Scientific societies in the United Kingdom and Europe strive to raise awareness among decision makers about geology's relevance to key societal challenges.
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Reality Check: Seismic Hazard Models You Can Trust
Probabilistic hazard assessments, even the most recent models, routinely underestimate earthquake effects. A neodeterministic approach comes closer to observed data.
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G-Cubed: Building on 15 Years of Publishing Process–Level Science
The new G–Cubed editorial team welcomes submissions of articles, suggestions for new themes, and other feedback.
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Tailpipe Study: Newer Trucks Emit More Black Carbon
A surprising increase is reported in Europe regarding the global warming agent as tougher emissions standards are unveiled in the United States for trucks.
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How Did the Moon Get Its Shape?
Scientists find a solution to a 200-year-old problem: syncing the prominent bulges on the Moon with our natural satellite's origins.
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Amazon Rain Forest Nourished by African Dust
New satellite data highlight the important role African dust plays in maintaining the rain forest's long-term health.
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Pope Calls for Action on Climate Change, Environmental Degradation
Papal encyclical urges strong efforts to protect the environment and the world's poor.
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Improving Predictions of Arctic Sea Ice Extent
Scientists in the Sea Ice Prediction Network share and discuss their user-oriented forecasts of seasonal sea ice in a changing Arctic.
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Connecticut-Sized Dead Zone Expected in Gulf of Mexico
An ensemble of four computer models evaluated river runoff, wind patterns, and other factors affecting the extent of oxygen-poor waters near the Mississippi River's mouth.
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White House Focuses on Drought and Wildfire Threats
Funding for water and land management, crop insurance relief, and jobs aims to lessen drought impacts and improve protection from wildfires.