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Addressing the big questions and challenges

Global Future Research (GFR) has a research, consulting and science communications focus with an emphasis on futures, sustainability and addressing the big questions and challenges of our time.

GFR was launched in October 2021 as a sole operator business supported by collaborators.



Collapse – Is modern civilisation unravelling?

We are all aware of the rise and fall of past civilisations but often don’t take time to reflect on where our modern world is on this cycle. In this insight, we consider the rise and fall of civilisations as a life cycle with recognisable phases—each phase distinguishable by characteristics that allow us to see where modern civilisation sits on the cycle. 

If (or when) we are indeed on the verge of collapse, is there any chance we can respond adequately to enable humanity to survive and prosper?

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Prof Nick Schofield

Founder, Global Future Research

Nick has a broad range of national and international experience and has worked in the fields of astrophysics, water resources, environment, land use change, climate change, futures, business management and international development.

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Email nick@globalfutureresearch.com