'Historically inclined' anthropologists trace the evolution of US emergency risk assessment and response
"Where were you when …?"
Environment
Mar 14, 2022
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News tagged with uncertain future
The COVID-19 is a unique opportunity to move towards more sustainable and equitable society
Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä highlight how the struggles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic can guide us toward an equitable use of our shared environment and a transition toward sustainability.
Social Sciences
Apr 21, 2021
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Oregon's Western Cascades watershed to experience larger, more frequent fires
The Clackamas Basin rarely experiences the intense fire activity that burned in the watershed during the Labor Day fires, but new research out of Portland State University shows that wildfires like the Riverside Fire, which ...
Earth Sciences
Dec 14, 2020
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Discovery of new glider species highlights conservation risk
Research by Charles Darwin University has changed what was known about the charismatic nectar-loving sugar glider, finding that they are at more risk than ever, particularly after the recent bushfires devastating south-eastern ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 17, 2020
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Protecting rare species can benefit human life
Preserving rare species for the sake of global biodiversity has long been the primary focus for conservationists.
Ecology
May 16, 2019
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Tasmania fires may 'wipe out' ancient species
Tasmania's ancient rainforest and alpine flora species face an uncertain future, scientists have warned, after out-of-control bushfires consumed vast tracts of wild bushland.
Environment
Feb 15, 2019
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Research shows four in five experts cited in online news are men
Who gets to speak? Who do we listen to? And whose opinions do we respect? These questions are always important, but even more so now, as the UK faces an uncertain future, and political leaders need to make some tough decisions. ...
Internet
Jul 19, 2018
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India's Infosys cuts forecast over 'uncertain' future
Indian software giant Infosys cut its annual earnings outlook for the second time in just three months Friday, sending shares down almost three percent, as cautious clients rein in spending.
Business
Oct 14, 2016
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'Cloud' lifts Microsoft earnings above expectations
Microsoft on Thursday reported quarterly profits ahead of most expectations, as revenues got a boost from its Xbox consoles and Internet "cloud" services for enterprises.
Business
Oct 23, 2014
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Researchers find smart decisions for changing environmental times
You've just been told you're going on a trip. The only problem is, you don't know where you're going, how you'll be traveling, or what you'll do when you get there.
Ecology
Jun 21, 2011
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