Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Political economy of administrative responses to informal housing and land tenure security in Sheger City Ethiopia
The rapid urbanisation of Sheger City, Ethiopia, has led to a proliferation of informal housing and a growing struggle for land tenure security among its residents. This research, published in Discover Cities, delves into the political economy of administrative responses to this phenomenon.
European Public Health Week 2026: Why defining advocacy matters (and why we almost took it for granted)
European Public Health Week 2026 offers a timely opportunity to reflect on one of the most frequently invoked - yet least clearly defined- concepts in health and public health: advocacy.
Can we really have a “global” research agenda for peatlands?
Peatlands store more carbon than all the world's forests, yet major scientific gaps remain. We brought together 467 participants from 54 countries to identify the most important research priorities for peatland science.
Neutron diffraction provides molecular insight into carbon capture solutions
This study demonstrates the power of neutron diffraction for advancing our understanding of carbon capture solvent systems, supporting our journey towards a more sustainable future.
A Tale of Three Cities: How an Idea Sparked Across Continents Became a Predictive Model for Protecting Pollination from Air Pollution
The story behind "A perceptual model indicates air pollution-induced shifts in honeybee floral-scent recognition" ; authored by Jordanna D.H. Sprayberry, with Robbie D. Girling, James M.W. Ryalls, James D. Blande & Ben Langford
