Perpetual Learning
Simone Dubois 
Have you ever noticed how certain landscapes just feel… different? Perhaps it’s the edge of a forest meeting a meadow, or where a freshwater river flows into the salty ocean. These aren’t just pretty views; they are ecotones, dynamic transition zones between distinct ecosystems. And as a climate scientist, I find them to be incredibly … Read more
I’ve spent years studying complex atmospheric systems, but lately, I find myself increasingly drawn to a different kind of atmospheric pressure: the one building in our digital spaces. We all know social media can be a mixed bag, but new research is highlighting just how quickly and deeply online negativity can impact our mental well-being. … Read more
As a climate scientist, I spend a lot of time thinking about change over vast timescales. But lately, I’ve been looking much, much further back – and forward – than usual. I recently had the chance to explore a fascinating project that visualizes our universe 13.8 billion years after the Big Bang, generated using a … Read more
Have you ever thought about antimatter? It’s the stuff of science fiction, but it’s also very real. Recently, scientists made a significant advance in measuring antimatter with incredible precision. This isn’t just about understanding a strange part of the universe; it could unlock deeper secrets about how everything around us came to be. For years, … Read more
As a climate scientist, I spend a lot of time thinking about how systems change and adapt. It’s often in response to pressures, like shifts in climate or the arrival of new challenges. Recently, I’ve been struck by a fascinating parallel between biological evolution and a concept we’re all very familiar with: two-factor authentication, or … Read more
Have you ever looked at a field of corn and wondered, ‘How does it grow so tall and green?’ As a climate scientist, I find myself thinking about this often, especially when I consider how environmental factors influence all living things, including our food. It’s easy to think that plants just need sun and water, … Read more
The Matterhorn. Its iconic pyramid shape piercing the Swiss sky is instantly recognizable. But beyond its breathtaking beauty, this majestic peak offers a stark, visual lesson about our changing climate. As a climate scientist, I often look to the natural world for clear indicators of what’s happening to our planet. Mountains, with their sensitive ecosystems, … Read more
Hello everyone! Simone here. Today, I want to talk about something truly fundamental to our existence on Earth: our planet’s magnetic field. You might not think about it much, but it’s our invisible shield, protecting us from harmful solar radiation. Recently, NASA launched an exciting new mission called TRACERS (Transitional Region and Inner Magnetosphere Explorer). … Read more
As a climate scientist, I’m constantly looking at how our environment shapes our future. Today, I want to talk about something deeply personal and concerning: how the chemicals we release into the world can affect the very next generation. New research has revealed that minuscule amounts of PFAS, often called ‘forever chemicals,’ are crossing the … Read more