A new study has revealed for the first time that ancient carbon, stored in landscapes for thousands of years or more, can find its way back to the atmosphere as CO₂ released from the surfaces of rivers.
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AI Stirs up the Recipe for Concrete in MIT Study
With demand for cement alternatives rising, an MIT team uses machine learning to hunt for new ingredients across the scientific literature.
Microplastics in Texas Bays Are Being Swept Out to Sea
From tiny pellets to creepy wave-battered baby dolls, the Texas coast is a notable hot spot for plastic debris.
Researchers Speed up Simulations With Smarter Data Approach
A team at Stanford has shown that using fewer, higher-quality data points can speed up complex simulations.
Assessing the Global Climate in May 2025
Near-record warm May and March–May for the globe; below-average sea ice extent across both poles.
Environmental Engineer Studying Ohio River Pollution
Karen Noda Morishita is using analytic chemistry to quantify organic contaminants.


