The Great Resurrection: Can Science Save the American Elm from Extinction?
In a remote, 28-acre grove in southern Vermont, a quiet, high-stakes battle is being waged against one of the most destructive botanical plagues in North American history. Gus Goodwin, director of science and technology advancement for The Nature…
The Resurrection of a Cathedral: Can Science Save the American Elm from Extinction?
For over a century, the American elm (Ulmus americana) has been a ghost in its own landscape. Once the defining silhouette of American town squares, river valleys, and the grand avenues of the Northeast, the species was decimated by the arrival of Dutch…
The Science, History, and Care of Curly-Coated Canine Breeds: An In-Depth Analysis of Unique Ear Morphology and Grooming Requirements
The domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) exhibits some of the most diverse morphological variations of any mammalian species. Among these traits, coat texture and ear structure stand out as primary defining characteristics of specific breeds. Dogs with…
