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Theory on ancient Earth’s atmosphere challenged

May 23, 2016
An international team of scientists are challenging the theory that ancient Earth’s atmosphere was low in oxygen.

Changing the face of the earth

April 27, 2016
We have geo-engineered the Earth expertly for our own ends, but will humanity's indelible stamp on the planet define an entire geological epoch?

Study offers hope for cleaning radioactive water

April 22, 2016
US scientists have discovered a new chemical method to immobilise uranium in contaminated groundwater, which could result in better ways to improve water remediation at old nuclear sites.

New idea could dig Earth out of trouble

April 15, 2016
Another use has been found for farm soil – isolating carbon dioxide and reducing global warming.

Last tree standing …can evolution endure?

April 15, 2016
Climate change and pollution threaten biodiversity and human society alike. But can evolution keep up?

Ocean acidification’s effect on coral confirmed

April 1, 2016
Scientists have managed to prove ocean acidification is slowing the growth of coral reefs around the world.

First ‘real world’ carbon sea storage test

March 3, 2016
A deep water controlled experiment to assess the safety of offshore carbon capture and storage is to be launched.

Ice melt to cause higher sea levels

February 17, 2016
If Antarctica ice melts due to warming oceans, global sea levels could rise three metres, according to UK scientists.

Nature not solely to blame for severe droughts

February 15, 2016
Drought researchers and managers must include human activity when looking at severe droughts, according to scientists from the University of Birmingham.

Earthworm threatens diversity

February 8, 2016
The earthworm may threaten plant diversity in ecosystems, according to Canadian researchers.

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