science

New snake species found in Cuba

Published on: October 16, 2021
00:15

Havana, Oct 16 (Prensa Latina) A new species of snake, called Arrhyton albicollum, was discovered in the eastern Cuban province of Holguin, so there are 44 snakes of this type registered in the country, local media reported.

Singapore launches Southeast Asia’s first ship simulator

Published on: October 14, 2021
10:49

Singapore, Oct 14 (Prensa Latina) The Singapore Polytechnic Institute launched today a boat navigation simulator used for crew training. This is the first equipment of its kind in Southeast Asia.

Creation of center of excellence for climate announced

Published on: October 13, 2021
11:23

Geneva, Oct 13 (Prensa Latina) The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction announced today the creation of a Center of Excellence for Climate and Disaster Resilience.

Dr.Guzman dedicates UNESCO prize to Cuban science

Published on: September 30, 2021
15:54

Havana, Sept 30 (Prensa Latina) Deeply moved, Dr. Maria Guadalupe Guzman on Thursday said the prize awarded by UNESCO to her work is a recognition to Cuba and a lifetime devoted to science.

Cuba’s Light Industry strengthens links with science

Published on: September 30, 2021
13:34

Havana, Sep 30 (Prensa Latina) Cuba's Light Industry prioritizes the transformation and modernization of its activity through its links with science and making emphasis on strategic sectors, Mirla Diaz, president of the sector's Business Group (GEMPIL), said on Thursday. During the launching of two GEMPIL sectorial programs jointly developed with universities, Diaz stressed the importance linking innovative performance, the substitution of imports and the increase in exports.

President of Cuba advocates application of science

Published on: September 30, 2021
09:25

Havana, Sep 30 (Prensa Latina) The President of Cuba Miguel Diaz-Canel advocated for the application of science in the development of Cuba, which, in his words, has the potential to solve the country's problems.

Cuban president highlights scientific contribution to Covid-19

Published on: September 25, 2021
12:00

Havana, Sep 25 (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Diaz-Canel on Saturday highlighted as another contribution by Cuban science the approval for emergency use of the domestic Soberana Plus vaccine in people over 19 years of age who are convalescing from Covid-19.

Cuba highlights role of science in facing global crisis (+Photo)

Published on: September 24, 2021
12:07

Havana, Sep 24 (Prensa Latina) Prime Minister of Cuba, Manuel Marrero, emphasized today the need to use science and innovation to face the challenges of the multidimensional global crisis the world is experiencing.

Cuba defends application of data science at PAHO

Published on: September 22, 2021
00:30

Havana, Sep 22 (Prensa Latina) Cuba defended the application of data science in public health and the digital transformation of the sector in the region, based on experiences in fighting Covid-19.

Concern about noise pollution in Mediterranean Sea

Published on: September 10, 2021
00:15

Rome, Sep 10 (Prensa Latina) The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) expressed concern about the impact of increasing noise pollution on the natural habitat of cetaceans in the Mediterranean Sea.

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