Science Poems
Roots of Renewal
Protecting the Amazon rainforest reduces deforestation, improves air quality, and lowers respiratory diseases, benefiting both biodiversity and human health.
Nov 21, 2024
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Sam Illingworth
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Sam is a Professor in Creative Pedagogies. His research is concerned with trying to engage and empower people with science, especially those from under-served communities. He writes science poems to try and communicate some of the beautiful and important scientific research that is being done on a daily basis, all across the world.
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Beneath the Shelf’s Skin
Warm water under Antarctica’s ice shelves speeds up melting. A Seaglider study provides insights into this process, aiding climate predictions.
Nov 14, 2024
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A Map of Echoes
Bats use echolocation for long-distance navigation, creating sound-based maps, with vision enhancing accuracy, showing adaptability in challenging environments.
Nov 7, 2024
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Colour Shift
Deforestation drives insect evolution, with species adapting new colours to blend or warn. This rapid, human-driven change reveals wildlife's resilience and adaptability in transforming ecosystems.
Oct 31, 2024
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Tethered by Moonglow
Moonlight influences animal behaviour, with many species adjusting activity, particularly in tropical forest environments.
Oct 24, 2024
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The Volatility of Life
Research reveals that most of Earth’s zinc likely came from ancient, unmelted space rocks, shedding light on how planets form.
Oct 17, 2024
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Where Migration Ends
Research on migratory songbirds shows reduced survival due to poor non-breeding conditions, highlighting the impact of climate change on bird populations.
Oct 10, 2024
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Wood Vaulting
Trees naturally capture carbon dioxide, but buried wood in low-oxygen environments offers promising long-term carbon sequestration.
Oct 3, 2024
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The Forge of the Sea
Wind-blown iron dust helps oceans absorb carbon and support life. Its availability changes with distance, affecting climate predictions.
Sep 26, 2024
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Painting Petals
Flowers use colourful petal patterns to attract bees, with boundaries set early in development, influencing pollinator preferences.
Sep 19, 2024
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Lost in the Night Light
Nighttime light exposure has been linked to increased Alzheimer’s disease risk, especially in younger people.
Sep 12, 2024
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Under Wandering Light
Research on meteoroid streams reveals early solar system conditions, offering insights into the formation of comets and asteroids.
Aug 29, 2024
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Echoes in the Earth
Ecoacoustics uses sound to monitor soil life, showing healthier biodiversity in restored woodlands, offering a new way to protect ecosystems.
Aug 22, 2024
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The Nature of the Selfie
Social media boosts nature tourism but disrupts wildlife, prompting calls for ethical guidelines to protect vulnerable species and biodiversity.
Aug 15, 2024