Rurbanity: How rural and urban phenomena intermingle worldwide
Over the next few decades, the Earth’s urban population is set to explode, with the large majority of growth happening in cities across the Global South. A team of researchers at the Universities of K...
16 Okt 202410min
An illusion of parallax: explaining a mysterious signal at the edge of the solar system
In 2009, astronomers detected a mysterious source of high-energy, chargeless particles, which appeared to originate from the very edge of the solar system. Through fresh analysis, Dr Li Lu and colleag...
11 Okt 20249min
The Key to Solving Climate Change May Lay in Indigenous Wisdom
In the Kimberley region of Western Australia, Indigenous First Australians are partnering with researchers and together they are pioneering a revolutionary approach to environmental planning and manag...
10 Okt 20249min
The Earth's Blueprint: How Soil Origins Guide Forest Management
Forests are more than just a collection of trees; they are dynamic ecosystems that depend on a variety of factors to thrive. One of the most crucial yet often overlooked components of these ecosystems...
2 Okt 202410min
Mapping Environmental Change: Remote Sensing at the Frontlines of the Canadian Arctic
The Arctic is warming at a rate of three to four times faster than the global average; a phenomenon known as Arctic amplification. This is, in large part, a result of warming atmospheric temperatures ...
1 Okt 20249min
Coral Reefs: A Lifeline for Global Nutrition Under Threat
Coral reefs are often admired for their breathtaking beauty and rich biodiversity, but their significance goes far beyond what meets the eye. These vibrant underwater ecosystems are a vital source of ...
30 Sep 20247min
How Better Heating Models Could Improve the Sustainability of Outdoor Swimming Pools
Outdoor swimming pools are enjoyed by millions of us, but it is often challenging to maintain comfortable temperatures across different climates and weather conditions, which can drastically vary the ...
25 Sep 20246min
Could Centaurus A Contain a Pair of Supermassive Black Holes?
Astronomers know that the nearby Centaurus A galaxy contains a supermassive black hole at its centre, but there are several unusual and mind-boggling features in the detailed picture that was recently...
24 Sep 20248min
