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How can the same El Niño cause drought in one part of the world and floods in another?
The climate science behind 2026’s super El Niño.…
How Sam Neill’s Jurassic Park performance inspired a generation of palaeontologists
As Dr Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, Sam Neill portrayed a scientist who was authentic, normal and relatable. For many budding paleontologists, it was l…
Engineering Ecosystems: How South American Tech Talent Reshapes the Global Digital Economy
A growing concentration of software engineers, data scientists, and artificial intelligence researchers across South America has positioned the region as a significant force in global technology development. Countries in…
Artificial Intelligence Reshapes the Research and Technology Landscape Across South America
South American nations have accelerated investment in artificial intelligence research, establishing new institutions, partnerships, and infrastructur…
‘Like someone whacking a piñata’: orcas explode sunfish by ramming them at high speed
This never-before observed behaviour can tell us a lot about whale intelligence.…
Digital Infrastructure Spending Reshapes the Economic Landscape Across South America
Governments and private sector actors across South America have committed substantial capital to digital transformation initiatives spanning telecommunications, cloud computing, and public service platforms. The shift re…
From the Amazon to the Andes: South America Emerges as a Hub of Global Scientific Discovery
Research institutions across South America have produced a series of landmark findings in fields ranging from biodiversity science to astrophysics. Th…
Why old dogs might be able to teach Alzheimer’s researchers new tricks
As dogs age, their brains undergo similar changes to human brains, making them a valuable natural model to study dementia and other neurodegenerative …
Precision Agriculture and Digital Tools Transform Farming Across South America
Advanced agricultural technologies are reshaping crop production and land management across South America's diverse farming regions. From drone-based field monitoring to AI-driven soil analysis, these developments mark a…
Nasa’s new space telescope will tackle some of the universe’s biggest mysteries
The Nancy Grace Roman telescope will probe dark energy and discover exoplanets.…
Artificial Intelligence Ventures Reshape the Economic Landscape of South America
A growing cluster of AI-focused startups has emerged across South America, drawing regional and international investment toward technology hubs in Bra…
