Researchers investigate the impact of vegetation on erosion.
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Miners Left a Pollution Trail in the Great Lakes 6000 Years Ago
Scientists find evidence of ancient copper mining in polluted lake sediments from Isle Royale National Park.
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Robot Explores Under-Ice Habitats in the Arctic
The Nereid Under Ice vehicle is helping scientists to explore regions under Arctic sea ice and the biological phenomena that are present there.
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Geoscientists Are Key to Reducing Climate Threats, Expert Says
With the world facing a global environmental crisis, Earth scientists can play an important and unique role, according to Earth Institute Director Jeffrey Sachs.
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Arctic Report Card Emphasizes Continued Dramatic Change to the Region
The Arctic region continues to face significant environmental changes, according to a new report issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Traces of Glass-Eating Microbes Found in Ancient Lake Bed
A serendipitous discovery of tiny tunnels in lava that cooled rapidly under fresh water could help scientists search for life on Mars.
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Does War Influence Forest Growth?
Research focused in South Sudan shows that armed conflict can have a subtle effect on regional ecology.
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Holidays Really Do Light Up the Night
NASA and NOAA images reveal brighter than average December lights in the United States, brighter Ramadan nights in the Middle East.
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Satellites Show True Extent of California Drought
Since 2011, California’s water supply has lost 4 trillion gallons per year and the Sierra Nevada snowpack has hit record lows.
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High Smog Levels Seen in Mecca During the Annual Pilgrimage
Surveys of air quality show that smog and other pollutants in Islam’s holiest city during the Hajj are among the worst in the world, prompting the Saudi government to look for ways to clear the air.