Volcano : Science World Report

Sep 11, 2015 07:54 AM EDT

Io's Misplaced Volcano Mystery Solved with Subsurface Ocean of Molten Rock

Could Io have an underground magma ocean? Tides flowing in a subsurface ocean of molten rock could explain why Jupiter's moon appears to have its volcanoes in the "wrong" place, according to a new study.

Sep 07, 2015 03:08 PM EDT

Earth Mapped with 'CT Scanning' Technology: Discovering Hotspots

Earth may have undergone its first ever CT scan. Researchers have used seismic waves from large earthquakes to map the Earth's interior to better understand its volcanic processes.

Jul 13, 2015 05:31 PM EDT

Undersea Volcano That's 50 Million Years Old Discovered Near Australia

A submerged, underwater volcano has been found off of the coast of Australia.

Jul 09, 2015 10:07 AM EDT

Climate Change: Volcanic Eruptions Changed Human History

It's well known that large volcanic eruptions can impact the climate. Now, scientists have found that volcanic eruptions may be responsible for cooling the Earth during the early Roman period.

Jun 30, 2015 09:01 AM EDT

Volcano of Mud in Indonesia was Caused by Humans and Not an Earthquake

The mud volcano disaster in Indonesia may actually have been caused by humans. Scientists have taken a closer look at the Lusi mud flow and have found that it may have had its roots in human interference.

Jun 20, 2015 09:27 PM EDT

Volcanoes on Venus: Hot Lava Spotted by ESA's Venus Express

Scientists may have discovered lava flows on the surface of Venus. ESA's Venus Express has revealed the best evidence yet for active volcanism on the planet.

May 27, 2015 08:02 PM EDT

Galapagos Islands' Erupting Volcano Threatens Rare Species of Pink Iguanas

A volcano on the Galapagos Islands has erupted, raising concerns for the rare wildlife in the region.

May 15, 2015 11:56 AM EDT

Scientists Discover a New Trigger for Volcanic Eruptions

Scientists may have discovered a new potential trigger for volcanic eruptions. They've found that a pressure drop associated with a structure known as a sill may actually trigger a volcanic eruption.

May 04, 2015 09:27 AM EDT

Io's Lava Lake, Loki, Imaged in Unprecedented Detail to Reveal New Features

Io is the innermost of the four moons of Jupiter and is also the most geologically active body in our solar system. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at the largest of its volcanic features, named Loki, on its surface.

Mar 19, 2015 06:39 AM EDT

Scientists Create a New Map of Our Moon's Massive Volcanic Eruption

Scientists have produced a new map of the moon's most unusual volcano, revealing that its explosive eruption spread debris over an area much greater than previously thought.

Feb 25, 2015 08:06 AM EST

Why Yellowstone's Geysers Erupt on Schedule

Some geysers, like Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park, erupt on a timer, keeping to a regular schedule. Now, scientists may have found out why. It turns out that these geysers have loops or side-chambers in their underground plumbing.

Feb 06, 2015 07:30 AM EST

Seafloor Volcano Pulses May Impact Earth's Climate

It turns out that seafloor volcanoes may cause climate change. Scientists have taken a closer look at the way seafloor volcanoes flare up from time to time and have found that the pulses may actually help trigger natural climate swings.