Beyond the loss of millions of lives, the COVID-19 pandemic stressed the world in ways previously unimaginable: socially, politically, economically and more. The worst now seems to be over, but it’s important to look back to learn what we did right, what we did wrong and how we can prepare for the next big thing. In this issue of KUST Review, we examine what scientists are telling us about these things.
The Future of water
Although the issue of water scarcity may be especially acute in the UAE and MENA region, it’s of international concern. That’s why in the premiere issue of the Khalifa University Science and Tech Review, we’re investigating some of the ways researchers and innovators are looking at the future of water: how to better manage the resources we have; measure and predict the weather changes that will shape our new world; access sources previously believed out of reach; and power these efforts without adding to the carbon-dioxide emissions driving climate change to begin with.