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Jan 15, 2019 08:42 AM EST

Upper-ocean warming is changing the global wave climate, making waves stronger

The energy in ocean waves has been increasing as a consequence of climate change, according to a new study.

Nov 15, 2018 08:01 PM EST

Study: Animal populations are decreasing due to their high-risk food-finding strategies

Nov 12, 2018 04:48 PM EST

Primates of the Caribbean: Ancient DNA reveals history of mystery monkey

Increasing wave energy with climate change means more challenges for coastal risk and adaptation.

Jan 14, 2019 04:31 PM EST

Upper-ocean warming is changing the global wave climate, making waves stronger

Sea level rise puts coastal areas at the forefront of the impacts of climate change, but new research shows they face other climate-related threats as well. In a study published January 14 in Nature Communications, researchers report that the energy of ocean waves has been growing globally, and they found a direct association between ocean warming and the increase in wave energy.

Sep 25, 2018 06:53 PM EDT

Humans Are Making The Earth Wobble As It Spins: Here's How

As the Earth spins on its axis, scientists observe a noticeable wobble on its motion. It's a phenomenon that has existed for centuries and now we've finally figured out why.

Sep 20, 2018 07:06 PM EDT

The Melting Permafrost Is Leaking Acid In The Arctic

Acid is spilling over into the Arctic, dissolving rocks in the process. According to scientists, the alarming phenomenon is a result of the permafrost melting in the region due to the rising temperature worldwide.

Sep 17, 2018 03:55 PM EDT

Study: Turmoil behind primate power struggles often overlooked by researchers

Sep 11, 2018 09:10 PM EDT

Here's Why People Advocate False Beliefs, Conspiracy Theories Despite Evidence

In the age of the flat Earth movement and the deniers of climate change and vaccinations, it may be baffling to some people how others ignore scientific data for their own false beliefs. Now, psychologists seek to explain the behavior.

Sep 10, 2018 07:55 PM EDT

Wind, Solar Farms In Sahara Could Make The Desert Green And Save The Region

Scientists explore effects of large-scale wind and solar farms in the Sahara Desert. They found that such installations can significantly increase rainfall and boost vegetation in the region, paving the way for a 'green' Sahara, climate benefits, and clean energy.