Category: Sustainability

Motivated by a professor’s challenge to convert brine into a valuable resource, Tattya Oddonetto, a doctoral student in environmental science and engineering at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), has made significant strides in solving water scarcity. “During class, the professor said that if someone discovered how to turn brine, water with a…

A study by the University of Bristol has unveiled new methods to neutralize toxic arsenic in water, potentially transforming water and food safety, particularly in vulnerable regions of the Global South. The discovery, spearheaded by Jagannath Biswakarma, addresses a critical environmental and public health issue, particularly relevant to areas reliant on groundwater for drinking and…

A collaborative research effort has paved the way for a significant leap in solar technology, promising a future where clean, affordable energy is within reach. A team of senior researchers from Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST), Incheon National University and Kyung Hee University have announced a breakthrough in the efficiency of kesterite…

In a significant development poised to transform the construction industry, researchers from the University of Virginia have unveiled a groundbreaking 3D-printed concrete that promises to advance both environmental sustainability and structural integrity. Their innovative approach combines advanced materials, including graphene, to create a new cementitious composite that’s not only stronger and more durable but also…

A new study led by Princeton University adds depth to the ongoing discussion about cropland abandonment’s effects on biodiversity, suggesting that its conservation potential is significant but compromised by frequent land recultivation and continuing habitat loss. For decades, the expansion of agricultural land has been one of the most pervasive threats to terrestrial biodiversity, leading…

In a world where more than 2 billion people lack access to clean drinking water, scientists at Ohio State University have developed a breakthrough prototype water harvester that promises to be simpler and more efficient than traditional systems. The innovative device, crafted with temperature-sensitive nickel titanium materials, can extract more water from the air in…

New research from the University of Otago has unveiled a striking example of rapid animal evolution driven by human activities. The study, published in the journal Science, demonstrates that New Zealand’s native stoneflies have altered their coloration as a result of deforestation caused by human activity. The study provides compelling evidence of how human-driven environmental…

A recent study led by the University of Exeter reveals that a minute cooler layer at the ocean surface plays a significant role in carbon dioxide (CO₂) absorption, a finding that has profound implications for our understanding of climate change mitigation. The research highlights the pivotal role of the “ocean skin” — a layer less…