Rebalancing climate finance to increase and ‘ring fence’ investment and incentives across the full agri-food value chain – including in the hidden middle – is critical to stimulate momentum in food systems transformation and to simultaneously strengthen food security. This is particularly true for small and medium-sized enterprises, which account for most of the sector’s businesses.[7] … Read more
Imagine a thread so thin it’s invisible to the naked eye but packed with the mass of thousands of stars. This isn’t science fiction—it’s the theoretical description of cosmic strings, structures that may hold answers to the Universe’s greatest mysteries. If confirmed, researchers believe these theoretical strings could unlock the key to time travel. Cosmic … Read more
X-rays have fundamentally revolutionized healthcare, giving us views of the human body and even almost impossible views of atoms. However, the radiation involved in X-rays has often raised concerns about long-term health risks. Now, researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) may have found a way to make X-ray imaging safer without … Read more
Concrete is a foundational material in construction, but it can encounter a costly problem: cracking. Engineers have been looking for ways to make stronger, more durable concrete, and researchers in Australia may have discovered an innovative solution that repurposes waste carpet fibers into crack-resistant concrete. Dr. Chamila Gunasekara from RMIT University is leading the research team. So … Read more
China’s southern tech hub Shenzhen spent a record amount on research and development (R&D) last year, rivalling Beijing’s level and vastly exceeding that of neighbouring Hong Kong to cement its position as a national research mecca. Shenzhen’s R&D expenditure jumped to 223.66 billion yuan (US$30.93 billion) in 2023, surpassing the 200-billion-yuan mark for the first … Read more
China’s system of cultivating talent needs an overhaul if it is to serve Beijing’s ambitions to be an education power, while its universities lag far behind their peers in international appeal, the top legislature has heard. Education Minister Huai Jinpeng told a meeting of the National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee last week that the … Read more
Imagine a device that not only purifies water but also recycles waste, all at an affordable price. Researchers at Dalhousie University in Canada have made this a reality, creating a water purifier that costs just a few cents per liter and is crafted from discarded tires. This recycled water still tackles two major environmental challenges: … Read more
I-STEM (Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering facilities Map), an initiative from the Office of Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India, conducted its flagship ‘Samavesha’ at the University of Ladakh on November 5, 2024. The Samavesha Project connects industries, researchers and start-ups looking to avail advanced scientific equipment with an academic institution that has the requisite … Read more
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With the arrival of the festive season, Halloween, and holiday celebrations, children often indulge in sugary treats, including sweets and candies. However, new research suggests that it is recommended to keep a close eye on young children’s sugar intake. A study published Friday in the journal Science reveals that reducing sugar in a child’s first … Read more
Mike’s pillows Later on Sunday at a rally in North Carolina, another swing state, Trump seemed confused. At one point he suggested to the crowd that he was still in Pennsylvania. He also told a fictional story about the Al Capone, the Chicago gangster who died in 1947, and “MyPillow” CEO Mike Lindell having dinner … Read more
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