Earthquake in Turkey was a doublet: First quake triggered second in neighboring fault
ETH Zurich researcher Luca Dal Zilio offers an insightful summary of the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, shedding light on the complex nature of this event. He discusses the lessons that can be drawn from it to better understand and prepare f.....»»
Researchers: Disaster survivors need help remaining connected with friends and families and access to mental health care
The earthquakes that struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria in early February 2023 have killed at least 47,000 people and disrupted everyday life for some 26 million more......»»
Growing blood stem cells in the lab to save lives
Hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) are important immature blood cells in bone marrow that can be triggered to develop into any blood cell type. HSC transplants can be used to treat conditions where bone marrow is damaged and no longer able to produce he.....»»
Quake-prone Istanbul not at heightened risk: expert
Fears of another major earthquake have been rekindled in Istanbul since the February 6 disaster that hit Turkey and Syria, but a prominent Turkish seismologist has reassured the risk "hasn't increased"......»»
Singapore integrates neighboring resources to develop IC industry
The "five shortages" of land, water, electricity, talent and labor confronting Taiwanese companies are also faced by the city-state of Singapore. However, Singapore has a unique idea regarding the development of its semiconductor industry. Kaixian Xu.....»»
Cyclone Gabrielle triggered more destructive forestry "slash" in New Zealand
The severe impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle on the North Island, and the five severe weather events experienced by the Thames–Coromandel region in just the first two months of 2023, are merely the latest examples of more frequent erosion-triggering rai.....»»
6.8 earthquake shakes lightly populated part of Tajikistan
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake shook a lightly populated, remote part of Tajikistan early Thursday near China's far western Xinjiang region......»»
Study uses 560-kilometer-deep earthquake to make elusive measurements of the Earth"s layers
A new study from a University of Chicago scientist suggests there may be a layer of surprisingly fluid rock ringing the Earth, at the very bottom of the upper mantle......»»
Turkey tragedy jolts quake-prone Central Asia
When a devastating earthquake and aftershocks struck Turkey and Syria this month, Klara Imangalieva—who lives in the Central Asian country of Kazakhstan—realized she had to move......»»
LGES to build battery plant with Ford, Koc Holding in Turkey
LG Energy Solution made progress in gaining a global presence. The South Korean battery maker announced a non-binding memorandum of understanding on February 21 with Ford and Turkish conglomerate Koc Holding. The trio will jointly build a battery pla.....»»
Google reportedly to provide specific Android version for India
Following Google's decision to cooperate with India's anti-trust authorities to change its Android policies, Android phones in India may get a new version of Google Mobile Services, just like that in the European Economic Area or Turkey......»»
What Australia learned from recent devastating floods, and how New Zealand can apply those lessons now
Australia and New Zealand have both faced a series of devastating floods triggered by climate change and the return of the La Niña weather pattern. So it makes sense that Australia has now sent disaster crews to help with the aftermath of Cyclone Ga.....»»
Brazil flooding, landslides kill at least 36
Flooding and landslides triggered by torrential rain in Brazil claimed at least 36 lives on Carnival weekend in southeast Sao Paulo state, authorities said Sunday......»»
Turkey"s deadly quake renews alarm for Istanbul
The 7.8-magnitude earthquake that killed tens of thousands across Turkey's southeast has reignited fears of an even more catastrophic death toll if a long-feared one hits Istanbul......»»
Earthquake prediction is not possible, but longer-term forecasts and brief warnings after one starts are
Almost like aftershocks, questions about earthquake prediction tend to follow disasters like the Feb. 6, 2023, Turkey-Syria quake. Could advance notice have prevented some of the devastation? Unfortunately, useful predictions are still in the realm o.....»»
Slow motion: Scientists investigate tectonic plate boundary earthquake behavior
Renaissance polymath Leonardo da Vinci demonstrated frictional forces slow down the motion of surfaces in contact. Friction, he determined, is proportional to normal force. When two objects are pressed together twice as hard, friction doubles......»»
Buildings tumbling, survivors living in tents: Medieval descriptions of an earthquake in present-day Turkey and Syria
The catastrophic earthquakes of February 6, 2023 in Turkey and Syria are so far known to have claimed the lives of over 41,000 people. This number will likely grow as rescue and recovery efforts continue......»»
What caused the tragic earthquake in Turkey and Syria, and is California next?
In the early morning hours of Feb. 6, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near the border between Turkey and Syria. Dozens of aftershocks followed in the next few days, including a 7.5 magnitude earthquake triggered by the main shock, with an epicenter.....»»
Ukraine energy crisis may push millions into extreme poverty
Soaring energy prices triggered by the Russia-Ukraine conflict could push up to 141 million more people around the globe into extreme poverty, a new study reveals......»»
Earthquake in Turkey exposes gap between seismic knowledge and action
Turkey's National Disaster Management Plan was never implemented. Enlarge / Search and rescue efforts continue at collapsed buildings in Hatay after 7.7- and 7.6-magnitude earthquakes hit multiple provinces of Turkey. (credit: A.....»»
Turkey and Syria earthquake: Long-term funding is needed to support search-and-rescue after major disasters
The strong and disastrous earthquake that shook southern Turkey and Syria on Feb. 6 drew attention to search-and-rescue (SAR) operations. The media's attention raised familiar questions around SAR, including who conducts SAR, what formal and informal.....»»