Seismic mapping of North America has revealed that an ancient slab of crust buried beneath the Midwest is causing the crust ...

Scientists should experiment with creative ways of communicating their work to inspire action to protect the natural world, researchers say.

New research from Portland State University focused on identifying signs of life—biosignatures—in extreme environments here ...

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Modern continental rocks carry chemical signatures from the very start of our planet's history, challenging current theories about plate tectonics.

Scientists urge storytelling in scientific writing to connect emotionally and spark public action on climate change.

Beneath the American Midwest, on the continent of North America, the underside of Earth's crust is dripping into the ...