Credit: PixabayEating fruits and vegetables daily is a great way to maintain good health—just be sure to wash them thoroughly first.While many are aware of the health risks associated with raw meat and fish, fresh produce is often seen as "safe." However, each year, one in ten people falls ill from consuming unsafe food,...
An image of a dog along with how it appears in the new light-activated polymer displaySara Patch/Ivan AprahamianA 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...
Bioservo describes the Carbonhand as "an innovative grip-strengthening glove designed to restore power to those with impaired hand function"BioservoIndividuals weakened by osteoarthritis or myositis may require assistance with daily tasks like watering plants, filling the kettle, or peeling potatoes. The Carbonhand robotic glove is designed to aid with these activities and is now available...
The 18650-format potassium-ion battery was launched at the 14th annual Beyond Lithium Conference at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in TennesseeGroup1Most portable electronics and the latest electric vehicles rely on lithium batteries. Texas-based startup Group1 has introduced a more sustainable option with the world’s first 18650 potassium-ion battery.Group1, established in 2021 by experienced battery...
A world-first human treatment by an autonomous robot dental surgeonPerceptiveA historic milestone for the dental profession, an AI-controlled autonomous robot performed an entire procedure on a human patient for the first time, completing it about eight times faster than a human dentist could. It might sound like nightmare fuel, but it's a remarkable achievement.Developed...
Neuroscientists solve the placebo puzzle when it comes to pain relief without actual medicationDepositphotosIn a fascinating discovery, scientists have identified what happens in our brains when we expect pain relief but unknowingly receive a placebo instead. This not only confirms the "placebo effect," but also offers clues about how powerful the mind is in...
Understanding the blushing behaviors of chickens could help improve livestock practices. Credit: PixabayFor the first time, researchers discovered that chickens fluff their facial feathers and blush in response to various stimuli, likely to express their inner emotions. This finding could enhance how we care for these birds.However, if you've ever been charmed by a...
The Micro-Reactor can be used for nuclear space propulsionRolls-RoyceRolls-Royce has received an additional £4.8 million (US$6.2 million) from the UK Space Agency (UKSA) to develop critical technology for a nuclear micro-reactor, potentially powering lunar bases and spacecraft propulsion in the future.In the 1969 science fiction film Doppelganger (also known as Journey to the Far...
Credit: PixabayResearch on thousands of proteins from a single drop of blood shows that these proteins can predict the onset of various diseases.The study, published on July 22 in Nature Medicine, results from an international collaboration involving GSK, Queen Mary University of London, University College London, Cambridge University, and the Berlin Institute of Health...
Revealing the Enigma of the Runner's High. Thought you had the post-workout rush all figured out? Prepare for a surprise twist. Credit: Unsplash.The "runner's high" phenomenon has long divided enthusiasts into two camps: fervent believers and adamant skeptics. While not everyone experiences a euphoric rush following vigorous exercise, the runner's high is tangible. But what sparks...
