The first study from GreenDrill—a project co-led by the University at Buffalo to collect rocks and sediment buried beneath ...

On the abyssal plains, at depths between 3,000 and 6,000 meters, polymetallic nodules are scattered across millions of square kilometers, much like potatoes in a field. These mineral ores are formed ...

The ecological benefits of restoring coarse sediment to the beach are profound. Kelp forests depend on rocky and cobbled ...

A geyser or a water heater is an essential household appliance, especially during the peak winter season, when we all crave ...

New research shows that typically, less than 10% of land-building alluvium reaches the Bird’s Foot Delta region, the southernmost reach of the river, where it meets the Gulf. NEW ORLEANS, La. – ...

New guide will assist practitioners to assess role of sediment flows in mangrove conservation and restoration projects. Mangroves are an amazingly rich ecosystem, supporting biodiversity, providing ...

Deep pools below waterfalls are popular recreational swimming spots, but sometimes they can be partially or completely filled with sediment. New research showed how and why pools at the base of ...

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