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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.”
Toxic alligators serve as a warning for southeastern US ecosystems
New research reveals that the place an alligator lives determines its toxic mercury load, with some populations carrying levels eight times higher than others.
Critical minerals don’t belong in landfills – microwave tech offers a cleaner way to reclaim them from e-waste
Broken electronics still contain valuable critical minerals. Beeldbewerking/iStock/Getty Images Plus Terence Musho, West Virginia University When the computer…
In scientific first, researchers accidentally detect toxic industrial pollutant in Oklahoma air
In a scientific first, researchers have accidentally performed the first real-time atmospheric measurements of a persistent and toxic industrial pollutant in the United States.
Ancient Maritime Network Uncovered in the Philippines: Evidence of 35,000-Year-Old Human Migration
New evidence from Mindoro reveals that early humans in the Philippines were expert seafarers over 35,000 years ago, linking distant island cultures through oceanic travel.
Fishing Practices Linked to 800-Kilometer Shift in Herring Spawning Grounds
A study reveals that overfishing of older herring has disrupted generational knowledge, causing Norwegian herring to shift their migration route by 800 kilometers north.
The Ancient Red Panda Found in Tennessee
A fossil-rich sinkhole in Tennessee preserved a 5-million-year-old red panda relative, revealing unexpected migration links between North America and Eurasia.
How a Billion-Year-Old Rock Preserved Earth’s Earliest Life
A billion-year-old rock called Franklin Marble preserves evidence of ancient microbial life and reveals how tectonic forces transformed seafloor sediments into part of the Appalachian Mountains.
Why are sunsets so pretty in winter? There’s a simple explanation
nelo2309/Shutterstock Chloe Wilkins, University of Newcastle If you live in the southern hemisphere and have been stopped in…
Satellite Data Confirms Seismic Signals Linked to Giant Waves in Greenland Fjord
Satellite data has confirmed that mysterious global seismic signals were caused by seiche waves from landslide-triggered tsunamis in a Greenland fjord, linking surface water motion to deep-Earth vibrations for the first time.
New Study Reveals Monsoon Rainfall’s Surprising ‘Memory’ Could Predict Climate Shifts
A new study shows monsoon rainfall behaves like a switch with “memory,” where accumulated moisture triggers abrupt seasonal transitions—offering new clues for predicting climate shifts and extreme weather.