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From the skies above to the ocean depths and all the land in between, we publish the latest in meteorological research on the most pressing issues surrounding climate change. The Earth is a wonderful place; so much has been studied yet so much remains unknown. Modern Sciences showcases the latest in news and featured pieces about the little blue dot in the universe that we call “home.”
What To Look For In 4-Billion-Year-Old Rock
Ultra-durable crystals called zircons, found in ancient rocks, preserve chemical clues that date back over 4 billion years—revealing…
The True HIstory of Earth’s Continents
A new plate tectonic model spans 1.8 billion years, reconstructing ancient supercontinents like Rodinia and Nuna with tools…
Global Warming Causes Significant Loss in Earth’s Water Storage, Study Finds
At a Glance A recent study reveals that global warming has significantly reduced the amount of water stored…
Researchers Observe Unprecedented ‘Dripping’ of Earth’s Crust Beneath US Midwest
At a Glance Scientists have made a surprising discovery beneath the North American continent: large chunks of the…
Study Reveals Ancient Roman Brain Preserved in Glass After Mount Vesuvius Eruption
At a Glance A new study has revealed an extraordinary discovery: the brain of a man who died…
Study Reveals Los Chocoyos Supereruption Did Not Trigger Ice Age
At a Glance An international team of scientists has uncovered new evidence about the global impact of the…
What’s so special about Ukraine’s minerals? A geologist explains
Hard rock spodumene ore, a commercially important source of lithium. BJP7images/Shutterstock Munira Raji, University of Plymouth Ukraine’s minerals…
What’s Hiding Under the Surface of the Earth
Scientists have discovered vast, dense zones deep in Earth’s mantle called Large Low-Velocity Provinces (LLVPs). These zones appear…
First wind, then rain. Next come the mozzies – here’s how to reduce your risk of bites and infections
Cameron Webb, University of Sydney While some parts of southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales are still…
How are scientists tracking Cyclone Alfred?
Sanjeev Kumar Srivastava, University of the Sunshine Coast Tropical Cyclone Alfred is now expected to make landfall early…