Water : Science World Report

Jun 19, 2014 06:52 AM EDT

Scientists Discover Dying Sun-Like Stars Hold Molecule Vital for Creating Water

When you think of water, you wouldn't normally think of some of the hottest celestial bodies in the universe-stars. But astronomers using ESA's Herschel space observatory are certainly making the connection after a recent study.

Jun 18, 2014 10:52 AM EDT

Satellite Data Gives Scientists New Look at Underground Water Sources

There may be a new way to monitor underground water sources. Scientists have managed to find a way to use satellites to accurately measure levels of water stored hundreds of feet below ground.

Jun 17, 2014 10:27 AM EDT

Chemical Pollution in Freshwater Sources is Far Stronger Than Originally Thought

Researchers have found that toxic chemicals, which were once thought to be more of a local problem affecting only a few bodies of water, are actually more of a large scale ecological risk that affect several thousands of European aquatic systems.

Jun 17, 2014 09:56 AM EDT

Solar Photons Drive Water from the Sunlit Side of Earth's Moon

Scientists have found that solar photons may actually drive water off of the moon, which means that researchers are unlikely to find water on the moon's sunlit side.

May 21, 2014 08:17 AM EDT

Super Waterproof Materials Cause Water to Bounce like a Ball on Hydrophobic Surfaces

Scientists have created a super-hydrophobic material that's so repellent, it causes water to almost act like a solid.

May 13, 2014 07:47 AM EDT

Mars' Canals May Have been Carved by Lava--Not Water

Scientists have announced that massive lava flows instead of water could have created the "canali" on Mars' equatorial region, revealing a bit more about the evolution of this planet.

May 02, 2014 10:46 AM EDT

Scientists Discover Missing Piece of Biogeochemical Puzzle in Deep Aquifers

Deep beneath the Earth's surface n aquifers, a complex dance of microbes and minerals takes place. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at these interactions, which can drastically impact groundwater quality.

Apr 25, 2014 08:54 AM EDT

Traces of Recent Water Discovered on Mars: Debris Flows on the Red Planet

As the Mars rover Curiosity continues its trek across the Red Planet, it continues to make new discoveries. It's already found evidence of liquid water in the ancient past--but what about water during a more recent time?

Mar 03, 2014 04:28 PM EST

Understanding the Best Ways to Conserve Water

A national survey conducted by researchers from Indiana University shows that many are confused about the best ways to conserve water.

Feb 24, 2014 08:45 PM EST

Water Could Slow the Movement of Bacteria Microbes in the Body

Although only less than one percent of bacteria are harmful, humans are still fall ill with bacterial infections fairly often. Additionally, some bacteria are helpful and participate in various bodily functions. A new study has shown how water can assist in helping bacteria in the body.

Feb 20, 2014 01:24 PM EST

Scientists Hope to Promote Water Conservation Through Block-Rate Budgets

Have you ever left the faucet running while brushing your teeth? Or left the shower on as you tended to another chore before hopping in? This increased water usage may cost you if a new price structure is enacted.

Feb 19, 2014 11:08 AM EST

Dangerous Fish: Asian Carp Posing Threat to Boaters in Mississippi River Waters

Originally appearing in the U.S. back in the 70s, the Asian Carp were used in fish farms in the south. Now, they're becoming a problem; the invasive, dangerous fish have now spread to the Great Lakes.