Physical sciences/Earth sciences/Geology/Physical geology/Erosion/Soil erosion
Scientists working in the mountains of New Zealand report very high rates of soil weathering, a process that could have important effects on global climate.
Jay Graham visited Haiti for the first time in late February, as he joined urgent efforts to bring clean water to Port au Prince after the 12 January earthquake. Working intense, 15-hour days, the AAAS S&T Policy Fellow helped provide hand washing stations and other sanitation needs for the burgeoning camps of displaced people.