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Mark Altaweel

Mark Altaweel is a Reader in Near Eastern Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology, University College London, having held previous appointments and joint appointments at the University of Chicago, University of Alaska, and Argonne National Laboratory. Mark has an undergraduate degree in Anthropology and Masters and PhD degrees from the University of Chicago’s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations.
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Marine Spatial Planning Index

November 28, 2023 by Mark Altaweel

The goal of marine spatial planning (MSP) is to balance ocean space use and environmental protection.

Categories Oceanography Tags oceans
A diagram showing the formation of internal waves underneath the surface of the water.

The Role of Internal Waves in Climate Change

November 18, 2023 by Mark Altaweel

Scientists from the UK and US have identified underwater internal waves as crucial in understanding and addressing climate change.

Categories Oceanography Tags climate change, ocean circulation
Two maps of the Los Angeles area showing changes in nitrogen dioxide over time.

Mapping Air Pollution in the United States

November 6, 2023 by Mark Altaweel

NEMO and TEMPO are two scientific endeavors aimed at producing hourly air pollution maps of the United States.

Categories Environmental Geography Tags air pollution
A flooded street with buildings in the background.

Rising Sea Levels and Human Migration

November 29, 2023October 30, 2023 by Mark Altaweel

Researchers predict that by 2100 between 17 to 72 million people will migrate as a result of coastal land loss due to sea level rise.

Categories Environmental Geography Tags climate change, sea level rise
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Using AI to Design Cities

September 24, 2023 by Mark Altaweel

Researchers now are trying to use artificial intelligence techniques, including deep reinforcement learning, to design more efficient and sustainable urban spaces.

Categories Population Geography Tags urban planning
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