A University of Copenhagen study of plant-based drinks reveals a common issue: they are lacking in proteins and essential amino acids compared to cow’s milk. The explanation lies in their extensive processing, causing chemical reactions that degrade protein quality in the product and, in some cases, produce new substances of concern.A University of Copenhagen study of plant-based drinks reveals a common issue: they are lacking in proteins and essential amino acids compared to cow’s milk. The explanation lies in their extensive processing, causing chemical reactions that degrade protein quality in the product and, in some cases, produce new substances of concern.

A team at the CNIC has developed iFlpMosaics, an innovative set of genetic tools and mouse lines designed to more accurately study gene function and its impact on health and disease. Led by Dr. Rui Benedito and published in Nature Methods, this approach addresses key limitations of previous methods, enabling improved investigation of somatic mutations in cellular biology and disease.

Researchers at the University of Bergen have used advanced stem cell technology to develop mini-brains, also called brain organoids. These can replicate diseases caused by mitochondrial dysfunction, and open new pathways for treating serious brain disorders, such as epilepsy.Researchers at the University of Bergen have used advanced stem cell technology to develop mini-brains, also called brain organoids. These can replicate diseases caused by mitochondrial dysfunction, and open new pathways for treating serious brain disorders, such as epilepsy.

The challenges posed by climate change and greenhouse gas net-zero transition are discussed. Several key technology areas which require innovation are briefly reviewed in this article, including renewables, energy storage, distributed energy resources, CO₂ utilization, agriculture, and the synergy between Al and energy transition. The shift in mindset from “re-cycling” to “re-using” and a redefinition of “wealth” for a more sustainable future are also proposed.

Europe is investing heavily in the future of telecommunications, with four major 6G projects involving the University of Oulu launching in January 2025. Funded through the SNS JU (Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking), these initiatives represent a substantial EU commitment, with a total budget of €39.6 million across the projects. Collectively, the projects aim to tackle critical challenges in sustainability, resilience, collaboration, and human-centric innovation.