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Journal: No Limits

Utilising nature’s potential

Agnieszka Kompała-Bąba , Agnieszka Sikora

Language: EN | Published: 30-12-2024 | Abstract | pp. 4-7

Contemporary cities are mostly seen through the lens of organised greenery, while the potential of unorganised greenery growing on wasteland and post-industrial sites remains underappreciated despite being equally valuable. In such places, nature itself shapes plant communities that are best adapted to difficult environmental conditions, contributing to soil remediation, water retention, and biodiversity. Examples from Silesia, such as the Silesian Park, Żabie Doły, and Uroczysko Zielona show that nature can be an effective partner in the process of revitalising urban spaces. The concept of a ‘novel ecosystem’ created by plant succession in degraded areas points the way towards sustainable urban development in the face of climate change. Therefore, we should learn to trust nature and consider it an ally in urban planning.

2024-12-30



Journal: No Limits

Science news

Katarzyna Stołpiec

Language: PL | Published: 18-09-2020 | Abstract | pp. 4-5

More accurate diagnosis of colorectal cancer
A new quality of dental implant coating
New layers for elements made of aluminium and its alloys
Establishment of the SPIN-Lab Microscopic Matter Research Center
The T2K experiment in Nature

2020-09-18



Journal: No Limits

Why Does the Universe Consist Primarily of Matter?

Małgorzata Kłoskowicz , Jan Kisiel , Arkadiusz Bubak

Language: PL | Published: 21-09-2020 | Abstract | pp. 24-27

The nature of neutrinos is still being discovered. Observations from recent years have suggested that the analysis of these particles may bring us closer to understanding why the universe is primarily composed of matter. In order to study their properties, two powerful detectors were built. The close ND280 detector is located in Tokai, Japan. The Japan Proton Accelerator Research Complex (J-PARC) and Super-Kamiokande are also located there, i.e. 295 km from the J-PARC center, in a mine inside a mountain in the town of Kamioka. These places gave name to the T2K experiment – Tokai-to-Kamioka, which may bring us closer to explaining the difference between the observed amount of matter and antimatter in the universe. 

2020-09-21



Journal: No Limits

How brain research will change the future of humanity

Karina Maciejewska , Agnieszka Sikora

Language: EN | Published: 25-04-2025 | Abstract | pp. 14=17

Research conducted at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering of the University of Silesia focuses on the analysis of biomedical signals in the context of neuroscience. Thanks to the use of modern technologies, such as virtual reality, mobile brain and body imaging, EEG, ECG, EMG, and EDA, it is possible to study cognitive processes in natural conditions and in real time. The article highlights the interdisciplinary nature of neuroscience, which combines engineering, medicine, computer science and the humanities, and presents potential directions for its development. Modern brain research not only enables a deeper understanding of the functioning of the human mind but also paves the way for breakthrough therapies and assistive technologies.

2025-04-25



Journal: No Limits

Nature does not Create Unnecessary Things

Agnieszka Sikora , Piotr Skubała

Language: EN | Published: 08-11-2021 | Abstract | pp. 4-7

Zero waste is an idea demanding a change in the way we think about and function in the environment. It points out that human activity should be connected with the responsibility for how we live and what consequences our actions have on the planet. The idea behind zero waste is to minimize the amount of waste and reuse it, as well as not to waste purchased products. Due to the fact that we use environmental resources, it is worth remembering that everything we buy and then use becomes waste. Therefore, the emphasis on changing our habits and lifestyles is so important, but what matters the most is to reduce excessive consumerism.

2021-11-08