News

Researchers at Keio University have taken an encouraging step by transplanting neural cells derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells into patients with recent spinal cord injuries. Early clinical trials showed motor function improvement in half of the patients, prompting plans for expanded studies to verify the treatment's safety and efficacy.

Japan and Britain, the world's fourth- and sixth-largest economies, have joined forces to promote free and open international trade, emphasizing the need to counter increasing trade fragmentation and stand up for fair, rules-based trade. This collaboration comes amidst growing concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and their potential impact on the global economy.

Researchers at Chiba University are developing innovative techniques for growing crops in space, aiming to establish a lunar farm by the 2040s. Their work not only paves the way for future lunar settlements but also holds the potential to revolutionize agriculture on Earth by promoting sustainable and efficient cultivation practices.

A recent study has found that changing ocean currents due to global warming are significantly increasing the number of endangered Japanese eel larvae reaching Hokkaido, far beyond their previously known northern limit. Researchers employed advanced simulations and environmental data to reveal that eel larvae are now 20 times more likely to reach the region, prompting calls for further conservation initiatives.

Indian security forces, in a series of joint operations with Manipur Police, recovered a significant cache of weapons, including rifles, pistols, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), in various districts of Manipur between March 29 and April 3, 2025. These successful operations demonstrate the unwavering commitment of the security forces to maintaining peace and security in the region.