The Beauty of Fundamental Science
Fundamental science, driven by curiosity not profit, fuels innovation like CRISPR and MRI. Though governments favor applied research, true progress relies on supporting basic discovery.
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World Bank says economies must protect nature to grow
Reboot Development argues that growth depends on healthy nature. The World Bank links degraded forests, soils, air, and water to slower GDP and poorer health. Forests store “green water” that stabilizes crops and drought risk. Excess fertilizer lowers yields and pollutes rivers and coasts. Dirty air and unsafe water cut learning and productivity and cause millions of deaths. Cities can cool and save energy through greening and compact design. The report calls for better data, smart policies, and rapid evaluation.
Wild bees are picking meals, not just flowers
Wild bumble bees do not just visit flowers. They shop for nutrients. An eight year study in Colorado tracked eight bee species and measured protein, fat, and carbohydrate in pollen from dozens of plants. It found two diet styles: some species chose higher protein pollen, others picked pollen with less protein and more fats and sugars. Long tongues reached different blooms than short tongues, shaping diet. The menu also changed with the season: spring offered more protein, late summer more energy. Queens and workers sometimes differed. Plant early protein and late energy, and mix flower shapes to feed them all.
