A new study led by University of Wisconsin Oshkosh geologist Timothy Paulsen advances the understanding of the role continents have played in the chemical evolution of Earth’s oceans, with implications for understanding atmospheric oxygenation and global climate oscillations.
The research is featured on the cover of the February issue of GSA Today, which is published by the Geological Society of America to highlight timely, innovative articles that appeal to a broad geoscience audience.
“In this publication, one scientifically important article is featured to highlight the state of the science,” said Eric Hiatt, UW Oshkosh geology department chair. “It is a major honor to be chosen and shows that Dr. Paulsen is at the forefront of scientific discovery.”
The team of researchers analyzed a global database of the chemistry of tiny zircon grains commonly found in the Earth’s continental rock record. The research team includes other scientists from Michigan Technological University and ETH Zurich in Switzerland.
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