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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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These data are collected from surveys of the surface geology and drill holes, which allow geologists to build a picture of the subsurface rock. The models could also be used to monitor other polluting activities, such as agriculture, and advise on how best to minimise their negative impacts. What is Loop? How does Loop work?

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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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Practical activities to help geoscience students develop the skills they need to succeed

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“Students who dream of studying glaciers,” says Lisa, “or exploring the deep sea or the moons of Saturn, might be discouraged with schools that don’t have instructors who can teach glacial geology, physical oceanography or planetary sciences.” Thinking about the environment requires working in all of Earth’s spheres,” says Lisa.

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What did human communities look like 20,000 years ago?

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They are studying sites in the surrounding regions, such as Azraq, as well as those further afield in Cyprus, to understand the extent of hunter-gatherer movement before agricultural village life. “We Lisa highlights geology as a good foundation. To do a degree in either, a foundation in history or sociology is a good start.