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Ruth Burke, a Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts assistant professor, is using a North Central Region SARE grant to work with farmers to use mixed power to establish two pollinator plots and two pollinator-friendly earthworks in McLean County. Discover more about her research and that of the other recent grant recipients: https://lnkd.in/gw8nDYTi

This year's Royal Institution Christmas Lectures will be delivered by Dr Chris van Tulleken, author of 'Ultra-Processed People: Why Do We All Eat Stuff That Isn't Food... and Why Can't We Stop?', and co-presenter with his twin brother Xand of CBBC's 'Operation Ouch!'. If you can access these lectures, you absolutely must watch them. Dr. Chris's research on food and diet is potentially globally transformative, obviously for people's diet and health, but also for habitat and biodiversity conservation, resource consumption and climate change, and waste and pollution. The Christmas Lectures are the oldest lecture series in the world, at 199 years of continuous delivery by the Royal Institution, stopping only for World War Two. Their intention is to provide cutting edge science to inspire and inform children, but adults are always amazed at how much they can learn, too. Eminent scientists and public figures such as Michael Faraday (founder), Sir David Attenborough, Carl Sagan, and Baroness Susan Greenfield (the first female) are past presenters. https://lnkd.in/es6gfiWF

🌱NEW BLOG🌱 In a world that seems to spin faster with each passing day, the benefits of nature’s tranquility provides more than just picturesque landscapes. Find out how modern science now offers a robust body of evidence to reinforce the call of the wild! Read more here⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gXkj5PZs

Our nature trail is coming along nicely.  https://lnkd.in/edgD-YF5

CGEP was born from Mann’s own research on the intersections of geography and educational policy. His work includes exploring school district enrollment patterns, the relationship between space and educational inequality, and segregation in schools. https://lnkd.in/gBx2XNx6

Happy #EarthDay! First observed #OnThisDay in 1970, when an estimated 20 million people nationwide attended the inaugural events at tens of thousands of sites including elementary and secondary schools, universities, and community sites across the United States. Many might not realize an American conservation movement existed long before the first Earth Day. These efforts include the designation of some of America’s most majestic #NationalParks such as #MountRainier, #Yosemite, #Acadia, and the #GrandCanyon in addition to the creation of the National Park Service. "The Evolution of the #ConservationMovement, 1850-1920" documents the historical formation and cultural foundations of the movement to conserve and protect America's natural heritage, through books, pamphlets, government documents, manuscripts, prints, photographs, and motion picture footage drawn from the collections of the Library of Congress. The collection, available online, consists of 62 books and pamphlets, 140 Federal statutes and Congressional resolutions, 34 additional legislative documents, excerpts from the Congressional Globe and the Congressional Record, 360 Presidential proclamations, 170 prints and photographs, 2 historic manuscripts, and 2 motion pictures. https://buff.ly/449m94A

Story of the broken jar There are few exceptional features of this story which tells about a 4 year old child who broke a priceless ancient jar. 1) The way parents handled it: They actually reported that to security! Secondly, it doesn't look as if they added to the trauma of the child by punishing him. 2) The way museum handled it. There was no " banned for entering again". The family along with the child were welcomed back. They learnt about restoration. 3) No hue and cry in their media blaming the museum authorities. No statements by politicians about damage to " national treasure ". 4) Museum will still continue the policy of open display. Mature communities lead to mature institutions which inturn lead to developed nations. Scientific curiosity needs nurturing environment, not necessarily a new educational policy. https://lnkd.in/gbVyUbnR

🦠 Our case study on Marvellous Microbes is live on the National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) website, a leading organisation supporting public engagement in higher education. This project combines theatre with science to engage over 400 children in understanding the vital role of microorganisms in sustainability. Discover the lessons we've learned about accessibility, eco-friendly practices, and the positive impact on students, teachers, and communities. With Newcastle University and Durham University. https://lnkd.in/ejNYzdmj

Want to learn more about some of our amazing research labs on campus?? Check out this great article on "Sharks @the Beach and Science in the Hall" and the impact our research has on the community! #GoBeach

This lecture collection explores a wide range of topics that shape the world of tomorrow, from the mysteries of particle physics to the pressing challenges of water security and the ethical dilemmas of aging research. The video brings together diverse perspectives on topics such as water resources, environmental sustainability, cutting-edge materials, the mysteries of the universe, and the future of human health and innovation. Watch on YT: https://lnkd.in/deRszUJ5