How To Survive The Anthropocene
A new collection of essays curated by environmentalist James Lovelock aims to help people better understand the earth.
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Ancient Migrations, Summer Sea Ice, and Archaeological Algorithms
Homo sapiens worldwide may have descended from a single migration event out of Africa more than 50,000 years ago.
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A Glimpse Before It’s Gone
Why tourists traveling to threatened places may be making the problem worse.
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The Fog and the Redwood
The redwood trees lining northern California’s coastline depend on fog as a seasonal water source.
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Is a Seaweed Boom a Boon?
Why more seaweed production could be good for the ocean and people—if done right.
The Sands Of Earth, And Beyond
Gary Greenberg uses 3D microscopes to inspect the diversity of sand grains.
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As the Climate Warms, What Toll Will Heatwaves Take?
With an eye on New York City, an epidemiologist looks at how many deaths extreme heat could cause, and how we can prevent them.
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There’s An App For That: Detecting Earthquakes
Researchers developed an app that taps into the accelerometer in a smartphone to detect earthquakes.
Finding a Sanctuary in Science
Geobiologist Hope Jahren’s memoir, “Lab Girl,” is meant not only to describe her connection to science, but to make science relatable to the public.
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What Is the Future of Coral Reefs in Warming Ocean Waters?
Ninety-three percent of Great Barrier Reef corals have been affected by a recent bleaching event.