In a groundbreaking move, UK-based Ivy Farm Technologies has announced a strategic partnership to initiate cell-based meat production in China. This venture represents a significant step towards sustainable food solutions in a country with a soaring demand for meat. Pioneering Sustainable Meat Production Ivy Farm Technologies, a spin-out from Oxford...
Unveiling the Depths: Discovery of Canada’s Sole Ancient Coral Reef
In an unprecedented marine discovery, a B.C. scientist has unveiled the existence of Canada’s only known ancient coral reef, offering a glimpse into the rich underwater biodiversity and geological history of the region. A Serendipitous Discovery The journey to this remarkable find began with a curious report from First Nations...
Neuralink claims to have implanted a brain device in a human for the first time
What is Neuralink and what does it do? Neuralink is a neurotechnology company founded by Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX. The company aims to create a direct connection between the human brain and computers, using a device called the Link. The Link is a tiny chip...
UK-Canada trade talks hit a snag over cheese and beef
The UK and Canada have paused their negotiations on a post-Brexit trade deal, after failing to reach an agreement on key issues such as cheese and beef access. The talks, which started in March 2022, were expected to resume in February 2024, but the UK government announced on Thursday that...
Why are dolphins attacking baby manatees in Belize?
Dolphins are usually seen as friendly and intelligent animals, but they have a dark side that may surprise you. Scientists have discovered that bottlenose dolphins are targeting and harming baby manatees in the Caribbean, for reasons that are not clear. A team of researchers from the International Foundation for Nature...