Browsing: Landforms, Processes & Habitats
Coastal sand dunes are dynamic structures affected by winds and waves, with processes of sand accretion and erosion often poorly understood. Funded by the National Centers…
Grand Canyon National Park Summary Inscribed in 1979, Grand Canyon National Park features significant geological formations, including the Uinkaret Field and Vulcan’s Throne, and is recognized…
The study details the workflow for analyzing topographic data using two primary datasets: the 250 m GMTED (Global Multi-resolution Terrain Elevation Data) and the 90 m…
Researchers at the University of Liverpool, in collaboration with Kingston University, are developing an online resource to improve understanding of Britain’s physical landscape and enhance management…
Sargassum aggregations in the open ocean provide vital habitats for numerous marine species, yet their influx on beaches—known as Sargassum inundation events (SIEs)—negatively affects coastal ecosystems.…
The article discusses the use of anthropogenic structures like breakwaters, headlands, and reefs to manage coastal erosion and sediment accretion. Breakwaters, made of materials such as…
The article “Scientists’ warning to humanity on the freshwater biodiversity crisis” by Albert et al. (2021) highlights the urgent decline in freshwater biodiversity, indicating that this…
The article discusses the need for a systematic adaptive management approach for the Missouri River’s ecosystem and resources. Key requirements include: – A sustained commitment to…
Today, October 6, 2023, marks International Geodiversity Day, aimed at promoting awareness of geodiversity and geoheritage. The Inter-Agency Geodiversity Liaison Group emphasizes that geodiversity — the…
Illinois’ firearm deer season begins on November 22, 2024, leading to temporary closures at Rend Lake. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that several…