Day: January 24, 2026

Jan 24
QUB Research: Chytridiomycosis Impact on Amphibian Extinction in Tropical vs. Colder Climates

The global amphibian extinction crisis, driven largely by the fungal disease Chytridiomycosis, is not a uniform catastrophe. New research from Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) reveals a critical divergence in how this pathogen affects tropical and colder climates, offering a more nuanced understanding of wildlife conservation challenges. Understanding the Chytridiomycosis Disease and Its Global Impact Chytridiomycosis, […]

Jan 24
QUB Researcher Identifies New Seagrass Meadow in Strangford Lough

The discovery of a previously unrecorded seagrass meadow in Strangford Lough by a Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) researcher underscores the critical role of advanced data analysis in marine conservation. This finding, made by PhD student Rebekah Bajkó, highlights the importance of these underwater habitats in the fight against climate change and offers a model for […]