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AI: A digital revolution in poverty alleviation
Poverty remains one of the most pressing global challenges, with over 700 million people living in extreme poverty, surviving on less than $

Editorial Team SDG1
Mar 13, 20253 min read


Drylands under pressure: Science and solutions for global stability
Drylands are the backbone of global agriculture, supporting 44% of the world’s farming. Yet, they are under siege. Climate change, land degr

Editorial Team SDG2
Mar 4, 20254 min read


Education for sustainability: Empowering future generations
Education for sustainability is a cornerstone of modern learning, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to address global environ

Editorial Team SDG4
Mar 2, 20252 min read


Transforming human energy into power: Innovations driving sustainability
As the world strives for sustainability and innovative energy solutions, one question resonates with researchers and consumers alike

Editorial Team SDG9
Feb 17, 20253 min read


Advances in the fight against neglected tropical diseases
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a group of infectious diseases that primarily affect populations in tropical and subtropical regions.

Editorial Team SDG3
Feb 13, 20254 min read


Understanding carbon capture and storage (CCS)
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a technological approach designed to reduce carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from industrial activities an

Editorial Team SDG13
Feb 11, 20253 min read


Catastrophic coral bleaching in the great barrier reef: A global call to action
The Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the world's largest coral reef system, is facing an unprecedented crisis. In the su

Editorial Team SDG14
Feb 9, 20253 min read


Wise initiative: Reshaping sustainability through materials innovation
The intersection of materials science and sustainability is critical for achieving global goals related to climate action, environmental pro

Joan Ubide
Jan 29, 20253 min read


Finland's educational success: A global model to follow
Finland’s education model, rooted in equality, play, and teacher excellence, sets a global standard for success and innovation

Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 28, 20255 min read


The true responsibility of education: A call for reflection
We live in a society where the education of children has largely been seen as a responsibility of schools and teachers. However, this percep

Ira Grange
Jan 27, 20254 min read


International Day of Education
Education stands as a universal pillar of progress, bridging gaps in opportunity, fostering equality, and nurturing solutions to the world’s

Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 25, 20254 min read


First Book’s impact: Over 250 million books distributed since 1992
Addressing educational inequity is a cornerstone of achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Among these, goals such as qualit

Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 24, 20253 min read


Whale fall: An essential ecological phenomenon for marine biodiversity
Whale fall is an extraordinary ecological event that plays a pivotal role in deep-sea ecosystems

Editorial Team SDG14
Jan 14, 20255 min read


How science explains the intensification of wildfires in California
Sustainability, climate action, and environmental protection are critical as the world faces the intensifying threat of wildfires, particula

Editorial Team SDG13
Jan 13, 20253 min read


Algae-based inks are revolutionising industrialisation
Sustainable development is at the heart of global efforts to address climate change, reduce inequality, and build resilient systems.

Editorial Team SDG9
Jan 10, 20253 min read


Fight for education: Room to Read
In a world striving for sustainability and equitable growth, education remains a cornerstone of development. Room to Read, a globally rec...

Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 9, 20252 min read


Turning waste into wealth: The untapped potential of biochar in fighting climate change
Biochar, a sustainable solution derived from organic waste, offers a multifaceted approach to addressing global environmental challenges.

Joan Ubide
Jan 7, 20256 min read


2025: Hope and progress in building a sustainable future
Let’s ignore for one moment the non-sustainable developments of the year 2024 and have a look into the more quiet successes.

Editorial Team SDG17
Jan 1, 20255 min read


20 years of progress in tsunami science
In the two decades since the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, significant strides have been made in tsunami science, improving our abi

Editorial Team SDG9
Dec 28, 20244 min read


Advancing global sustainability through superhot rock innovations
In the global pursuit of sustainability, one of the most promising advancements in renewable energy lies deep within the Earth's crust

Editorial Team SDG7
Dec 24, 20243 min read


Plastic-eating insects: The surprising allies in fighting global plastic waste
Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental challenges, infiltrating ecosystems across the globe.

Editorial Team SDG9
Dec 19, 20243 min read


Hydrogen fuel from sunlight and water: Japan’s breakthrough for clean energy
Japan's scientific breakthrough in developing technology to convert sunlight and water into hydrogen fuel is a promising step towards achiev

Editorial Team SDG7
Dec 18, 20243 min read


Reducing atmospheric co2: Zooplankton and clay dust - a breakthrough
The fight against climate change has prompted researchers to explore innovative solutions for reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2).

Editorial Team SDG13
Dec 17, 20243 min read


The dual-use dilemma: Safeguarding against AI misuse in biosciences
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised numerous fields, including biological research, by accelerating innovation and streamlining

Editorial Team SDG9
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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