adaptation
Coverage of adaptation in the Nexus archive.
- Achieving net-zero carbon emissions can reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of heat waves
Dr. Chloe Brimacombe analyzes the current European heatwave, highlighting its early arrival, elevated humidity, and alignment with broader trends of longer and more frequent heatwaves. The article emphasizes the need for decarbonization to achieve net-zero emissions and adaptation measures for public infrastructure in a hotter climate.
- How the city with the most to lose in the Colorado River crisis is trying to adapt
Record low winter snows have led to insufficient water in the Colorado River, threatening cities reliant on its supply. A city positioned first in line to face water cuts is implementing measures to adapt to the crisis.
- Genomic roots of Indigenous Americans uncovered
A study published in Nature on April 22, 2026, reveals extensive genetic diversity and a complex history of dispersals, continuity, and adaptation among Indigenous American populations through a large genomic dataset. The research addresses their under-representation in global genomic studies and highlights evolutionary processes shaping these communities.
- How natural selection really shaped humanity
The article discusses how natural selection has significantly influenced human evolution through adaptation to environmental pressures. It highlights the prevalence of evolutionary adaptations in shaping human traits and survival strategies.