The Arctic Ocean is more than just icy waters, it harbors vibrant ecosystems — but it also harbors valuable oil, gas, and ...
UD doctoral student Tianyu Zhou is pictured on the right using a shovel to remove snow that covers the sea ice during a ...
Despite its serious implications, monitoring of this phenomenon remains limited. Scientists sound alarm after discovering ...
They focused on a group of organisms that form the very basis of Arctic coastal ecosystems—brown macroalgae, known as kelps, which form dense and extensive underwater forests along rocky coastlines.
Thawing permafrost can lead to the mobilization of contaminants, affecting drinking water quality and food safety in Arctic ...
Arctic kelp absorbs metals from melting glaciers, increasing mercury levels by 72%. This could harm marine life and fisheries ...
All of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge’s coastal plain and most of the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska will be fully ...
A new method of tracking the dietary habits and contaminant exposure of animals in Arctic marine ecosystems is providing critical insights as climate change reshapes the region's food web.