JPA Daily Buzz - Edisi 23 2026

page 2 What amazed researchers even more was that the regenerated plant did not only survive, it also flowered and produced new seeds. This makes it one of the oldest known examples of a plant organism ever regenerated from ancient biological material. The findings were published in the prestigious scientific journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) and attracted significant attention from the global scientific community. The discovery demonstrates that under certain conditions, life can remain preserved far longer than previously imagined. This discovery also provides valuable insight into the resilience of life in extreme environments. Scientists believe studies like this could contribute to improving seed preservation technologies, such as those used in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway , which serves as a global repository to safeguard the world’s crop diversity. Furthermore, research on ancient biological materials helps scientists better understand how living organisms can survive in frozen conditions for thousands of years. Such knowledge could benefit fields such as biodiversity conservation, future agriculture, and biological sciences. The story of this Ice Age flower reminds us that nature still holds many secrets waiting to be discovered. Sometimes, what has been hidden beneath layers of time for thousands of years can still provide valuable knowledge for humanity today. Discoveries like this show how vast the world of knowledge truly is. Every day, new understanding emerges through research, observation, and the human desire to seek answers to the mysteries of nature. As Muslims, the pursuit of knowledge is not something unfamiliar to us. Since the golden age of Islamic civilisation, scholars have demonstrated how knowledge can grow through continuous learning and curiosity. Great scholars such as Ibn al-Haytham, Al- Khwarizmi, and Ibn Sina showed that a strong spirit of inquiry, research, and lifelong learning can contribute greatly to the advancement of humanity. Therefore, the spirit of seeking knowledge should continue to be nurtured in our daily lives. Even through small efforts, each day offers an opportunity to learn something new, expand our understanding, and enrich our knowledge for the benefit of ourselves and society. Did You Know? Did you know that one of the greatest scientists in Islamic civilisation is Ibn al-Haytham, whose full name is Abu Ali al-Hasan ibn al-Haytham (965–1040 CE)? He was a mathematician, physicist, and scientist best known for his groundbreaking work in optics and the study of light and vision. His famous work, Kitab al- Manazir (The Book of Optics) , became an important reference in science for centuries and significantly influenced the development of scientific studies in Europe. Ibn al-Haytham is also recognised for introducing systematic experimentation and observation, which later became the foundation of the modern scientific method used by researchers today. Indeed, the intellectual legacy left by past scholars reminds us that the pursuit of knowledge never belongs to a single era. From modern scientific discoveries to the intellectual heritage of past civilisations, all of these remind us that knowledge continues to grow and must be carried forward by each new generation. May the spirit of learning, exploring, and seeking knowledge continue to inspire us in our daily lives. After all, every piece of knowledge gained today may become a meaningful contribution to the future. Dr. Diyana Hassim Head of Corporate Communications Public Service Department