Recent research from the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology (MPI-M) challenges long-held assumptions about the Amazon rainforest’s vulnerability to rainfall disruption caused by deforestation. Published in Geophysical Research Letters, the study reveals that the Amazon may maintain stable annual rainfall levels even under extreme deforestation scenarios.
Peatlands cover only 3% of Earth’s surface yet store nearly one-third of the world’s carbon—twice the amount sequestered by all forests combined. This makes them crucial ecosystems in the fight against climate change, but only 17% currently receive protection, leaving them vulnerable to degradation that worsens our climate crisis.
The AI co-scientist is a groundbreaking multi-agent AI system built on Gemini 2.0, designed to assist scientists by generating novel hypotheses, formulating research proposals, and accelerating scientific and biomedical discoveries. By mirroring the scientific method, it helps researchers navigate the increasing complexity of modern science, integrating insights across disciplines and refining hypotheses iteratively.
A major international study has revealed that glacier ice loss is accelerating, significantly impacting both global sea levels and regional freshwater supplies. Conducted by 35 research teams as part of the Glacier Mass Balance Intercomparison Exercise (Glambie), the study found that glaciers have been losing an average of 273 billion tonnes of ice per year …
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Earth’s climate is changing at an alarming rate, posing severe risks to public health and safety. Many health professionals witness firsthand the impacts of rising temperatures and extreme weather on human well-being. To address these challenges, experts are increasingly relying on satellite and space-based data to monitor environmental risks and develop timely interventions.
Quantum computers represent a groundbreaking shift in computational power, utilizing quantum mechanics to perform calculations at speeds unattainable by classical machines. Unlike traditional computers, which process information in bits that are either 0 or 1, quantum computers use quantum bits, or qubits. Due to the principle of superposition, qubits can exist in multiple states simultaneously, …
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Weather forecasts play a crucial role in daily decision-making, from planning outdoor activities to optimizing energy usage. They also provide early warnings for extreme weather events, helping to mitigate risks and improve disaster preparedness. The accuracy of these forecasts depends on sophisticated modeling techniques, which use mathematical representations of Earth’s atmosphere. Organizations like the Australian …
A recent study published in Nature Communications explores the dynamics of higher-order novelties, shedding light on how humans combine existing elements to generate new ideas, technologies, and discoveries. Led by Prof. Vito Latora from Queen Mary University of London, the research investigates both first-order novelties—the discovery of single elements like a new song or artist—and …
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