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Volcanic islands, such as those in Hawaii and the Caribbean, are often fringed by coral reefs – ring-shaped structures that ...

Geologists discover three unique new minerals at Cookes Peak, New Mexico: raydemarkite, virgilluethite, and stunorthropite.

From the ISS, scientists are capturing rare lightning above storms that could impact radio, climate, and safety.

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Scientists mapped dolphin and whale brains to uncover how echolocation works, revealing they may use sound more like touch ...

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A new coating using NHC primer and UV-cured polymer protects iron from rust, cutting corrosion by 99.6% in saltwater tests.

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How did complex life survive when Earth was frozen over? Scientists say tiny meltwater ponds on ancient ice may have been the ...

New research shows that blocking histamine with allergy meds may reduce fitness gains. Learn how your body uses histamine ...

Warming temperatures are causing Arctic peatlands to expand, temporarily boosting carbon storage—but long-term stability remains uncertain.