Articles for category: Blog, Conservation

Aerial view of a winding river through a forest

The Struggle to Protect the Amazon Rainforest Global Efforts and Challenges

Maria Faith Saligumba

The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the “lungs of the Earth,” is a critical component of the planet’s ecological balance. Spanning over 5.5 million square kilometers across nine South American countries, it is the world’s largest tropical rainforest and home to an estimated 390 billion individual trees divided among 16,000 species. This immense biodiversity ...

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How Climate Change Affects Disease Spread Solutions for Preventing Malaria and Zika

Maria Faith Saligumba

Climate change, a phenomenon characterized by global temperature increases, altered weather patterns, and rising sea levels, poses a significant threat to ecological systems across the globe. Beyond its environmental impacts, climate change has profound effects on human health, particularly through the spread of infectious diseases such as malaria and Zika virus. As climates become warmer ...

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Velociraptor Fossil Discovery How a Small Dinosaur Captivated the World

Maria Faith Saligumba

The discovery of Velociraptor fossils has captivated the scientific community and the general public alike, sparking imaginations and prompting a re-examination of dinosaur paleobiology. Despite its relatively small size, the Velociraptor has become emblematic of the fierce and dynamic creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. This article delves into the story of ...

Super soldiers, biotechnology

Ethical Dilemmas in the Use of Biotechnology for Military Applications: Where Do We Draw the Line?

Annette Uy

Biotechnology has the potential to transform the battlefield and redefine the future of warfare. By offering innovations ranging from genetic modifications to neurological enhancements, biotechnology can create highly efficient soldiers and advanced weaponry. However, these advancements come with significant ethical dilemmas, primarily revolving around where we should draw the line in utilizing biotechnology for military ...

Why We Spell: A Look Into Linguistic Brainpower for the Spelling Bee’s 100th Anniversary

Why We Spell: A Look Into Linguistic Brainpower for the Spelling Bee’s 100th Anniversary

Annette Uy

Have you ever sat in awe, watching a child on stage—sweaty-palmed, eyes blazing, spelling out “pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis” without missing a beat? There’s something electric about spelling bees, a mix of nerves, pride, and raw brainpower that keeps millions glued to their seats. As the Spelling Bee marks its 100th anniversary, it’s not just about tricky words ...

A close-up shot of a cute kitten sleeping peacefully on a soft surface.

15 Bizarre Cat Behaviors and What They Actually Mean

Jan Otte

Imagine waking up at 3 a.m. to find your cat sprinting across the living room like a wild cheetah. Or maybe you’ve caught your feline friend kneading your favorite blanket while purring like a tiny engine. To any cat lover, these antics are equal parts hilarious, confusing, and strangely endearing. But what if I told ...

Microbiome lab

How Dr. Venkatraman Ramakrishnan’s Discovery of the Ribosome Structure Revolutionized Molecular Biology

Maria Faith Saligumba

Molecular biology is a field that delves into the intricate mechanisms defining life at a cellular level, focusing on the interactions between various systems within a cell, such as DNA, RNA, and proteins. Among these cellular components, ribosomes play a critical role by serving as the machinery for protein synthesis, translating genetic information into functional ...

The Crazy Horse Memorial: One Family's Ongoing Sculptural Rebellion

The Crazy Horse Memorial: One Family’s Ongoing Sculptural Rebellion

Annette Uy

The wind howls across the Black Hills, brushing against a mountain face that’s slowly, stubbornly transforming into a vision unlike anything else on Earth. High above the pines, the unfinished profile of a Lakota warrior emerges—a colossal act of resistance, ambition, and grit. The Crazy Horse Memorial is not just a sculpture; it’s a living ...