Author Correction: Genomic evidence of past and future climate-linked loss in a migratory Arctic...

Nature Climate Change, Published online: 17 March 2021; doi:10.1038/s41558-021-01023-8Author Correction: Genomic evidence of past and future climate-linked loss in a migratory Arctic fish

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The potential economic impact of volcano alerts

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Meandering rivers create ‘counter-point bars’ no matter underlying geology

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Lightning strikes played a vital role in life’s origins on Earth

Lightning strikes were just as important as meteorites in creating the perfect conditions for life to emerge on Earth, according to new research. This...

How bacterial traffic jams lead to antibiotic-resistant, multilayer biofilms

The bacterial equivalent of a traffic jam causes multilayered biofilms to form in the presence of antibiotics, shows a new study.

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Not just CO2: Rising temperatures also alter photosynthesis in a changing climate

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Controlling sloshing motions in sea-based fish farming cages improves fish welfare

Sea-based fish farming systems using net pens are hard on the environment and fish. A closed cage can improve fish welfare, but seawater must...

A new way to measure human wellbeing towards sustainability

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a blueprint to achieve a better life for all and to ensure that no one is left behind....

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