Journalism – Page 8 – Doug Struck

August 8, 2017 Doug Struck • Christian Science Monitor

Burning river reborn: How Cleveland saved the Cuyahoga – and itself

Many Americans remember the Cuyahoga as the river that ignited the environmental movement with a photo of flaming waters. But to Cleveland residents the story is more personal. Continue reading

June 29, 2017 Doug Struck • STATnews

The Hunt for New Enzymes

Bioprospecting for new enzymes that could be useful in applications from cancer research to laundry detergent has boomed. Scientists in the labs and in the field are trying to unlock the mysteries of these enzymes. Continue reading

June 16, 2017 Doug Struck • Christian Science Monitor

Volunteers Stay After the Wildfires Cool

The forest fire that claimed 14 lives in the folds of the Great Smoky Mountains near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, are out, but the work done by volunteers continues. Continue reading

June 7, 2017 Doug Struck • Christian Science Monitor

Maine’s most mysterious catch

Catching elvers used to be a quirky pastime in Maine, until the prices shot past $1,300 a pound. Now it's serious business, and maybe serious crime. Continue reading

November 11, 2016 Doug Struck • PRX Radio

Radio: Costa Rican coffee growers make greener, sweeter cup

Farmers are embracing a method called "honey drying" which cuts the pollution of nutrient-overloaded water going into streams and rivers, and delivers a unique cup of coffee. Continue reading

September 2, 2016 Doug Struck • NationalGeographic.com

Reef Fish Listen for Faint Sound of Home

How do the floating larvae of reef species find a home? They can listen, but the sounds are far off. Continue reading