Smart Systems

In the face of escalating climate change and rapid urbanization, cities worldwide are grappling with intensified floods and water pollution, pushing traditional stormwater management systems to their limits. A recent systematic review published in *D

In the heart of Athens, Greece, a groundbreaking study led by Evangelos Giannothanasis at the Agricultural University of Athens is revolutionizing the way we think about soilless crop cultivation. The research, published in the journal ‘Smart Agricul

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and energy independence, a groundbreaking review published in *Applied Sciences* (translated from Polish as *Applied Sciences*) is shedding light on how advanced modeling and simulation tools could re

In a groundbreaking review published in *Cleaner Water* (translated to English as *Pure Water*), researchers have introduced a revolutionary concept that could transform how we manage our water resources: Self-Healing Water Systems (SHWS). This innov

In the heart of Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), where the rhythm of life is often dictated by the seasons and the rains, a silent crisis is unfolding. Climate change, with its rising temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns, is disrupting the delic

In the quest for sustainable agriculture, a new study sheds light on the complex decision-making processes of farmers, offering valuable insights for the energy sector and beyond. Published in *Nachhaltigkeit entdecken* (Discover Sustainability), the

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber-physical systems (CPS), the demand for high-quality datasets to validate models and algorithms is more pressing than ever. Yet, the high costs, time, and expertise required to collect real-world data have lo

In the heart of Illinois, a team of researchers led by Luciano Alves Oliveira from the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, has been delving into the murky waters of subsurface drain

In the vast savannas of West Africa, fire is both a destructive force and a natural renewal process, shaping ecosystems and influencing carbon dynamics. A recent study, led by Boris Ouattara of the Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture at the Thuene

In the heart of Abu Dhabi, researchers are pioneering technologies that could redefine how cities function, with significant implications for the energy sector. Ahmed A. Zakaria, an assistant professor at Khalifa University of Science and Technology,