Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Unravelling the long-term river health status of Kruger National Park Rivers using macroinvertebrate-based monitoring
Freshwater ecosystems face severe threats from pollution, habitat loss, and climate change. This study analyzes a decade of biomonitoring data (2010–2019) from Kruger National Park’s four rivers using SASS5, habitat, and physicochemical metrics to assess resilience against upstream human pressures.
The Story Behind Our Study on Childhood Fractures
Every parent knows the panic that sets in when a child falls and cries in pain. Childhood fractures are among the most common injuries worldwide. These fractures are unique: children’s bones are not just smaller versions of adult bones—they grow, heal, and behave differently.
Solving a mystery of Greenland’s melting ice sheet—what happens when models miss refreezing?
New field measurements and modeling show meltwater refreezing in Greenland’s bare ice may reduce runoff to surrounding oceans, highlighting a process climate models can incorporate for improved predictions of future sea-level rise.
Esports Nutrition: Enhancing Cognitive and Physical Performance in Competitive Gaming — New Springer Book
I’m excited to share my new Springer book, Esports Nutrition, which brings together cutting-edge research and practical strategies to boost both cognitive and physical performance in competitive gaming. The eBook was published on 31 August 2025 and the hardcover on 1 September 2025 (180 pages).
Microbe Hunting in High Transmission: How Complex are Malaria Infections in Asymptomatic Carriers in Northern Ghana?
Malaria in Africa is not driven by a single parasite, but by a hidden, complex ecosystem of species and strains. Our new study in Ghana reveals how asymptomatic infections fuel transmission and why eliminating malaria demands a broader, more nuanced view of parasite diversity.
