Alternative Oil Sources for Human Consumption
Some alternative sources of oils exist, several of which are used both for human and industrial consumption and for animal husbandry.
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How the Spanish Crown Controlled Death (and Expenses) in New Spain
2.0 Flash Experimental. Might not work as expected. In 17th-century New Spain, even death was regulated by the Spanish Crown. A 1696 Royal Decree dictated funeral ceremonies, mourning attire, and coffin design, particularly for the nobility, to control expenses and ensure solemnity.
Mexican Scientists Find Value in Shrimp Shells for Medical and Industrial Uses
Mexican researchers use lactic acid bacteria to extract chitosan, a valuable biopolymer, from shrimp shell waste. This eco-friendly method transforms a pollutant into a resource for medicine, agriculture, and even 3D-printed tissues.
Mexico Faces Accelerated Aging, Posing Fiscal and Healthcare Challenges
Mexico's rapidly aging population poses healthcare and fiscal challenges. Declining mortality and fertility rates are driving this demographic shift, necessitating policy adjustments and increased investment in areas like home healthcare, preventative medicine, and long-term care insurance.
How Indigenous Villages Outsmart CEOs, Bureaucrats, and That Dude Who Never Brings Beer to the BBQ
In Mexico's poorest areas, collective action, where communities participate in solving public problems, is crucial for effective policy. Scholar David Morales González emphasizes communication, prior evaluation, and even AI, citing successful indigenous community management.