Scientists from Stanford University in California, United States managed to sequence human DNA in record-breaking time - 5 hours and 2 minutes, to be exact - to diagnose rare genetic diseases, and they are hopeful to soon cut the sequencing time in half.
A UK-based startup is using camera-fitted drones as a revolutionary way to map out pollution and plastic trails: the drones collect large amounts of data in record time, enabling scientists to discover the underlying problems in specific areas and help educate locals.
France’s ban on plastic packaging for fresh fruits and vegetables came into force on the first day of 2022, and its law against overwrapping could inspire other countries to follow in its footsteps.
Scientists affiliated with a California-based research institute managed to identify 70 new plant and animal species, thus improving our knowledge of the planet’s biodiversity and our capabilities in better conserving it.
