When the Earth was formed 4.5 billion years ago, there was no atmosphere. Volcanic activity formed the very first protective layer around our planet.

Perhaps the most widely known example of homeostasis is the regulation of blood sugar levels by the pancreas.

Thomas Edison became a household name, earning him the title of ‘The Wizard of Menlo Park’, which was his own “invention factory”.

The Doppler Effect has played a significant part in many scientific areas such as astronomy and medicine, and has even been used as evidence for explaining the big bang theory.

AI has helped to automate many functions within marketing, freeing up valuable time and resources for creativity and strategy.

According to current predictions, more than two-thirds of the world’s population will live in urban areas by 2050.

Increased levels of harmful bacteria and pathogens can pose a threat to water quality and human health.

Viruses are essential in order to maintain an ecological balance within our ecosystems.

The current grid infrastructure will need to be upgraded to handle the increase in complexity and variability of renewable energy generation.

Even small increases in ocean temperatures can cause coral to bleach, making it weaker and more prone to disease and physical damage.