Biological Phenomena: News and Research on Extreme Weather

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Q&A: What does a heat wave mean for your lungs and health?

Charlottesville and much of central Virginia were under an extreme heat warning Tuesday, with temperatures predicted to stay in the 90s and upper 80s for the remainder of the week. The region is part of a much larger heat ...

Gender disparities in heat wave mortality in India

Are heat waves more deadly for women? This question initiated a study now published in "Significance Magazine" analyzing how extreme temperatures affect mortality differently for men and women, focusing on India.

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