Humanoid robots stride into the future with world’s first half-marathon
At the crack of the starter's gun, and as a Chinese pop song "I Believe" blared out from loudspeakers on...Science
Research on multiple sclerosis wins ‘Oscars of science’
Stephen Hauser and Alberto Ascherio were recognized for their decades researching the debilitating neurodegenerative disease, which affects nearly three million...Science
NASA successfully places Orion spacecraft in lunar orbit
WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES - NASA's Orion spacecraft was placed in lunar orbit Friday, officials said, as the much-delayed Moon mission...The spacecraft is to take astronauts to the Moon in the coming years -- the first to set foot on its surface since the last Apollo mission in 1972.
While in lunar orbit, flight controllers will monitor key systems and perform checkouts while in the environment of deep space, the agency said.
MoCCAE highlights role of UAE Climate Change Research Network
SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT - The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) organized an awareness session on the UAE...The network aims to support collaborative research programs by creating a platform for engaging the academic and scientific community.
Drawing the participation of 100 attendees, the event explored several key topics, including promoting science and policy engagement for climate action.
UAE University’s agriculture college launches campaign to cut food waste
AL AIN, UAE - The College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine at the United Arab Emirates University launched an awareness...The program is targeting schools and universities to educate students about the need to reduce food waste.
The studies conducted in the food court showed that over 50 kilograms of foods is wasted daily during breakfast and lunch.
ESA to announce name of history’s first ‘parastronaut’ soon
Paris, France---The first astronaut -- or astronauts -- with a physical disability could be announced as soon as Wednesday, according...People with physical disabilities have previously been excluded from one of the most exclusive and demanding jobs on Earth -- and beyond -- due to strict selection requirements.
After carrying out a feasibility study, the ESA said potential candidates could include people with deficiencies in their lower limbs, whether from amputation or congenital defects
Swiss regret COP27 going soft on top polluters
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - Switzerland regretted Sunday that the COP27 climate summit outcome does not impose obligations on the highest greenhouse...There was disappointment in some quarters over COP27's stand on cutting emissions.
There were concerns that no resolutions were passed on phasing out coal and reducing subsidies for oil and gas
Indonesian Govt, 3 organizations to protect marine environment
ABU DHABI, UAE - The Indonesian Government, G42, a UAE-based AI and cloud computing company, a global nonprofit OceanX and...The project recognizes the importance of mapping of marine resources through advanced technologies to protect and preserve the ocean environment.
The project intends to provide marine genomics applications by G42 Healthcare in support of OceanX’s social welfare mission.
COP27 focuses on ways and means to feed 8 billion people
The adaptation and agriculture thematic day at COP27 focused on how the world will feed eight billion people.A series of sessions and initiatives shed light on pathways forward on adaptation and climate resilient agriculture.
The focus comes at a particularly challenging year for food security.
Tropical Storm Nicole delays launch of NASA Moon rocket
After two launch attempts were scrubbed this summer because of technical problems, the rocket had to be returned to the Vehicle...A senior official at the US space agency said that a launch attempt, which had been scheduled for November 14, will now take place on November 16
Some experts have voiced concern that the rocket, which is estimated to cost several billion dollars, could be damaged by debris from the hurricane if it remains exposed
‘UAE to reveal implementation map of Net Zero 2050 at COP27’
Minister of Climate Change and the Environment Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri said the UAE’s participation in the 27th session of...A UAE minister said the COP27 focuses on financing and ensuring equitable participation of developing countries in climate action efforts.
She said the UAE will invite the world to participate in the efforts to spread and use renewable energy.
21 Saudi Universities figure in Times Higher Education list
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The number of Saudi universities in the Times Classification of Specializations increased to 21 Saudi universities,...Saudi universities are distinguished in 10 major disciplines out of the 11 majors in which international universities are ranked.
The Kingdom’s universities rankings include 47 in physical sciences, 56 in computer science and 57 in engineering.
