A new law in California protects consumers’ brain data. Some think it doesn’t go far enough.
Tech companies collect brain data that could be used to infer our thoughts—so it’s vital we get legal protections right.
Biotech
Biobots arise from the cells of dead organisms − pushing the boundaries of life, death and medicine
Given the right conditions, certain types of cells are able to self-assemble into new lifeforms after the organism they were once part of has died.
Fungus breaks down ocean plastic
A fungus living in the sea can break down the plastic polyethylene, provided it has first been exposed to UV radiation from sunlight. Researchers from, amo…
Australian scientists genetically engineer common fly species to eat more of humanity’s waste
Black soldier flies could help cut planet-warming methane produced when organic waste breaks down, Macquarie University team says
The living things that feast on plastic
Scientists are scouring garbage sites around the world for bacteria, fungi and even insects that harbor enzymes that could be harnessed for breaking down various polymers. It’s early days, but if the efforts can be efficiently scaled-up, such biological recycling could put a dent in the plastic waste problem.
Radioactive rhino horns: The project aimed at stopping poaching
A conservationist working with the rhinos has called it 'the best idea' as border control will be able to detect the radioactive horns and they'll no longer be able to be used in traditional medicines.