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The New Climate.

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Scientists do not publish their predictions to prove them right but to encourage us to take action to prove them wrong.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

Why Your Neighborhood’s Green Spaces Aren’t Just About Dollars

Understanding the hidden factors that shape urban green spaces

Nov 22

a peaceful urban park scene during autumn with a curved pathway lined with benches, surrounded by colorful trees in shades of orange, yellow, and green. vintage-style street lamps illuminate the area, and a tall historic building is visible in the background, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun.

Nov 22

Published in
Fossils et al.

What Ancient Teeth Teach Us About Human Development

Tracing the evolution of human growth and development through dental clues

Nov 18

Dentition of Dmanisi skull D2700/D2735

Nov 18

Published in
Fossils et al.

Close Calls and Fossils: Do We Overlook the Ordinary in Search of the Extraordinary?

How China’s “Pompeii” Fossils Tell a Different Story

Nov 11

Close Calls and Fossils: Do We Overlook the Ordinary in Search of the Extraordinary?

Nov 11

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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

Nov 6

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

Nov 6

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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

Nov 2

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.

Nov 2

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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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https://climateages.com/ | Quantitative Ecologist and Paleontologist | Science Editor | Former University Professor | Science Activist

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