Human Guinea Pigs Still Under the Microscope
The Bush administration seems poised to accept the testing of potentially toxic pesticides on human subjects -- a practice that has raised ethical concerns.
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Wild vs. Hatchery Issue Clouds Salmon's Fate
A federal judge in Oregon told the National Marine Fisheries Service on Sept. 10, 2001, to either define a genetic difference between wild and hatchery fish or reconsider protecting the wild fish under the Endangered Species Act.
Regulatory Rollback: New Mining Rule Challenged
The fight over new mining regulations has hit the courtroom.
New Wetlands Guidelines Draw Fire
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers adopted new internal guidelines on Oct. 31, 2001, to standardize management of wetlands mitigation projects.
Common Chemical Affects Auto Mechanics
Automotive technicians can suffer long-lasting nerve damage after occupational exposures to n-Hexane.
Snowmobile Issue Heats Up In Parks
It's the latest second-hand smoke issue: motorized vs. nonmotorized winter sports.
Bike Sharing Programs Widespread
Bike sharing programs are becoming an increasingly popular way to provide affordable transportation that requires less energy, while boosting various sectors of the economy.
Wealth of Environmental Science at AAAS Meeting
The annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), Feb. 12-16, 2009, offers at least 67 sessions devoted directly to one aspect or another of the environment beat.
Feds Find Big Flaws in Current Flood Maps
Flood maps for riparian areas and coastal zones are in need of significant improvement, according to a new National Academies report. The benefits of implementing the improvements would substantially outweigh the costs.
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