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Tree Diversity Helps Reduce Heat Peaks in Forests

A forest with high tree-species diversity is better at buffering heat peaks in summer and cold peaks in winter than a forest with fewer tree species.

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Snapshot of Antarctica’s Past Helps Predict Future Climate

In the first study to consider the long-term evolution of the rivers that flow beneath glaciers, researchers have new insights into the future of Antarctica’s melting ice that may change the way climate scientists predict the effects of a warming planet.

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Exploring the Future of Frozen Water

As the world focuses on glacier preservation this UN World Water Day, researchers at the University of Waterloo are exploring the glaciers of the Yukon’s St. Elias Mountains.

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Threatened by Warming Waters, Brook Trout May Be Able to Adapt to Hotter Weather

Heatwaves appear to trigger heritable gene expression changes that may help make the fish more tolerant of thermal stress, researchers report in novel study. 

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Researchers Create Eco-Friendly Detergent From Wood Fiber and Corn Protein

From laundry detergent to dishwasher tablets, cleaning products are an indispensable part of life.

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Retreating Arctic Glaciers Have Exposed 1,500 Miles of Coastline

Since 2000, the melting of Arctic glaciers has exposed some 1,500 miles of coastline, a study finds.

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River Water Temperatures Swing Hot to Cold: Discovery Shows Value of Open-Source Environmental Data

Open data from sources such as the US Geological Survey are an essential scientific resource for understanding our environment in a warming world.

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Viruses Identified in Red Tide Blooms for the First Time

A new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida shines light on the environmental drivers of red tide blooms.

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Coastal Guardians Pioneer Method to Protect Florida Keys’ Shorelines

By 2050, sea levels along the United States coast are expected to rise by 0.25 to 0.30 meters, increasing flooding in low-lying areas. 

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Weather Emergencies Affect Older Adults’ Health Views

People over 50 who recently experienced an extreme weather event far more likely to express concern about the effects of climate change on their health.

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