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Alan Marshall

Lecturer in Environmental Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Mahidol University

Dr. Alan Marshall is a New Zealand environment scholar now working at a university near Bangkok, Thailand. Marshall's been an active 'science critic' for many years. This does not mean he is 'anti-science' (just as a 'film critic' is not 'anti-film').

Marshall is the author of dozens of papers and five books on various topics, for example:

-the history and philosophy of environmentalism
-utopianism/dystopianism and environmentalism
-visions of future cities
-the ethics of space exploration
-the ethics of nuclear waste management
-environmental art and Green technology

Marshall has worked as an international research fellow in institutes and universities all around Europe and in the Asia-Pacific region. He has held research positions at IAS-STS (Austria), KUSTAR (Abu Dhabi), Presov University and UJPS (Slovakia), Mahidol University (Thailand), and Curtin University of Technology (Australia).

Currently, he is a Lecturer in Environmental Social Sciences at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Mahidol University, Thailand.

Did a volcanic eruption in Indonesia really lead to the creation of Frankenstein?

Jan 28, 2020 08:43 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

Frankenstein abandons his monstrous creation. Frontispiece to Mary Shelleys 1831 edition of Frankenstein Mary Shelleys Frankenstein tells the tale of a monster created by an obsessed scientist. Since its inception in...

Global Geopolitics Series

What's at stake in China's plan to blow up islands in the Mekong

May 22, 2017 13:02 pm UTC| Insights & Views

Its the largest freshwater fish in the world and, once upon a time, these fish swam the great lengths of the mighty Mekong River from southern China, through Burma, Laos, Thailand, and Cambodia, all the way to the rivers...

Space Science Series

Fly me to the Moon? Why the world should be wary of Elon Musk's space race

Mar 06, 2017 13:21 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology

Want to fly to the moon? Well, now you wont have to bother with all those years of rigorous astronaut training all you need is a huge wad of cash. Elon Musk, technopreneur, has built a small spaceship called Dragon and if...

These six utopian cities of the future will help you re-imagine life on Earth

Dec 21, 2016 06:59 am UTC| Insights & Views Life

Utopia, a book by English statesman, lawyer and clergyman Thomas More (1487-1535), turns 500 years old this month. A fictional rendering of social philosophy, the book describes an exemplary society on an imaginary...

Economy

Impact of Iran-Israel conflict on Stocks, Gold and Bitcoin

Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information provided is for general purposes only. No information, materials, services and other content provided on this page constitute a solicitation, recommendation,...

Japan Posts 7.7% Growth in Machinery Orders

In a striking development that looks set to invigorate Japans economic prospects, a key gauge of capital spending in the country has seen its most significant jump in over a year. According to Cabinet Office data released...

Digital trade protocol for Africa: why it matters, what’s in it and what’s still missing

In February 2024, African heads of states adopted a draft protocol to regulate digital trade within the continent. This significant yet challenging course for Africas digital economy fits into the broader trade agreement,...

Industry shutdowns are messy and painful: 4 lessons Australia’s coal sector can learn from car-makers about bowing out

Shifting Australias electricity sector to low-carbon technologies and closing coal plants is vital to tackling climate change. But such transitions are easier said than done. People and economies are often deeply...

Food prices will climb everywhere as temperatures rise due to climate change – new research

Climate change, and specifically rising temperatures, may cause food prices to increase by 3.2% per year, according to a new study by researchers in Germany. As climate change continues to worsen, this price inflation will...

Politics

Nvidia RTX 4090D Embroiled in US-China Tech Rivalry; South Korea Navigates Chip Export Dilemma

The U.S. government has tightened export restrictions on high-performance semiconductor chips to China, including the Nvidia RTX 4090D, and is urging South Korea to enforce similar curbs, marking a significant escalation...

Canada needs a national strategy for homeless refugee claimants

One year after the federal government closed Roxham Road, refugee claims in Canada continue to increase: there were 143,785 in 2023 compared to 91,730 in 2022. The surprise announcement in March 2023 to modify Canadas...

US and Japan Boost AI, Semiconductor Alliance; EU Eyes Reduction in China Dependence

Japan and the United States are poised to deepen ties in the high-tech sector, signaling a strategic move to enhance their global partnership with a focus on artificial intelligence and semiconductor...

US Finalizes Ban List for Chinese Chipmakers; Boosts Mexico Semiconductor Ties

The United States is finalizing a list of Chinese chip factories banned from receiving vital technology, aiming to curb Beijings tech advancements amid national security concerns. Concurrently, a US-Mexico semiconductor...

China's Commerce Minister to Advocate EV Sector in Europe Amid Subsidy, Tariff Probe

Chinas Commerce Minister Wang Wentao is set to visit Europe in April to address concerns and advocate for the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) industry amid a European Commission investigation into alleged unfair...

Science

Exploding stars are rare but emit torrents of radiation − if one happened close enough to Earth, it could threaten life on the planet

Stars like the Sun are remarkably constant. They vary in brightness by only 0.1% over years and decades, thanks to the fusion of hydrogen into helium that powers them. This process will keep the Sun shining steadily for...

An eclipse for everyone – how visually impaired students can ‘get a feel for’ eclipses

Many people in the U.S. will have an opportunity to witness nearly four minutes of a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, as it moves from southern Texas to Maine. But in the U.S., over 7 million people are blind...

How do airplanes fly? An aerospace engineer explains the physics of flight

Airplane flight is one of the most significant technological achievements of the 20th century. The invention of the airplane allows people to travel from one side of the planet to the other in less than a day, compared...

The mystery of consciousness shows there may be a limit to what science alone can achieve

The progress of science in the last 400 years is mind-blowing. Who would have thought wed be able to trace the history of our universe to its origins 14 billion years ago? Science has increased the length and the quality...

What is minoxidil, the anti-balding hair growth treatment? Here’s what the science says

Hair loss (also known as alopecia) often affects the scalp but can occur anywhere on the body. Its very common and usually nothing to worry about; about half of Australian men show signs of visible baldness at age 50 and...

Technology

Tesla's Flood Resilience Tested by Dubai's Historic Rainfall

As Dubai experienced its heaviest rainfall in 75 years, Tesla vehicles were spotted expertly maneuvering through the citys severely flooded streets. Social media footage shows these electric vehicles crossing water-logged...

Volkswagen Unveils New EV Platform in China to Cut Costs, Challenge BYD

In a strategic move to undercut rivals and boost market share, Volkswagen announced a new cost-effective EV platform in China, developed in partnership with XPeng, to launch in 2026. Volkswagen Partners with XPeng to...

Pepe Coin Climbs 6%: Market Braces for Potential Profit-Booking Selloff

Pepe Coin, the funny frog-themed meme cryptocurrency, has once again piqued the interest of crypto aficionados, with its price rising by an impressive 6% today. This revival coincides with a broader market recovery...

Tesla Cybertruck Gets Major Upgrades in Exciting Spring Update

Teslas latest Spring update promises to elevate the Cybertruck with advanced features such as Vehicle to Home Powersharing and a series of customization options, enhancing utility and aesthetics. Improved Functionality...

Bitwise: Market Underestimates Long-Term Impact of Upcoming Bitcoin Halving

As the Bitcoin halving approaches on April 20, Bitwise Asset Management highlights that while immediate post-halving price actions are subdued, historical data suggests significant long-term gains. Navigating Bitcoins...