General Knowledge
What is NATO’s Baltic Sentry Mission?
NATO has announced the launch of a new military initiative, “Baltic Sentry,” aimed at bolstering the protection of critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea region. The initiative was unveiled during a high-profile Summit of Baltic Sea Allies in Helsinki, co-hosted by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Alexander Stubb of Finland, and Prime Minister Kristen … Read more
Philippines Challenges China’s ‘Monster Ship’ in South China Sea
Philippines accused China of intimidating its fishermen and normalizing an “illegal presence” by sending its largest coast guard vessel, the 165-m (541-ft) ship 5901, into Manila’s maritime zone near the Scarborough Shoal. This incident is part of rising tensions in the South China Sea, where overlapping territorial claims exist between China and the Philippines. China’s … Read more
Diatoms and Their Crucial Role in Ocean Carbon Storage
Scientists from the UK’s National Oceanography Centre have discovered new complexities in how carbon is stored in the Southern Ocean. Diatoms, microscopic algae believed to play a key role in carbon sequestration by sinking carbon into deep waters, were found to mostly linger near the surface. This suggests unidentified processes in the ocean’s twilight zone … Read more
LignoSat: World’s First Wooden Satellite
LignoSat, the world’s first wooden satellite, was deployed from the ISS to test wood’s resilience in space’s extreme conditions. Developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, the eco-friendly satellite aims to explore sustainable alternatives to traditional aluminum alloys. Success could revolutionize satellite manufacturing by reducing pollution caused by reentry debris. Overview Mission Objectives Environmental Context … Read more
What is Selective Gene Silencing?
Selective gene silencing refers to a biological phenomenon where cells inactivate or suppress the expression of one copy of a gene inherited from either parent. This selective inactivation can affect whether the maternal or paternal gene copy is used by the cell. Key Features: Research Overview Implications of the Discovery Experimental Evidence Potential Clinical Applications … Read more