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CLIMATE MIGRATION

Migrant networks and adaptation

Migration is an important means to cope with the impacts of climate-related shocks. Research shows that networks of prior migrants aid this crucial adaptation mechanism.

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Cattaneo, C. Migrant networks and adaptation. Nat. Clim. Chang. 9, 907–908 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41558-019-0646-y

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