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Mid-Atlantic suburbs can expect an early spring thanks to the heat of the big city

March 8, 2012
Scientists used high-resolution satellite data collected over the past 25 years to look at the number days that trees have green leaves in the forests of the Mid-Atlantic. The study found that urban heat islands affected the growing season in areas within 20 miles of the city.

BAY 101 - Science of the Chesapeake Bay for Non-Scientists

March 5, 2012
Scientists from the Horn Point Laboratory share their knowledge in a seven-week series aimed to inform the public around the science of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed.

Landmark study of leatherback turtle migration identifies Pacific danger zones for critically-endangered species

March 1, 2012
A major new study of migration patterns has identified high-use areas—potential danger zones--in the Pacific Ocean for the critically endangered leatherback turtle.

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