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Biodiversity as a Language: What the Loss of Species Means for Human Culture
Writer: Jiyan TEKAY Biodiversity is often described in numbers: how many species are left, how many are endangered, how many have already vanished. These numbers are important for science, but they do not capture the whole picture. Biodiversity is not only about counting species; it is about the richness of life and the meanings it carries for humans. Every species can be seen as a kind of word in a larger conversation between nature and culture (Maffi, 2005). Their songs,
Oct 64 min read


Wildfires Reshape Soil Chemistry and Ecosystem Recovery
Written by Bejan Yilmaz Wildfires are more frequent and intense, reshaping millions of hectares every year. While their warmth is...
Oct 26 min read


Resilient Marvels of the Natural World: Tardigrades
Writer: Lava Naz Bağdu While most living creatures biologically can’t survive in space without special equipment due to harsh...
Feb 13, 20243 min read


Marvelous World of Butterflies: Monarch Butterflies Migration
Writer: Beyza Kaya Migration is a phenomenon observed in various animals, including vertebrates, insects, and marine invertebrates....
Dec 15, 20235 min read


Zombie-Ant Fungus: Ophiocordyceps Unilateralis
Writer: Ezgi Çakırgöz In the complex fabric of the natural world, Ophiocordyceps unilateralis stands as an outstanding example of...
Nov 16, 20233 min read


The Effect of Global Warming on Coral Reefs
Writer: Dilvin Lacin Coral reefs are diverse and ecologically valuable ecosystems found in different environments. Warm-water coral...
Sep 14, 20236 min read


Optimal Foraging Theory: Mastering Efficiency for Maximum Energy Gain
Writer: Nehir Yel Introduction In the realm of ecology, understanding the behavior of organisms in their pursuit of sustenance is...
May 8, 20233 min read


Amorphophallus Titanum: Corpse Flower
Writer: Nehir Yel Introduction Amorphophallus titanum, commonly known as the titan arum or corpse flower, is a plant that has captured...
Jan 9, 20235 min read


Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
There is a gas that is found in refrigerant gasses, foams, and many other areas but causes serious damage to the ozone layers. The name...
Jan 8, 20233 min read


Artificial Sun: New Hope for Renewable Energy
Writer: Nehir Yel In the current year, tremendous achievements regarding energy have been achieved. The studies on solving the world's...
Nov 20, 20222 min read


The New Environmental Problem of the Digitized World: E-Waste
Writer: Enes Veysel Ugur Digital devices day by day gain importance since they are the main devices we spend time with. Nowadays, people...
Oct 9, 20223 min read


Ecological Footprint
Writer: Dilara Hamidi Traces have always been the evidence of our existence since the dawn time of history. But, how much do we consume...
Sep 14, 20223 min read


Are Mega Cities Safe for Individuals to Live in?
Writer: Ahmet Tuna Balci In today's life standards and current economic or social conditions, an important percentage of people generally...
Aug 29, 20224 min read


Mushrooms as Medicine: Exploring the Medicinal Properties and Potential Health Benefits
Writer: Dilvin Lacin Mushrooms have been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years across various cultures, in addition to...
Apr 16, 20223 min read
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