3 papers
physics.geo-ph2025
Seesaw of Saltwater and Inundation Drives Methane Emissions in Coastal Tidal Wetlands
Xun Cai, Xiucheng Yang, Peter A. Raymond
Wetlands are significant carbon sinks, yet methane emissions partially offset this function due to its high global warming potential. Coastal tidal wetlands, unlike non-tidal wetla…
physics.geo-ph2025
Defending Saltwater Intrusion: The Freshwater Pushback
Xun Cai, Qubin Qin, Jian Shen +3
Saltwater Intrusion (SWI) threatens freshwater availability, agriculture, and ecosystem resilience in coastal regions. While sea-level rise (SLR) is a known driver of long-term sal…
physics.geo-ph2025
Recognizing Salt Wave Events in Coastal Systems
Xun Cai, Qubin Qin, Matthew Kirwan +4
Saltwater intrusion is a critical challenge to coastal ecosystems, impacting freshwater resources, biogeochemical cycles, and habitat stability. While relevant studies often focus…