Michael Thompson earned his degree in Agricultural Engineering from Purdue University in the USA, specializing in precision agriculture and smart farming technologies. His work revolves around the development of automated systems that increase farm efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Michael is now a senior engineer at a leading agri-tech company, where he designs innovative solutions for modern agriculture.

Aoudad and Bighorn Sheep Share Common Respiratory Pathogens

Researchers at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences have found that aoudad, a species in the sheep and goat family, can catch and spread respiratory pathogens

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Potential Disruption of Manta ‘Superhighway’ by Mining Operations

If you’re a reef manta, then northeastern Indonesia is the place to be. In the clear blue waters of the Raja Ampat archipelago, these majestic creatures thrive, with populations actually

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Improving Ammonia Synthesis Efficiency through Spinell Cobalt Oxide Insights

Researchers have made a significant advancement in developing catalysts for converting nitrate to ammonia, which has wide-ranging implications for sustainable energy, agriculture, and industry. Ammonia is crucial for global food

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Smart Water Management Strategies for Sustainable Agriculture in Urban Environments

As urban populations continue to grow, the need for sustainable practices within city environments becomes increasingly critical. One area requiring immediate attention is water management, particularly in the realm of

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Engineers create comprehensive solution for capturing and eliminating ‘forever chemicals’

Chemical engineers at the University of British Columbia have developed a new treatment system that effectively traps and treats PFAS substances, also known as “forever chemicals,” in water. PFAS are

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Unique Desert Preservation: Where Tradition Meets Innovation

The vast grasslands of sub-Saharan Africa are both beautiful and at risk. In a new series called “Saving the Savanna,” we explore how communities are working to protect these important

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Utilizing Microbes to Upcycle Excess Carbon Dioxide

Microbes play a crucial role in our world, from causing illness to helping us survive. Scientists have engineered a microbe called Cupriavidus necator H16 to combat greenhouse gases by converting

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Navigating a Sustainable Future on World Oceans Day

The ocean is the lifeblood of our planet, providing food, regulating climate, and supporting economies. However, unprecedented heat waves, coastal development, overfishing, and pollution are threatening marine ecosystems and the

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Eco-friendly Synthesis of Sulfonyl Fluorides using Novel Green Chemistry

A groundbreaking chemical process has been developed that converts thiols and disulfides into sulfonyl fluorides using SHC5® and KF, advancing the field of “click chemistry” with efficiency and environmental friendliness.

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Reforestation Costs Lower Than Expected

Restoring forests is crucial for mitigating climate change, but it can be costly and there are different approaches to achieve it. A recent study, published in Nature Climate Change, compares

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