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Earth’s Core Contains a Vast Reservoir of Gold — And It’s Leaking Toward the Surface

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Earth’s core holds an enormous amount of gold, and this precious metal is slowly making its way into the planet’s crust, according to a new study. Volcanic Rocks Reveal Traces of Precious Metals Researchers analyzed isotopes found in volcanic rocks that emerged from deep beneath the lithosphere and identified traces of precious metals — including […]

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Larvae-Attracting Gel Could Help Restore Destroyed Coral Reefs

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We can’t leave coral reef restoration to chance. To help coral larvae settle in damaged reef areas, researchers developed an algae-based gel that actively attracts them. The Hidden Builders of Coral Reefs Although many people assume coral polyps produce all the calcium carbonate in reef structures, crustose coralline algae actually produce a significant portion of

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New AI Weather Model Surpasses Leading Global Forecasting Systems

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Microsoft has created an artificial intelligence (AI) model that outperforms traditional forecasting techniques in tracking air quality, weather systems, and climate-driven tropical storms, according to a study published Wednesday. Named Aurora, the system—still not commercially available—produced 10-day forecasts and predicted hurricane paths with greater accuracy, speed, and lower cost than standard models, researchers noted in

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InventWood is on the Verge of Mass-Producing Wood Stronger than Steel

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It may sound like science fiction, but it originates from a lab in Maryland. In 2018, Liangbing Hu, a materials scientist at the University of Maryland, developed a method to transform regular wood into a material stronger than steel. At first, it appeared to be another eye-catching discovery that might never leave the lab. “People

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Modular Carbon Capture Technology Reduces Cargo Ship CO₂ Emissions by 70%

Environmental Science, Science /

The oceans may be getting a little cleaner with the commercial launch of the Carbon Capture Solution (CCS) system, developed by technology company Wärtsilä. This modular system claims to capture up to 70% of the carbon dioxide emitted from cargo ship exhausts. Growing Pressure to Cut Emissions Driven by environmental concerns or the need to

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28 U.S. Cities Are Sinking – But One Is Sinking at an Alarming Rate

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A new alarming report reveals that 28 U.S. cities are sinking, showing signs of geological subsidence that could affect buildings and infrastructure sooner than expected. While some of this is natural, 80% is the direct result of human activity. Satellite Measurements Reveal Land Shifts Across U.S. Cities A large team of researchers, including geoscientists from

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Study Finds the Wealthiest 10% Account for Two-Thirds of Global Warming

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Researchers stated on Wednesday that the wealthiest 10 percent of people worldwide are accountable for two-thirds of global warming since 1990. They reported that the consumption and investment patterns of the wealthy have significantly heightened the risk of lethal heatwaves and droughts, in the first study to measure the effect of concentrated private wealth on

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Antarctica’s Ice Sheet Grows After Decades

Earth Science, Geology /

The Antarctic Ice Sheet (AIS) is a key contributor to global sea-level rise. Since 2002, NASA’s GRACE and GRACE-FO satellite missions have tracked ice mass changes across the region. While earlier research consistently showed ongoing ice loss—especially in West Antarctica and the Antarctic Peninsula—glaciers in East Antarctica remained mostly stable. However, a new study by

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Which is Better for Reducing Food Waste: Nutrition or Sustainability?

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Recent research has examined whether food waste is more effectively reduced by consumers motivated by sustainability or those focused on nutrition and health. The study’s surprising results emphasize the importance of reevaluating our strategies for tackling food waste. Dr. Trang Thi Thu Nguyen, lead author of the study, said, “Consumers aware of sustainability tend to

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New Study Finds Climate Change Is Top Threat To Endangered Species

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The authors of a BioScience article highlight that climate change has emerged as the leading threat to ESA-listed species, surpassing other causes of biodiversity loss for the first time. Talia E. Niederman and her team at Defenders of Wildlife analyzed species threats using ESA listings, IUCN assessments, and new climate sensitivity evaluations. In fact, a

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