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How much do coastal mangroves contribute to their ecosystems as a climate solution? Researchers in Central America analyse their impact on health, biodiversity, and the economy.

The Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ), a vast mineral-rich region in the Pacific Ocean, has been allocated for future deep-sea mining.

Coastal ecosystems everywhere can absorb greenhouse gases. Known as vital ‘carbon sinks’, researchers are now exploring which ecosystem is most beneficial to curb emissions.

Viruses have strong, potentially negative effects on microbes, which could mean ecosystem responses against climate change could be reduced.

Rapidly developing AI tools can now generate simulations of ecological networks, tracking interactions in environments and biomes.

Rewards for sustainable gardening could include reductions to council tax, water bills or assistance with resources.

Aarthi JanakiRaman, Research Director, Chemicals and Advanced Materials at TechVision, explains how biodiversity plays a vital role in crop and soil health management.

A tropical kelp forest of “enormous importance” has been found in the Galapagos Islands, harbouring potential for massive carbon sequestration.

Sean Lawler, Associate Professor at Brown University pursues an understanding of cancer through the lens of the molecular and cellular ecosystem and natural selection.

Nicoló Giacomuzzi-Moore, Executive Director ad interim at CBE JU – Circular Bio‐based Europe Joint Undertaking, explains how European bio-based industries are leading the green transition.

Anna Forbes, Thames Rivers Trust Administrator at the Thames Rivers Trust, shares with us an ecosystem approach to the River Thames.

Denmark’s Ministry of Environment is leading the nation’s efforts on climate change mitigation and developing a circular economy.

Aarthi JanakiRaman, Research Director, Chemicals and Advanced Materials at TechVision, charts the rising importance of soil health for sustainable agriculture.

What can we learn from the discovery of hundreds of ancient footprints belonging to animals and humans on a Merseyside beach?

Saj Huq, head of innovation at Plexal discusses national security amongst nation states, and the need for better technology, ideas and innovations.

If supported, small- and medium-sized research infrastructures have the potential to boost the resilience of European society.

Agricultural and energy industries are beginning to make shifts toward more sustainable, eco-friendly practices, like regenerative agriculture to reduce climate impact.

As the effects of global warming induce deadly weather patterns and disruptions to ecosystems, researchers analyse the outcomes of animals and climate change.

Hot weather, dry conditions and record temperatures in the UK mean an increased risk of extreme wildfires, say experts.

Studies demonstrate the importance of nature for human wellbeing by linking the nonmaterial contributions of ecosystems to people's overall health.