CSHL Associate Professors Justin Kinney and David McCandlish have developed a unified theory for mathematical parameters known as gauge freedoms. Their new formulas will allow scientists to interpret research results much faster and with greater confidence. The development could prove fundamental for future efforts in agriculture, drug discovery, and beyond.

Across the western U.S., wildfires are becoming larger and more severe — and even trees that initially survive are dying in subsequent years, making it harder for forests to regenerate, according to new research from Portland State University.

Researchers from Aarhus University have developed MARTINIS – a portable, low-cost, automatic lab that monitors soil chemistry in real time using planar optodes. The system can track oxygen and pH levels in situ without disturbing the soil. It enables detailed analysis of soil dynamics, supports climate research, and may inform sustainable farming practices. The open-source technology has been field-tested and is now being further developed for broader application.