Technology

Remotely Piloted Aircraft and Their Use in Armed Conflicts

Drones, or remotely piloted aircraft, are a technology initially developed for civilian uses such as filmmaking, exploration of inaccessible areas,

The Rise of Polymers in Modern Medicine

Polymers play an increasingly important role in modern medicine. These materials are widely used in medical devices, implants, prosthetics, contact

Latin America speeds up — but with contrasts — its energy transition

With a hydro base of about 41% and steady growth in solar and wind, Latin America is on track to

The environmental impact of artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) has raised high hopes as a tool to address some of the world’s biggest environmental crises. From

The Plastic Industry Faces Its Greatest Environmental Challenge

The plastic industry is undergoing a forced transformation driven by the global environmental crisis. The adoption of advanced technologies aims

Rare earths: the invisible backbone of modern life

Few terms have gained as much attention in recent years as “rare earths.” These 17 chemical elements—including scandium, yttrium, and