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New Study Reveals Surprising Source of Accelerated Global Warming
One of the most pressing mysteries in climate science — why Earth has warmed faster over the last 15 years — might have a surprising answer. Cleaner air in East Asia, especially in China, could be driving this accelerated warming, according to a groundbreaking international study published in Communications Earth & Environment. The research, conducted…
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Sewage Spills and Coastal Winds Could Be Spreading Airborne Microplastics, Study Finds
Coastal towns and cities may be facing an invisible yet potentially hazardous threat: airborne microplastics. A new study led by marine scientists, human health experts and big data specialists from the University of Plymouth and Plymouth Marine Laboratory has revealed that a combination of sewage overflows and coastal winds could be sending billions of airborne…
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The Impact of Climate Change on the Nutritional Quality of Food Crops
New research conducted by a team at Liverpool John Moores University suggests that rising atmospheric CO₂ levels and increasing temperatures — key indicators of climate change — are compromising the nutritional quality of food crops. This revelation has profound implications for human health and well-being globally. Traditionally, research into the effects of climate change on…
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New Study Links Air Pollution Exposure to Heart Damage
Long-term exposure to air pollution has been found to cause early signs of heart damage, according to a recent study published in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Utilizing cardiac MRI, the researchers discovered that fine particulate matter in the air, known as PM2.5, is associated with diffuse myocardial fibrosis…
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New Research Leverages AI for Unprecedented Flood Prediction Accuracy
In a significant breakthrough, a team of researchers led by Penn State’s College of Civil and Environmental Engineering has developed an advanced computational model that enhances flood prediction accuracy and efficiency on a national scale. Floods rank among the most destructive natural disasters in the United States, inflicting billions of dollars in damage each year.…
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New Tool Aims to Combat Wildfire Smoke Exposure
A team of atmospheric modelers at Harvard University has developed a digital tool that could potentially change how communities prepare for and mitigate the impact of wildfires. This online platform, known as SMRT-Flames, identifies areas in need of controlled burns or other fire management strategies. The ultimate goal is to prevent future uncontrolled fires and…
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New Study Uncovers Early Signs of Widespread Coastal Marsh Decline
Researchers from Colorado State University, the University of Georgia and the University of Texas at Austin have identified early warning signs of coastal marsh deterioration, presenting an unprecedented opportunity to protect these vital ecosystems before visible damage occurs. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, showcases a model that uses…
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Study Links Long-Term Wildfire Smoke Exposure to Increased Heart Failure Risk
Long-term exposure to wildfire smoke incrementally raises the risk of heart failure, particularly impacting older adults, women and other vulnerable groups, according to new research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC). The study, the first of its kind to analyze the impact of prolonged wildfire smoke on heart failure risk…
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New Study Links Climate Change to Increased Risk and Severity of Sleep Apnea
In a revelation that may set new directions for public health policy, researchers from Flinders University have linked rising global temperatures to an increased risk and severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, illustrates how climate change could significantly impact sleep disorders, which already affect nearly a billion…
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New Study Reveals Strong Public Support for Global Climate Policies
Even though climate change discussions may not dominate every political agenda, substantial measures to counteract global warming enjoy robust public backing globally. A recent study, co-authored by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, takes an in-depth look at the acceptance of international climate policies. The…
