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What if Climate Change Predictions Don’t Come True?

Scientists do not publish their predictions to prove them right but to encourage us to take action to prove them wrong.

May 2

What if Climate Change Predictions Don’t Come True?

May 2

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Fossils et al.

How a 380 Million Years Old Fossil Is Shaking Up Our Understanding of Evolution

A recent discovery reveals that the secret to understanding evolution may be hidden in the unexpected movements of Earth itself.

Oct 2

Illustration of an ancient coelacanth fossil embedded in sedimentary rock, set in a naturalistic scene reminiscent of a prehistoric underwater environment. The fossil displays intricate bony features and robust fins. Surrounding the fossil are hints of ancient reef life, including coral formations, shells, and outlines of other marine fossils, providing a glimpse into the ancient ecosystem where this fish once lived

Oct 2

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Fossils et al.

Ancient Swimming Techniques Meet Modern Robotics in Plesiosaur Study

How bio-inspired technology reveals the swimming techniques of prehistoric marine giants

1d ago

An underwater research scene showing a robotic model of a plesiosaur swimming with four flipper-like limbs in a scientific tank. The robot features smooth, metallic surfaces and sensors on each flipper, mimicking bio-inspired movement. Soft lighting illuminates the robot’s coordinated motion, while scientific equipment and monitoring devices are visible in the background, emphasizing a modern research setting that bridges technology and ancient marine life

1d ago

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The Environment

The Sahara’s Green Transformation Could Shift the Climate Worldwide

How the Sahara’s Green Past Shaped Climates Across Continents

6d ago

Satellite image of North Africa showcasing the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert, bordered by the lush, green vegetation of the Sahel region to the south. The Nile River and its delta are visible to the east, along with the Red Sea. The Mediterranean Sea lies to the north, separating the African continent from Europe. The stark contrast between the arid desert landscape and the surrounding regions highlights the Sahara’s dramatic impact on the geography and climate of Northern Africa.

6d ago

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STEM Parenting

Do U.S. Parents Underestimate the Power of Guided Play?

Where Fun Meets Learning in Every Parent’s Day

Oct 31

A parent and a child playing with blocks

Oct 31

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Fossils et al.

How Earth’s Early Atmosphere Cooked Up the Ingredients for Life

From simple gases to complex organics: A story of Earth’s first atmosphere

Oct 30

A digital illustration of ancient Earth’s early atmosphere, showing a rugged, primordial landscape with volcanic activity beneath a dense, hazy sky filled with clouds of hydrogen and methane gases. UV rays from the young Sun penetrate the thick atmosphere, casting a dramatic light over a vast ocean, symbolizing a ‘prebiotic soup’ rich in organic compounds essential for early life. The scene evokes the hostile yet life-enabling environment of early Earth

Oct 30

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The Environment

Will Atmospheric Rivers Sink California’s Shores?

Future Atmospheric Rivers May Pose a Rising Threat to Coastal Communities Along the US West Coast

Oct 25

The image shows an aerial view of severe flooding in a residential area, with a river overflowing its banks, inundating streets and homes. The floodwaters are muddy and fast-moving, and several houses and roads appear submerged. Trees line parts of the riverbank, but large areas of land on both sides of the river are covered in water, highlighting the extent of the flood damage. The scene captures the devastation of a community affected by extreme weather.

Oct 25

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Fossils et al.

Not a Dinosaur Giraffe: The Surprising Secret Behind Diplodocus’ Long Neck

Uncovering the surprising reason behind Diplodocus’ long neck and why it wasn’t just for reaching the treetops

Oct 23

Not a Dinosaur Giraffe: The Surprising Secret Behind Diplodocus’ Long Neck

Oct 23

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The Environment

Dusting the Sky With Diamonds: A Fancy Solution to Climate Change?

I have added some pop-culture references to make this scientific discovery more enjoyable.

Oct 19

Dusting the Sky With Diamonds: A Fancy Solution to Climate Change?

Oct 19

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Fossils et al.

Sex: A Two-Billion-Year Story

How Sexual Reproduction Transformed Life on Earth

Oct 16

The image shows a detailed, close-up view of a sperm cell approaching an egg cell. The sperm, with its long, slender tail, is swimming toward the surface of the large, round egg, which is composed of a cluster of rounded cells with a textured appearance. The background has a warm, orange-red glow, suggesting the internal environment where fertilization takes place. The image highlights the moment just before the sperm makes contact with the egg, illustrating the process of fertilization and the

Oct 16

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Quantitative Ecologist | Science Editor | Former University Professor | Climate Activist | Feminist

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