Tag: Environmental Science
Scientists Predict 2025 to be Among Top Three Warmest Years on Record
Scientists Predict 2025 to be Among Top Three Warmest Years on RecordIt is not even Christmas yet: trees are still being decorated, turkeys are...
The Changing Arctic: A Look at the Rapid Transformation Over 20 Years
The Arctic: A Rapidly Changing LandscapeThe Arctic region is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with rising temperatures, increased precipitation, thawing permafrost, and melting ice pushing...
Thriving Extreme Life in Earth’s Acidic and Alkaline Lakes: A Challenge and Opportunity for...
Thriving Life in Earth's Acidic and Alkaline LakesIn the heart of Indonesia, nestled in a volcanic crater over 7,700 feet above sea level, lies...
Climate Change: Why ‘Tipping Point’ Terminology Fails to Drive Action
Climate Change: Why 'Tipping Point' Terminology Fails to Drive ActionIn a world grappling with the looming threat of climate change, the concept of "tipping...
Why do earthworms surface during rainy weather?
Why Do Earthworms Surface During Rainy Weather?On a rainy day, you'll often see lots of earthworms on sidewalks and roads. But what makes the...
Protecting Climate Data: Scientists’ Battle Against Trump Administration
Protecting Climate Data: Scientists Prepare for Battle Against Trump AdministrationAs the political landscape shifts once again, scientists across the country are bracing themselves for...
Connection Between Wildfire Smoke Exposure and Higher Dementia Risk
Wildfire Smoke Exposure Linked to Higher Dementia RiskIn a groundbreaking study published in the scientific journal JAMA Neurology, researchers have uncovered a troubling connection...
One-Third of Earth’s Species at Risk of Extinction by 2100: Urgent Action Needed
One-Third of Earth's Species at Risk of Extinction by 2100: Urgent Action NeededAlmost a third of Earth's species could be at risk of extinction...
Understanding the Unique Characteristics of Eastern U.S. Droughts: A Comparison to the West
Understanding the Unique Characteristics of Eastern U.S. Droughts: A Comparison to the WestDrought is typically associated with the western United States, where arid conditions...
Arctic Ice-Free Predicted Within Years: What Does This Mean?
Arctic Ice-Free Predicted Within Years: What Does This Mean?The Arctic is on the brink of a monumental shift that could have far-reaching consequences for...