From STEM to STEAM STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, and refers to an educational and professional approach that focuses on these four areas. STEM education aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the modern workforce, particularly in fields related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEAM, on the other hand, is an expansion of STEM that includes the arts….
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Interview with Leah Westwood Leah is our DDMS Information Quality Manager and she has a solid foundation of technical knowledge and skills that supports her in taking on complex project and tasks and perform at high level. She is a mother, she enjoys baking and her favourite song is Pineapple Skies by Miguel. For Women’s International Day we have prepared an interview with her to promote Women in Highways and…
The Power of Data Storytelling Data storytelling is the process of building a compelling narrative based on data and analytics into an understandable story to help or support business decisions and actions. Data storytelling focuses on creating valuable insights and creating a bridge between data analytics and decision makers or stakeholders. Storytelling is such an important skill nowadays because it helps us understand others. Data storytelling works in a similar…
HEWRAT Surveys Highways England and the Welsh Government have a duty not to pollute, therefore, National Highways has an ongoing programme whereby outfalls and soakaways on the Strategic Road Network (SRN) are evaluated with respect to the pollution risk they represent to receiving watercourses and groundwater. Discharges from road runoff must be designed so that water quality within receiving surface waters (following mixing of the road discharge and receiving waters),…
Good Vibes – Project Positive Energy The pursuit of happiness is part of our identity as human beings. Happiness leads to longer life, greater health, and increased levels of resilience. Why are some people happy and others not? People may be healthy and wealthy but still feel disconnected or unhappy. Can we learn to be happy? There is no single path to happiness because everyone views the world differently, and…
Meditation for beginners In this era of technology and fast paced changes we rarely allow ourselves to take a few moments and disconnect from all the chaos. Such a lifestyle has many consequences and challenges such as stress and anxiety. Practicing meditation can help reduce stress and anxiety by calming our mind and body. When we allow ourselves to slow down and focus on the present moment, we train our…
Encourage open communications to handle workplace gossip Communication is one of the most important processes for the proper functioning and success of a business, regardless of its nature. Good communication, verbal or written, with business partners, customers or suppliers is essential. And especially with your colleagues. An unavoidable outcome of colleagues meeting and interacting frequently is workplace gossip and this can be identified in almost any organisation, all over the…
Mental Health at Christmas Most of the time, winter holidays are happy moments celebrated with family and friends, so people look forward to them throughout the year. However, for some people winter holidays can come with certain complications, both physically and mentally. Society nowadays imprints the idea that the winter holidays must create feelings of joy and love. For people who struggle with depression or anxiety, the holidays may…
Are you ready for winter weather? The temperature is dropping more and more these days and of all the seasons, winter requires the most care and preparation if you are to stay safe. Wheater conditions will affect the way we drive, and there are a range of challenges you could encounter over the winter season. In order to enjoy a calm journey in the next few months make sure you…
Types of pollution To say it in simple words pollution is the introduction of harmful materials into the environment. We began to feel the presence of pollution with the start of the industrial revolution in the 19th century and since then it has continued to grow, becoming a big public health problem. Pollution occurs when the natural environment cannot destroy and eliminate waste that has reached it. Nowadays, there are…