Scientists at Yale and in Singapore have devised what may be the ultimate acid test — a comprehensive model for estimating the origins of Earth’s habitability, based in part on ocean acidity. The new ...

In the 21st century, the Earth's oceans are growing warmer and more acidic. This change is happening slowly over the long-term, but it can also cause short-term, local spikes. These events are like ...

A 12-year-old student from Connecticut is drawing attention for tackling one of the world's biggest environmental challenges with an innovative science project. According to the Young Scientist Lab, ...

The Earth’s ecosystem is a finely balanced thing. Everything relies on the health of everything else, and we’re quickly throwing that balance out of whack. One of the most important indicators of the ...

Scientists have known for decades that soaring atmospheric carbon dioxide emissions are causing changes in ocean chemistry, threatening marine life and ecosystems. In June 2025, a study found that ...