Category: Earth
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Think That Volcano Is Asleep? Think Again: Explosive Secrets Unveiled
Researchers have studied the Ciomadul volcano to understand how long-dormant volcanoes can suddenly erupt. Their findings on the chemical and mineral composition of the magma provide valuable insights into volcanic reactivation and eruption forecasting, highlighting the potential dangers of inactive volcanoes. Credit: SciTechDaily.com Even in a quiet dormant phase, a volcano can rapidly become active…
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The World Can Now Breathe Easier
By Washington University in St. Louis December 17, 2023 New research examines the health risks of PM2.5 and global reduction efforts. It highlights a study showing a decrease in global PM2.5 exposure since 2011, mainly due to China’s efforts. The article underscores the health benefits of reduced exposure and the necessity for continued monitoring and…
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Scientists Have Discovered New Air Pollution Sources Using “Roving Sentinels”
A pioneering study by University of Utah and EDF utilized Google Street View cars for detailed air quality monitoring in Salt Lake Valley. Revealing hyper-local pollution hotspots and highlighting environmental justice issues, the research marks a significant advancement in understanding and addressing urban air pollution’s uneven impact. In the Salt Lake Valley, cars equipped with…
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What Did COP28 Accomplish for the Climate?
For many years, there has been broad consensus and agreement among the vast majority of scientists and experts that burning fossil fuels have been the primary contributor to global climate change, which is already causing problems for humanity. Since those problems are only expected to get worse as the climate continues to warm, there have…
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Innovation at High Temperatures: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Advanced Materials
The Department of Defense (DoD) recently awarded a $6.25 million research grant to a collaborative research team from Arizona State University (ASU) and the University of Virginia (UVA) to investigate if Earth- and space-based rocks and minerals can potentially be used to develop future high-temperature materials. The project is being led by Dr. Elizabeth J.…
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In Bermuda’s Waters, a Disturbing Climate Pattern Emerges Over 40 Years
Over 40 years, the Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study has documented significant warming, increased salinity, reduced oxygen, and higher acidity in the North Atlantic Ocean, highlighting the critical changes occurring in global marine environments. Data spanning 40 years shows changes in the subtropical North Atlantic Ocean near the island of Bermuda, including warming by 1°C. Oceans…
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NASA Identifies 17 Exoplanets with Potential for Life-Supporting Oceans
A recent study published in The Astrophysical Journal and presented at this week’s American Geophysical Union Annual Meeting 2023 examines how 17 exoplanets could harbor interior oceans of liquid water, and possibly even geysers, much like two moons within our solar system, Europa and Enceladus. This study was conducted by a team of researchers across…
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The Superhot Energy Source That Could Change Everything
Research at the Geothermal Rising Conference highlighted the potential of superhot rock geothermal energy, exploring innovative drilling technologies and the feasibility of harnessing energy from miles beneath the Earth’s surface. Credit: SciTechDaily.com Renewable resource has potential to revolutionize our energy system. In an indication of growing interest in the holy grail of geothermal energy—tapping into…
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From Roaring Category-4 to Queensland’s Doorstep
Satellite image of Tropical Cyclone Jasper captured on December 12, 2023, by Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer on NASA’s Aqua satellite. The first storm of the Australian tropical cyclone season aimed for Port Douglas. The 2023 tropical cyclone season in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific oceans has come to a close, but in the southern hemisphere…
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Jezero Crater’s Ancient Lake: Perseverance Rover’s Exploration and Geological Insights
Recent discoveries made at this week’s American Geophysical Union (AGU) Annual Meeting 2023 in San Francisco reveal new details from NASA’s Perseverance rover regarding the samples it has been collecting while exploring Jezero Crater on Mars. In these samples, researchers have identified phosphate and fine-grained silica, which are known for being linked with life as…