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The first stars of the universe
Astrophysics is one of the oldest sciences, driven by humanity’s quest to understand the origin, formation, and limits of the universe. Andrea Ferrara explores the first galaxies ever formed and the stars that emerged within them.Astrophysics is one of the oldest sciences, driven by humanity’s quest to understand the origin, formation, and limits of the universe. Andrea Ferrara explores the first galaxies ever…Astrophysics is one of the oldest sciences, driven by humanity’s quest to understand the origin, formation, and limits of the universe. Andrea…Astrophysics is one of the oldest sciences, driven by humanity’s quest to understand the origin, formation, and limits of the universe. Andrea Ferrara explores the first…Astrophysics is one of the oldest sciences, driven by humanity’s quest to understand the origin, formation, and limits of… -
How pregnancy reshapes a mum’s brain
Pregnancy reshapes the brain in profound ways, yet the neural, hormonal, and psychological changes preparing women for motherhood remain poorly understood. ERC grantee Òscar Vilarroya investigates these transformations, exploring how the brain…Pregnancy reshapes the brain in profound ways, yet the neural, hormonal, and psychological changes preparing women for motherhood remain poorly understood. ERC grantee Òscar Vilarroya…Pregnancy reshapes the brain in profound ways, yet the neural, hormonal, and psychological changes preparing women for motherhood remain poorly…Pregnancy reshapes the brain in profound ways, yet the neural, hormonal, and psychological changes preparing women for motherhood remain poorly understood. ERC grantee Òscar…Pregnancy reshapes the brain in profound ways, yet the neural, hormonal, and psychological changes preparing women for… -
Decoding Europe’s genetic puzzle
Questions of belonging and ethnicity have shaped humanity for centuries. With an ERC Synergy Grant, Walter Pohl and three co-grantees explore the complex links between biological, ethnic, and cultural identity in early medieval Central and Eastern…Questions of belonging and ethnicity have shaped humanity for centuries. With an ERC Synergy Grant, Walter Pohl and three co-grantees explore the complex links between biological,…Questions of belonging and ethnicity have shaped humanity for centuries. With an ERC Synergy Grant, Walter Pohl and three co-grantees explore the…Questions of belonging and ethnicity have shaped humanity for centuries. With an ERC Synergy Grant, Walter Pohl and three co-grantees explore the complex links between…Questions of belonging and ethnicity have shaped humanity for centuries. With an ERC Synergy Grant, Walter Pohl and three co… -
Dunes through time
For centuries dunes represented a danger. Joana Gaspar de Freitas embarked on a fascinating journey to raise awareness that today’s actions shape the future of our coasts. Her project creates opportunities to include history in policy-making on…For centuries dunes represented a danger. Joana Gaspar de Freitas embarked on a fascinating journey to raise awareness that today’s actions shape the future of our coasts. Her project…For centuries dunes represented a danger. Joana Gaspar de Freitas embarked on a fascinating journey to raise awareness that today’s actions shape the…For centuries dunes represented a danger. Joana Gaspar de Freitas embarked on a fascinating journey to raise awareness that today’s actions shape the future of our coasts…For centuries dunes represented a danger. Joana Gaspar de Freitas embarked on a fascinating journey to raise awareness that… -
Keeping cool beyond ice
Advances in chemistry are transforming how biological medicines are stored, enabling faster, more affordable access. Matthew Gibson is developing antifreeze protein-inspired polymers and using machine learning to discover molecules that protect…Advances in chemistry are transforming how biological medicines are stored, enabling faster, more affordable access. Matthew Gibson is developing antifreeze protein-inspired polymers…Advances in chemistry are transforming how biological medicines are stored, enabling faster, more affordable access. Matthew Gibson is developing…Advances in chemistry are transforming how biological medicines are stored, enabling faster, more affordable access. Matthew Gibson is developing antifreeze protein-inspired…Advances in chemistry are transforming how biological medicines are stored, enabling faster, more affordable access. Matthew… -
Street science
Hip hop is a vibrant global culture, featuring rap, DJing, graffiti art, and breakdancing. J Griffith Rollefson explores this dynamic world, revealing hidden gems of knowledge and examining its impact on music, art, and society.Hip hop is a vibrant global culture, featuring rap, DJing, graffiti art, and breakdancing. J Griffith Rollefson explores this dynamic world, revealing hidden gems of knowledge and…Hip hop is a vibrant global culture, featuring rap, DJing, graffiti art, and breakdancing. J Griffith Rollefson explores this dynamic world,…Hip hop is a vibrant global culture, featuring rap, DJing, graffiti art, and breakdancing. J Griffith Rollefson explores this dynamic world, revealing hidden gems of…Hip hop is a vibrant global culture, featuring rap, DJing, graffiti art, and breakdancing. J Griffith Rollefson explores… -
How beetles decode nature’s signals
Dung beetles are nature’s navigators, skilfully using celestial cues to find their way. Marie Dacke is exploring the sensory and neural mechanisms behind their remarkable natural compass, using artificial intelligence to enrich her findings.Dung beetles are nature’s navigators, skilfully using celestial cues to find their way. Marie Dacke is exploring the sensory and neural mechanisms behind their remarkable natural…Dung beetles are nature’s navigators, skilfully using celestial cues to find their way. Marie Dacke is exploring the sensory and neural mechanisms…Dung beetles are nature’s navigators, skilfully using celestial cues to find their way. Marie Dacke is exploring the sensory and neural mechanisms behind their remarkable…Dung beetles are nature’s navigators, skilfully using celestial cues to find their way. Marie Dacke is exploring the sensory… -
A monkey’s perspective on culture
In the heart of a South African wilderness, Erica van de Waal studies 250 vervet monkeys to understand how they share knowledge and cultural behaviours. Her research offers a fascinating glimpse into the origins of the world’s most complex culture:…In the heart of a South African wilderness, Erica van de Waal studies 250 vervet monkeys to understand how they share knowledge and cultural behaviours. Her research offers a…In the heart of a South African wilderness, Erica van de Waal studies 250 vervet monkeys to understand how they share knowledge and cultural…In the heart of a South African wilderness, Erica van de Waal studies 250 vervet monkeys to understand how they share knowledge and cultural behaviours. Her research offers a…In the heart of a South African wilderness, Erica van de Waal studies 250 vervet monkeys to understand how they share… -
How tiny plankton capture carbon
Oceans play a crucial role in regulating our climate by trapping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While most scientists believe this process mainly occurs in temperate and polar oceans, Sophie Bonnet has discovered the tropical ocean's surprising…Oceans play a crucial role in regulating our climate by trapping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While most scientists believe this process mainly occurs in temperate and polar…Oceans play a crucial role in regulating our climate by trapping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While most scientists believe this process…Oceans play a crucial role in regulating our climate by trapping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While most scientists believe this process mainly occurs in temperate and…Oceans play a crucial role in regulating our climate by trapping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While most scientists… -
The flight of the robotic bird
Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano Stramigioli’s ambitious application of Port-Hamiltonian system theory has brought him closer to realising this…Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano Stramigioli’s ambitious application of Port…Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano…Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in physics. Stefano Stramigioli’s ambitious application…Imagine a robotic bird soaring through the sky, not merely as an engineering marvel, but as a gateway to new frontiers in…
