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Atmospheric Rivers in Southern South America
“Atmospheric rivers (ARs) are long, narrow bands of strong moisture transport, most often located in the warm sector of extratropical cyclones. The advances in atmospheric science in the early 21st century have demonstrated that ARs are a key component..." – By Maximiliano Viale, René Garreaud, and F. Martin Ralph
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Environmental Crisis and Sustainable Development in South America
"South America has compelling reasons to address the climate and environmental crisis. First, the region is highly vulnerable to its impacts due to its economic reliance on natural resources and the susceptibility of its population. Addressing these vulnerabilities is crucial for the well-being of current and future generations..." – By Anabel Marin, Elisabeth Möhle, and Ana Julia Aneise
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In May 2025, 70 new and 6 revised articles, spread across 22 subjects, have been published on the Oxford Research Encyclopedias platform.
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