Living near the fire – 500 million people worldwide have active volcanoes as neighbors
For some people, it’s a choice based on cultural beliefs or economic opportunities provided by the volcano. Other times it’s less a choice than the only option.
July 13, 2023 • ~7 min
Astro-tourism – chasing eclipses, meteor showers and elusive dark skies from Earth
With two eclipses and several meteor showers coming up, an astronomy professor shares travel tips for viewing astronomical phenomena.
July 5, 2023 • ~9 min
Heading to a beach this summer? Here's how to keep harmful algae blooms from spoiling your trip
The tiny organisms that cause harmful blooms of algae can have a big impact on your trip to the shore. A toxicologist explains what causes these events and how to keep people and pets safe.
May 3, 2023 • ~8 min
William Wordsworth and the Romantics anticipated today's idea of a nature-positive life
The idea that human activity threatens nature, and that it is important to protect wild places, dates back to the dawn of the Industrial Revolution.
Jan. 4, 2023 • ~9 min
Health rights for trans people vary widely around the globe – achieving trans bliss and joy will require equity, social respect and legal protections
While gender-affirming health care is essential to the well-being of trans people, access to quality services varies significantly by geographic region and social context.
Nov. 16, 2022 • ~11 min
How to finance marine conservation without harming local communities
The true cost of marine conservation often falls on vulnerable coastal communities. Can a ‘beneficiary pays’ approach protect both endangered species and the communities dependent on them?
Aug. 15, 2022 • ~6 min
Coastal gentrification in Puerto Rico is displacing people and damaging mangroves and wetlands
Puerto Rico’s tourism industry is booming as nations lift COVID-19 travel restrictions, but development is displacing people who have lived along its coastlines for years.
June 16, 2022 • ~10 min
Protecting biodiversity – and making it accessible – has paid off for Costa Rica
Tourism revenues account for almost 10% of Costa Rica’s gross domestic product. New research shows that charismatic wildlife is necessary but not sufficient to attract ecotourists.
April 22, 2022 • ~9 min
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