The article announces MIT Technology Review’s annual “Innovators Under 35” list, which highlights 35 young scientists and technologists from around the world who are making significant advancements in their respective fields. The honorees, selected from 550 nominations with the help of 44 expert judges, are categorized into biotechnology, AI, computing and robotics, and climate and energy. The list aims to provide readers with insight into the future of technological and scientific progress by showcasing the work and goals of these emerging leaders.
Additionally, the article briefly discusses the potential of spiderwebs as a source of environmental DNA (eDNA), which can be used to identify and monitor biodiversity. Studies have found that spiderwebs, by trapping genetic material from arachnids, their prey, and surrounding bio-detritus, offer an effective and passive method for identifying vertebrates, potentially revolutionizing the way nature is measured and conserved. Source