Bezos Earth Fund and Smithsonian leap to the aid of endangered frog species
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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 26-Oct-2026 01:15 ET (26-Oct-2026 05:15 GMT/UTC)
$2M from the Bezos Earth Fund to help save 25 frog species through conservation, rewilding, and disease prevention efforts.
Researchers from Brazilian, Argentine, and Uruguayan institutions analyze the barriers that low- and middle-income countries face in disseminating research on intensive care medicine, particularly in the treatment of critically ill patients. Published this month in The Lancet, the study highlights how historical and economic biases perpetuate inequalities and suggests changes to make the scientific publishing system more inclusive and representative of the global community.
A study conducted by researchers at ESPOL has developed genetically improved bean varieties that are capable of withstanding water scarcity conditions. This discovery is crucial for developing more efficient agricultural strategies. Growing drought-resistant bean varieties will not only ensure stable production but also reduce dependence on excessive irrigation. This promotes more sustainable agriculture.
Coinciding with International School Meals Day (13 March), a new case study from one of Nairobi’s largest informal settlements shows that introducing biodiversity - including often overlooked indigenous foods - into school lunches can offer benefits both for nutrition and cost-saving.