Giant Sand Worms Roamed the Ocean Floor 20 Million Years Ago
Trace fossil reveals more about this ancient creature's behavior
earth science
Scientists Discover the Secret of Galápagos' Rich Ecosystem
Scientists use a realistic, high-resolution computer model to study the regional ocean circulation around the Galápagos Islands
Upper Ocean Temperatures Hit Record High in 2020
New study reports the highest ocean temperatures since 1955 from surface level to a depth of 2,000 meters
New Analysis Highlights Importance of Groundwater Discharge into Oceans
A global assessment of the impact of groundwater on ocean chemistry is important for understanding the weathering of rocks and its effects on climate
Fire-Resistant Tropical Forest on Brink of Disappearance
Research on Indonesia shows effect of human modification
Scientists Develop Model to Better Determine Human Impact on Environment
Some human activities lead to water stress, ecological environment damage, including groundwater lateral flow, and the movement of frost and thaw fronts
Toxic Pollutants Can Impact Wildlife Disease Spread
Scientists built a mathematical model to explore how toxic substances affect wildlife health and mobility
Newly Discovered Greenland Plume Drives Thermal Activities in the Arctic
Recent findings provide researchers with a better knowledge of the melting of the Greenland ice sheet
Satellite Images Confirm Uneven Impact of Climate Change
University of Copenhagen researchers have been following vegetation trends across the planet's driest areas using satellite imagery from recent decades
CMIP6 Adds More Value in Simulating Extreme Temperatures in China
A recent study shows that compared to CMIP5 models, CMIP6 offers improved ways of simulating extreme temperatures in China