Category: Environment

America

Scientists have learned how living organisms acquire symmetry

A team of American researchers using the example of starfish studied how living organisms become symmetrical. All multicellular organisms originate from a single oocyte - the female reproductive cell, the…

15 November 2021 · 3 min read

Environment

Scientists have found romantic octopuses

Marine biologists were surprised by the behavior of the Pacific striped octopus. The researchers found that before they attack the prey, they pat it on the shoulder and only then…

14 November 2021 · 2 min read

Environment

Climate action can deliver a sustainable future for all: UN deputy chief

Climate action can be the driver for a green and equitable future for all, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has said at the TED Countdown Summit, urging people everywhere to demand that leaders deliver on their promise to limit global warming. 

13 November 2021 · 4 min read

Environment

The climate crisis is a health and humanitarian crisis

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has long responded to some of the world’s worst medical and humanitarian crises. Many of the areas in which we work are in the most climate-vulnerable…

9 November 2021 · 3 min read

Environment

MEPs to push for high ambitions at COP26 in Glasgow

A European Parliament delegation arrives in Glasgow today to participate in the COP26, where they will meet with key players in the negotiations.Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food…

8 November 2021 · 2 min read