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climate-science2 years ago•5 min saved

"Study Finds Climate Change Fails to Boost Atmospheric Moisture in Dry Regions"

A new study led by the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research has found that atmospheric moisture has not increased as expected over arid and semi-arid regions of the world as the climate has warmed, contrary to predictions from climate models. The unexpected discrepancy could have severe implications for future wildfires, extreme heat, and ecosystem stress in these regions, and further research is needed to determine the cause of this unexpected trend.

via Phys.org|

#arid-regions #atmospheric-moisture #climate-change

science2 years ago•2 min saved

Global Discovery: Mysterious Fairy Circles Unveiled in Numerous Countries

Using artificial intelligence, researchers have discovered mysterious "fairy circles" in various locations worldwide, including Africa, Madagascar, Western Asia, and Southwest Australia. The neural network analyzed satellite images and identified fairy circles in 263 dryland locations across 15 countries. The cause of these vegetation patterns, which have long puzzled experts, remains uncertain, with theories ranging from termite activity to self-organizing plants. The new findings add to the mystery surrounding fairy circles, and further research is needed to understand their formation.

via Futurism|

#arid-regions #artificial-intelligence #fairy-circles

nature2 years ago•2 min saved

Global Surge in Mysterious Fairy Circle Discoveries Baffle Scientists

Researchers have discovered hundreds more fairy circle sites across 15 countries and three continents, including Namibia and Western Australia, using satellite images and artificial intelligence-based models. These circular patterns occur in soil with low nitrogen content and areas with an average rainfall of less than 200 millimeters per year. The presence of termite nests and increased vegetation production in these regions suggest a stable provision of ecosystem services. Further study is needed to determine the cause of fairy circles.

via IFLScience|

#arid-regions #artificial-intelligence #ecosystems