20 Jun 2024
How tiny plankton capture carbon
By Inge RuigrokSophie Bonnet is currently immersed in field research in Nouméa, the capital of New Caledonia. With a small team of six researchers and engineers on site, she is trying to understand how nature governs our climate. Sophie's focus is on the ocean, specifically…
By Inge RuigrokSophie Bonnet is currently immersed in field research in Nouméa, the capital of New Caledonia. With a small team of six researchers…
By Inge RuigrokSophie Bonnet is currently immersed in field research in Nouméa, the capital of New Caledonia. With a small team of six researchers and engineers on site, she is trying to understand how nature governs our climate. Sophie's focus is on the ocean, specifically…
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05 Jun 2024
The flight of the robotic bird
Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano Stramigioli’s ambitious application of Port-Hamiltonian system theory has brought him closer to realising this…
Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano Stramigioli’s ambitious application of Port…
Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano…
Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano Stramigioli’s ambitious application…
Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in…
22 May 2024
Studying gangs from the inside
From the epic film The Godfather to news stories, everyone has an idea of what makes a gang… and a gangster. But do we really? Dennis Rodgers went to the heart of the matter to challenge common assumptions about gangs, gangsters, and ganglands.
From the epic film The Godfather to news stories, everyone has an idea of what makes a gang… and a gangster. But do we really? Dennis Rodgers went to the heart of the matter to…
From the epic film The Godfather to news stories, everyone has an idea of what makes a gang… and a gangster. But do we really? Dennis Rodgers went to…
From the epic film The Godfather to news stories, everyone has an idea of what makes a gang… and a gangster. But do we really? Dennis Rodgers went to the heart of the matter…
From the epic film The Godfather to news stories, everyone has an idea of what makes a gang… and a gangster. But do we…
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25 Mar 2024
In search of Amazon’s ancient hunters
South America holds a unique place in human history as the final continental frontier for early settlers. José Iriarte is researching how these pioneers traversed the Colombian Amazon and left a mark on the region’s cultural fabric.
South America holds a unique place in human history as the final continental frontier for early settlers. José Iriarte is researching how these pioneers traversed the Colombian Amazon…
South America holds a unique place in human history as the final continental frontier for early settlers. José Iriarte is researching how these…
South America holds a unique place in human history as the final continental frontier for early settlers. José Iriarte is researching how these pioneers traversed the…
South America holds a unique place in human history as the final continental frontier for early settlers. José Iriarte is…
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04 Mar 2024
Africa’s rising cities
As Africa experiences rapid urbanisation, the continent is set to lead the world’s urban future. Jennifer Robinson stresses the importance of building new knowledge across a diversity of urban contexts to grasp how global forces are shaping African…
As Africa experiences rapid urbanisation, the continent is set to lead the world’s urban future. Jennifer Robinson stresses the importance of building new knowledge across a diversity…
As Africa experiences rapid urbanisation, the continent is set to lead the world’s urban future. Jennifer Robinson stresses the importance of…
As Africa experiences rapid urbanisation, the continent is set to lead the world’s urban future. Jennifer Robinson stresses the importance of building new knowledge across a…
As Africa experiences rapid urbanisation, the continent is set to lead the world’s urban future. Jennifer Robinson stresses…
31 Jan 2024
Curbing the cell stress response
A common thread in health issues like cancer, obesity and neurodegenerative diseases is chronic inflammation, which worsens these conditions. Seamus Martin is researching pathways to develop targeted interventions to suppress stress-induced…
A common thread in health issues like cancer, obesity and neurodegenerative diseases is chronic inflammation, which worsens these conditions. Seamus Martin is researching pathways to…
A common thread in health issues like cancer, obesity and neurodegenerative diseases is chronic inflammation, which worsens these conditions. Seamus…
A common thread in health issues like cancer, obesity and neurodegenerative diseases is chronic inflammation, which worsens these conditions. Seamus Martin is researching…
A common thread in health issues like cancer, obesity and neurodegenerative diseases is chronic inflammation, which worsens…
18 Dec 2023
What we lose if snowfall disappears
As winter graces the Northern Hemisphere, European capitals are adorned with the serene beauty of falling snow, marking a season of joy. Marie Dumont is researching how snow, beyond its aesthetic appeal, is a key element in the Earth’s climate…
As winter graces the Northern Hemisphere, European capitals are adorned with the serene beauty of falling snow, marking a season of joy. Marie Dumont is researching how snow, beyond…
As winter graces the Northern Hemisphere, European capitals are adorned with the serene beauty of falling snow, marking a season of joy. Marie Dumont…
As winter graces the Northern Hemisphere, European capitals are adorned with the serene beauty of falling snow, marking a season of joy. Marie Dumont is researching how snow,…
As winter graces the Northern Hemisphere, European capitals are adorned with the serene beauty of falling snow, marking a…
27 Nov 2023
When minds diverge
Is neurodevelopment diversity a disorder to be treated or an identity to be respected? ERC grantee Kristien Hens challenges stigma, exploring first-hand experiences for a richer, more nuanced understanding.
Is neurodevelopment diversity a disorder to be treated or an identity to be respected? ERC grantee Kristien Hens challenges stigma, exploring first-hand experiences for a richer, more…
Is neurodevelopment diversity a disorder to be treated or an identity to be respected? ERC grantee Kristien Hens challenges stigma, exploring first…
Is neurodevelopment diversity a disorder to be treated or an identity to be respected? ERC grantee Kristien Hens challenges stigma, exploring first-hand experiences for a…
Is neurodevelopment diversity a disorder to be treated or an identity to be respected? ERC grantee Kristien Hens challenges…
20 Nov 2023
Connectivity in the ancient world
The eastern Mediterranean was among the earliest ‘global’ markets in human history. Philipp Stockhammer explores ancient food practices and social connections during the Bronze Age, offering valuable insights for today’s world.
The eastern Mediterranean was among the earliest ‘global’ markets in human history. Philipp Stockhammer explores ancient food practices and social connections during the Bronze Age,…
The eastern Mediterranean was among the earliest ‘global’ markets in human history. Philipp Stockhammer explores ancient food practices and social…
The eastern Mediterranean was among the earliest ‘global’ markets in human history. Philipp Stockhammer explores ancient food practices and social connections during the…
The eastern Mediterranean was among the earliest ‘global’ markets in human history. Philipp Stockhammer explores ancient…
25 Oct 2023
How technology is reshaping political campaigns
Digital technology is changing the way political parties campaign for power and influence. Rachel Gibson is researching how social media and artificial intelligence bring about shifts in electoral strategies and the consequent reshaping of democracy.
Digital technology is changing the way political parties campaign for power and influence. Rachel Gibson is researching how social media and artificial intelligence bring about shifts…
Digital technology is changing the way political parties campaign for power and influence. Rachel Gibson is researching how social media and…
Digital technology is changing the way political parties campaign for power and influence. Rachel Gibson is researching how social media and artificial intelligence bring…
Digital technology is changing the way political parties campaign for power and influence. Rachel Gibson is researching how…