Top stories published by Fossils et al. in September of 2024

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Sílvia PM, PhD 🍂🥥 in Fossils et al.

Sep 16

A prehistoric landscape during the Carnian Pluvial Episode, around 230 million years ago. The scene features a dense, tropical forest with lush, green foliage, ferns, and primitive plants thriving due to heavy rainfall. The sky is overcast with dark clouds, suggesting a prolonged rainy period. In the background, mist and rain partially obscure distant mountains. Small, early dinosaurs are seen exploring the wet environment, blending into the verdant surroundings. The atmosphere is humid, with wa

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How a Two-Million-Year Rainstorm Set the Stage for the Reign of Dinosaurs

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Sílvia PM, PhD 🍂🥥 in Fossils et al.

Sep 18

A prehistoric volcanic landscape during the Carnian Pluvial Episode, around 230 million years ago. The scene depicts a massive volcanic eruption with ash and lava spewing into the sky, creating dark clouds and smoke. In the foreground, dense, lush forests are forming due to the increased rainfall, with early dinosaurs and reptiles adapting to the changing environment. The atmosphere is thick and humid, with rain falling, contrasting the fiery eruption with the emerging green landscape. In the ba

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What Triggered the Two-Million-Year Rain That Made Dinosaurs Possible?

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Dr. Pine in Fossils et al.

Sep 6

The image shows a dramatic scene of molten lava pouring into the ocean, creating plumes of steam as the intense heat meets the turbulent waves. The bright orange glow of the lava contrasts with the dark, stormy waters, highlighting the powerful interaction between volcanic activity and the sea.

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What Did The Earth Look Like for the Last 1.8 Billion Years?

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Dr. Pine in Fossils et al.

Sep 17

A serene desert scene featuring a small child dressed in a green outfit with a yellow scarf, standing in front of an adult wearing explorer attire. They are in conversation beside a vintage airplane, partially buried in the sand dunes. The sky is clear, with warm, soft light casting gentle shadows across the sand, creating a peaceful and dreamlike atmosphere

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When The Sahara Wasn’t a Desert

A series of scientific discoveries tell…

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Dr. Pine in Fossils et al.

Sep 4

The image shows a white marble statue of Charles Darwin seated in contemplation, located in front of a brick wall with decorative patterns. The statue is positioned between two commemorative plaques, one on each side, honoring significant events. The setting appears to be a historical or scientific institution, possibly a museum, with a focus on Darwin’s contributions to science.

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Darwin Feared Fossil Gaps Would Break His Theory — Science Just Proved Him Wrong

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Ricky Lanusse in Fossils et al.

Sep 28

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What Does It Really Take To Change The World?

The power of Life’s…

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Andrea Corpolongo, Ph.D. in Fossils et al.

Sep 24

Articles About Space Need Better Titles

Or, How I Helped NASA Scientists Find a Polar Bear on Mars

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The Conversation U.S. in Fossils et al.

Sep 18

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Female giraffes drove the evolution of long giraffe necks in order to feed on the most…

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Dr. Pine in Fossils et al.

Sep 21

A humpback whale swimming gracefully underwater, showcasing its large body and distinctive grooves along its underside. The whale is slightly tilted, with one flipper extended, as it moves through the deep blue ocean

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What Past Oceans Tell Us About Our Climate’s Future

How the Oceans Held…

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Cole Frederick in Fossils et al.

Sep 2

The Ancient Bridge that Connected Britain to Europe

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