Tag: #ScienceAndTechnology
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RUSSIAN, CHINESE SCIENTISTS DEVELOP ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIAL TO STRENGTHEN ISLAND SOIL
Scientists from Russia’s South Ural State University and China’s Zhejiang University have developed a new material for strengthening calcareous sand, a type of soil commonly found on islands and reefs. The technology combines calcium carbonate produced through an enzymatic process with coconut fibre. Researchers say the material can be up to five times stronger under…
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STAKEHOLDERS CALL FOR GREATER INVESTMENT IN BRAIN RESEARCH TO BOOST NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT
Experts, policymakers and development partners have called for increased investment in neuroscience research, education and innovation, saying it could improve healthcare, strengthen human capital and drive Nigeria’s economic growth. The call was made at a neuroscience roundtable in Abuja organised by the Embassy of Spain in Nigeria and partner institutions. Participants highlighted the growing importance…
