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Limiting climate change more effectively with the ocean: First DAM research mission investgates oceans as carbon reservoirs
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Das Problem ist bekannt: Immer mehr Kohlenstoff gelangt aufgrund menschlicher Aktivitäten in die Atmosphäre. Die heizt sich auf. Das Klima ändert sich und mit ihm die Lebensbedingungen auf unserem...
A long day for microbes, and the rise of oxygen on Earth
Life on Earth today relies on the presence of oxygen. However, the process behind the step-wise rise of oxygen levels in the atmosphere, which took place over nearly two billion years, remains under debate. An international team of scientists...
ZMT as science partner: Permanent exhibition "Coral Reef" opens at Senckenberg Nature Museum
Coral reefs are among the most species-rich and productive ecosystems on our planet. They cover less than 0.1 per cent of the ocean floor, but are home to one third of the animal life living in the sea. This diversity of organisms, the threats to...
CORONAVIRUS: Preventive measures taken by ZMT
It is the task of all of us to contain infection routes and prevent new infections. The so-called cougingh-sneezing etiquette and frequent, thorough hand-washing are two essential principles of conduct. Keeping physical distance, maintaining...
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