Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Farmer awareness of heavy metal contamination in urban roadside vegetables along the Accra–Tema motorway, Ghana
This study examines farmers’ awareness of heavy metal contamination in vegetables grown along Ghana’s Accra–Tema motorway. It highlights the health risks of roadside farming, the lack of knowledge among farmers, and calls for education and policies to promote safer urban agriculture
A comprehensive review of emerging environmental contaminants of global concern
Emerging contaminants like plastics, pharmaceuticals, PFAS, and endocrine disruptors are increasingly found in water, soil, and food. Often unregulated, they threaten ecosystems and health. This review explores their sources, impacts, and detection methods to guide global solutions.
How a simple rule helped Seoul support local businesses—without fueling COVID-19
When COVID-19 hit, governments aimed to protect both health and livelihoods. Stimulus payments supported spending, but raised concerns: would encouraging shopping and dining out increase risky contact and mobility, potentially fueling further virus spread?
