The northern tip of Earth stores vast amounts of carbon within its frozen soil, known as permafrost – soil that remains frozen for more than two consecutive years.
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The National Volcano Early Warning System (NVEWS) Will Help USGS Better Monitor Nation’s Most Dangerous Volcanoes
In September 2004, USGS scientists detected sudden, but unmistakable, signs that Mount St. Helens was waking up.
Psychological Abuse Is Most Common Form of Maltreatment Experienced By National Team Athletes, U Of T Study Finds
The most common form of maltreatment experienced by athletes is psychological abuse, followed by neglect, a new study from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education has found.
Storm Surge, The Deadliest Threat From Tropical Cyclones
When people hear about hurricanes most immediately think of high winds.
Global Warming Is Fueling Growth Spurts in Some of China’s Oldest Trees
Climate change is causing old trees in northern China’s permafrost forests to grow faster, likely thanks to warmer soil temperatures, according to recent research.
Biomarker Reveals PTSD Sufferers at Risk of Suicide
The risk of suicide among individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is much higher than the general population but identifying those individuals at greatest risk has been difficult.


