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Civil society calls for an ambitious European water strategy

Civil society is calling for a bold new European water strategy, according to Pietro Francesco De Lotto, President of the Consultative Commission on Industrial Change and EESC Member.
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Transforming plastic waste into sustainable clothing

Upcycled Medical Ltd describe the process of transforming plastic waste into sustainable clothing.
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Unlocking plant evolution mysteries: Algae’s 600 million year clue

The rich biodiversity that covers our planet originated from a fateful evolutionary event once called plant terrestrialization, but how do scientists unlock the secrets of plant evolution.
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Decarbonising the world economy with synthetic biology

Macquarie University Distinguished Professor Ian Paulsen, discusses how synthetic biology can be used to decarbonise the global economy.
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Patients with diabetes in rural underserved areas

Richard J. Santen, MD, Emeritus Professor of Medicine at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, USA, delineates the characteristics of patients with diabetes residing in rural underserved areas, including the role of meal replacements for weight loss.

Tracking Forest Drought: How long can trees survive before the forest dies?

Researchers from UC Davis have developed the ability to forecast the resilience of certain trees, revealing they can predict which will thrive best even when experiencing forest drought This new method links precipitation with tree growth. The team hope the method can help decisions on where best to put forest...
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Greenwashing ‘rife’ across the UK Supermarket sector

Liam Lysaght, Campaigner at Feedback Global, writes about recent analysis showing that greenwashing is 'rife' across the UK supermarket sector.
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10 fantastic tips to help you ensure a balanced menopause diet

Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is essential at all stages of life, even throughout menopause. Here Dr Deborah Lee lays out her 10 tips to help keep a balanced menopause diet and understand what your body needs.
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The Isle of Man’s approach to sustainable fishing

Jack Emmerson, Sea Fisheries Policy Manager Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, shares the Isle of Man’s approach to supporting a sustainable fishing industry whilst still benefiting the local economy.
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Boosting innovation in European bioeconomy

New projects to drive innovation within the European bioeconomy being funded by the CBE JU are outlined here.
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UK provides £250,000 aid amid Eastern Bangladesh flooding

In a compassionate response to the dire situation in eastern Bangladesh, the United Kingdom has announced an allocation of £250,000 (equivalent to over three crore and forty lacs taka) in aid.
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Research and innovation investments in Norway

Open Access Government explores the importance of funding research and innovation investments in Norway for the future of sustainability and technology.
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How Japan prioritises preventative care

We discuss healthcare in Japan, from its early adoption of universal healthcare to its vision for a health system that is fit for the future.
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Understanding UK monetary policy: Is a UK recession a reality?

With the cost of living increasing and financial instability becoming the norm, understanding UK monetary policy and the causes of a potential UK recession is becoming more and more important.
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Chinese tropical plant shows antiobesity potential

A research team led by Professor Akiko Kojima from Osaka Metropolitan University uncovers the antiobesity potential of the tropical plant Mallotus furetianus.
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UK’s £95 million climate programme in Nigeria

The UK government has introduced a £95 million climate programme in Nigeria called Propcom+ to support sustainable agriculture and forestry.
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Mounting water scarcity: A complex challenge requiring nuanced solutions

A sufficient freshwater supply is essential to ecosystems, societies, and economies. Given the continuous increase in global population, improved living standards and rampant economic growth, there is an ever-growing worry about water scarcity.
Agriculture innovation

UK invests £14 million in agricultural innovation

Over £14 million is being made available through two new competitions to promote agricultural innovation and research in the farming sector.
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What does obesity have to do with the rise in malnutrition in the UK

We tend to associate malnutrition with being underweight due to hunger and starvation. In fact, although this is indeed the case, obesity is also a major cause of malnutrition in the UK.
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An introduction to spina bifida and its available treatments

Dr Nauf AlBendar, Doctor of Clinical Medicine & Founder of The Womb Effect, introduces spina bifida, the primary cause of foetal loss and substantial disabilities in newborns.

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