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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.”
Ancient Climate Shifts Transformed Arabian Desert, Study Finds
At a Glance A new study reveals that the Arabian Desert, known today for its extreme dryness, was…
Study Highlights Nine Rivers and Lakes in the Americas That Defy Hydrological Rules
At a Glance Rivers and lakes usually follow predictable patterns: they flow downhill, join other waterways, and eventually…
New research reveals chemical secrets of Earth’s crust 4.5 billion years ago
The Eurasian and North American tectonic plates in Thingvellir National Park, Iceland. Nido Huebl/Shutterstock Simon Turner, Macquarie University…
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…