Dangerous concentrations of algae such as "red tides" have been consistently emerging in locations around the world. A region in Southern Australia is experiencing a nine-month toxic algae bloom that ...

New studies show how algae grows on ice and snow, creating “dark zones” that exacerbate melting in the consequential region. By Sachi Kitajima Mulkey On snow it’s green or red. On ice it’s a brownish ...

Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Biology have discovered a remarkably streamlined strategy for developmental control in brown algae. They have shown that a single ARGONAUTE (AGO) protein ...

Health officials are warning of a toxin-producing algae bloom in Florida's Caloosahatchee River. The specific cyanotoxin identified, microcystin, is a potent liver toxin and possible human carcinogen.

A potentially toxic bloom of blue-green algae has been spotted in Lake Monroe, in Volusia County, and health officials are warning people to stay out of the water. The algae was seen in the center of ...

Health officials in Lee County are warning of a toxic cyanobacteria bloom in Cape Coral's Gator Slough canal. Residents are advised to avoid all contact with the water, including swimming, wading, or ...

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Algae oil is far less known than olive oil — the famously healthy Mediterranean diet star — but it’s getting increased attention for its own health benefits, taste and versatility. The cooking oil has ...

A 2024 satellite photo shows an unusually active bloom of toxic cyanobacteria swirling in the water of Nevada's Pyramid Lake. Research suggests that the algae has been blooming there for at least ...

Algae holds great promise. Whether it’s macroalgae (think seaweed found on beaches) or microalgae (such as spirulina from freshwater ponds), these plant-like organisms are abundant, nutritious and ...

PROTECT GREEN LAKE. DURING THE SUMMER. GREEN LAKE CAN BE ONE OF WISCONSIN’S MOST POPULAR DESTINATIONS, DRAWING MORE THAN 2.2 MILLION VISITORS THIS YEAR. BUT LAST MONTH, THE LAKE’S HEALTH CALLED INTO ...