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BBC Inside Science
Whatever happened to graphene?
Nov 21, 2024
Sir Andre Geim, Nobel Prize winner and co-discoverer of graphene, reflects on the journey of this revolutionary material from its simple discovery to its potential yet unrealized applications. He discusses graphene's promising uses in sports gear and construction, as well as innovations like graphene-enhanced wool insulation. Geim also addresses the balance between initial expectations and the modest pace of integration into everyday products, while sharing anecdotes about the excitement and skepticism surrounding graphene's commercial future.
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- Graphene's commercial potential remains largely unrealized two decades after its discovery, despite significant advancements in practical applications across various industries.
- Collaboration between scientific advice and policy, as emphasized by Dame Angela McLean, is crucial for effective conservation efforts and biodiversity protection.
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Biodiversity Conservation Efforts
Nations are currently engaging in discussions at COP16, focusing on the urgent need to protect biodiversity and reverse ongoing species loss by 2030. The UK, among the over 200 countries committed, is developing legislative frameworks such as the Environment Act to meet a target of protecting 30% of land and sea. Professor Dame Angela McLean emphasizes the importance of intertwining scientific advice with policy to create a collaborative effort in conservation that respects the connection between people and their natural surroundings. A key example is the Flow Country in northern Scotland, where local partnerships are being formed to guide sustainable conservation practices.
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