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The launch of the Soviet satellite Sputnik marks the beginning of the space age and intensifies global competition in science and technology.
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The Green Revolution (third agricultural revolution). There was a great increase in production of food grains (especially wheat and rice). Its early dramatic successes were in Mexico and the Indian subcontinent. The new varieties require large amounts of chemical fertilizers and pesticides to produce their high yields, raising concerns about cost and potentially harmful environmental effects.
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The first email is sent by Ray Tomlinson, marking a major milestone in global communication and paving the way for the internet.
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First Information Revolution, personal computer became common and simplified operation systems were invented. And the telephone has changed into smart mobile phone. -
The World Wide Web is invented by Tim Berners-Lee, revolutionizing information sharing and enabling global connectivity. -
The Human Genome Project is launched, aiming to sequence the entire human genome and fueling advancements in genomics and personalized medicine.
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The establishment of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) promotes global standards for the web, facilitating worldwide collaboration and knowledge sharing.
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The completion of the Human Genome Project provides a comprehensive reference for genetic research, ushering in a new era of personalized medicine.
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The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is launched, facilitating the sharing of biodiversity data and promoting global collaboration in conservation efforts. -
The Budapest Open Access Initiative is launched, advocating for open access to scientific research and promoting global knowledge sharing.
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The creation of the Global Research Council (GRC) fosters international collaboration among funding agencies to address global scientific challenges.
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The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are adopted, emphasizing the role of science and technology in achieving global sustainable development.
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The Paris Agreement on climate change is reached, highlighting the importance of global scientific cooperation in understanding and mitigating climate change.
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The COVID-19 pandemic prompts unprecedented global collaboration in scientific research, vaccine development, and public health response efforts.
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/global-research-on-novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/science/science-and-research.html