Hydrogen Production, Transportation, Storage, and Utilization: Theoretical and Practical Aspects, 2025, Pages 417-501
The chapter supports multiple UN SDGs—particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships)—by emphasizing the transition to sustainable hydrogen solutions, advancing infrastructure, promoting innovation, and highlighting the importance of international collaboration to achieve a low-carbon energy future.
Head and neck cancer (HNC) is the sixth most prevalent cancer worldwide with a poor prognosis when diagnosed at advanced clinical stages. The main risk factors are tobacco consumption and alcohol abuse. The article discusses the use of liquid biopsies as a minimally invasive diagnostic tool for HPV-positive head and neck cancer, as it could improve access to early cancer detection and monitoring.
International Day of Play 2026
The International Day of Play is observed each year on June 11. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2024, this day recognizes the essential role of play in human development. It aims to raise awareness, promote policy change, and support efforts to make play accessible for all—especially children—regardless of background or circumstance.
The Significance of Play
The World Health Organization reports that cervical cancer ranks as the eighth most common cancer worldwide and is the ninth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Cervical cancer is a significant global health challenge, with high incidence and mortality rates, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. While immunotherapy has emerged as a promising strategy, its efficacy is variable among patients. Predictive biomarkers are essential for identifying patients most likely to benefit from immunotherapy.
International Day for Biological Diversity 2026
The International Day for Biological Diversity is observed each year on May 22. Proclaimed by the United Nations to raise awareness of the value of life on Earth, this day serves as a global reminder of the need to safeguard biodiversity and protect the ecosystems that support human well-being. The observance is coordinated by the Convention on Biological Diversity, the international legal instrument for the conservation and sustainable use of biological resources.
