Science Features
Two of the 15 Earthscapes commemorative stamps issued by the U.S. Postal Service are based on Landsat images from space. Read more
Trees Face Rising Drought Stress and Mortality as Climate Warms. Read more
An unprecedented river restoration is already yielding signs of life for ongoing study by USGS scientists and their state, federal and tribal partners. Read more
Saltmarshes may slow the rate of climate change. Read more
USGS science helps people understand and prepare for natural hazards. Read more
The majority of the nation is still experiencing abnormally dry conditions, even after soaking rains from Isaac. Read more
USGS scientists are providing up-to-date information. Read more
Scientists are setting sail to map the Arctic seafloor and study ocean acidification. Read more
It was one of the largest recorded earthquakes to occur in the east over the last century. Find out what scientists have learned in the past year. Read more
Fifteen years of data illuminate complex interactions driving land change in Puerto Rico. Read more