Swedish old-growth forests store 83% more carbon than managed forests, according to a new study from Lund University. The difference is substantially larger than previous estimates and is mainly due to large carbon stocks in the soil.
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Old-growth forests store a lot more carbon than managed forests, study finds
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Earthquake scientists reveal how overplowing weakens soil at experimental farm
Plowing, or tilling, is an age-old agricultural practice that readies the soil for planting by turning over the top layer to expose fresh earth. The method—intended to improve water and nutrient circulation—remains popular today, but concerns…
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When did plate tectonics on Earth begin? New research finds some of the earliest clues
March 19, 2026
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When did plate tectonics on Earth begin? New research finds some of the earliest clues
Scientists have found the oldest direct evidence for tectonic motion on Earth by more than half a billion…
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Scientists Uncover The Nerve Pathway That Makes Stress Worsen Eczema : ScienceAlert
It’s been known for some time that psychological stress can make eczema (atopic dermatitis) worse, but it hasn’t been clear how or why. Now, a new study may have uncovered the specific nerve pathway responsible for the link.
Using mouse models…
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How an RNA-binding protein detects and responds to non-optimal codon usage in human cells
Human genes are written in long strings of three-letter units composed of four different nucleotides. These units—or codons—specify one of many amino acids, the building blocks of proteins. Multiple codons can encode the same amino acid,…
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Monte Verde fieldwork resets age of famous South American archaeological site
New research led by a University of Wyoming archaeologist near an ancient encampment in South America challenges a relatively new but widely accepted theory that the people who made and used Clovis points in North America were not the first…
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Tesla faces new questions about how cars in self-driving mode handle poor conditions
Federal auto regulators have escalated a probe of Tesla after several of its cars crashed while using its self-driving feature, just as CEO Elon Musk prepares to roll out a new model with no steering wheel or pedals.
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How our planet's history was shaped when the Earth moved
The history of Earth is written on the great tablets of tectonic plates. The motions of plates shaped land masses, formed oceans, and created the varied climates and habitats that set the stage for evolution and the diversity of life. But this…
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Air pollution to rise over Europe in coming days: EU agency
Air quality is expected to deteriorate across parts of Europe in the coming days, driven by an increase in microscopic polluting particles, the EU’s Earth observation program said on Thursday.
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Even humans love a good mating call
It’s important to remember that we humans are simply animals. A very…
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