Today's episode is about minerals, specifically rare earth elements that quietly power our modern world, from electric vehicles to missile guidance systems. These 17 obscure materials are the backbone of our 21st century technologies, and right now they're overwhelmingly controlled by a single country, China. We'll break down what rare earths are, why they matter, how China came to dominate the global supply chain and what the US can realistically do to catch up. We'll also talk about America's

For more than 30 years, Dr. Marsha Dickson has worked to make fashion more fair. From research and teaching to launching the Better Buying Institute, she’s led the change to center supplier voices and responsible purchasing in the pursuit of decent work. Now, as she steps away from day-to-day leadership and into a much-deserved retirement, Dr. Dickson reflects on what’s changed — and what still needs to be done.Learn more about Better Buying at cascale.org/tools-programs/better-buyingVisit Under

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Did you know that this podcast is produced by Digital Stormwater? Digital Stormwater B2B Visibility & Digital Marketing, making a difference in stormwater 1 click at a time! They do all things digital. Check them out at DigitalStormwater.com because the best-known beats best every time.Key Takeaways Flexamat design: Concrete blocks with embedded geogrid over erosion control blankets. Designed to vegetate through 30 percent openings. Mowable surface when established. Install made simple:

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In the flop of a movie, Waterworld, Kevin Costner's character (spoiler alert!) develops gills as an adaptation to a flooded planet altered by climate change. This plays into the all-too-prevalent misconception that as the Earth warms, we humans don't need to worry — we'll simply evolve and adapt. In this episode of Safeguarding Sound Science, host Mat Kaplan talks with Libby Cowgill, associate professor of anthropology at the University of Missouri, Columbia, and NCSE Executive Director Amanda L

Here's my latest forecast for the next several days. It turns drier after this morning's showers.

Рассказываем об удивительных уголках природы и людях, их исследующих. В гостях у Евгения Сазонова географ и полярник Кирилл Галустов рассказывает о своем путешествии в Антарктиду.Подписывайтесь на наш подкаст на любой удобной платформе, чтобы не пропустить рассказы о самых захватывающих приключениях наших дней и современных путешественниках.

Hannah's guest for this episode is Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh who is director of the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations at the University of Bath.Lorraine is an environmental psychologist, specialising in perceptions and behaviour in relation to climate change, energy and transport. She regularly advises governmental and other organisations on low-carbon behaviour change and climate change communication. As part of her work she has also worked closely researching the behaviour of

⁠オープンチャット「ナオト博士の研究室」への参加はこちら⁠骨のない、グニャグニャのタコ。でも彼らは這うとき、腕に「一時的な関節」を作り出していました。しかも平均3本の腕で体を支え、使う順番にもリズムがある──。Nature誌に掲載されたこの研究は、史上初めて深海の野生環境で、タコの動きを3Dで定量測定したもの。「本物を見ずにタコ型ロボットを作ろうとしていた」工学者たちに衝撃を与えた、革命的な発見を解説します。NatureIn situ light-field imaging of octopus locomotion reveals simplified control

In this video, I explore the history and current state of university turfgrass programs—from their rise during the post-war boom in golf, parks, and sports fields to their decline in recent decades. I explain how turfgrass faculty positions are created and filled, what factors lead to the loss of those positions, and why many programs are now disappearing altogether. I connect the dots between enrollment trends, industry funding, and the shifting priorities of universities that have left turfgrass

In this episode, we explore a unique initiative that puts water quality testing directly into the hands of high school students across Nebraska. Sara Brock-Contreras, a PhD student advised by Dr. Dan Snow, joins us to discuss her work on the Know Your Well program—an innovative educational and participatory science effort that equips students with the tools, training, and confidence to test domestic wells in their communities. Through hands-on learning, students gain a deeper understanding of

“Elephants are some of the last megafauna we have left. And without them we are kind of screwed,” says Dr. Julia Shaw on the latest ‘Climate Curious on Crime’. Tune in with Julia and co-hosts Ben Hurst and Maryam Pasha as they discuss the role of megafauna in engineering ecosystems, what charismatic megafauna bias is, and how international ivory poaching bans have helped elephant populations bounce back.Listen to episode 3/4 of ‘Climate Curious on Crime: Ep.3 The Shuidong Syndicate case and the

Send us a text Factories faded, suburbs sprawled, and glass towers rose where cranes once loaded coal. We dive into the three forces that rewired modern cities—deindustrialisation, decentralisation, and the rise of the service economy—and map how they still shape jobs, housing, transport, and climate today. We start with the collapse of manufacturing in the UK, US, and beyond, unpacking the combined punch of globalisation, automation, and policy. From the textile exodus to robotics on car li...

Our imagination has been captured by stories of rewilding ecosystems… What if we told you that farmers can rewild soils? About half of the world's habitable land is used for agriculture, either for growing crops or grazing livestock, meaning farmers have an outsized responsibility for the complex webs of life that make up the soil. So in Part 2 we’re starting with people. We’ll travel from farms alongside ancient Gondwana rainforest, to rainy green fields north of London, to small-scale growers in

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En este capítulo, exploramos la historia genética del caballo ibérico a partir de un nuevo estudio publicado en Nature Communications. El análisis de ADN antiguo ha revelado la existencia de un linaje autóctono que habitó la península durante más de veinte mil años, convivió con los primeros caballos domesticados y desapareció coincidiendo con las Guerras Púnicas, en un periodo de grandes movilizaciones entre África, Iberia e Italia. Los restos del yacimiento tartésico de Casas del Turuñuelo, en

Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is Jen Carfagno, co-host of America’s Morning Headquarters and the Weather Geeks podcast on The Weather Channel. A Penn State meteorology graduate with over 25 years of experience, she has covered major weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and blizzards, helping audiences understand storm science. Starting behind the scenes before becoming an on-air meteorologist, she earned an Emmy Award for her coverage of Hurricane Helene in 2024. Known as the “Dewpoint Diva,”

In this episode of the Biochar Show, host John Webster engages with Brian Borkowitz and Noah Pechatsko from Davy Tree, discussing their passion for trees, the importance of urban resilience, and the role of biochar in sustainable tree care. They explore the challenges of biomass management, customer satisfaction, and the benefits of incorporating biochar into soil health and plant performance. The conversation also delves into the operational aspects of building a biochar facility, the significance