From mRNA to electrons: Here's who won Nobel Prizes in 2023
The Nobel Prizes for 2023 have been announced and include scientific discoveries that led to the development of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
Kate Whiting
October 4, 2023
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Towards responsible AI: Why building diverse voices is essential to guard its safety and fairness
Artificial intelligence has been powering many of the applications we use every day, but the technology is now entering a new, more sophisticated phase. As it does, we need new guardrails to ensure it develops in a way that is safe and fair.
Diya Wynn
October 4, 2023
Why corporations, governments, NGOs and educators must all help deliver sustainability education
Discover why providing a fully-rounded sustainability education to all requires a collective effort from corporations, governments, NGOs and educators.
Julie Linn Teigland
October 4, 2023
Why we cannot overlook diagnostics in the pursuit of universal health care
Nearly half the global population doesn't have access to the most basic diagnostics. To hit the UN's 2030 goal of health care for all, that must change.
Lance Little
October 4, 2023
“Space for all” might not be as far away as it sounds
It has never been easier for humans to get into space — and it's only getting easier. We must think now about how to ensure people everywhere benefit from this.
Eytan Stibbe
October 4, 2023
WHO recommends new malaria vaccine that's more affordable and easier to produce
WHO has recommended a second malaria vaccine, R21/Matrix-M, for children at risk of the disease. The vaccine is expected to be available by mid-2024 and cost between $2 and $4 per dose.
Gabrielle Tétrault-Farber and Leroy Leo
October 4, 2023
How women in the Global South are leading the fight against climate change
When climate change-related events occur – such as extreme weather, forest fires or floods – women and girls bear a heavier burden and experience more severe impacts.
Andi Misbahul Pratiwi
October 4, 2023
What is a carbon neutral product?
What are carbon neutral products? Apple smartwatches will be carbon neutral by using clean energy, recycled materials, and avoiding air freight.
Charlotte Edmond
October 4, 2023
FBI warns of dual ransomware attacks, and other cybersecurity news to know this month
FBI warns of dual ransomware threat; Companies struggle to overcome cyberskills gap; Hollywood actor Tom Hanks distances himself from AI deepfake advert.
Akshay Joshi
October 4, 2023
These 9 design principles can help deliver high-value affordable housing
In 2022 there were 582,462 homeless people in the US alone. Affordable, human-centric housing is hard to deliver — but these 9 design principles can help.
David Baker, Amanda Loper and Daniel Simons
October 3, 2023
New York Climate Week: 5 takeaways for the nature-positive agenda
Finance, nature tech and Indigenous communities were among the focus areas for a New York Climate Week that reaffirmed the importance of nature-positive action in supporting the net-zero transition.
Lucy Almond
October 3, 2023
Ugandan fish smoking kiln reduces cancer risks for women
New fish smoking kiln in Uganda reduces cancer risk for women and makes the process more efficient while also producing higher quality fish and reducing environmental impact.
Victoria Mbigidde
October 3, 2023
How to rebuild robust health workforces: An evidence-based approach
A new set of recommendations lays out a roadmap for rebuilding healthcare workforces, with real-world examples of solutions being implemented.
Michael Allen
October 3, 2023
The top 5 countries for electric vehicle adoption
Electric vehicle sales are growing exponentially worldwide, with Norway, Iceland, Sweden, the Netherlands and China leading the way. Government support is key to driving adoption.
Joel Jaeger
October 3, 2023