Articles (Environment)

The Gift of the Nile
(Earth Sciences)

The Egyptian authority is working hard towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its Sustainable Development Strategy (SDS): Egypt Vision 2030.


Top 5: Inventions that were the Worst-Ever for the World
(Inventions and Innovations)

Even well-intentioned inventions can have the worst consequences; let us explore our top five picks, and know why they can be considered the worst-ever inventions.


When Nature Speaks: What Animals Tell Us About Climate Change
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Animals have become a vital source for understanding the impacts of climate change through their behavior and physical changes.


Glaciology: A Brief Account
(Earth Sciences)

Ice comes in different forms: ice sheets, glaciers, sea ice, and frozen ground.

The Science of Furniture
(Education, Business, and Society)

Indeed, technological advancements have their input in the furniture industry.

Bizarre Animals’ Defense Mechanisms
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Animals use numerous astonishing mechanisms to survive. 

Epigenetics: The Interplay of Genes and Environment
(Human Body)

Are your genetic traits inherently affected by your environment?

In Depth: An Interview with Dr. Emad Khalil (Part I)
(Earth Sciences)

In this mind-opening interview, Dr. Emad Khalil shares with us valuable information on the issues of pollution and global warming, and the challenges facing the environment and marine life in particular as a result of this global crisis.


Aquatic Plants: Friend or Foe?
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Aquatic plants can live in saltwater or freshwater; they grow in or near water. 

Nature's Wonders: Blood Falls and the Mariana Trench
(Earth Sciences)

Nature guides us to understand ourselves, our world, and the universe.

Out of Orbit
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

The history of spacefaring includes failures that remind us of the dangers of venturing to space.


The Brain in Your Belly
(Human Body)

Our gut is home to a vast community of microorganisms known as the gut microbiome; this interesting community plays a vital role in our health.


Introduction to Animal Behavior
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Animal behavior includes processes through which animals perceive the world and the internal state of their bodies, and react to changes.


Water Filters
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

Out of all the water on Earth, freshwater makes up about 3% only; yet, is it really safe to drink?



Is a Cashless Future a Good Thing?
(Education, Business, and Society)

We are moving towards a cashless future where we can pay for things by simply scanning a QR code or waving our cards. 

Designing towards Sustainability
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Sustainable design involves new methods and strategies for design and construction. 

An Interview with Banlastic Cofounder
(Education, Business, and Society)

In this interview, we seek to highlight a notable young figure with a considerable track record in sustainability.

The Woes of Flying the Warming Skies
(Earth Sciences)

Turbulence is an irregular motion of the air caused by eddies and vertical currents. 

Birders
(Education, Business, and Society)

Birders play a role in the conservation of nature; they assist scientists, researchers, and environmental specialists by participating in birding events, a practice known as citizen science.


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