Validation technique could help scientists make more accurate forecasts

Validation technique could help scientists make more accurate forecasts

Should you grab your umbrella before you walk out the door? Checking the weather forecast beforehand will only be helpful if that forecast is accurate. Spatial prediction problems, like weather forecasting or air pollution estimation, involve predicting the value of a variable in a new location based on known values at other locations. Scientists typically … Read more

Born too late? Climate change may be delaying births

Born too late? Climate change may be delaying births

New Curtin University research has found exposure to outdoor air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of prolonged pregnancy, offering new insights into the impact of climate change on maternal health. The study analysed data from nearly 400,000 births in Western Australia and found that higher exposure to fine particulate air … Read more