Archive: climate change
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Climate Change, According to Experts, Might Spark the Next Significant Pandemic
Scientists predict that if the earth's climate continues to warm, wildlife will be forced to relocate their territories, most likely to locations with dense human populations,…
May 2, 2022
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Climate change increases cross-species viral transmission risk
Climate and land use change will produce novel opportunities for viral sharing among previously geographically-isolated species of wildlife. In some cases, this will facilitate…
April 28, 2022
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Climate change could spark the next pandemic, new study finds
As Earth's climate continues to warm, researchers predict wild animals will be forced to relocate their habitats -- likely to regions with large human populations -- dramatically…
April 28, 2022
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Climate change may increase risk of new infectious diseases
Cross-species virus spread will happen over 4,000 times among mammals alone due to…
April 28, 2022
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3 Ways Hoyas Are Celebrating Earth Day Through the Arts
The Earth Commons is infusing art and environmental thinking with everything we do at Georgetown, including a dramatic performance, art installation and arts. …
April 22, 2022