Heat waves are making pregnancy more dangerous and exacerbating existing maternal health disparities.
Climate Change
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The JOIDES Resolution Embarks on Its Final Expedition
On the ship’s last cruise, scientists will collect data to help predict future effects of climate change.
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Malaria Transmission in Africa Shifts with the Climate—and Hydrology
Rainfall data alone can’t predict where malaria may pop up. Factoring in hydrological processes helps researchers paint a more nuanced picture of transmission.
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How Soil Symbionts Could Unlock Climate-Smart Agriculture
By tracing the evolutionary history of beneficial soil microbes, scientists hope to unearth a sustainable solution for producing food to feed a growing global population.
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Dust Declines in Parts of Asia May Be Caused by the Warming Arctic
Rising Arctic temperatures have changed both wind patterns and precipitation in areas that carry dust to West and South Asia, but the change may not be permanent.
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The Moana Project Braids Tradition and Science for a More Sustainable Ocean
Scientists and Māori communities in Aotearoa New Zealand are gathering knowledge on marine conditions and ecosystems to protect livelihoods and help ensure a sustainable future for the blue economy.
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Cerrando la brecha entre las geociencias y la seguridad nacional
La comunidad de geociencias y las agencias de seguridad nacional necesitan una comunicación efectiva y bidireccional para intercambiar información.
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2024 Could Be Among Most Active Hurricane Seasons Ever
A new NOAA report predicts an extraordinarily active Atlantic hurricane season spurred by record ocean temperatures and a shift to La Niña conditions.