Innovation

In the heart of Egypt’s Central Eastern Desert, a devastating flash flood swept through Wadi Al-Barud on October 26-27, 2016. The storm, though moderate in rainfall, unleashed a torrent that caused significant infrastructure damage and highlighted th

In the wake of devastating earthquakes, rapid and accurate identification of landslides is crucial for emergency response and infrastructure protection, particularly in the energy sector. A groundbreaking study led by Zhenyu Zhao from the Institute o

In the heart of South Africa, the Roodeplaat Dam has become a stark reminder of the challenges facing water resources worldwide. A new study, led by Samkele Siphelele Mnyango from the Department of Water and Sanitation in Pretoria, delves into the co

In the heart of Washington, D.C., a team of researchers led by Dr. David Gibbs at the World Resources Institute has been meticulously updating a powerful tool to monitor the planet’s lungs—the world’s forests. Their work, recently published, offers a

In the heart of East Africa, a silent crisis brews beneath the surface of seemingly tranquil waters. Unimproved drinking water sources—unprotected wells, surface water, and vendor-provided water—pose a significant health risk to millions. These sourc

In the heart of Egypt’s Eastern Desert, a geological treasure trove is revealing its secrets, thanks to cutting-edge research led by Ahmed M. Eldosouky from Suez University. The Safaga-Semna shear belt (SSSB), a complex network of rock formations, ha

In the heart of Ghana, a silent invasion is underway, one that threatens to reshape the ecological and economic landscape of the Lower Volta Basin. Aquatic macrophytes, or water weeds, are proliferating at an alarming rate, posing significant challen

In the lush, hilly landscapes of Tawangmangu Sub-district, Indonesia, a groundbreaking study is reshaping how we approach landslide risk assessment and mitigation. Led by Arlina Bunga Saputri from the Disaster Research Center at Sebelas Maret Univers