Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
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Behind the paper: A revised early Jurassic to Albian chronology for dinosaur evolution in tropical Asia
This post offers a behind-the-scenes look at the study ‘A revised early Jurassic to Albian chronology for dinosaur evolution in tropical Asia’ published in October 2026 in Communications Earth & Environment.
Salty Water on Asteroid Bennu Slowly Dissolved Some of the Dust that predates our Solar System, Study Finds
Even presolar grains that are among the most resistant weren't safe from Bennu's ancient brines — but the isotopic composition of the asteroid's organic molecules made it through untouched.
America’s Coasts in Motion: Slow Changes, Big Impacts
Coastal flooding isn’t just about rising seas—the land itself is sinking. Our new study maps land subsidence across 20 U.S. coastal states, revealing widespread hazards and disproportionate exposure of disadvantaged communities and critical infrastructure.
When the Caribbean Sea changed its behaviour: 46 years of extreme waves and what they reveal about coastal risk
In the western Caribbean, the peak month of hurricane activity is also one of the months with the lowest mean wave height. A 46-year analysis reveals why, and what it means for coastal risk.
How mangroves quietly move carbon — and why it matters for climate accounting
Our recent article highlights the importance of lateral carbon export from mangroves, averaging 101 mmol m⁻² d⁻¹. Under warming scenarios, this could increase by up to 305% before declining past a 2.5 °C threshold, emphasizing its role in carbon sequestration.
