In a ground-breaking new study, scientists used innovative molecular techniques to explain how corals on the east coast of Australia survived previous tough conditions—enabling the Great Barrier Reef to become the vast reef it is today.

Scientists soaked various plastic samples in seawater then removed the plastic and raised sea urchin embryos in the water.

The algae, known as peyssonnelid algal crusts (PAC), are taking over the reefs at such an aggressive rate that they are interfering with the ability of coral larvae to find places to settle on the reefs, and interfering with the reef’s natural ecosystem.

The new broad-based Europe Biodiversity Observation Network: integrating data streams to support policy (EuropaBON), research project will be coordinated by the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv).

Cyclone Gati became the strongest storm to hit the country on record, bringing more than a year’s worth of rain in two days.

Texas A&M Forest Service experts explain the science behind fall foliage and where you can find it in Texas.

Global warming already affects Siberian primrose, a plant species that is threatened in Finland and Norway. 

Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich will extend a nearly 30-year continuous dataset on sea surface height.

Improved forecasts, extensive preparedness helped protect lives and property.

The team will identify facilities at risk for flood-induced chemical spills and support efforts to mitigate potential impacts on nearby communities.