Synthetic biology engineers life itself: synthesising DNA, rewiring bacteria to make drugs, fuels and proteins. With AI tools like AlphaFold accelerating design, it is called the third biotechnology revolution — programming biology like software.
TED curator Chris Anderson distils the secret of great talks: it's not performance but a single, valuable idea, delivered through connection, storytelling, explanation, persuasion and revelation. Using iconic TED moments as live case studies, he turns public speaking into a teachable craft.
Founded in 1905, NUS is Asia's top university, usually ranked first in Asia and in the world's top ten. Excelling across engineering, computing, business and life sciences, it sets the standard for higher education in Asia.
The most famous café on Paris's Left Bank, open since 1887, where Sartre and de Beauvoir shaped existentialism. Order its signature hot chocolate as the bells of Saint-Germain-des-Prés ring outside.
Made between 1400 and 1521, this pectoral ornament comes from Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital that is now Mexico City. Hundreds of pieces of turquoise were glued onto a cedar wood base to form a double-headed snake. In Aztec belief, the serpent represented the earth and the power of rulers.
the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another
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“There has also been anger after a video showing a teenage suspect giving a statement about the suspected murder was uploaded to social media, sparking questions as to how footage of the individual under police custody was leaked.”
An organization that helps people in need, often by providing money, food, or services
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“The charity’s admission followed an independent review into allegations made by members of the Baka community.”
🇨🇳 该慈善机构在针对巴卡族成员提出的指控进行独立审查后,承认了此事。
词根 · -ity 名词后缀
搭配: charity event · charity donation
同义: philanthropy · aid
反义: cruelty · selfishness
mission/ˈmɪʃn/ n.
任务,使命;代表团,使团
An important task or duty that someone is assigned to carry out
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““His commitment to conservation in Africa continues, and he remains a supporter of African Parks’ mission.” Survival International, a global human rights charity that campaigns for the rights of Indigenous people, had called on Harry to step down as a member of the board.”
having new energy, strength, or enthusiasm; started again with increased vigor
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“Over the past year, education abroad professionals have heard a familiar message delivered with renewed urgency: study abroad isn't just an academic experience, it's a career accelerator. by The View From August 24 2026 4 Min Read Share Copied! 0 Add Your Opinion Sponsored Photo: CEA CAPA The Forum on Education Abroad’s Career Catalyst campaign, and research initiative , has helped elevate the …”
词根 · re- 再次,回
搭配: renewed effort · renewed interest
同义: fresh · revived
反义: weakened · diminished
board/bɔːrd/ n. / v.
木板,板;董事会,委员会
a long flat piece of wood or other material used for building or writing on
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“A spokesperson for Harry said the duke, who was president of the charity for six years before he became a member of its board of directors in 2023, remained an active and avid supporter of African Parks.”
搭配: board of directors · board a plane
同义: panel · embark
反义: disembark · alight
词根 Roots
-port-
运,拿
transport · import · report · airport · passport · sport
“However, he cautioned against calls for the introduction of the death penalty.”
🇨🇳 然而,他告诫不要呼吁引入死刑。
contribute to
促成,有助于
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““If anyone is missing from these experiences, or doesn’t have the opportunity to study abroad, then that is a problem.” In other words, if education abroad contributes to career readiness, unequal access doesn’t just affect participation rates – it affects the long term livelihoods of those who do and do not have access to career building experiences.”
“The duke remains deeply committed to this cause, and remains a strong supporter of African Parks’ work.” The announcement comes as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are due to relocate to the UK from California with their children, Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five.”
““If anyone is missing from these experiences, or doesn’t have the opportunity to study abroad, then that is a problem.” In other words, if education abroad contributes to career readiness, unequal access doesn’t just affect participation rates – it affects the long term livelihoods of those who do and do not have access to career building experiences.”