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Scientists Shocked by Rapid Speciation After Chicxulub Impact

Scientists find “astounding” evidence of “ridiculously fast” speciation in a “geologic heartbeat” after the supposed Chicxulub event.  

How Plankton Regulate Climate

Recent research highlights that the role of calcifying plankton in regulating global climate may be more significant than previously represented in existing climate models.

Geology: Bold Steps in Self-Deception

It's possible to collect clues that suggest your model is working, all while heading off in the wrong direction.

Doubts About Dates and Climate

New findings cast doubt on scientists' ability to be certain about their consensus views.

Bad Assumptions Confuse Geological Ages and Processes

The best models in a scientific field can be overturned at any time when someone takes a critical look at the underlying assumptions.

Surprises from the Ocean

News from marine biology and geology are unexpected from a long-age, evolutionary perspective.

Theory of Early Oxygenation Undermined

Fossils living in and around newly-discovered methane seeps have cast strong doubt on a leading theory of earth's climate history.

Wonders Under the Sea

Three ocean creatures have surprised scientists with new discoveries of previously-unknown capabilities.

Buried Treasure Found Under the Ocean: DNA

The most information-rich medium known to man has been found in abundance under the sea, but man didn't put it there.
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