Human immune cells are under constant evolutionary pressure, primarily through their role as first line of defence against pathogens. Most studies on immune adaptation are, however, based on ...

An assessment of the global progress in climate change adaptation is urgently needed. Despite a rising awareness that adaptation should involve diverse societal actors and a shared sense of ...

As global temperatures rise, many species are scrambling to adapt—or risk extinction. Scientists refer to these animals as "species on the move," but new research suggests the scientific community may ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. A climate technology advisor, investor and educator. For years we rarely talked about adaptation because it would constitute ...

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Anna's Hummingbird is one of many species shifting its range north and its breeding earlier in the year. (Photo credit: Will Sweet) As global temperatures rise, many species are scrambling to adapt–or ...