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- — March 11, 2011
USGS study develops new surface water carbon model

As part of a U.S. Geological Survey-led study, researchers have devised a new carbon model to help assess the nation’s surface water interactions with the carbon cycle. U.S. streams, according[…]

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- — March 10, 2011
Great Lakes phosphorus levels on the rise, according to IJC report

Phosphorus levels in the Great Lakes have been increasing at an alarming rate, according to a report released on Wednesday by the International Joint Commission. The study concluded that the[…]

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- — March 4, 2011
Lake Victoria once ran dry, according to new research

Africa’s largest lake is locally known as Lolwe, Sango, or “The Eye of the Rhino.” Westerners will be more familiar with the name Lake Victoria — given during the United[…]

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- — March 3, 2011
Proposed study would evaluate Rangia clam’s role in oil cleanup

A clam commonly found in brackish water like that in Lakes Pontchartrain and Maurepas could help to clean up after devastating oil spills. Researchers at Southeastern Louisiana University are evaluating[…]

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