Articles for tag: ancient coral, climate history, Environmental Science, geological discovery, paleoclimatology

Ancient Coral Reveals Earth's First Climate Crisis

Ancient Coral Reveals Earth’s First Climate Crisis

Gargi Chakravorty

Hidden deep within fossilized coral skeletons lies a chilling story that stretches back hundreds of millions of years. A breakthrough in nuclear imaging is unlocking coral fossils to reveal 600,000 years of reef and climate evolution. Now, a breakthrough by a University of Sydney Ph.D. student promises to unlock those long-lost records with remarkable precision. ...

The Ancient Forests Hidden Beneath Modern Ice Sheets

The Ancient Forests Hidden Beneath Modern Ice Sheets

Gargi Chakravorty

Imagine walking across what seems like an endless expanse of ice, knowing that beneath your feet lies a completely different world. Today’s frozen landscapes tell only part of Earth’s story. Hidden under layers of ice that have remained undisturbed for thousands of years are the preserved remains of ancient forests that once thrived in places ...