Tag: Environmental Science

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 worms crawl away from the safety of the soil when...

Protecting Climate Data: Scientists Prepare for Battle Against Trump AdministrationAs the political landscape shifts once again, scientists across the country are bracing themselves for a potential showdown with the Trump administration over the preservation...

Wildfire Smoke Exposure Linked to Higher Dementia RiskIn a groundbreaking study published in the scientific journal JAMA Neurology, researchers have uncovered a troubling connection between exposure to wildfire smoke and an increased risk of...

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 by 2100, a new study finds. Climate change is causing...

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 and wildfires are often a common occurrence. However, a surprising...

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 our planet. Scientists are sounding the alarm, warning that the...

Crimea's 'Putrid Sea' from Space: A Colorful Spectacle with a Stinky SecretIn a striking satellite image captured by Landsat 8 nearly a decade ago, the Sivash region in the northern Crimean Peninsula reveals a...