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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.”
Will surging sea levels kill the Great Barrier Reef? Ancient coral fossils may hold the answer
marcobriviophoto.com Jody Webster, University of Sydney; Juan Carlos Braga, Universidad de Granada; Marc Humblet, Nagoya University; Stewart Fallon,…
How Forests Can Save Us—If We Let Them
Forest restoration strategies—from doing nothing to strategic replanting—are being tested to find the most effective path for climate resilience and carbon recovery.
Why Indonesia’s Tri-Colored Lakes Keep Changing
Indonesia’s Kelimutu volcano hosts three crater lakes that change colors due to shifting volcanic gases, mineral content, and rainfall-driven chemical reactions.
Plant-Based Extracts Show Promise in Removing Microplastics from Water, Study Finds
Natural extracts from okra and fenugreek effectively trap and remove microplastics from water, offering a safer, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic treatment methods.
Researchers Find Evidence of Core-Mantle Interaction in Hawaii’s Volcanic Rocks
Scientists have detected core-derived ruthenium in Hawaiian lava, revealing that Earth’s core may leak precious metals into the mantle and up to the surface.
Earth is heading for 2.7°C warming this century. We may avoid the worst climate scenarios – but the outlook is still dire
Aliraza Khatri’s Photography/Getty Sven Teske, University of Technology Sydney Is climate action a lost cause? The United States…
Antarctica’s Volcanic Threat: What Melting Ice Could Awaken
Melting ice in Antarctica may awaken long-dormant volcanoes, creating a feedback loop that accelerates worldwide ice loss and sea level rise.
Whatever Happened to Acid Rain? The 1980s Crisis We Actually Solved
Acid rain has not disappeared—it declined because of coordinated action, offering a rare environmental success story that still needs vigilance to maintain.
Liana Overgrowth Threatens Tropical Forests, Reducing Carbon Storage and Biodiversity
Woody vines called lianas are rapidly overtaking tropical forests, reducing biodiversity and slashing carbon storage by up to 95%.
Research Reveals Puff Adders’ Role in Eco-Friendly Rodent Management for Farmers
Puff adders can boost their food intake over 12-fold during rodent outbreaks, making them highly effective natural pest controllers for African farmers.