Monitoring and assessment of habitats is essential to evaluate biodiversity policy and improve the condition of valuable ecosystems. A new study has reviewed the value of remote sensing — using information from satellite or airborne imagery — for this purpose, and the authors make a series of key recommendations, including the importance of tailoring remote sensing output for policymakers.

‘Favourable conservation status’ (FCS) is a critical but often misinterpreted legal concept in the EU’s Habitats Directive. Now, law and ecology researchers have teamed up to help clarify some of the most disputed aspects of this term for species. Correctly applied, the concept will help environmental managers, policymakers and scientists effectively protect biodiversity.

A range of legislation, including the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD), is designed to ensure the ‘Good Environmental Status’ (GES) of EU seas by 2020. Researchers have assessed the MSFD in relation to existing maritime policies, concluding that coordination between directives is important to achieve GES.

Lower socioeconomic status is generally associated with poorer health, and both air and noise pollution contribute to a wide range of other factors influencing human health. But do these health inequalities arise because of increased exposure to pollution, increased sensitivity to exposure, increased vulnerabilities, or some combination? This In-depth Report presents evidence on whether people in deprived areas are more affected by air and noise pollution — and suffer greater consequences — than wealthier populations.

As part of the county’s response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, view Parks, Recreation and Community Services closures and operating status information.

LEESBURG – The two-lane Cochran Mill Road (Route 653) bridge over Tuscarora Creek has been reduced to one lane of alternating traffic until further...

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Professor Su Guaning, President Emeritus of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has been elected to the United States' National Academy of Engineering (NAE)....

Spinach is a powerhouse of nutrients. With recipes like these, there's no excuse not to reap the health benefits.

12 shiny new off-shore turbines in Germany are a reminder of just how far behind the U.S. lags in race for clean offshore energy.

A new, highly speculative conjecture about the extinction of ancient humans is sure to raise critics' brows.

Eucalyptus trees can hold grains of gold, potentially helping reveal buried treasure.

The biggest rodent to ever stalk the Earth lived about 3 million years ago — and it used its large front teeth the way today's elephants use their tusks.

The Montreal Protocol, which phased out ozone-killing gases, has helped. Meanwhile the oceans are warming faster than ever.

Researchers warn health care providers that obesity is not the only factor that can contribute to Type 2 diabetes.

Why actually create your own status updates when your computer can do it for you?

Generosity may depend on a person's humility, says new study.

Have you ever thought, why are my ears ringing? Find out the causes of tinittus, plus treatment options and how to prevent it in the first place.

Is green transportation a new status symbol? The affordable hybrid is favored by America’s richest drivers, especially in California.

The federally protected and UNESCO-recognized wilderness area is front and center as work on the border wall between the U.S. and Mexico continues.

Narwhals use their tusks for a number of different tasks, but scientists think they've found the most important one.

A lot is riding on the wings of six baby sea eagles released on the Isle of Wight. They are pioneers of a project to bring the birds back to southern England.

"Status of 2018 Medium-Term Business Plan" has been posted.

IoT Status Monitoring Amplifiers for General-purpose Analog Outputs Are Connectable to Various Sensors(E9NC-AA / VA)

Queen of Golf Trick Shots Making a Transition

Ms. Titus has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in the fields of social work and nursing

With the release of Saffredi 2017, Fattoria Le Pupille celebrates the 30th anniversary of its iconic Bordeaux cuvée.

Oaks at Aiken opening in the Spring of 2020

Humane Society Silicon Valley stands out as a transparent organization according to BBB Wise Giving Alliance and GuideStar

Frederick Hecht, DMD, earns Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry

Terralogic DynaQuest announced today that they have achieved the status of Platinum for Citrix Partner Solutions.

Dr. Felitti was recognized as Partner of the Year by the Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group.

Small, medium and large coffee producers from across Mexico feature at three-day event focusing on quality and innovation

Founder at Protax Consulting Services, Marc J Strohl CPA, has just revealed essential information on the most recent developments related to the Covid-19 Tax Deadline Statuses.

Our clients continued demand for cloud migrations, cloud-native development, and Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence support is driving the growth in the practice.

Earning Value Solutions Platinum Partner & Top Partner Ranking in North America

IQBG to provide M-Files customers with consulting, implementation and training services.

The prospectus highlights the designated census tract in Willmar to potential opportunity zone investors and developers.

Service Fusion now offers seamless integration with Intuit's award-winning QuickBooks desktop and online software platforms

Sassicaia is one of the most famous wines in Italy. It's the first Super Tuscan and accountable for conveying Italian wines into today's modern era.

"Global Cannabinoids" is now a fully registered trademark with the USPTO and is afforded the same legal status and protections as all other registered trademarks.

Famed producer Norman Lear on developing groundbreaking sitcoms, managing creative partnerships and the lessons he wants to pass on to the next generation.

Top three in Government Affairs for the week of January 31.

AGR tussle: Harish Salve on what SC had to say on telcos over dues

Jerry Zimmerman, MD, PhD, FCCM, discusses an article published in the January 2007 issue of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, titled "Adrenal Status in Children with Septic Shock Using Low Dose Stimulation Test." Dr. Zimmerman is professor of pediatric critical care medicine at the University of Utah. Dr. Zimmerman is director of pediatric critical care medicine at Children’s Hospital Regional Medicine Center in Seattle, Washington. (Sarthi M, et al. Pediatr Crit Care Med. 2007; 8:84)

Carol E. Nicholson, MD, MS, FAAP, is the Project Scientist for the Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network (CPCCRN) and Program Director for Pediatric Care and Rehabilitation Research (PCCR).

Margaret Parker, MD, FCCM, speaks with John T. Berger, MD, FCCM, Medical Director for Cardiac Critical Care at Childrens National Medical Center in Washington, DC, USA.

India has allowed discounting of prolonged stay period for determining the residency status in relief for NRIs.

H-1B visa recipients can remain in the country legally for 60 days without being paid.