Credit: Unsplash. Since its inception in 1945, adding fluoride to public water supplies has gained widespread adoption globally. Despite its prevalence, controversy surrounds this practice, often fueled by concerns regarding its safety. But what exactly is fluoride, and why is it introduced into water sources? Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral released from rocks, soil, water,...
An image of a dog along with how it appears in the new light-activated polymer displaySara Patch/Ivan Aprahamian A novel 3D display could be an acrylic cube with an internal image that can be easily erased and rewritten. This technology enables the creation of 2D, 3D, and even animated images. However, the display begins with a...
Credit: Depositphotos A new study anticipates a worsening global water scarcity scenario, projecting that by 2100, as much as 66% of the population could be impacted, particularly in regions of the Global South. This highlights the urgent necessity to address both the quantity and quality of water in forthcoming water management strategies. Conducted by researchers at Utrecht...
A recent study on mice reveals that microplastics might lead to changes in behavior. Image credited by EuroNews According to a fresh investigation, microplastics could be as prevalent inside the body as they are in the environment.In the study, scientists exposed mice to varying amounts of microplastics through drinking water and observed how these particles...
Credit: Dental Vidas. Tongue scraping, a practice involving the removal of bacteria, dead cells, and food remnants from the tongue's surface, has garnered attention for its potential benefits. While some studies highlight advantages such as reducing harmful bacteria and combating bad breath, others suggest caution, indicating that certain claimed benefits may be overstated. Understanding Tongue Anatomy The...
A novel "bone bandage" was able to regenerate damaged bone in miceDepositphotos Scientists have effectively rejuvenated impaired skull bones in mice through the development of an independent biomimetic scaffold. This innovative "bone bandage" incorporates a piezoelectric structure and leverages the growth-enhancing attributes of a naturally occurring mineral. The application of this technique extends to various...
A breakthrough in hybrid supercapacitors has been achieved by increasing the active material in electrodes through a novel method involving β-Ni(OH)2 and NH4F. This innovation leads to more efficient energy storage, opening new possibilities for advanced energy systems. Credit: SciTechDaily.com New research improves hybrid supercapacitors by developing more efficient electrodes, representing a substantial advancement in...
In a groundbreaking exploration, a research team, including Professor Yasuyuki Nagashima from Tokyo University of Science (TUS), Japan, has opened a new avenue for investigating the interactions between positrons and ionic crystals. Their collaborative efforts, documented in Physical Review Letters, feature the contributions of Dr. Takayuki Tachibana, a former Assistant Professor at TUS, currently affiliated...
Illustration of mechanical ball milling involving polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and graphite at varying rotation speeds. Credit: UNIST Fluorinated Carbon Synthesis. Professor Jong-Beom Baek's UNIST team advances battery tech. They've devised a novel approach to safely produce fluorinated carbon materials (FCMs) by utilizing polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and graphite. Fluorinated carbon materials (FCMs) are stable due to strong C-F bonds....
A seven-year study led by University of Manchester researchers has concluded that fluoridation of the water supply may provide a small benefit to children's dental health. Credit: National Institute for Health Research The benefits are smaller than presented in previous research studies-- carried out 50 years back-- when fluoride toothpaste was less extensively available in the...
