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Ocean Levels Rising Faster Than Previously Thought
Scientists warned that the rate of global sea level rise has been overestimated. This means ocean levels are rising at a much faster rate over the past two decades compared to the previous predictions by scientific organizations.
Climate Change, Mass Extinctions are Danger Signs for Earth
Cases of mass extinctions of animals and plants and the ongoing effects of climate change indicate that humans have pushed Earth’s boundaries and have entered a danger zone, according to the findings of scientists. The recent study shows that four out of nine planetary boundaries have already been…
Ebola Virus Outbreak in Liberia Could End in June, Says Scientists
Ecologists from the Pennsylvania State University and University of Georgia predict that the spread of the deadly Ebola virus in Liberia could end in June of this year. However, the experts warned that this could only happen if current preventive practices in the region are maintained.
Why Zebras Have Stripes? Scientists Offer Explanation
A new study claims that zebras developed stripes on their bodies as a way of coping with the climate conditions of their environment. According to biologist Brenda Larison of the University of California, Los Angeles, the general climate of a region is correlated to the number of stripes on a zebra.…
Lava Flow in Hawaii Continues to Spread
The lava flow in Hawaii from the Kilauea Volcano’s eruption continues to move and could possibly enter a highway leading to Pahoa Village,. According to a recent update from the Hawaii County Civil Defense and U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the front end of the flow is within…
Naps Improve Babies’ Memories, Learning Abilities
Researchers from Germany’s University of Sheffield and Ruhr University discovered how naps boost the cognitive abilities of babies. Based on the study, toddlers who take naps have better chances of learning new things than those who don’t.
Giant Squid, Whale Sharks Sizes Tend to Be Exaggerated
A recent study conducted by marine researchers revealed that people tend to exaggerate the actual sizes of some of the ocean’s largest animals. The researchers noted that the sizes of sharks, giant squids and whales reported through popular media outlets are larger compared to actual scientific da…
Scientists Uncover Contributor to Greenland Sea Level Rise
Scientists from the City College of New York and the University of California, Los Angeles, discovered that a secret network of rivers and streams in Greenland is contributing to the global rise in ocean levels. The scientists explained that these flowing bodies of water were formed by melting glaci…
Climate Change Could Lead to Rise in Parasitic Infections
A study conducted on mollusk fossils revealed that a type of parasitic infection could spread among humans due to the effects of climate change. For their research, paleobiologists from the University of Missouri turned to the remains of mollusks that existed during the Holocene Epoch, a period whic…
Medical Experts Warn About Taking Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attacks, Stroke
Medical researchers are worried about the increasing number of people who turn to aspirin to prevent suffering from strokes and heart attacks. Although aspirin is commonly used to fight cardiovascular diseases, medical experts warned that some people are taking it inappropriately.
Biologists Delighted by Birth of Baby California Condor
Wildlife biologists believe the surprise birth of a baby California condor is a positive indicator regarding the survival of the endangered species. The young predatory bird was discovered in late December to the surprise of members of the Ventana Wildlife Society, an organization that oversees the …
Researchers Offer New Explanation about Mysterious Disappearance of Easter Island's Native Population
A new study on the Rapa Nui, the native population of Easter Island, suggests that the demise of the inhabitants was brought on by severe environmental conditions. This new theory contradicts the notions that the islanders were died after abusing the natural resources and that the population was wip…
New SMAP Satellite Offers More Accurate Way of Predicting Weather
NASA is currently preparing to launch a new satellite that will provide a more accurate way of weather forecasting by analyzing Earth’s soil moisture. Details of the Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) satellite were unveiled by the space agency’s scientists during a media briefing on Thursday.
New Marine Reptile Species from Jurassic Period Identified
Paleontologists announced that they have identified a new marine reptile species that swam and hunted in the waters of Scotland. The researchers based their findings on fossil dating back to the Jurassic Period that were unearthed in the Isle of Skye.
Ocean Conditions Caused by Pollution Threatens Development of Coral Reefs
Scientists revealed that the lowering pH level of oceans caused by pollution is preventing coral reefs from developing a strong and health skeletal structure. According to a study conducted by scientists from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), this could lead to coral reefs eroding at …