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The History and Future of Biodesign

Arabella Fearnley-WhittingstallDecember 18, 2024December 18, 2024011 mins

Arabella Fearnley-Whittingstall evaluates the sustainability and potential implications of biodesign, ranging from concrete to fashion.

Faye ChangDecember 10, 2024December 20, 2024018 mins

Faye Chang remarks on the issues with COP16’s biodiversity policy and reflects on how they can be improved.

Olivia AllenDecember 9, 2024December 9, 2024014 mins

Olivia Allen explores the realms of sustainable aviation and how hydrocarbons may fuel the future of air travel.

Ushika KiddDecember 5, 2024December 20, 2024016 mins

Ushika Kidd interviews Dr Jane Jin, COO of OXCCU, a climate-forward sustainable aviation fuels company based in Oxford.

Mia Clark-WebbOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024016 mins

Mia Clark-Webb reflects on the future of meat alternatives and how lab grown cultured meat is taking science by storm.

Oliver CashmoreSeptember 25, 2024010 mins

Oliver Cashmore reports on a recent development in recycling, involving the vaporisation of plastics to reduce landfill waste.

Olivia AllenSeptember 25, 202408 mins

Olivia Allen reports on current endeavours to create a healthier and more sustainable chocolate recipe using the whole cocoa fruit.

Katherine FaulknerAugust 31, 2024August 31, 2024011 mins

Katherine Faulkner reflects on how studies of the past can inform the future of conservation amidst the climate crisis.

Olivia AllenJuly 24, 2024July 24, 202406 mins

Olivia Allen reports on an exciting new sunlight trapping device using the simple quartz stone, which may reduce the need for fossil fuels.

Mason WakleyJune 24, 2024June 24, 2024010 mins

Mason Wakley reviews the new exhibit at Oxford’s Museum of Natural History and assesses how water connects all of us.