Conventional shipping gets on deck for decarbonization
Watch out for the return of the sailing ship.
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Why this rare asteroid was ‘exiled’ from our solar system
On the edge of our solar system is a cold, dark region containing asteroids, comets and icy objects, called the Kuiper Belt.
Columbia College is eliminating book costs, fees for adult students
Adult classes at Columbia College are now going to cost just one fee for courses, and that fee covers everything.
Solar for renters? This startup is taking on the challenge of ‘split incentives’
The Renter's PPA is a seed-stage business started by Russell Heller, a junior at Yale College; and Cary Krosinsky, a lecturer at the Yale School of Management and a lecturer and faculty adviser for Yale College on Energy Studies, Climate and Investing.
Job willingness of international students in China
In order to attract more foreign talents, China is increasing its efforts to make it easier for international students to stay and work in the country.
System Crash
Computer science students on a number of campuses complain that their departments can't meet demand. Their professors are also stressed. But experts say there is no clear fix for nationwide shortage of computer science faculty.
Machine learning scientists protest as Nature moves into field
Boycott comes as Springer Nature reveals to investors how it uses brand and impact factor to charge academics ‘premium’ prices
Ireland abortion poll: Facebook to block foreign ads
Facebook has said it will block ads relating to Ireland's forthcoming referendum on abortion that do not originate from advertisers inside the country.
Uber unveils flying car prototype
Uber is unveiling a concept for its flying ridesharing service Uber Air at its second annual Elevate Summit.
2 economic concepts every sustainability professional should know
As sustainability scientists, we are faced on a daily basis with complex, multi-dimensional problems that challenge our own analytical skills and our organizations' decision-making processes.
