Improved Knowledge of the Path to a Carbon-neutral Economy
Transitioning to a carbon-neutral economy is a complex and multifaceted challenge that requires a coordinated effort from all sectors of society. What role might rifted…
Science
A Promising Medication to Combat a Deadly Brain-Eating Amoeba
A “brain-eating amoeba” is a term used to describe a rare but deadly infection caused by an amoeba called Naegleria fowleri, which causes the disease…
Arctic Sea Ice Decline
The Arctic sea ice has been declining in extent and thickness over the past few decades, a trend that is attributed to global warming and…
Bacterial Production of an Incredibly Stable Protein Nanowire Offers Insights Towards Preventing Climate Change
Protein nanowires are conductive structures made of proteins that can transport electrons over long distances. These nanowires are typically found in certain types of bacteria,…
Using the Form of a To-Go Cup Lid, a Drone Wing Could Quickly Learn to Detect Danger
One day, the weirdly gratifying little domes on the lid of your soda cup could prevent a winged drone from going down. These invertible dome…
Ecosystem Collapse
Ecosystem collapse refers to a rapid and severe decline in the health and function of an ecosystem, often leading to the extinction of species, loss…
FDA Advisors Advise Using Narcan, a Lifesaving Opioid Overdose Therapy, Over-the-Counter
The independent advisors to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unanimously approved the over-the-counter use of the nasal spray Narcan to treat opioid overdoses on…
Carbon-neutral Economy
A carbon-neutral economy refers to an economic system that does not produce a net release of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.…
Sodium Zincate – an inorganic compound
Sodium zincate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Na2ZnO2. It can refer to anionic zinc oxides or hydroxides depending on the circumstances. It…
A New Type of Microscope has been Developed to Create Improved High-Performance Batteries
Since practically everyone now owns a smartphone and there are more electric vehicles on the road, lithium-ion batteries have revolutionized daily life. They also enable…
Land Use Trade-offs between Biodiversity and Food Security
There is often a trade-off between biodiversity conservation and food security in land use, as agricultural production can often come at the expense of natural…
Next Month, the CEO of Moderna will Testify Before the Senate Over the Cost of the Covid Vaccine
When the Covid-19 vaccine is launched on the private market, Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel will give a testimony in March (2023) before the Senate Health Committee.…
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