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Depopulation in Japan’s countryside shows biodiversity declines even when people leave, urging smarter land use to protect ...

In a world that often demands specialisation, Megha Sooriyaarachchi stands out as a beacon of versatility and determination.

Dr. Harindu Wijesinghe is a medical specialist in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, as well as in Sports Medicine. He ...

Biocontrol is often cheaper than applying agrochemicals, especially if the introduced “natural enemy” can thrive without ...

Two Chinese researchers are accused of trying to smuggle in the fungus, which causes Fusarium head blight that can wipe out ...

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