Elizabeth Borneman
Language Development and Geography
Researchers around the world are pooling their resources and knowledge to find out how climate affects language development.
Map of the Earth’s Antineutrino Glow
A new map of antineutrino emissions has been created by scientists using data collected by detectors in Italy and Japan.
Geography of Foucault Pendulums
French philosopher Leon Foucault developed a pendulum to prove that the Earth rotates on its axis. The swing of the pendulum varies depending on its location on Earth.
Researchers: Satellite Imagery Could Boost Wildlife Conservation
An increased number of scientists, conservationists and technology scions are banding together to use their various strengths to benefit conservation efforts to track global biodiversity.
Are Ecosystems That are Rich in Biodiversity More Resilient to Diseases?
An ecosystem that is rich in biodiversity is stronger and more resilient to diseases, a recent series of studies has shown.
Vegetation Helps to Lessen the Effects of Urban Heat Islands
The abundance, or lack, of vegetation in a city can have an effect on how much heat cities retain, known as the urban heat island effect.
Changes in Light from Space
Astronauts on the International Space Station have studied the light emissions coming from older lights and newer LED lights and have found that LED lights actually make light pollution worse.
California is Sinking Faster than Previously Thought
Researchers are tracking the changes in California’s geography from the effects of drought using a remote sensing system called interferometric synthetic aperture radar, or InSAR.
This Hurricane Formed Farther East Than Any Other Since Satellites Began Tracking Hurricanes
A hurricane, dubbed Hurricane Fred, formed farther east than any other recorded hurricane since satellites began tracking such weather events
Recent Efforts to Map and Cleanup the Ocean Garbage Patches
The Ocean Cleanup has recently sent out a ship full of researchers and volunteers to help map and begin cleanup efforts on the Pacific Ocean garbage patch.
Map of the World Without Humans
In a world without humans, elk and buffalo would roam the Great Plains and elephants might still trumpet across Europe.
The Prime Meridian isn’t Where You Think it is
The true Prime Meridian is located about 334 feet east of the current Airy Transit Circle at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England.
Geography of Tweets
In an analysis of ‘big data’ from Twitter, people who lived in larger cities around the world were more likely to mention other large cities or international locations.
Tracking Populations Using Sewage
Scientists and researchers have recently begun tracking the populations of cities in the United States using the amount of sewage produced.
The White Shark Café
The White Shark Café is an area of the Pacific Ocean where great white sharks are fond of swimming.
Desert Carbon Sinks
Research suggest that the world’s deserts may be storing some of the climate-changing carbon dioxide emitted by human activities.
Fire Seasons Becoming Longer and More Frequent
Research on fire seasons indicates that around 25% of Earth’s vegetated surfaces now experience a longer fire season.
Mapping the Link Between Linguistic Diversity and Genes
Researchers are studying the link between language and genetics.
The Urban Heat Island Effect is Triggering Larger and More Spiders
Researchers in Australia have found that the urban heat island effect results in larger and more abundant spiders.
Map of Where the Population of Europe Is Growing and Where It’s Declining
An interactive map of Europe has been compiled with census data showing areas of the continent where the population is growing and declining.
EJSCREEN: Mapping the Connection Between the Environment and Demographics
EJSCREEN is a mapping app that intersects data sets from recent censuses and environmental maps to help users understand the relationship between the environment and demographics.
How to Build a Smart City in Twenty Steps
Lessons learned from urban planning projects around the world have been summarized into a short, 20-step do-it-yourself guide to building a Smart City.
When You Can’t Make Make Mental Maps: Developmental Topographical Disorientation
Developmental Topographical Disorientation is a rare neurological condition that prevents people from creating mental maps of their surroundings and impairs navigation.
2,000 Miles of Ocean Seafloor and Coastline Imagery Available from the USGS
The U.S. Geological Survey offers 2,000 miles worth of coastlines and seafloor imagery surrounding the United States to the public to view.
Philanthropic Mapping
Learn about how philanthropic mapping is helping to develop geographic data for needed areas around the world.