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Uncovering the potential for geoscience research in Canada’s North

David Mate, Executive Director of the Northern Canada Division, Geological Survey of Canada, shares how the GEM-GeoNorth program is using geoscience research to improve the quality of life for Canadians.
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Mentoring diverse graduate students in agriculture, geoscience, and related disciplines: Are you a mentor?

Mentoring starts from within the faculty member – a mentor guides a student from situation to solution using their lived experiences and expertise.
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Marine geoscience research and UK aggregates

It is often said that we know more about the surface of the moon or Mars than the ocean floor, but marine geoscience research is enabling a better understanding of some of the biggest issues.

Indigenous students face disparities in STEM

Dr. Judith Brown Clarke and Dr. Wendy K’ah Skaahluwaa Todd, shed light on the crucial role of cultural identity in native American-Alaskan students’ persistence and success in STEM fields and the Geosciences.
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The impact of earthquake fatalities over past 500 years

Researchers have introduced a new metric called the earthquake fatality load (EQFL) to assess the impact of earthquakes on countries over the past five centuries.

Otto Terrell – True, powered by Open Energy Market

With a robust background in overcoming energy and sustainability challenges for businesses, Otto is dedicated to steering organisations toward a net-zero future Otto has always harbored an interest in geoscience, a passion that led him to pursue a master’s degree in petroleum Geoscience at Imperial College London. Here, he developed...
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AI-powered earthquake forecasting proves to be a success

In a development, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have harnessed the potential of AI-powered earthquake forecasting, offering hope for mitigating the destructive impact of seismic events.
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Unlocking climate change communication by making it more accessible

Boulder, Colo., USA: As the world grapples with the consequences of a warming climate, effective climate change communication has become paramount. How can we make climate science accessible to everyone?
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Climate change alters paths of Earth and Mars rivers

Researchers from Tulane University studied meandering rivers on Earth and ancient riverbeds on Mars to understand how climate change affects their paths.
Supporting Africa's development to increase its resilience to the impacts of climate change

Supporting Africa’s development to increase its resilience to the impacts of climate change

Knowledge sharing on climate risks and co­development of climate services to cope with and recover from climate-related disruptions is a prerequisite for climate-resilient development.
NAA April 2023

North America Analysis April 2023

We warmly invite you to delve into the April volume of North America Analysis, where we enjoy a multitude of insights from experts in the field from the region.
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Open Access Government April 2023

It's time to welcome our April 2023 bumper digital publication. Here we deliver comprehensive policy analysis, including health & social care, research & innovation, digital transformation, government, finance, transport, energy, environment and agriculture.
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Managing occupational stress and staying motivated

Occupational stress can affect anyone at any time, so it is important to understand how to manage it for the sake of yourself and your wider company.

Assessing Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in urban, rural, and minority-owned agriculture in the...

As the global community aims to feed the 8 billion people on the planet, assessing PFAS substances in urban and rural agriculture becomes an important component of the mission.
The Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai eruption as seen from orbit.

The Tonga volcano eruption caused a 90-metre-high tsunami wave

The tsunami wave created by the Tonga volcano eruption reached over 90 metres in height, which is approximately nine times taller than the Japan tsunami in 2011.
Dr Xiuquan (Xander) Wang

Dr Xiuquan (Xander) Wang, P.Eng. – University of Prince Edward Island

Dr. Xiuquan (Xander) Wang is an Associate Professor in the School of Climate Change and Adaptation at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI).
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What caused the megalodon extinction?

New research using zinc stable isotope ratios suggests that great white sharks may have contributed to the extinction of megalodon sharks.
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Researchers create six step guide to improve global water quality

The University of Waterloo have created six steps to improve water quality, address nitrogen pollution and examine nitrogen legacies.

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