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Time of India
3 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Can science revive dead rhinos? The answer may shock you
Source: Wikipedia Scientists in the UK have revived living cells from a southern white rhino that died in 2021, offering new hope for conservation efforts. This breakthrough, reported by the BBC, was achieved by Nature's SAFE, a Shropshire-based charity. They successfully cultured millions of cells from a preserved skin sample taken before the rhino's death. This pioneering work could allow scientists to create new egg or sperm cells, helping to restore endangered populations. The technique, already proven in mice, marks a major step forward in protecting species like the southern white rhino and others at risk of extinction. A new discovery of rhino revival from dead to new life According to a BBC report, a skin sample taken from a rhino that died in 2021 is now offering fresh hope for conservation which has only become possible because of the pioneering efforts by a UK wildlife charity. The southern white rhino which lived at Whipsnade Zoo passed away at the age of 40. In the wake of its death, the veterinary staff collaborated with three specialist organizations to preserve tissue samples. Now, Nature's SAFE which is a conservation charity based in Whitchurch, Shropshire, has successfully cultivated millions of living cells from that sample. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like "I Had A Dad Bod - Until I Did This' Apex Labs Undo Rhino's revival discovery: a significant step to development This development represents a significant step toward a groundbreaking technique that may one day allow scientists to create viable egg or sperm cells from preserved rhino tissue, offering a new path for reviving endangered populations. Although the rhino died in 2021, new technology could allow her genetic material to support the southern white rhino population for generations to come. Before her death, conservation charity Nature's SAFE collected a skin sample from her ear while she was still alive. The cells were carefully frozen at –196°C, with the goal of preserving them long-term. Scientists hope that once melted, the cells can be revived and multiplied to produce new cell lines. A representative from the charity explained that while the process may seem like something out of science fiction, similar techniques have already been successful in mice ,showing promising potential for helping other species reproduce. Expert's efforts for Rhino revival from dead to new life In April, the team carefully took the rhino's frozen cells out of storage and brought them back to room temperature. Even though the rhino died nearly four years ago, they were able to grow new cells from the sample. Lab technician Lucy Morgan, who helped make it happen, said that the cells still carry the rhino's living DNA and can now be used to help protect the species, even though the animal is no longer alive. Nature's SAFE, which is also known as the "bio bank" has collected and preserved biological material from 300 different animal species — including 37 that are critically endangered and four that no longer exist in the wild. Goal of Nature's SAFE for Rhino's new life from dead The organization's goal is to help prevent animal extinction by protecting genetic diversity. It supports advanced reproductive technologies like artificial insemination and IVF to help maintain and rebuild strong, healthy wildlife populations. Debbie Rolmanis, the chief operations officer, explained: 'By collecting and growing skin cells from endangered animals, we're creating a living library of genetic material. This resource could one day help boost the genetic health of struggling species and stop them from disappearing.' She added that skin cells are especially useful because they're easy to collect and can be reproduced endlessly. Unlike other resources, they aren't limited, making them a powerful and reliable way to preserve an animal's DNA in working condition. Tullis Matson, founder and chair of the charity, shared his excitement about successfully reviving the rhino's cells, calling it a potential breakthrough for conservation. 'This is a major step forward,' he said. 'We've now shown that the rhino's cells are still alive and usable nearly four years after her death.' He explained that this achievement could be vital for saving other critically endangered animals — such as the mountain chicken frog and the Lake Pátzcuaro salamander — that might otherwise face extinction. Thanks to advances in bio-banking, their survival is now more possible than ever. Also read: Black Holes explained: Unraveling the facts of space's cosmic mystery
NZ Herald
22-05-2025
- Business
- NZ Herald
On The Up: Bay of Plenty Export Awards finalists announced
Heavy engineering and precision machine manufacturers, technology and software solution providers for the agricultural, health and legal sectors, as well as a manufacturer of kids' cycling accessories, have been named. The awards are organised by the EMA (Employers and Manufacturers Association) on behalf of ExportNZ. John Fraser-Mackenzie, EMA chief executive, said he looked forward to honouring the 'outstanding companies'. 'The awards celebrate the community of business, providing an opportunity for peer-to-peer networking and knowledge sharing among like-minded, export-oriented companies,' he said. Exporting companies shortlisted will be judged over three categories, including Best Emerging Business, Excellence in Innovation, and Exporter of the Year. Warwick Downing, chair of ExportNZ's executive committee, said the awards shone a 'well-deserved' spotlight on the incredible exporters in the Bay of Plenty. 'Equally important is the opportunity they provide to bring the exporting community together, to share stories, challenges, and insights that help drive the sector forward.' Josh Tan, executive producer of Export NZ, said the awards were a recognition of the 'incredible mahi' of exporters who continue to deliver excellence. 'The awards not only celebrate the individual enterprises. Importantly, they encourage a collaborative culture that nurtures exporting success around the region,' Tan said. List of finalists - ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards Bluelab – manufacturer of precision instruments for measuring pH, electrical conductivity and temperature in controlled agricultural environments. Carepatron – provider of a secure, cloud-based healthcare solution for practitioners to manage clients, appointments, payments, and records. Kids Ride Shotgun – designer and manufacturer of mountain bike seats and accessories for young children to enjoy biking with their families. LawVu – provider of a unified, cloud-based legal workspace, designed for in-house legal teams to efficiently manage matters, contracts, spend, documents, and reporting within a single, secure platform. Medella Health – developer of innovative wellness devices, including the Flowpresso therapy suit, which combines compression, deep pressure and thermo therapy. Oasis Engineering – manufacturer of high-pressure control devices for gases, such as hydrogen and compressed natural gas. Plazmax – designer and manufacturer of advanced computer numerical control (CNC) plasma cutting and robotic welding systems for precision engineering. Rhino Manufacturing – industry-leading supplier of parts for trucks and trailers; Rhino guards blend powerful performance with striking style. Spida Machinery – manufacturer of high-quality, precision machinery for the frame, truss, and building-component industries. Trimax Mowing Systems – designer and manufacturer of tractor-powered roller and flail mowers for commercial use. Sarah Webb from LawVu and Karl Stevenson from Bluelab have been announced as finalists for the Export Achievement Award. This recognises an individual who has made a material contribution to the export success of a business. The awards will be hosted on July 18 at Mercury Bay Park, Mount Maunganui, at a 1920s-themed gala honouring innovation and resilience.
Scoop
21-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Outstanding Exporters To Be Recognised At ExportNZ ASB Bay Of Plenty Export Awards
Judges for the ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards have announced the finalists who will be honoured at the awards gala on Friday 18 July at Mercury Baypark, Mount Maunganui. The awards, organised by the EMA, celebrate the exceptional achievements of Bay of Plenty businesses who are exporting goods and services to markets around the world. The event is proudly supported by principal sponsor ASB, as well as Sharp Tudhope, Air NZ Cargo, Page Macrae, Zespri, and Orbit Travel, and supporting partners NZTE, Comvita and Port of Tauranga. Winners announced at Awards Gala on 18 July, at Mercury Baypark, Mount Maunganui The success of each finalist will be celebrated at the 1920s-themed awards gala on 18 July, which promises to be a night of elegance, glamour and celebration, honouring the innovation and resilience of the region's exporters. Gala tickets are available at ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards 2025 . List of finalists - ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards Finalists in the 2025 awards encompass a broad range of innovative businesses, showcasing the breadth and depth of exporting excellence in the Bay of Plenty region. These include heavy engineering and precision machine manufacturers, technology and software solution providers for the agricultural, health and legal sectors, as well as a manufacturer of kids' cycling accessories. The finalists for the 2025 ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards are: Bluelab - a manufacturer of precision instruments for measuring pH, electrical conductivity and temperature in controlled agricultural environments. Carepatron - a provider of a secure, cloud-based healthcare solution for practitioners to manage clients, appointments, payments, and records. Kids Ride Shotgun - a designer and manufacturer of mountain bike seats and accessories for young children to enjoy biking with their families. LawVu - a provider of a unified, cloud-based legal workspace, designed for in-house legal teams to efficiently manage matters, contracts, spend, documents, and reporting within a single, secure platform. Medella Health - a developer of innovative wellness devices, including the Flowpresso therapy suit, which combines compression, deep pressure and thermo therapy. Oasis Engineering - a manufacturer of high-pressure control devices for gases, such as hydrogen and compressed natural gas. Plazmax - a designer and manufacturer of advanced computer numerical control (CNC) plasma cutting and robotic welding systems for precision engineering. Rhino Manufacturing - an industry-leading supplier of parts for trucks and trailers; Rhino guards blend powerful performance with striking style. Spida Machinery - a manufacturer of high-quality, precision machinery for the frame, truss, and building-component industries. Trimax Mowing Systems - a designer and manufacturer of tractor-powered roller and flail mowers for commercial use. The short-listed exporting companies will be judged over the following categories: - Best Emerging Business (in partnership with Air New Zealand Cargo) - recognising businesses in the early stage of their international growth journey. - Excellence in Innovation (in partnership with Page Macrae) - recognising success in the commercialisation of innovation in international markets, incorporating intellectual property, strategy, processes and monitoring. - Exporter of the Year (in partnership with Sharpe Tudhope) - recognising the success of those businesses that are established in their international growth journey. In addition, the Export Achievement Award (in partnership with Zespri) recognises an individual who has made a material contribution to the export success of a business. Finalists for this category are: - Sarah Webb, LawVu - Karl Stevenson, BlueLab Finally, the Services to Export Award (in partnership with Orbit Travel) recognises an individual or business, who may or may not be directly involved with exporting, but has made a significant contribution to exporting success in the Bay of Plenty. Entry for this award is by nomination only, with the winner announced at the awards gala on 18 July. Highlighting export innovation in Bay of Plenty The awards are organised by the EMA on behalf of ExportNZ. EMA Chief Executive John Fraser-Mackenzie says, "We look forward to honouring these outstanding companies at this year's awards gala on 18 July, which will harness the spirit of the 'Roaring Twenties'. "The awards celebrate the community of business, providing an opportunity for peer-to-peer networking and knowledge sharing among like-minded, export-oriented companies." Chair of the ExportNZ BoP Executive Committee Warwick Downing says, "These awards shine a well-deserved spotlight on the incredible exporters in the Bay of Plenty who work tirelessly to bring New Zealand products and services to the world. "Equally important is the opportunity they provide to bring the exporting community together, to share stories, challenges, and insights that help drive the sector forward." Head of Trade Finance at ASB Bank Mike Atkins says, "We are excited to partner with ExportNZ to celebrate the export champions from the Bay of Plenty region. "At ASB, we are passionate about enabling exporters to scale up, be it through working capital funding or other advisory initiatives across productivity, sustainability, clean tech, and food & fibre." Executive Director of ExportNZ Josh Tan says, "These awards are a recognition of the incredible mahi of exporters in the Bay of Plenty who continue to deliver excellence. "The awards not only celebrate the individual enterprises, importantly they encourage a collaborative culture that nurtures exporting success across the region."
Business Wire
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Rhino Resources and Halliburton Deliver the First Two Exploration Wells on Block 2914 in Namibia
WINDHOEK, Namibia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rhino Resources (OTC: RHNO) and Halliburton (NYSE: HAL) announced the delivery of two exploration wells on Block 2914 within Petroleum Exploration License (PEL) 85 offshore Namibia. Halliburton's collaborative approach and integrated services were instrumental in Rhino's success as the block's operator. These exploration wells are the first to be completed entirely from in-country infrastructure through Halliburton's newly established operational bases in Walvis Bay, Swakopmund, and Lüderitz. 'This success is an example of what's possible when world-class technology, local collaboration, and a shared long-term vision come together,' said Antoine Berel, vice president, Halliburton Sub-Saharan Africa. 'Our newly established infrastructure across Namibia enabled this discovery, which will help unlock Namibia's energy potential and build the capacity to support the country's future as an energy hub in Africa.' As Namibia attracts international interest in its offshore basins, the success of this campaign sets a new standard for energy development in the region. 'At the onset of the drilling campaign, we communicated to our partners that Rhino's exploration efforts in Namibia should simultaneously prove geological potential and deliver long-term benefits for the country. The discoveries on Block 2914 are a promising start to this journey, which will contribute to the foundation we are laying for Namibia's burgeoning oil and gas industry — one built on knowledge and skills transfer, local capacity building and the upliftment of young Namibians,' said Travis Smithard, CEO of Rhino Resources. In October 2024, Rhino Resources and Halliburton inaugurated the Rhino-Halliburton Technology Centre at the University of Namibia (UNAM) Southern Campus, a state-of-the-art facility aimed to advance geoscience education and research nationwide. The centre represents a long-term investment in Namibia's youth, who will provide the future human capital and scientific leadership in the energy sector. The collaborative and integrated local-first approach underscores the value that Halliburton and Rhino Resources bring to Namibia and serves as a model for future projects in the country and the region. About Halliburton Halliburton is one of the world's leading providers of products and services to the energy industry. Founded in 1919, we create innovative technologies, products, and services that help our customers maximize their value throughout the life cycle of an asset and advance a sustainable energy future. Visit us at connect with us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.
Daily Express
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Preparations progressing well: Kota Kinabalu head coach
Published on: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 14, 2025 Text Size: Rosly said they will emphasise more on the players' fitness and combination in the next three weeks. Kota Kinabalu: Team Kota Kinabalu are progressing well in their preparation for the Sabah Games (Saga) qualifying matches scheduled early next month. Head coach Rosly Jamal said they will emphasise more on the players' fitness and combination in the next three weeks. 'Our preparation is going well at the moment. There are no injury worries and we will arrange several friendly matches before finalising the team before the start of the qualifying ties next month,' he said on Monday. Meanwhile, Nuhafiza Badar has been appointed as the team manager. Rosly, who will be assisted by Ismail Tudiki and former Rhino Sabri Sahar, also thanked Safa Bandaraya for the trust in him as head coach. 'For me, it's a big challenge, but with the support from Ismail and Sabri, we will try to do our best for the sake of Kota Kinabalu,' he said. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
