Learning to live with nature: Australia
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An effort is underway to reclaim land lost after almost two centuries of removing woodlands native to Western Australia and losing topsoil to grazing and salinity. Farmers and environmentalists are investigating ways to increase yields while restoring soils.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Who wants to be a genius?
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The debate on what makes people become geniuses, and the role of training versus inherited traits, is examined in detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Who wants to live forever?
Article Abstract:
Issues related to longevity and life expectancy are examined in detail, and death in old age is seen as desirable.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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