Wildfire management often ends when the flames are contained, but for watersheds, the crisis has only begun. Burned landscapes undergo rapid hydrologic transformation, where the loss of vegetation, destabilized soils,…
This summer, New York City faced one of its largest outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease in recent years. More than a hundred residents were diagnosed, and several lives were lost. While…
Chicagoans know all too well what a sudden storm can bring: flooded basements, impassable streets, and homes underwater. Just recently, heavy rains swept through the city, damaging thousands of properties…
For decades, PFAS—short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—have haunted the modern world. Found in everything from waterproof jackets to nonstick pans, these “forever chemicals” earned their nickname because they resist…
Nasal irrigation has become a common practice for managing allergies, sinus infections, and nasal congestion. While generally considered safe, this practice carries risks when proper hygiene and water quality are…
Water scarcity is a growing global challenge. As demand rises and water sources come under pressure, industries, agriculture, and communities are seeking smarter ways to use and reuse this vital…
Researchers at Northwestern University, funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation, have developed a reusable nanocomposite sponge capable of absorbing and releasing valuable minerals from stormwater runoff. This innovative sponge…
As technology continues to advance, so do the tactics of cyber criminals. One of the latest targets for these malicious actors is the water systems in the United States. With…