Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Warm-rain and ice crystal pathways of precipitation formation co-exist in convective storms
Warm-rain and ice crystal pathways of precipitation formation can co-exist in storms and the balance between each is determined by cloud base temperature and solute aerosol conditions, suggest numerical simulations of aerosol-cloud processes in convective storms.
Efficient Market vs Regulatory Capture: the Political Economy of China's Power Market Reform
China's power sector reform has been a topic of significant interest as the sector accounts for 45% of its carbon emissions. We delve into the efficiency changes spurred by market reforms and explores the influences of both market-driven and politically driven mechanisms in the reform process.
Are sex and gender adequately considered in head and neck cancer clinical studies?
Sex (male/female biological differences) and gender (differences related to men/women social behaviors) affect human health; yet, sex and gender variables are currently largely overlooked in head and neck cancer clinical studies, where they, instead, significantly influence cancer incidence.
Treasuring marine robotic data to observe the ocean
Data are vital to advance the understanding of our ocean. Emerging marine robots work in the operational gap left by commercial devices, hence by definition their data treatment is left in the hands of each research group.
Feeding climate and biodiversity goals with plant-based protein alternatives
Replacing 50% of meat and milk products with plant-based alternatives by 2050 can reduce agriculture and land use related greenhouse gas emissions by 31% and halt the degradation of forest and natural land. Additional climate and biodiversity benefits could accrue from reforesting the spared land.
Harnessing home technology for people living with dementia
Dementia is a progressive condition that affects cognitive and functional abilities. There is a need for reliable and continuous health monitoring of People Living with Dementia (PLWD) to improve their quality of life and support their independent living.
