New research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) reduces uncertainty in future climate change linked to the stratosphere, with important implications for life on Earth.
Pandemic Drop in Air Pollution Boosted Himalayan Snowpack, Study Finds
A drop in air pollution in India at the height of the coronavirus pandemic slowed the melting of snow in the Himalayas, a new study finds.
Unsafe feeding methods spiked during infant formula shortage
A survey finds nearly half of parents who rely on formula for their babies resorted to potentially harmful feeding methods during the infant formula shortage.
Newly discovered Jurassic fossils in Texas
Scientists have filled a major gap in the state's fossil record -- describing the first known Jurassic vertebrate fossils in Texas. The weathered bone fragments are from the limbs and backbone of a plesiosaur, an extinct marine reptile.
Emulating how krill swim to build a robotic platform for ocean navigation
Researchers have presented important first steps in building underwater navigation robots.
As the Sea Rises, Will a Prized National Seashore Wash Away?
On a recent spring morning, Dave Hallac probably should have been at his desk in the regional offices of the National Park Service in Manteo, North Carolina, reading mail and going over budgets.
Providing a Vision for ‘Wet Farming’ on Peatlands
A new partnership involving the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) will provide a blueprint for sustainable farming on UK peatlands.
Humans’ ancestors survived the asteroid impact that killed the dinosaurs
A Cretaceous origin for placental mammals, the group that includes humans, dogs and bats, has been revealed by in-depth analysis of the fossil record, showing they co-existed with dinosaurs for a short time before the dinosaurs went extinct.
Orangutans can make two sounds at the same time, similar to human beatboxing, study finds
Orangutans can make two separate sounds simultaneously, much like songbirds or human beatboxers, according to a new study.
Arctic Expedition: Arrival of an Atmospheric River
”The spring has finally arrived,” announced Michael Tjernström, Professor at Stockholm University and Chief Scientist of ARTofMELT2023 to the expedition participants during the routine breakfast meeting at 08.30 UTC on June 10th. Excitement mixed with relief filled the room.