The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially ends on Nov. 30, showcased above-average activity, with a record-breaking ramp up following a peak-season lull.
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Climate-Driven Hazards Increases Risk for Millions of Coastal Residents, Study Finds
A new study published in Nature Climate Change estimates that a 1-meter sea level rise by 2100 would affect over 14 million people and $1 trillion worth of property along the Southeast Atlantic coast, from Norfolk, Virginia, to Miami, Florida.
A Hazy, Foggy Day in Italy’s Po Valley
The Po River Valley, one of Italy’s most densely populated regions, is home to over 16 million people. The valley is also one of the country’s foggiest and haziest regions.
Researchers Identify Previously Unknown Compound in Drinking Water
A team of researchers from the United States and Switzerland have reported the discovery of a previously unknown compound in chloraminated drinking water.
Plasma-Derived Atomic Hydrogen Advances Low-Temperature CO2 Methanation at High Yield
Despite declining reserves and significant carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions contributing to climate change, fossil fuels continue to be the most widely used energy source globally.
Athletes Have Significantly Better Working Memory Than Sedentary People
A recently published meta-analysis by researchers at the University of Jyväskylä reveals an advantage in sports-related information processing compared to non-athletes.