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Weather's Impact on Raptors' Flight Patterns

February 20, 2025

Raptors, like golden eagles, Bonelli's eagles, and Spanish eagles, are birds of prey that soar through the skies. They are highly sensitive to changes in weather. This is because their flight patterns are deeply influenced by atmospheric conditions. Scientists have been studying how these birds reac

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Climate Change and Food: Can We Feed the World Sustainably?

February 20, 2025

The world is facing a big problem. Climate change is messing with our food systems. It's making it harder to grow crops and causing more extreme weather events. This isn't just about farmers; it's about all of us. Our food supply is at risk. Imagine this: a world where food is scarce, and p

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Green Tech: AI and Crypto Team Up to Save the Planet

February 20, 2025

Imagine a world where AI and cryptocurrency work together to fight climate change. Sounds crazy, right? But it's not just a dream. These two tech giants are joining forces to create a greener future. First, let's talk about the problem. AI and crypto mining use a lot of energy. We're talkin

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When Weather Shifts, Who Falls Out of Sync?

February 18, 2025

Climate change is shaking things up. The timing of natural events, like when plants turn green or birds migrate, is changing. This can cause problems. Different species rely on each other. When one species' schedule shifts, it can throw off the timing for others in the food web. This is called

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Keeping Cool and Warm with Smart Tech: The Future of Energy-Efficient Thermal Management

February 18, 2025

There's no denying it—our world is getting hotter, and not just because of global warming. With more people on the planet, we're using more energy to stay comfortable. This means more heating and cooling, which isn't great for the environment. Traditional systems for managing temperature use a lot o

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Cracks in Clay: How Dry Weather Affects Water Flow in Landfills

February 18, 2025

Clay is tricky to understand when it comes to water flow, especially when it's dry and cracked. These cracks, called desiccation cracks, are a big deal in extreme weather. They make it hard to figure out how much water is getting into the soil. This is a big problem for landfills, where we need to k

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Why Some Countries Lead in Climate Action

February 17, 2025

Climate change is a big challenge, and many people want to know why some countries are taking big steps to fight it while others are not. Most studies focus on the problems that stop countries from taking action. But what if we look at it differently? What if we ask, "What helps countries take big s

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Feed Famine: How Seasons Affect Food for Animals and People in Southern Africa

February 17, 2025

In Southern Africa, livestock farming is a big deal for food security and rural communities. But there's a big problem: the feed for these animals changes with the seasons, and not in a good way. When the dry season hits, plants die back, and leaves fall off trees. This means less food for the anima

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Climate Change and the Spread of Biting Midges

February 17, 2025

Biting midges, especially those in the Culicoides family, are more than just a nuisance. They can cause allergic reactions in horses and spread serious viruses like bluetongue and African horse sickness. Scientists are using advanced technology to understand and predict where these midges will thriv

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Water and Health: The Power of Data

February 17, 2025

Imagine having a magical map that shows where water is being used, where pollution is happening, and where diseases are spreading. That's exactly what the Water Health Open Knowledge Graph (WHOW-KG) does. It's not just a map; it's a tool designed to help us make smart decisions about water and healt