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Biopiracy: the struggle for equity in the scientific exploitation of natural resources

Biopiracy: the struggle for equity in the scientific exploitation of natural resources

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The countries of the South demand that rich nations share the benefits of the biological resources extracted from their lands which are then used for medical, agricultural or industrial purposes. Known as “biopiracy”, the issue is a major stumbling block at the UN’s COP15 talks on biodiversity. In 2016, Indian environmental activist Vandana Shiva spoke …

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Pregnancy is a genetic battleground between mom and dad

Pregnancy is a genetic battleground between mom and dad

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Metro photo Pregnancies can be tough, but is it really a genetic battleground between what mom’s genes and dad’s genes want for the baby? Editor’s Note: The Conversation is an independent, nonprofit source of news, analysis, and commentary from academic experts. Today’s article is by Jessica D. Ayers of Boise State University. (THE CONVERSATION) — …

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Ancient Giant Sea Turtle With Never-Before-Seen Features Found In Europe, Scientists Say | CNN

Ancient Giant Sea Turtle With Never-Before-Seen Features Found In Europe, Scientists Say | CNN

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Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — A long time ago, gigantic sea turtles swam in the seas of the Earth. Until recently, these prehistoric giants, reaching lengths of over 3 meters (10 feet) from head to tail, were thought …

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Pacific islands are fighting for their existence before rising sea levels engulf them

Pacific islands are fighting for their existence before rising sea levels engulf them

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Despite contributing less than 0.03% of total global carbon emissions, the Pacific islands are on the front lines of the climate crisis. Entire countries could be submerged under water in the next two to three decades. How do these island states fight for survival? A country is more than its land. A country is its …

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Multinationals open new gas sites, despite climate change warnings

Multinationals open new gas sites, despite climate change warnings

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Although scientists continue to insist that the planet must break free from its dependence on oil, gas and coal to effectively combat climate change, hydrocarbon development projects continue to emerge. Several countries, cities and NGOs are calling for a non-proliferation treaty on fossil fuels. In the next few years, multinationals such as Qatar Energy, Gazprom, …

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Discover the birth of a new star: the Webb Space Telescope captures once-hidden features of a protostar

Discover the birth of a new star: the Webb Space Telescope captures once-hidden features of a protostar

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The protostar in the dark cloud L1527, shown in this image from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope Near Infrared Camera (NIRCam), is embedded in a cloud of material fueling its growth. Ejections from the star have cleared cavities above and below, the edges of which glow orange and blue in this infrared view. Credits: NASA, …

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There is no planet B

There is no planet B

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Even a few hundred years ago when the Evangelical Fellowship was founded, most people did not travel very far from where they were born. Choices regarding education, career and marriage were few, and people knew maybe a few hundred people personallyduring their lifetime. Most food was locally grown and news about world events was minimal …

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