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@CropLifeIntl shared
On Sep 28, 2021
RT @ScienceAlly: The @UN @FoodSystems Summit’s Scientific Group has recognized gene editing as a key tool that can help transform global food systems to end hunger by 2030. https://t.co/hDjbSTRbAc
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Scientific group says gene editing key tool for transforming global food systems

Scientific group says gene editing key tool for transforming global food systems

The United Nations Food Systems Summit’s Scientific Group has recognized gene editing as a key tool that can help transform global food systems to end hunger by 2030. The group also ...

@klausammann shared
On Sep 25, 2021
The world's biggest carbon-removal plant just opened. In a year, it'll negate just 3 seconds' worth of global emissions. https://t.co/BFzpjBfYXV https://t.co/DnLcd8OzOr
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The world's biggest carbon-removal plant just opened. In a year, it'll negate just 3 seconds' worth of global emissions.

The world's biggest carbon-removal plant just opened. In a year, it'll negate just 3 seconds' worth of global emissions.

Companies are developing technology that sucks carbon dioxide out of the air. But scientists say it can't be scaled up fast enough.

@klausammann shared
On Sep 25, 2021
Monarch butterflies are being wiped out. These combat veterans are trying to save them. https://t.co/yxYaUao4fi https://t.co/Vy2k0HUMpv
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Monarch butterflies are being wiped out. These combat veterans are trying to save them.

Monarch butterflies are being wiped out. These combat veterans are trying to save them.

Guardian Grange aims to help veterans cope with trauma and transitioning back to civilian life. The group's first projects is to help build a butterfly preserve

@GHGGuru shared
On Sep 24, 2021
RT @BioBeef: My latest paper with @samjwerth is out just in time for the UN Food Systems Summit @BSAS_org Animal board invited review: "Animal agriculture and alternative meats – learning from past science communication failures" @ucdavis @UCDavisCLEAR @GHGGuru @ucanr https://t.co/HPtbX0o4AA
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Animal board invited review: Animal agriculture and alternative meats – learning from past science communication failures

Animal board invited review: Animal agriculture and alternative meats – learning from past science communication failures

Sustainability discussions bring in multiple competing goals, and the outcomes are often conflicting depending upon which goal is being given credence…

@stuartsmyth66 shared
On Sep 29, 2021
This week's SAIFood blog presents highlights of our recent article. Consumer knowledge about some aspects of biotech foods has increased such as farmer profit & higher yields. Many other aspects not well understood. Communication is making an improvement. https://t.co/XSnjkjQqSe
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survey of 502 Canadians

survey of 502 Canadians

When it comes to food production methods, the risks and benefits matter Studies on consumer awareness and knowledge, specifically on how crops and foods are …

@IAmBiotech shared
On Sep 29, 2021
Join us next week for the start of the BIO IMPACT Webinar Series! We’ll explore how we can promote consistent sustainability accounting and highlight innovations and partnerships for climate mitigation and a resilient biobased economy. Register: https://t.co/BlFmO8VY2l https://t.co/mKjQW0QfKd
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2021 Webinar Series

2021 Webinar Series

BIO IMPACT Webinar Series is a new offering by BIO to continue providing timely, relevant insights into the latest issues in the biotech agriculture and environmental sectors.  This focused ...

@sciam shared
On Sep 28, 2021
High, rocky peaks are no longer an insurmountable hurdle for ever fiercer flames fueled by heat and drought. (By @AndreaTWeather) https://t.co/zdPG2igxaz
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How Climate Change Helped Fires Cross the Sierra Nevada for the First Time

How Climate Change Helped Fires Cross the Sierra Nevada for the First Time

High, rocky peaks are no longer an insurmountable hurdle for ever fiercer flames fueled by heat and drought

@sciam shared
On Sep 27, 2021
The European Union wants all portable electronics to contain USB-C charging ports. (By @sophiebushwick) https://t.co/2Dm4jBj9R7
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All Small Electronics Should Have the Same Charging Ports, New E.U. Rule Says

All Small Electronics Should Have the Same Charging Ports, New E.U. Rule Says

In a bid to reduce waste, a proposed regulation would require phones and other small electronics to switch to USB-C