THE SCIENCE AND POLITICS BEHIND THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON MASS-FIRES
In order to understand the science behind the recent mass-burning of the Brazilian Amazon, we must put this man-made catastrophe in the context of Brazilian politics. Read more [...]
Tecnoculture Podcast – Episode #2: Robin Boast
Robin Boast is Professor of Information Science and Culture at the Department of Media Studies, University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. In this episode, he speaks about how digital media have impacted our life and work environment. Read more [...]
THE POETRY OF SCIENCE – EPISODE 6: Daylight Transmission
Recent research has shown that across Africa a higher percentage of mosquito bites than previously thought take place at times when people are not protected by nets and insecticide. Read more [...]
Let’s improve research culture together: MetisTalk wants to hear from you
Huge issues are facing our societies; climate change, antimicrobial resistance, feeding a growing population, resource shortages and pollution to name a few. Humanity is going to need the best people doing the best research in order for us to find ways to meet these challenges. Read more [...]
Do Schools Need a Robotics Program?
There are multiple reasons why schools, students and society all benefit when schools invest in robotics programs. Plus, getting such a program off the ground isn’t as difficult as it might sound. Read more [...]
The Poetry of Science – Episode 5: Growing Dark in the Cold
Recent research has shown that mushrooms in colder climates tend to be darker than those in warmer environments. Read more [...]
Technoculture Podcast – Episode #1: Michael Matlosz
The first guest interviewed by Federica Bressan for the Technoculture podcast was Michael Matlosz, President of EuroScience Read more [...]
Games for Good – Carbon City Zero
In this Q&A we talk to Dr Sam Illingworth and Dr Paul Wake from Manchester Metropolitan University, about the card game that they have made to develop dialogue around climate change and heat decarbonisation. Read more [...]
Technoculture Podcast
Technoculture is a podcast launched in 2018 by Federica Bressan which consists of a series of one-on-one conversations with experts in the fields of technology, research, art, and science. Read more [...]
The social value of trained audio describers
Introduced in the 70s, audio description has improved access to several cultural services, and it has increased freedom, independence and life quality to a vast portion of the audience suffering from sight loss. Read more [...]
What Are the Biggest Engineering Challenges?
Finding new ways to solve problems and approach challenges is a significant part of the engineering industry. Engineers rely on science and mathematics to solve everything from power generation to how to build the world's tallest skyscraper without it falling over. Read more [...]
The Poetry of Science – Episode 4: The Dance of the Dung Beetle
Recent research has shown how dung beetles use the sun, the wind, and even the stars to navigate. Join Dr Illingworth for a poetic investigation into the internal compasses of these fascinating insects. Read more [...]
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