Is a Chemical Used in MRIs a Threat to Marine Ecosystems?

Gadolinium, a rare earth element important for medical testing, has found its way into coastal waters.

Jun 14, 2018 | 550 words, about 2 minutes

Soon Your Phone May Be Powered by Ship Soot

Researchers found a way to turn carbon pollution into graphite, a component widely used in batteries.

May 17, 2018 | 550 words, about 2 minutes

A Scheme to End the World’s Worst Acid Trip

This geoengineering idea is potentially risky and largely untested, but it does work—theoretically.

Mar 28, 2018 | 850 words, about 4 minutes

When It Comes to Climate Change, the Ocean Never Forgets

Climate scientists are investigating the extent to which warming, acidification, and other effects can be undone.

Mar 15, 2018 | 500 words, about 2 minutes

Diet of the Ancient Mariner

An unprecedented archaeology experiment is putting historical shipboard food and drink to the test.

Mar 14, 2018 | 700 words, about 3 minutes

The Sky Is Falling

A pioneering voyage into the heart of a wildfire ash storm.

Feb 26, 2018 | 650 words, about 3 minutes

Seaweed and Seagrass Buffer the Acidity of the Nearby Ocean

Oysters, mussels, and corals can especially benefit from marine vegetation’s ability to limit ocean acidification.

Feb 15, 2018 | 500 words, about 2 minutes

Volcanoes Get a Kick from Climate Change

Melting ice will make volcanic eruptions more frequent—and more dangerous.

Feb 2, 2018 | 650 words, about 3 minutes