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The recent news about the second release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant has sparked concerns and widespread misinformation. As the contaminated water is slowly being released into the Pacific Ocean, numerous nations and international groups have raised alarm bells about the potential risks associated with this discharge. To clear the air,

Earthquakes, with their devastating impact on lives and economies, have long posed a challenge for scientists seeking effective prediction methods. However, a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin offers a glimmer of hope. Utilizing artificial intelligence (AI), the team developed an algorithm that successfully predicted 70% of earthquakes a

Human settlements are increasingly being established in areas highly susceptible to dangerous flooding, according to a recent study. This trend, driven in part by China’s rapid urban expansion, has raised concerns about the vulnerability of these settlements to flood risks. The study, led by a World Bank economist, examined 30 years of satellite imagery and

The dynamic and intricate nature of Earth’s inner core has long puzzled scientists. This mysterious region, composed primarily of iron, exists at mind-boggling pressures that would cause most materials to solidify and remain rigid. However, recent research led by The University of Texas at Austin and collaborators in China has revealed a surprising phenomenon within

Savannas and grasslands in drier climates are known for their unique ecosystems, but a recent study published in Nature Climate Change has revealed their unexpected role in mitigating climate change. Researchers from institutions around the world, including the University of Michigan, discovered that these regions store more heat-trapping carbon than previously believed. This new information

In the realm of climate change research, one central question looms: how much will the Earth warm as carbon dioxide levels increase due to human activities? Addressing this question has been a challenge for decades, with climate models yielding different answers. However, a new study from The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) offers a

The Arctic climate is rapidly changing, with significant implications for climate science. A team of international scientists from Sweden, Norway, Japan, and Switzerland recently conducted research at the Zeppelin Observatory in Svalbard, Norway, to uncover the role of biological particles in the formation of ice within Arctic clouds. Their findings, published in Nature Communications, have

Plastic particles less than 5 mm in size, known as microplastics, are becoming increasingly prevalent in various ecosystems. These tiny pieces of plastic can be found in industrial effluents and are also formed from the degradation of larger plastic waste. Astonishingly, microplastics have been found in numerous organs of both humans and animals, including the

An analysis of satellite data conducted by the US National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) has revealed alarming findings regarding the state of the sea ice around Antarctica. According to their preliminary report, the sea ice reached a record low surface area during its maximum size this winter. On September 10th, the ice pack

Wind energy is widely recognized as the most prevalent form of clean energy, playing a critical role in combatting the climate crisis. However, the deployment of wind energy projects often faces significant local opposition. A recent study conducted by researchers from UC Santa Barbara, the University of Michigan, and Gallup Inc. delved into wind energy