The premiere of the sci-fi classic #DuneMovie is provoking fresh thoughts on our relationship with water and drylands here on Earth. Deserts are classified by scientists as drylands, an environmental category that also includes grasslands, steppes and savannas. Even though they make up 40 percent of our planet’s landmasses, drylands are increasingly threatened by public misconceptions about them. These false perceptions—perpetuated by pop culture—condemn a dry environment as a wasteland. To navigate the challenges of the 21st century, we need to understand and protect drylands as critical shared resources for humans and many other species to survive and thrive. ASU's Global Drylands Center uses simulations of the future to better understand the drylands, and human adaptation and resilience. Tap the link in our bio (@arizonastateuniversity) to learn more about ASU’s Global Drylands Center and their mission. via @scientific_american #Dune #ASU #ArizonaStateUniversity #Scientif...