Wildfire activity exploded across the drought-stricken portions of the West, especially the Northwest.
U.S. West Hit With Extreme Heat, Drought and Unrelenting Wildfires in July
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An Upended Ecosystem in the Arabian Sea
How can snow cover on the Himalayas influence the species that thrive in the ocean a thousand kilometers away?
WVU Scientist Earns $2.5 Million to Help Pump the Brakes on Diesel Emissions
As part of a U.S. Department of Energy initiative to slash carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles, one West Virginia University engineer will target heavy-duty diesel engines.
Trapped Saltwater Caused Mangrove Death After Hurricane Irma, NASA Data Show
Aerial photographs taken before and after the storm showed researches the extent of forest canopy damage.
Face Masks Protect Against Aerosolized Toxins From Algal Blooms Study Finds
Intense blooms of toxic algae are becoming common occurrences along the coast of Florida and elsewhere.
Salt Marsh Resilience Compromised by Crabs Along Tidal Creek Edges
Coastal marshes are vulnerable to erosion caused by rising seas, pounding waves, and tidal flows.
