In today’s edition of Squirrel News, Harvard selects its first Black president, a new mRNA vaccine halves risks of melanoma deaths during a study and Spain expands paid menstrual leave.
Claudine Gay has been chosen as the next president of Harvard University. Her expertise is in democracy and political science. She will become the school’s first Black leader and second female head.
Novel mRNA vaccine found to help immune system attack tumors
A combination treatment of immunotherapy and a personalised mRNA vaccine has shown the preliminary ability to reduce death from melanoma, which causes the majority of skin cancer deaths.
Spain expands menstrual leave for women experiencing severe pain
A new bill would increase the duration of menstrual leave for women who experience extreme period pain. If passed, it would be the first of such laws in Europe.
A 787-operated transatlantic route would be flown carbon-zero. Biofuels, produced from waste oils and fats, are planned to substitute traditional jet fuel, cutting the flight’s emissions by 80%.
New electric vehicle battery won’t lose charge over time
A team of researchers from the University of New South Wales and Yokohama National University has developed a battery that will not lose capacity over long-term use.
Cities around the world turn to plant-based cuisine
In an effort to limit carbon emissions, cities like LA and Buenos Aires have signed the Plant-Based Treaty. These locations pledge to find more environmentally friendly alternatives to meat for shops and restaurants.
Bakehouse has continued operations in Kyiv, Ukraine, despite regular power cuts and missile attacks. Now it has inspired a cookbook and charity project called Knead Peace.
