Most Genome Data Comes from White Folks. Scientists Are Trying to Fix That.
With a new genome sequence, more diverse data sets, and population-specific projects, scientists are making progress in representing humanity’s real DNA diversity.
Society + Culture
We Need to Change the Abortion Rights Narrative
Banning abortion pushes the U.S. towards the path of becoming a third rate power, with uneducated, unemployable citizens whose lives will need to be subsidized by government dollars.
Ukraine’s Nuclear Power Plants Caught in the Crossfire of War With Russia
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has triggered fears of another nuclear power disaster in the region, 36 years after the world’s largest nuclear accident.
It’s Time to Scale Up Regenerative Farming
Regenerative agriculture has the potential to transform lives and diets. The Cellular Economy has the potential to transform society. Let's find ways to fund them to make the global food system and economy more sustainable.
The UN Sets Historic Targets for Global Connectivity
It’s no longer enough to just say people “need to be connected to the internet.” We require clear targets, especially since 2.9 billion people remain offline. So now the ITU and the UN Sec-General’s office...
Cities and Countries are Solving Real Problems In the Metaverse
Cevat Yerli wants a metaverse rooted in pragmatism, optimism and happiness. He’s not alone.
Doctors Finally Care About Your Home DNA Results
After years of dismissing direct-to-consumer genetic tests, some healthcare professionals are now seeking guidelines for how to incorporate this data into patient care.
How Tech Is Mobilizing to Confront the Climate Crisis
Can technology help solve the climate crisis? A lot of smart money is betting that it can.
We Can Change Minds, Says the World’s Most Popular Climate Scientist
In an exclusive interview at the recent Techonomy Climate conference, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe said that the most powerful tool we have in the fight against climate change is effective communication. The tech is here. It’s...