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Much of the U.S. warmed during the 20th century, but the eastern part of the country remained mysteriously cool. The recovery of forests could explain why. Widespread 20th-century reforestation in the eastern United States helped counter rising temperatures due to climate change, according to new r

<p>Widespread 20<sup>th</sup>-century reforestation in the eastern United States helped counter rising temperatures due to climate change, according to <a href="https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/2023EF003663">new research</a>. The authors highlight the potential of forests as regional climate adaptation tools, which are needed along with a decrease in carbon emissions.</p>

Provost Sally Kornbluth has appointed a committee to conduct the national search for Duke University’s next dean of The Graduate School and vice provost for graduate education, succeeding Paula D.