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Farming on permafrost

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Farming on permafrost Published: Climate change is creating new opportunities for agriculture, by providing longer and warmer growing seasons, and thawing frozen ground. However, temperatures in the USA’s most northern state are on the rise, and this is being accompanied by an increase in agricultural activity.

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What Fields Are Included in STEM: A Comprehensive Overview

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In this article, we will delve into the fascinating worlds of Physics and Astronomy, Biology and Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Chemistry and Materials Science, as well as Computer Science and Information Technology. Did you know that over 6.2

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Growing a community: building the Plant Cell Atlas

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“The development of innovative tools is enabling us to make unprecedented discoveries within plant science,” says Sue. These tools and approaches cover systems biology, synthetic biology, biosensors, data science, artificial intelligence, gene editing, precision breeding, the microbiome, and more.”.

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Dental discoveries: How is dental research improving oral health?

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The condition of our teeth and mouth not only impacts our physical health, but also has a significant influence on our mental health. If we do not look after our teeth, the resulting physical discomfort and negative self-image can make us miserable. Unfortunately, some people have oral diseases that are not treated in time.

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Modelling mines: how can a new 3D modelling platform make mining more sustainable and be part of the solution to climate change?

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They produce samples that reveal how an orebody is layered (its stratigraphy) and other aspects of its lithology and physical characteristics. Loop software combines these data to make predictions about the lithology and stratigraphy of an orebody. Drill holes can extend deep into the rock. Why are community values important to Loop?

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The power of geographic information systems: bringing data to life with maps

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Dr Elsa Anderson Role: Assistant Professor, Programme in Environmental Science Institution: Northwestern University (Evanston, Illinois) I teach an urban ecology class that aims to engage students in learning about nature where they live and understanding the interactions between people and their surroundings.