Categorie: English Science Blog
Meet Antonella. Dreamer, mom and … top scientist.
door Sarah Leuridan
Meeting Antonella is like a positive, warm and determined whirlwind. Last May, she was crowned the most promising young researcher in Flanders. Wtnschp was curious to find out more …
Lees verderHumpback whales may be migrating further than originally expected
door Joëlle De Weerdt
Marine biologist Joëlle studies the migration of humpback whales in Nicaragua. Through her citizen science project with the local people, she makes a bewildering discovery.
Lees verderElephants prevent soil depletion in African Savana
door Judith Sitters
In her previous blog biologist Judith Sitters wrote about her adventures in the North. In this article she portrays her latest fieldwork in the African Savannah. She talks about the hellish noise the cliff-ties made at night, the elephants who wanted to play soccer. Oh, and the leopard that apparently passed on her run more than once…
Lees verderPast Pandemics and Modern Misconceptions
door Veronica Jackson
To many, the quarantine measures of the last few months may seemed unprecedented. Remaining indoors, staying distanced from friends, loved ones, and even strangers on the street, planning grocery shopping ahead of time like a military operation and being constantly aware of your surroundings is draining and definitely not what we are used to. The notion of these regulations as purely modern is, however, inaccurate. Medieval cities throughout Europe had many regulations regarding public hygiene that were strictly and regularly enforced with a view towards preserving the people’s greater health.
Lees verderSaving the world from anthrax with … a llama
door Sarah Leuridan
Antonella Fioravanti is a sharp young scientist who found a way to destroy anthrax bacteria. Against all odds ànd with the help of a llama, we might add. Buckle up, and enjoy the ride.
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