Katie Burton
Climate change-triggered ticks causing rise in ‘ghost moose’
Nov 27, 2018
Published in
Wildlife
The unprecedented frequency of winter tick epidemics have resulted in a 70 per cent death rate for New Hampshire’s moose calves
The carbon-raising effect of fatter plants
Nov 09, 2018
Published in
Climate
Most plants thicken their leaves in response to higher carbon levels in the atmosphere – a new climate change model reveals this could have a big impact on global warming
Microplastics in mosquitos could contaminate food chains
Oct 26, 2018
Published in
Water
New research reveals that microplastics can survive in mosquitos from larvae to adult, raising the possibility of particles being transferred from freshwater to land
Eight great TED Talks for geography lovers
Oct 24, 2018
Published in
Films
Ever since 1984, when the first TED conference took place, this non-profit organisation has been devoted to spreading ideas through engaging presentations. We’ve rounded up eight of the most informative, hopeful and inspirational TED talks suitable for fans of geography
Everyday incarceration: why the UK’s immigration policy ‘feels like abuse’
Oct 19, 2018
Published in
UK
New research demonstrates the harsh reality of UK immigration policy for Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugee (BAMER) women seeking asylum and fleeing domestic violence
Up in smoke: the pros and cons of burning rubbish
Oct 15, 2018
Published in
Energy
The Treasury has announced that it is considering imposing a tax on the incineration of waste. The move would mark a fall in favour for a practice once considered a good alternative to landfill. Katie Burton visits an incinerator to explore the pros and cons of burning rubbish
Cleanup system launched in the North Pacific
Sep 27, 2018
Published in
Oceans
The Ocean Cleanup has launched System 001, a floating barrier designed to collect plastics from the ocean – but not everyone thinks that it’s a good idea
Fighting back: How plants respond to wounds
Sep 25, 2018
Published in
Nature
New videos reveal how plants respond to wounds, sending forth a wave of calcium to signal the need for defence
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