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There are 1500 active volcanoes in the world today, with three-quarters of them located along the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’.

Pioneers in cartography, such as Gerardus Mercator, developed projection techniques that allowed for more accurate representations of the Earth’s curved surface on flat maps.

The preservation of endangered languages is crucial because they carry unique knowledge systems, cultural expressions, and ways of perceiving the world.

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

Decline and Fall helped to change the way that people viewed the Romans, and inspired a more critical and nuanced approach to the study of History.

Through his work, Bennett breathes life into pivotal moments in history, shedding light on the human stories that often go untold within them.

National Marine Week actually lasts a fortnight, in order that organisers can make the most of different tide times around the UK.

While classical literary myths are often revered for their moral lessons and their ability to explain the natural world, they also contain subliminal messages that have often gone unnoticed.

There’s something particularly delicious about getting stuck into a book when the days are long and the sun is bright.

By acknowledging and celebrating these trailblazers, we honour their achievements and inspire future generations of scientists.