Rock of Ages Rock of Ages
Where did the world's highest mountains come from? Geologist Elizabeth Catlos takes a new view



Antarctica Erupts! Antarctica Erupts!
A trip to Mount Erebus yields a rare, close-up look at one of the world's weirdest geological marvels



For Hire: Volcanologist For Hire: Volcanologist
Richard Fiske discusses his groundbreaking work



Future Shocks Future Shocks
Modern science, ancient catastrophes and the endless quest to predict earthquakes



Subterranean Surprises Subterranean Surprises
Scientists are discovering that caves more complex than we ever imagined may yield vast riches about the origins of life




April 1, 2008
An Iconic Image of Science Turns 50
The Keeling Curve continues to chart carbon dioxide levels

March 24, 2008
Call of the Wolf
New science for keeping track of gray wolves

February 5, 2008
The Case of the Missing Dirt
We humans are leaving quite a mark on the geologic record

February 4, 2008
Failure to Warn?
In a region prone to earthquakes, a little warning could make a big difference

January 28, 2008
Environmental Menace?
Fast-growing redwoods break the law


•   U.S. Geological Survey

•   IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on
    Climate Change)

•   UNEP (United Nations Environment     Programme)

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