A new study offers the first evidence of menopause in a wild non-human primate population. Credit: PixaobayWith the exception of a small number of whale species, menopause is a unique and consistent occurrence found in humans among mammals. Unlike most animals that maintain their reproductive capabilities throughout their lives, humans stand out as a...
The Box-Pot is presently on KickstarterFireboxThe Box-Pot provides a solution for campers who want to elevate their culinary game in the great outdoors. Instead of settling for basic camping fare like instant noodles or canned beans, this versatile cooking tool empowers individuals to create delicious and diverse meals while camping. Whether you're a novice...
According to the United Nations Environment Programme, over 300,000 disposable diapers are incinerated, dumped in landfills or otherwise enter the environment once every minute worldwideCredit: pixaobayDisposable diapers contribute significantly to the world's waste problem, primarily due to their challenging recyclability. Nevertheless, there is a fresh method that can recover the "superabsorber" polymer used in...
Credit: PixaobayNew research suggests that, regardless of our efforts to reduce fossil fuel consumption, the West Antarctic Ice Sheet will persist in accelerating its melting rate throughout the century. This impending surge in ice melt is expected to lead to a rapid rise in Antarctica's contribution to sea-level elevation over the next few decades.Utilizing...
Credit: PixaobayA novel research endeavor, employing a unique method to examine satellite images of boreal forests spanning the past thirty years, has identified that fire might be altering the landscape of the area in an unforeseen manner, catching researchers off guard with its findings.Throughout history, fires in North American boreal forests have typically resulted...
A study has found that drinking non-alcoholic beverages leads to a reduction in alcohol consumption in excessive drinkers. Credit: iStockIn a groundbreaking discovery, a recent study has shown that the consumption of non-alcoholic beverages with the taste of beer or cocktails can substantially decrease alcohol consumption for the first time. Substituting alcoholic drinks with...
Credit: PixaobayTwo groups of economists have conducted economic evaluations of asteroid mining. One of these groups comprises individuals from the University of Tor Rome Vergata, the University of Maryland, and Middlebury College. They have considered asteroid mining as a natural progression in the financialization of space exploration.The second team, consisting of three members from...
Credit: DepositphotosA recent study unveils the impending rise in river temperatures due to reduced water flows and increasing atmospheric temperatures, posing significant challenges for aquatic ecosystems, wildlife, and human society.With the ongoing global warming attributed to climate change and the projected increase in the frequency and severity of droughts, a recent study sheds light...
A study has found how proteins in eye fluid cause accelerated aging in ocular diseaseDepositphotosScientists have pinpointed proteins specific to certain cells in the eye's fluid and employed artificial intelligence to identify which proteins expedited the aging process in specific diseases. Gaining insight into the source of these disease-propelling proteins at the cellular level...
The OpenCap app allows clinicians to gain the 'superpower' of seeing below the surface, without expensive equipmentOpenCapBy utilizing synchronized video captured using a pair of smartphones, scientists have developed an open-source motion-capture application. This app collects data on human movements and employs artificial intelligence for swift analysis, making it suitable for clinical applications like...
