translating science

Ever wondered how we discovered that beavers help bats, why scientists know that krill poo protects the planet, or what it’s really like to conduct research out in the field? If so, read on. Our collection of articles explore and explain the latest research into the climate, wildlife, and what we can all do to help planet Earth.

Our Guide to Designing a Great Scientific Field Study: An example with the landscape of fear

Why does study design matter? Science can be a powerful tool when used correctly. It allows us to better understand the world we live in or how to make the most of the resources available to us, but faulty experimental design can undermine our effort by taking us down the

Clicks and Codas for Conservation: how understanding sperm whale language helps us protect them

Listen to this article: Are you speaking my language? We know that whales are mammals, just like us. They breathe air, are warm-blooded and give birth to live young. Some whales, like the humpback whale, have an artistic flare and can sing songs! But what we also share with these

Roads through the rainforest: How science is helping wildlife cross roads safely in Costa Rica

Deep in the rainforests of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, monkeys swing through the trees, tapirs wander through dense vegetation, and ocelots move silently through the shadows. It is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, a living paradise filled with extraordinary wildlife. But behind this beauty lies a growing

Night Life in the Urban Jungle: Does noise and light pollution affect hunting in tawny owls?

As we settle down for the night, the day is just beginning for the stoic tawny owl. Silently swooping around our urban jungles, with the whirring of traffic and the dazzling glow of streetlights, how do our owls fare in the urban metropolis?

Nature’s Craziest Commute: how salmon migration impacts conservation

What stands between a salmon and its journey home? From quiet rivers to the open ocean and back again, salmon undertake one of nature’s most extraordinary migrations. But in our ever changing work, this journey is becoming harder to complete.

What’s all this drama about feeding the birds?

New collaborative research from leading conservation scientists at the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds), BTO (British Trust for Ornithology), and ZSL’s Institute of Zoology has found that we must change the way we feed our garden birds, or risk losing some of our most iconic species. Eurasian

Disclaimer: Another Way’s Translating Science project aims to bring accessible and inclusive environmental science to the public, highlighting underrepresented researchers and suggesting solutions as a result of the latest research. We hope to empower the public to think critically about scientific studies and findings, and use them to inform behavioural choices for our planet’s health. Our articles are written by student volunteers and while we make every effort to reflect the original scientific articles we are translating, they are not approved by the original authors. Our ‘How to find Another Way’ section at the end of every article is in the best opinion of our volunteers, and not from the original study.

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