A new study estimates that by 2100, only 38% of the world's population will live in large cities, with 450 million fewer people projected to reside in cities over a century than current trends suggest. Urban growth slows as countries urbanize, with smaller cities growing faster than larger ones initially.
SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 29, 2026
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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
Research from the University of Texas at Austin finds that foreign investment drove up US housing costs, outpacing supply growth. Cities with lax regulations on foreign investors saw prices rise more quickly than in areas with stricter controls.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalReview of Financial Studies·DateJun 25, 2026
A new study published in Science challenges the myth of simple Barbarian domination in the Early Middle Ages. Researchers found that communities in northwestern Hungary formed part of a dense network, with populations showing southern European genetic ancestry and Asian/African diversity.
SourceInstitute for Advanced Study·JournalScience·DateJun 11, 2026
A social media analysis by the University of Helsinki reveals that nature has an important role to play in tourism beyond the beaches, with 25% of photos taken in conservation areas and a third in natural settings. This finding suggests that Central and Southern Europeans tend to focus more on nature than British or Nordic visitors.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalPeople and Nature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 6, 2026
A new study from Florida Atlantic University challenges the narrative that rising temperatures will drive Americans away, finding that heat alone isn't driving large-scale out-migration. Instead, population shifts are shaped more by economic opportunity, housing affordability and local quality of life than climate conditions.
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalSustainability·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 16, 2026
Researchers warn that a securitized response to global biodiversity loss could lead to poorly targeted actions and policy. They highlight concerns over migration claims and call for evidence-based, non-securitised policy.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalPLOS Climate·DateApr 8, 2026
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Historian Dr Michael Edwards reveals that Samuel Pepys curated his correspondence to hide his connections to slavery and slave trading. In a surprising twist, Pepys rejected an offer of an enslaved boy as a bribe, demonstrating his sensitivity over the issue.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalThe Historical Journal·DateMar 25, 2026
A computer simulation improved understanding of refugees among Swedish teenagers who experienced simulated migration journeys. The study found that students exhibited increased social understanding and empathetic attitudes towards immigrants.
SourceUppsala University·JournalComputers & Education·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 20, 2026
Researchers investigated the Mississippi River's hydrological trends, ocean carbon storage, and gender dynamics in flood mortality. A study found that precipitation increases, but soil moisture decreases, while high-resolution models reveal stronger Southern Ocean carbon absorption. Additionally, data showed men are overrepresented in ...
A team of geoscientists and anthropologists has reconstructed a more precise timeline of H. erectus arrival in China, confirming the presence of the species at Yunxian, China 1.7 million years ago. The revised timeline challenges long-held assumptions about early human dispersal and raises questions about alternative species that may h...
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 18, 2026
A new study published in Nature found that hunter-gatherers in Belgium and the Netherlands adopted farming thousands of years later than elsewhere in Europe. The research suggests that migrant women played a pivotal role in introducing farming practices, bringing their knowledge and genes to the local communities.
SourceBournemouth University·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 12, 2026
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Researchers incorporated factors like conflicts, natural hazards, and income inequality into human migration models, improving accuracy for South Sudan and US commuting patterns. The updated model outperforms a standard radiation model in predicting migrations.
A new study from the University of Hawaii at Mānoa challenges a 50-year-old narrative about Native Hawaiian birds, finding no evidence they were hunted to extinction. Instead, the authors suggest climate change, invasive species, and land-use changes led to the disappearances.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalEcosphere·TypeObservational study·DateJan 13, 2026
A study conducted during the 2024 French elections found that information about immigrants' deservingness traits, such as motivation to work and learn French, reduces negative beliefs about immigration. The intervention also produced modest reductions in opposition to immigration, with effects persisting one week after the intervention.
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This study investigates how environmental variability and human migration influence the evolution of cooperation among humans. Simulation results reveal that cooperation is more likely to evolve when these factors are sufficiently high, hindering non-cooperative groups and encouraging cooperative groups.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalChaos Solitons & Fractals·DateDec 11, 2025
A new report demonstrates how harnessing digital data from mobile phone applications and social media platforms can provide faster, more spatially fine-grained estimates of population movement. This information is crucial for delivering timely humanitarian assistance during crises.
Over half of global coastal settlements have retreated from the coast over the past 30 years in response to intensifying climate hazards. Coastal regions in Africa and Oceania lead the retreat, while poorer regions often expand shoreline settlements due to economic needs.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNature Climate Change·DateNov 26, 2025
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The book highlights the risk of 'scope creep' and emphasizes the need for strong data protection frameworks to preserve trust. It argues that collaboration between humanitarian actors, academics, regulators, and affected populations is crucial to ensure technology serves humanity.
A new study by Dr Irene Fernández-Molina from the University of Exeter reveals that EU legal ambiguity on the Western Sahara conflict is a significant disadvantage for the Polisario Front and its Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. The study highlights how lawfare has been successfully used to challenge these ambiguities, leading to accu...
A study of 5.4 million older Americans found that internal migrants have significantly better health outcomes than those who remain in their birth state. Those from abroad also showed a stronger health advantage when education levels were taken into account.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalJournal of Ethnic and Migration Studies·TypeObservational study·DateOct 15, 2025
A new research project found that a global sponsorship programme would improve perceptions of refugees in the UK, providing equal rights and entitlements. The existing three main schemes, Community Sponsorship, Homes for Ukraine, and Communities for Afghans, have shown success despite disparities in scale and approach.
A study of food delivery couriers in Montreal and Toronto reveals a system characterized by low pay, long hours, and limited job security. The research highlights the role of economically precarious immigrant workers in supporting the industry's rapid growth.
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A study published in Nature Communications found that rising global temperatures may increase migration rates by up to a quarter among older and less educated adults, while decreasing them by as much as a third among the youngest and least educated groups. The research analyzed over 125,000 cases of cross-border migration and found tha...
SourceStanford University·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 4, 2025
The study reveals that when physical constraints are removed, human mobility follows a power-law pattern, decreasing steadily with distance. The researchers found this pattern across five orders of magnitude, from 10 meters to hundreds of kilometers.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalNature Human Behaviour·DateSep 1, 2025
A study by Polish researchers explores how parents and adult children construct shared narratives about their lives in Germany, with different emotional tones. The findings highlight the importance of intergenerational support and preparation for children before departure.
SourceSWPS University·JournalStudia Migracyjne – Przegląd Polonijny·TypeObservational study·DateAug 19, 2025
A new study says the international community must reverse cuts to Rohingya humanitarian aid and work with Dhaka authorities to improve conditions in refugee camps. The research emphasizes that both options – returning to Myanmar or remaining in camps – amount to social death, highlighting the urgent need for action.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalThird World Quarterly·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateAug 7, 2025
A study published in Comptes Rendus Géoscience refines understanding of ocean levels, coastlines, and ancient migratory corridors in Africa and West Asia. The research uses improved glacial isostatic adjustment modeling and DNA data to explore alternative land and sea routes into and out of Africa.
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A new study emphasizes the importance of increasing transparency about how countries use AI to manage migration, as overuse may perpetuate biases and errors. States should ensure responsible AI use respecting migrant rights and dignity, while complying with international human rights law.
A new study found that teen drivers spend an average of 21.1% of each trip viewing their mobile behind the wheel, with entertainment being the most common distraction. The study also revealed that many young drivers believe they can withstand the pressure to drive distracted and perceive a social norm of the behavior.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalTraffic Injury Prevention·TypeSurvey·DateJul 3, 2025
A comprehensive analysis of 2,762 Indian genomes reveals a complex history of genetic mixing, endogamy, and population bottlenecks that shaped the country's genetic variation, health, and disease. The study found that most genetic variation in India can be explained by a single migration out of Africa about 50,000 years ago.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalCell·DateJun 26, 2025
A new study by IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca analyzed the effects of the 2016 EU-Turkey Statement on irregular migration and mortality in the Mediterranean. The research found that the deal led to a surge in lives lost at sea, particularly on the Central Mediterranean route, with nearly double the death rate after the agreement.
SourceIMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 24, 2025
Researchers found pyrogenic carbon formed by ancient fires in a 300,000-year-old sediment core, indicating a continental-scale intensification of fire use around 50,000 years ago. This period coincides with the rapid spread of Homo sapiens and their reliance on fire for survival.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 23, 2025
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A new study by Bournemouth University reveals that the 'war-cemetery' at Maiden Castle did not die in a single event, but rather experienced lethal violence spanning multiple generations. The findings question the traditional narrative of Roman conquest and highlight the need for reevaluation of other archaeological cemeteries.
SourceBournemouth University·JournalOxford Journal of Archaeology·TypeImaging analysis·DateMay 23, 2025
Researchers from UC3M and UCA propose an integrated approach to tackle rural depopulation, focusing on spatial planning, economic diversification, and infrastructure development. Municipalities with up-to-date urban planning strategies show a 10% average population growth, highlighting the need for sustainable solutions.
The study analyzed the impact of climate change during the late Palaeolithic and found that humans migrated eastwards to adapt to new climate conditions. The European population may have decreased by up to half during the Younger Dryas event, but populations in central and eastern Europe increased.
SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalPLOS One·DateMay 22, 2025
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Researchers found distinct subpopulations of wild baker's yeast in different regions, coinciding with human activity and migration patterns. The study suggests that humans may have unintentionally influenced the environment by introducing microorganisms thousands of years ago.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalMolecular Ecology·DateApr 23, 2025
A new study reveals that hunter-gatherers crossed over 100 km of open water to reach Malta 8,500 yrs ago, 1,000 yrs before the arrival of farmers. The researchers found evidence of stone tools, hearths, cooked food waste, and wild animal remains.
SourceMax Planck Institute of Geoanthropology·JournalNature·DateApr 9, 2025
A new study reveals significant shifts in prehistoric hunter-gatherer populations in Europe due to climate changes at the end of the last Ice Age. The population declined by half, but some areas in central Europe showed stability or even an increase in population size, indicating human migration towards the east.
SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalPLOS One·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 3, 2025
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Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
A Cornell University study used a computer model to predict the transmission of bird flu to backyard poultry when migratory mallards stop to rest. The researchers found that mallard ducks are natural carriers of avian influenza and can spread the disease to backyard poultry if they stop to rest in an area with high risk for introduction.
SourceCornell University·JournalScientific Reports·DateFeb 24, 2025
Researchers analyzed census data from 1980-2020 to assess the effect of undocumented residents on congressional apportionment. Their findings indicate a minimal impact on party representation in the House and presidential election outcomes.
Sheep have been an integral part of human livelihoods for over 11,000 years, providing meat, milk, and clothing. Genetic analyses reveal that early farmers deliberately selected their flocks for desirable traits, such as coat colour, demonstrating a significant impact on animal biology.
SourceTrinity College Dublin·JournalScience·DateJan 30, 2025
A study by Ohio State University researcher Nima Dahir found that Black immigrants can act as a buffer between Black and white residents, increasing the white population in neighborhoods with a high native-born Black presence. The influx of Black immigrants led to a decrease in native-born Black residents and an increase in non-Hispani...
SourceOhio State University·JournalRSF The Russell Sage Foundation Journal of the Social Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 22, 2025
Researchers found Homo erectus, a human ancestor, survived for over 1.5 million years in hyper-arid landscapes one million years ago. They adapted to diverse and unstable environments, challenging assumptions about early hominin dispersal limits.
SourceGriffith University·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 16, 2025
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DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
A novel physical reservoir computing device uses a dye-sensitized solar cell to mimic human synaptic elements, enabling efficient time-series data processing and low power consumption. The device achieved high computational performance in tasks such as human motion classification with over 90% accuracy.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 25, 2024
A recent study found that Viking colonizers of the Faroe Islands and Iceland came from different Scandinavian populations. The researchers analyzed genetic samples from 139 men and compared them to samples from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, and Ireland, revealing a 'founder effect' that persists in today's male populations.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Genetics·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 25, 2024
A recent study has found that climate change is closely linked to global conflict crises, particularly in understudied regions such as South America, Oceania, and Southeast Asia. The research highlights the need for integrated peacebuilding and climate adaptation efforts to address these compounding issues.
The We-ID project aims to understand the conditions for resilient democratic communities and develop practical recommendations for local stakeholders. Researchers will analyze the effects of migration on host communities and explore strategies to utilize the potential of a diverse population.
Dr. Gergana Daskalova's research explores biodiversity change amidst disappearing human traditions and changing socio-economics, shedding light on interactions between humans and nature. Her five-year fellowship project investigates the ecological and human fingerprints of land abandonment, focusing on Bulgaria's depopulating trend.
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The largest and longest-lasting society formed by people who escaped slavery in Brazil endured for a century and continues to be a potent political symbol of Black pride. Professor Marc Hertzman's book explores how memories of Palmares survive and its impact on ideas of resistance and national identity.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·DateNov 7, 2024
Archaeologists have uncovered a multi-layered archaeological site in the Zeravshan Valley, central Tajikistan, revealing crucial evidence of early human migration and development. The site, known as Soii Havzak, dates back to various periods between 20,000 and 150,000 years ago and offers valuable clues to ancient climate and environment.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalAntiquity·TypeObservational study·DateNov 4, 2024
A new study reveals gentrification's complex impact on residential communities in Seoul, Korea, finding that state-led urban change can lead to emotional displacement of residents. Meanwhile, property-led redevelopment has resulted in direct displacement and replacement of industrial clusters with high-rise residential construction.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalThe Developing Economies·TypeObservational study·DateNov 1, 2024
Research from the University of Utah suggests immigrants express a greater willingness to serve in the armed forces of both countries. This contradicts harsh narratives perpetuated by some Republicans who characterize immigrants as parasitic.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalArmed Forces & Society·TypeSurvey·DateOct 21, 2024
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A study by Marco Percoco and colleagues reveals that worsening aridity and droughts lead to increased internal migration, with rural areas hit hardest. As climate change affects agriculture and water supplies, people are forced to relocate towards urban areas, exacerbating pressure on cities.
SourceBocconi University·JournalNature Climate Change·DateOct 15, 2024
Research suggests that immigrant assimilation patterns have remained consistent over the past century, with immigrants still working low-paying jobs and their children entering the middle class. Attitudes toward immigration are more positive than ever before, but also more polarized by political party.
The study examines reactions to EU migration policies in the Gambia, finding that deportation efforts are unpopular among ordinary citizens. Factors like financial transfers and family pressure outweigh deterrent campaigns in shaping migration decisions.
SourceVrije Universiteit Brussel·JournalInternational Migration·DateSep 10, 2024
A growing global understanding of drought's impacts, but significant gaps remain in affected communities and developing countries. Long-lasting droughts heighten awareness, while economic factors influence responsiveness to the issue.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·Journalnpj Clean Water·DateAug 29, 2024
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A new perspective paper highlights the importance of understanding migration dynamics in rural areas, which are often driven by slow changes related to climate and environment. The researchers propose integrating land system science into migration studies to develop effective sustainability policies.
SourceColorado State University·JournalNature Sustainability·DateAug 16, 2024
A new study suggests that California's affordable housing crisis is driving increased development in and near wildlands, putting residents at higher-risk for climate-related natural disasters. The research aims to understand the drivers of Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) growth and its impact on environmental dynamics.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 5, 2024
European countries that recognized same-sex marriages saw a 21% decrease in new HB1 visas from the US over 20 years. This suggests that inclusive policies make countries more attractive for skilled labor, particularly in STEM fields.
SourceWashington State University·JournalAEA Papers and Proceedings·DateJul 24, 2024
Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of early plant farming in east Africa, revealing a pattern of gradual introductions of different crops that originated from different parts of the continent. The study found domesticated cowpea, sorghum, and finger millet seeds dating back to around 2,300 years ago.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateJul 9, 2024
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