A new review discusses the status and challenges we face in 2017 of transferring plasma technology to the food industry.
Vision of a Sustainable Future
To address climate change, we need to reduce net anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to zero as soon as possible; that is, hopefully by 2050 or so.
Climate Change Enlarging Most Tibetan Lakes
A review on the lake dynamics in the Plateau during the past four decades and an analysis of the contribution of the main factors that are related to lake water budget.
Understanding Urban Water Reliability Amid Changes in Supply and Demand
Drivers of the changing water supply and demand characteristics in the Bay Area, and opportunities to enhance future regional water reliability.
Mediterranean Wetlands: Archaeology, Ecology, Sustainability
Current climatic challenges are driving the rediscovery of the numerous values of wetlands, in terms of climate regulation, but also biodiversity conservation and cultural heritage.
Remove Nuclear Waste With Smart Photonic Crystals
Photonic crystal hydrogels for monitoring and removal of uranium in water.
Human Well-Being and Climate Change Mitigation
What is human well-being – and why does it matter for climate change mitigation?
Plasma-Processed Air To Keep Your Fruit and Veggies Fresh
Researchers present an experimental set-up which generates plasma processed air to wash and dry off fresh and fresh-cut produce.
Global Challenges: Editors’ Choice
The editors of Global Challenges share their favorite articles.
How Degradable are Biodegradable Polymers in Water?
The stability of biodegradable polymers in both fresh water and sea water is investigated to determine how degradable they really are.