Climate-driven oxygen loss in the Black Sea thousands of years ago triggered the expansion of microorganisms capable of producing the potent neurotoxin methylmercury.
Climate Change May Increase the Spread of Neurotoxin in the Oceans
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Parched Soils Can Spark Hot Drought a Nation Away
A new study found compound drought-heatwave events are rippling farther and lasting through the night, raising risks for southwestern North America.
Accelerating Climate Modeling at a Lower Cost
Courant and Center for Data Science researchers have created a neural network that quickly and accurately simulates ocean circulation.
To Prevent Rapid Sea-Level Rise, Reduce Emissions Now
The timing of emissions reductions, even more so than the rate of reduction, will be key to avoiding catastrophic thresholds for ice-melt and sea-level rise, according to a new Cornell study.
Milkweed for Monarchs: How You Can Help Support Monarch Butterflies
Bright orange and black wings flutter by on the journey that defies all odds.
Tiny Architects, Titanic Climate Impact: Scientists Call for October 10 to Become International Coccolithophore Day
Microscopic plankton that regulate Earth’s climate and sustain ocean ecosystems take centre stage in a new awareness campaign.
