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Research by geographer Peter Ravenscroft uncovers risks posed by naturally occuring arsenic in groundwater.

137 million people worldwide may be exposed to unsafe levels, particularly in southeast and southwest Asia, South and Central America, and Africa.

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  Geographers map Arctic territorial claims

A team of geographers have mapped the territorial claims - and conflicts - that affect and could affect the Arctic region

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Geography is relevant to many current issues. Geographers' research and work applies to most areas of life.

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