LND topic: diversity page 25

diversity

Groundwater vs. Surface Water: How Soil Changes Over Time

November 16, 2024

When we're short on freshwater in dry areas, farmers often turn to salty groundwater. But, what does this do to our soil and the tiny critters living in it over the long term? Researchers took a close look at a goji berry field split in two—one watered with salty groundwater and the other with surfa

science

Unique Differences in Ethiopian Cow Breeds: A Genome Study

November 16, 2024

Did you know that cows have tiny changes in their genes that help them adapt to different places? These changes are called copy number variations (CNVs), and they're like blueprints for survival in specific environments. Ethiopia is home to some amazing cow breeds, like Abigar, Fellata, and Gojjam-

business

Women Lead the Way: A Legacy of Female Excellence in Finance

November 15, 2024

Betsy Ward, the pioneering woman who became MassMutual's first female CFO, is hanging up her hat after a remarkable 30-year career. But the finance helm at this Fortune 500 giant will stay in women's hands. Meet Mary Jane (MJ) Fortin, the next in line, known for her stellar track record at Thrivent

politics

Trump's Plan to Shift Education Focus

November 15, 2024

Donald Trump has big plans for education. He wants to change how schools talk about race, gender, and politics. He thinks schools are teaching kids the wrong things. Trump says he'll use federal money to make schools follow his rules. He wants to stop transgender athletes from playing in girls' spor

education

Bridging Cultures: How Language Mediators Help Migrants in Southern Italy

November 9, 2024

In recent years, the Mediterranean has seen a surge in migration. This has transformed once homogeneous communities into diverse linguistic and cultural landscapes. As a result, English has become a common language, challenging our traditional views of language as a reflection of territorial unity.

education

Unpacking Bias: What Social Work Students Need to Learn

November 9, 2024

A recent incident near Columbia University's School of Social Work highlighted some underlying biases among students. Instead of encouraging open discussions, fear and a lack of diversity seemed to hold them back. However, the situation presented an opportunity to learn and grow. Incorporating these

environment

Environmental Conflicts in Villavicencio's Micro-Basins: A Historical and Social Perspective

November 9, 2024

Over the years, Villavicencio's micro-basins have witnessed various social and environmental conflicts. These conflicts stem from the practices of social actors, who engage in socio-economic and cultural activities that influence the use of natural resources. The processes of territorialization in t

technology

Exploring Opinion Summaries: How Well Do They Represent Diverse Views?

November 8, 2024

Opinion summarisation is about condensing long texts into shorter versions that keep the main message and opinions intact. But what happens when summaries only reflect the most popular views? That’s what researchers looked into by examining three hotly debated topics related to COVID-19. They found

finance

Different Coins, Different Codes: Exploring Variety in Cryptocurrencies

November 7, 2024

The world of cryptocurrencies is vast and growing rapidly, with thousands of different types now available. While there's a lot of diversity, there's also a fair amount of deceit, with scammers hoping to cash in on the current craze. To understand how unique these cryptocurrencies really are, resear

environment

The Dwindling Herring: Fishing, Warming Seas, and Predators at Fault

November 6, 2024

Atlantic herring has been a big deal in Canada's seafood industry since the 1960s, with the Scotian Shelf-Bay of Fundy herring fisheries being a major player. However, this stock has been struggling since the mid-1960s, despite efforts to boost it since 2003. Researchers wanted to understand why man