Super-precise new CRISPR tool could tackle a plethora of genetic diseases

Super-precise new CRISPR tool could tackle a plethora of genetic diseases

The system allows researchers more control over DNA changes, potentially opening up conditions that have challenged gene-editors. Prime editing offers greater control over genome edits, an advance that could be particularly important for developing gene therapies.
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Artificial Leaf Successfully Produces Clean Gas with Sunlight, Carbon Dioxide & Water

Artificial Leaf Successfully Produces Clean Gas with Sunlight, Carbon Dioxide & Water

A widely-used gas that is currently produced from fossil fuels can instead be made by an ‘artificial leaf’ that uses only sunlight, carbon dioxide and water, and which could eventually be used to develop a sustainable liquid fuel alternative to petrol.
YouTubers band together to plant 20 million trees to fight climate change

YouTubers band together to plant 20 million trees to fight climate change

It may not solve the climate crisis, but it's a "fist bump to Mother Earth. With a combined 650 million subscribers — nearly double the population of the United States — a coalition of YouTubers wants to tackle the climate crisis by raising $20 million to plant 20 million trees.
Here Are All the 2019 Nobel Prize Winners

Here Are All the 2019 Nobel Prize Winners

Nobel in medicine to research in cellular oxygen use. Nobel in physics for ideas on cosmos. Nobel in chemistry for scientists worked to develop & advance lithium-ion batteries. Nobel in literature. 2019 Nobel Peace Prize to Ethiopian Prime Minister. Nobel in Economic Sciences for experimental approach to alleviating global poverty
The Adriatic Coast: A Perfect Destination For Your Autumn Cruise

The Adriatic Coast: A Perfect Destination For Your Autumn Cruise

Thinking of taking a superyacht holiday this Autumn? The Adriatic Coast and Gulf of Trieste in Northern Italy should be your next cruising destination. The north-east corner of Italy, its rocky coastline dotted with castles and rolling hillsides patch worked with vineyards is a spectacular travel destination.
The future of shipping? Hydrogen-powered Energy Observer reaches London

The future of shipping? Hydrogen-powered Energy Observer reaches London

The world’s first hydrogen-powered boat to tour the world, Energy Observer, has sailed into London. With no CO2 emissions, no fine particles and no noise that could disturb underwater fauna, the ship is the first of its kind and potentially a model for the future.
Eliud Kipchoge Breaks 2 Hour Marathon Barrier in Vienna

Eliud Kipchoge Breaks 2 Hour Marathon Barrier in Vienna

In Vienna, the Kenyan achieved a milestone once believed to be unattainable. On a course specially chosen for speed, in an athletic spectacle of historic proportions, Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya ran 26.2 miles in a once-inconceivable time. But his time, 1:59:40, will not be recognized as a world record.

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