By Veryan Johnson “Wildfire days” are a realistic possibility for California students, but almost mythical for those who go to school in New York City, where we’re much more used to snow days. Until this summer, the words “wildfire day” were hardly more than comical to me. Wildfires and their smoke are seasonal on the …
A Smoky Summer: The East Coast’s Rude Awakening to Wildfires Read More »
Abstract The emerging environmental issue of lake eutrophication was recognized as a water pollution problem in lakes and reservoirs in the mid-20th century, and the situation has become more serious currently worldwide. Human activities accelerate the rate of nutrients entering ecosystems, and the trend is now approaching ecologically critical levels. This project examines whether the …
The Feasible Research of Lakes Eutrophication Using the Ecosystemized multi-Probiotics Read More »
Author: Donald Campbell Abstract: This study examines the effect of the UK COVID-19 lockdown on nitrogen dioxide road traffic emissions and the potential change in carbon dioxide air traffic emissions based on airport usage. In doing so, it compares air quality in specific areas of Greater London and the Scottish Highlands, allowing insight into possible …
Abstract Particulate matter can have negative effects on health when it enters the human body. Therefore, measures have been taken against the exposure to particulate matter. This poses the question of how effective these measures truly are. In this research, the effectiveness of extraction systems, catalytic converters in exhausts and face masks is studied. Test …
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Abstract Air transport plays a crucial role in modern life. It facilitates global transport, international travel and is critical to the workings of the world. However, the industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels to operate. It is essential to consider alternative fuel options in which aviation can survive without finite fossil fuels. This poses …
1.Abstract Science is a vast topic, even more vast than our thought!! For example, you might learn Rutherford’s model for your 9th Grade. But when you transform into a 10th grade’s student and start opening your chemistry book, you’ll find there’s many “why?” behind the model at the beginning of the chapter and when you …
SAVE THE PLANET! YOU ALONE ARE THE SUPER-HUMAN: PART-1: WATER RESOURCES Read More »
By Kavi Ullal Grade 10, Rishi Valley School, Andhra Pradesh, India Abstract The purpose of this article is to describe the biodigester and reed bed toilet system, which offers immense application in the fields of water conservation and sanitation. Many parts of rural India lack enough water for daily use. They also face the issue …
Bio-Toilets: A Potential Solution to India’s Sanitation and Water Needs Read More »
Abstract The Ouseburn Valley within Newcastle upon Tyne is an urban tributary that has been placed under pressure as a result of the continuing urban development and changes to its climate. Sourced in Callerton, a region in the north-east close to Newcastle Airport, the tributary flows over approximately 17.5 km and through numerous urban and …
Measuring Pollution Levels in Newcastle-upon-Tyne Read More »
Abstract More than 5 trillion plastic pieces – a major contributor being microplastics – are afloat in the world\’s oceans[1]. Microplastics are less than five millimeters in length, are problematic to remove using filters, and cause other ecological damages. Over time, multiple morphologies and polymers of microplastics have increased in quantity in San Francisco Bay …
Nguyen B. Chau Abstract In 2020, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam’s biggest metropolitan cities rank 16th and 11th, respectively on the list of the world’s most polluted cities. Yet, the research body investigating the effects of exposure to air particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), which mainly contributes to air pollution, on Vietnamese’ …
