João Cerqueira: "Being Right-Wing in Portugal is Living in an Ideological Apartheid"

João Cerqueira discusses the challenges and perceived ideological segregation faced by right-wing individuals in Portugal, describing it as living in an 'ideological apartheid'.

World Poetry Day: itinerary from north to south of the country

An itinerary for World Poetry Day, covering various locations from the north to the south of Portugal, highlighting cultural events and celebrations related to poetry.

Microbial Biosurfactant: Candida bombicola as a Potential Remediator of Environments Contaminated by Heavy Metals

The study explores the potential of Candida bombicola URM 3712 in producing a biosurfactant for remediating environments contaminated by heavy metals. The biosurfactant, produced in a low-cost medium, demonstrated stability under extreme conditions and effectively reduced surface tension and emulsified engine oil. It showed no toxicity to vegetable seeds or earthworms and was highly efficient in removing heavy metals like Fe, Zn, and Pb from contaminated soils. The biosurfactant's stability, biodegradability, and non-toxic nature make it a promising agent for industrial applications in environmental remediation.

Álvaro Siza. The 90th Anniversary of the Architect

The documentary 'Siza' by Augusto Custódio, which Notícias Magazine previewed, celebrates the life and work of Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza Vieira on his 90th birthday. The film, set to premiere at Casa da Arquitetura in Matosinhos, delves into Siza's personal and professional journey, including his family history, early influences, and significant projects. Despite facing personal tragedies, Siza's dedication to architecture has led to an international career with projects in nearly 20 countries. The documentary also explores his aversion to celebrations, his continued work despite health issues, and his latest projects, including the Caminho da Arte and the expansion of Livraria Lello in Porto.

Marco Aurelio made the PP disappear in Santa Lucía

Sergio Vega is the candidate for mayor of the Santa Lucía de Tirajana City Council for the political group Unidos por Gran Canaria.

SorCS2 binds progranulin to regulate motor neuron development

SorCS2 is identified as a progranulin (PGRN) receptor essential for motor neuron diversification and axon outgrowth in zebrafish and mice. SorCS2 deficiency affects neuromuscular junction morphology and motility in zebrafish, and impairs behavior of primitive macrophages associated with motor axons. In mice, SorCS2 and PGRN co-expression begins from embryonic day 9.5 and continues into adulthood, with SorCS2 deficiency leading to slower motor nerve regeneration. SorCS2 binds PGRN to regulate its trafficking, secretion, and conversion to mature granulins, suggesting that PGRN-SorCS2 signaling is crucial for motor neuron development and regeneration.

2022 the year of polarization

The year 2022 saw significant political polarization across the globe, marked by key elections and political shifts. Viktor Orbán secured his fourth term as Hungary's Prime Minister, while Emmanuel Macron won the French presidential election against Marine Le Pen, who achieved a historic result for the far-right. In Sweden, a center-right coalition formed with the support of the far-right Democrats of Sweden. Italy saw Giorgia Meloni form a far-right government, the first since WWII. The UK experienced political instability with the resignations of Boris Johnson and Liz Truss, leading to Rishi Sunak becoming Prime Minister. Outside Europe, Lula da Silva returned to power in Brazil, defeating Jair Bolsonaro, and in the US, Republicans regained control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections.

Christian Bobin (1951-2022), the writer who was surprised by kindness

Christian Bobin, a French writer known for his reflections on kindness and the human condition, passed away in 2022. His work often explored themes of simplicity and the beauty of everyday life.