The government, researchers and companies are combining forces to build a miniature tropical rainforest in Kalimantan, hoping it will serve as a blueprint for the reforestation of barren lands in the ...

CHICAGO—October 1, 2024—A team led by Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) Professor Matthew Spenko has returned from the Amazon after competing in the finals of the prestigious XPRIZE ...

The Amazon’s “tipping point” refers to the transition of the rainforest into a drier, savanna ecosystem. The rainforest’s ecological balance depends on the transport and recycling of moisture, but ...

From virtual rainforest tours to hands-on dioramas, educators are finding creative ways to immerse students in the wonders of the rainforest. These activities not only teach about biodiversity and ...