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Why is there suddenly such a high demand for archaeologists in Italy?

EU COVID recovery funds have poured billions into the construction sector, increasing the need for preventive archaeology to check for historical treasures.

Ocean

Marine heatwaves 'spreading like wildfires,' warn experts

In partnership with the European Commission

The research team from the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute has invited us to witness the devastating impact of these heatwaves on fragile underwater ecosystems.

Ocean

Interview: Why are marine heatwaves on the rise?

In partnership with the European Commission

Dr. Karina von Schuckmann, a renowned oceanographer and IPCC expert, points to Earth’s energy imbalance as the key driver behind our rapidly warming oceans.

Next Series

Meet Elmar Asgarzade, the inventor behind a fuel-saving green invention

In partnership with Azpromo

Elmar Asgarzade, Chief Science Officer at Extra Mile Technologies and Senior Engineer at Baku Higher Oil School, shares his journey in developing a pioneering green invention that significantly reduces engine friction and fuel consumption.

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Culture news

Artists need indie record labels more than ever, report claims

Newly formed music label think tank ORCA wants to educate the world on how important the music industry is.

Nature

Breakthrough tech will help researchers track polar bears in the wild

Current research relies on satellite collars that can only be fitted to adult female bears.

Earth News

Anti-ageing secrets from sharks? Scientists say it’s a possibility

The study found that higher ocean temperatures could threaten the unique species of shark.

Ocean

Scientific work with fishers shaping future of Malta's marine sector

In partnership with the European Commission

The fishing sector accounts for just 1% of Malta's GDP and employs 1000 fishers. But with fishing deeply linked to the nation's identity, collaboration between Maltese fishers and scientists is helping to shape the growth of the fishing sector and future of Malta's marine ecosystem.

Ocean

Interview: Malta's fishing sector buoyed by scientific observation

In partnership with the European Commission

Luca Pisani, a marine biologist at Aquatic Resources Malta, emphasises the importance of maintaining a strong working relationship with fishermen who welcome scientists like him aboard their ships.

Tech News

Researchers develop new method to prevent AI hallucinations - study

Researchers looked at a method that can predict when an artificial intelligence (AI) text model is likely to “hallucinate”, according to a new study.

Nature

Elephants call each other by unique names, new study reveals

Researchers found that the low rumbles of African elephants could be them calling one another by name.

Health news

Sleep supplement melatonin may be linked to lower risk of vision loss

Melatonin - an over-the-counter supplement to help people sleep - may decrease the risks of age-related eyesight loss, a US study showed.

wellbeing

Parasocial relationships may cheer you up more than casual ones

A favourite YouTuber or a beloved book character may be more effective at cheering you up than an acquaintance, UK researchers say

Health news

Less intensive treatment can help some cancer patients, research finds

Multiple studies showed that less intensive treatment may lead to better outcomes.

Earth News

Are bright colours fueling microplastic pollution?

The study’s authors say manufacturers should give more thought to what colour they make short-lived items.

Work

Euroviews. European startups need to start working with NGOs for free

In a world that is waking up to the difference between, for example, genuinely sustainable initiatives from companies and green-washing, it is not enough to just say you believe in tech for good — you have to do it, Jacek Siadkowski writes.

Health news

Nightmares and 'daymares' linked to the onset of autoimmune diseases

A recent study suggests that nightmares and "daymares" might signal flare-ups of autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Nature

This Italian museum has recreated a Tanzanian butterfly forest

The Butterfly Forest was created this spring to create public awareness on some of the research that MUSE is doing in Udzungwa Mountains to study and protect the world’s biodiversity.

Nature

Bison in Romania could offset emissions from 43,000 cars, study finds

Experts say it shows how rewilding could be a 'major option' for policymakers in the face of rapidly accelerating climate change.

Climate

Ancient Antarctic ice reveals ‘unprecedented’ rise in CO2

Ice built up in the Antarctic over hundreds of thousands of years is helping scientists to understand today's climate.