Nature'

Governments, activists, and businesses around the globe are heading down to the 26th Conference of the Parties(COP) hosted by the United Kingdom in Glasgow. 

COP26 and Climate Change 

COP26-The World's 'Best Last Chance' to Get Climate Change Under Control

Before the universe we know now, there was only darkness...that is until the stars were ignited. Here's what we know on how light came to be.

The First Light in the Universe

Billions of Years Ago, There Was A Time Before Light...

Rising temperatures have caused some animals to shapeshift in order to withstand the climate emergency. Here is what we know so far. 

Animal Adaptation Caused by Climate Change

Researchers Discover Global Warming Causes 'Shapeshifting' Animal Adaptation

With a 48/13 passing, the UN Human Rights Council officially recognized a sustainable environment as a human right. Here are all the details.

UN Declares a Healthy Environment as a Human Right

UN Council Declares 'Access to a Healthy Environment' a Human Right

The aftermath of four major volcanic pulses enabled the Carnian Pluvial Episode, a period in which dinosaurs evolved from humble cat-like beginnings into towering domination.

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