Geography, a discipline combining geosciences and social sciences, is becoming more demographically diverse overall. But physical geography is lagging behind and needs to catch up.
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Bridging Gaps Between the Geosciences and National Security
The geoscience community and national security agencies need effective, two-way communication to exchange information.
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How Dangerous Is Mexico’s Popocatépetl? It Depends on Who You Ask
The stratovolcano in central Mexico presents a rich case study of risk perception, science communication, and preparedness surrounding natural hazards.
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Trump, Haley Tell Voters: Economic Prosperity Requires Fossil Fuels
Both Republican front-runners promise a better economy via oil and gas production.
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Crafting Clean Water in the Navajo Nation
A collaboration between researchers and a Navajo Nation potter has yielded an effective and culturally appropriate water treatment device.
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The Climate Crisis Briefly Crashes the New Hampshire GOP Primary
Republican candidates repeated earlier promises to expand domestic fossil fuel production and fight programs that promote race- and gender-based equity in schools.
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River Damming: How it Harms Fish and What Can Be Done
The severe impacts of river damming on fish habitats have aroused widespread attention, prompting major conservation measures to help mitigate these negative effects.
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El costo oculto de la Academia
Muchos académicos se sienten abrumados por la sobrecarga de trabajo, el cambio está en marcha a medida que los científicos se esfuerzan por cambiar la cultura de la educación superior.
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Tales and Textiles Can Communicate the Science of Planets
Artists are working with a scientist and a writer to boost public understanding of the science of planetary interiors.
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Candidates Commit to Fossil Fuels at Iowa’s Republican Debate
On the debate stage and at a separate town hall, DeSantis, Haley, and Trump downplayed climate change in favor of energy independence.