The first seismic data obtained directly from the Mid-Atlantic Ridge suggest that upwelling may contribute to seafloor spreading.
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Aerial Photographs Uncover Bogotá’s Indigenous Hydraulic System
Complex hydraulic systems built by the Muisca people helped define the vibrant urban wetlands of Colombia’s capital city.
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Auroral “Dunes” Light Up Earth’s Atmosphere
The auroral feature, first spotted by amateur astronomers in 2015, likely traces high-altitude atmospheric waves.
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Global Warming Could Rob Liquors of Their Flavor
A new study examines the impact of glacial extinction on biodiversity in alpine regions.
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Half of Earth’s Nitrogen May Be Homegrown
A new analysis of iron meteorites reveals a distinct isotopic signature that suggests nitrogen was present around early Earth.
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Development and Climate Change Contribute to a Himalayan Tragedy
Infrastructure projects like roads and dams destabilize slopes and compound the effects of glacial floods and avalanches, scientists say.
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Climate Change May Reduce Children’s Diet Diversity
Researchers synthesize climate and health data to statistically quantify the relationship between diet diversity and climate variables.
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The Surprising Source of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Changing the way emissions are tallied may help litigators focus on the worst climate offenders and shape mitigation.
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A Promising Forecast for Predictive Science
A new U.S. Geological Survey report outlines how emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary collaborations are expected to empower new tools for managing hazards and resources.
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Using Big Data to Measure Environmental Inclusivity in Cities
Lower-income urban communities bear the brunt of environmental burdens, even in wealthy green cities around the world.