1.6 billion year old discovery could be the first predators on Earth
Known as the ‘Protosterol Biota’, these microscopic creatures are part of a family of organisms called eukaryotes.
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JJ Shavit
- 2 days ago
Toxic metals found in many popular mixed-fruit juices and soft drinks, study finds
Research revealed that a number of popular beverages contain toxic metal concentrations surpassing federal drinking water standards.
JJ Shavit
- 3 days ago
Green bananas can both prevent and reduce cancer risk by more than 60%
Wide range of cancers has shown a major preventive effect from resistant starch, found in a range of foods such as slightly green bananas.
JJ Shavit
- 6 days ago
8-year-old boy upends 100 years of science regarding insects and plants
Penn State scientists, thanks to 8-year old Hugo Dean's curiousity, have discovered a new level of complexity in plant-insect interactions
The Brighter Side of News
- 6 days ago
New discoveries in synthetic DNA could lead to modified genes and new biofuels
Contrary to naturally occurring DNA, synthetic DNA could allow scientists to engineer fresh genes or enhance existing ones.
JJ Shavit
- 6 days ago
NASA scientists identify the origins of life on Earth
The most well-known hypothesis on the origins of life suggests that life might have begun in a warm little pond containing organic molecules
JJ Shavit
- 6 days ago
Groundbreaking solar-powered car sucks up air pollution as it drives
According to the team’s estimates, the ZEM uses two filters that can capture up to 2kg (about 4.4 lbs) of CO2 as the EV travels 20,000 miles
JJ Shavit
- 7 days ago
New home constructed with flexible partition walls can transform to meet resident needs
The project invites visitors to step into a home constructed around principles of affordability, sustainability, flexibility and adaptation.
JJ Shavit
- May 31
The unexpected role of walnuts in promoting gut and heart health
Walnuts have long been recognized as a healthy snack. Research suggests that the benefits of walnuts go well beyond their nutritional value
JJ Shavit
- May 30
Scientists discover what triggered Earth's most recent ice age
What was the origin of the ice sheets that defined the final ice age, and how could they expand so rapidly?
JJ Shavit
- May 29
New research dispels electric vehicle 'range anxiety'
Nobody wants to be stuck at a charging station for long in the middle of a trip, or worse, be stranded without a charging station nearby.
JJ Shavit
- May 28
Stanford study warns against overnight charging of electric cars at home
EV owners tend to charge their vehicles at home during the evening or overnight, leading to significant costs for the electricity grid.
JJ Shavit
- May 26
Breakthrough in clean energy: New solar energy system generates power 24 hours a day
Finding more efficient ways to harness solar energy is critical to transitioning to a carbon-free electric grid.
JJ Shavit
- May 25
Newly discovered microbes can digest plastic at room temperature
Finding, cultivating, and bioengineering organisms that digest plastic not only aids in the removal of pollution, but is also big business.
JJ Shavit
- May 25
Scientists develop a rechargeable battery made from food
What makes this achievement truly remarkable is that the battery is made from materials commonly consumed as part of our daily diet.
JJ Shavit
- May 24
Astronauts could travel at 99% the speed of light with this revolutionary engine
A NASA engineer has developed a concept for an engine that he claims could reach up to 99 percent of the speed of light without propellant.
JJ Shavit
- May 22
Startling research finds half of world's largest lakes losing water
Scientists reveal a startling global phenomenon - more than 50 percent of the world's largest lakes are losing water.
JJ Shavit
- May 21
Innovative solar reactor efficiently generates oxygen, hydrogen and usable heat
Groundbreaking system uses a parabolic dish to concentrate solar radiation nearly 1,000x and convert water into hydrogen, oxygen and heat.
JJ Shavit
- May 21
Global first: Researchers discover that plants emit sounds
For the first time in the world, researchers at Tel Aviv University recorded and analyzed sounds distinctly emitted by plants.
JJ Shavit
- May 20
Highly transparent solar cells found to generate power 1000x more efficiently
Solar panels have long been criticized for their appearance, with some people arguing that the large, opaque panels spoil the look of homes.
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