Sustainability

17/03/2025

Jace Broadbin, a six-year-old from Connecticut, was born with Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA), a severe retinal dystrophy leading to blindness due to a defect in the AIPL1 gene. At two months old, he was diagnosed with this condition, which typically results in legal blindness from birth. In October 2020, Jace participated in a pioneering gene therapy trial at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. The treatment involved injecting healthy copies of the defective AIPL1 gene into his retina through a minimally invasive procedure.

This intervention aimed to restore the function of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Within weeks post-surgery, Jace showed remarkable improvements, including responding to visual stimuli like television and phone screens. By six months, he could recognize and name his favorite cars from several meters away, significantly enhancing his interaction with the environment. This case, among others, represents a significant advancement in gene therapy for genetic eye conditions, offering hope for treating rare diseases.

Amazing work.. Thank you to ALL involved at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, UK.. (info by Planet Warriors)

17/03/2025

Everything balances out when you use natural deterrents instead of poisons. 🦉

17/03/2025

Urban agriculture provides the population with fresh food, constructs green zones, recycles municipal waste and strengthens cities against climate change.

17/03/2025

35 years ago, this man planted a tree, never imagining it would one day become a hero. When a bus carrying 37 students nearly plunged off a cliff in the Philippines, this very tree stopped the tragedy from happening and saved every life on board.
One small act of kindness turned into a life-saving miracle. 🌱 Sometimes, the seeds you plant today can make a difference for others tomorrow. 💚

17/03/2025

Minnesota pays homeowners to plant wildflowers through its Lawns to Legumes program. The program helps homeowners establish pollinator-friendly habitats in their yards. You need to apply by 15th May 2025! See more at: https://bwsr.state.mn.us/l2l

16/03/2025

The wise words of Academic Ram Dass (6 April 1931 - 22 Dec 2019)

Let's appreciate people just the way they are♥

16/03/2025

16/03/2025

🌻 Sunflowers (family Asteraceae) are known for their phytoremediation properties: they can help clean up soil contaminated with hazardous substances, like heavy metals or radiation. They can absorb these contaminants through their roots and help in cleaning and restoring the soil. The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a species harvested for its edible oily seeds which are used in the production of cooking oil. The plant has an erect rough-hairy stem, reaching typical heights of 3 metres (10ft). The tallest sunflower on record achieved 9.17m (30ft 1in). Sunflower leaves are broad, coarsely toothed, rough and mostly alternate; those near the bottom are largest and commonly heart-shaped.

16/03/2025

In Churchill, Canada, one of the few towns where polar bears roam freely, it is common for residents to leave their car doors unlocked. This practice is not due to negligence but is instead a crucial safety measure: in the event of an unexpected encounter with one of these massive predators, anyone can quickly seek shelter in a nearby vehicle. Known as the "Polar Bear Capital of the World," Churchill faces unique challenges in coexisting with wildlife, prompting the community to adopt unusual strategies to ensure the safety of both residents and visitors.

16/03/2025

Brighten your backyard and support nature by planting native blooms! 🌼

16/03/2025

Sir David Attenborough..

16/03/2025

A Mexican company called BioFase makes biodegradable plastic from avocado seeds. They use this eco-friendly material to produce items like cutlery and straws that break down in just 240 days, much faster than regular plastic, which takes hundreds of years. Since Mexico grows a lot of the world’s avocados, BioFase turns leftover seeds into a sustainable resource instead of letting them go to waste.