Integrated approaches are needed to understand and respond to changes in tropical mountain ecosystems and communities brought about by receding glaciers and changes in land use.
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Los retos de predecir las pequeñas, pero intensas, depresiones polares
Estas intensas tormentas marítimas suponen una amenaza para las comunidades costeras y las actividades económicas de las altas latitudes y puede que influencien el clima y la circulación oceánica.
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The Changing Climate’s Snowball Effect
Shrinking snowpack, thawing permafrost, and shifting precipitation patterns have widespread consequences. Can new technologies—and public policies—help communities adapt?
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How the Ski Industry Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love Climate Activism
A cultural shift is underway to transform outdoor buffs into stalwarts for climate action. Will it come soon enough to save their sport?
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The Challenges of Forecasting Small, But Mighty, Polar Lows
These intense maritime storms pose threats to high-latitude coastal communities and economic activities and may influence climate and ocean circulation.
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Ashlee Wilkins: A Space Scientist Goes to Washington
“Big-picture science questions” fuel science policy discussions.
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Rebecca Charbonneau: The Future of Scientific History
Historian finds the liberal arts support a deeper study of science.
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Ashley Lindalía Walker: Leading a Celebration of Black Scientists
Astronomer bridges academic and social media outreach.
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Navakanesh M Batmanathan: Customizing Hazard Outreach
Geologist contributes to community-focused outreach in Southeast Asia.
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Robin George Andrews: “The New York Times Volcano Guy”
Making the leap from science to journalism.