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Mars Lake Hypothesis on Ice After Study Offers Different Explanation
For years, scientists have been debating what might lay under the Martian planet's south polar cap after bright radar reflections were discovered and initially attributed to water.
Human Activities Responsible for Rapid Increase in Earth's Heat
Increases in greenhouse gases, decreases in aerosols and polar sea-ice, are major factors
Managing Earthquakes Triggered by Oil Production
A team of scientists has developed an approach to disposing wastewater that reduces the danger of triggering an earthquake.
Shoring up the Corn Belt’s Soil Health With NASA Data
NASA satellites are helping scientists study soil loss over time and develop tools to support farmers as they adopt and manage conservation techniques.
Climate Adaptation at the Department of Defense and Beyond
As climate change continues to pose a global threat, new research from the University of Arizona looks at how it may be impacting the world's largest employer: the U.S. Department of Defense.
