Beneath Yellowstone lies a magma reservoir, pulsing with molten and superheated rock and exsolved gases. Scientists have long known about the chamber's existence, but have yet to precisely locate ...

It’s been thousands of years since an eruption occurred at Yellowstone, and new research shows what may be contributing to that.

The answer is important to fundamental science questions about magma reservoirs as well as for understanding the potential hazards from Yellowstone. And, it’s just a darn interesting question, too!

A seismic survey reveals a magma cap 2.5 miles under Yellowstone, acting as a pressure-release lid and reducing the risk of a super volcano eruption.

A seismic survey reveals a magma cap 2.5 miles under Yellowstone, acting as a pressure-release lid and reducing the risk of a super volcano eruption.

A seismic survey reveals a magma cap 2.5 miles under Yellowstone, acting as a pressure-release lid and reducing the risk of a super volcano eruption.