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01/26/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Novel method gives accurate forecast of weather phenomena 17 months in advance
An international team of researchers recently found that it is possible to predict global weather conditions many months into the future. By studying the temperature of the surface of the Atlantic Ocean, they can make a good guess about the weather on the other side of the world 17 months down the line, an article […]
01/25/2019
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By Edsel Cook
WasteShark, a garbage-eating drone, now deployed in Dubai after successful tests in the Netherlands
A new aquatic drone has been introduced to the scintillating waters of Dubai. Its mission is to devour any and all bits of plastic trash that it comes across. WasteShark is an aquadrone designed by Dutch environmental tech firm RanMarine. It has been compared to the eponymous protagonist of the movie Wall-E, the rusty sentient […]
01/09/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Biodegradable, compostable polymer films show promise for developing more eco-friendly packaging materials
German researchers recently unveiled the latest class of bioplastics that will help reduce the veritable mountains of plastic packaging waste. An Alpha Galileo article stated that the new biodegradable polymers would be durable enough to protect food and other products from the elements, while also being biodegradable in compost conditions. The new plastics are called […]
01/04/2019
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By Edsel Cook
New design suggests a solution for next-gen fusion power plants
One of the biggest issues when it comes to designing practical fusion power plants is finding a safe and efficient way to cool it down. MIT researchers have proposed using high-temperature superconducting magnets to expel dangerous heat from the reactor, an article in Science Daily stated. Their design features a compact fusion reactor with an […]
01/04/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Citrus essential oils are powerful antifungal agents
In the search for safer and healthier substitutes to chemical fungicides, Algerian researchers have extracted essential oils from different species of citrus plants for testing as anti-fungal agents. They reported that the oils offered a natural means of protecting plant crops from pathogenic fungi. The researchers received support from the Hassiba University Benbouali. They published their findings in the scientific journal […]
01/02/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Turtles remain threatened by plastic pollution: Microplastics have been found deep within the sand where the sluggish reptiles lay their eggs
The next time you take a trip to the Mediterranean, you may want to think twice about hitting the famous beaches of the region. A U.K. study warned that microplastic pollution is so prevalent in Mediterranean waters, they are contaminating the sand of coastal areas, an article in the University of Exeter news page reported. […]
01/02/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Researchers find a non-toxic, green alternative for synthetic antioxidants in biodiesel production
The heart-leaved moonseed (Tinospora cordifolia) has long been used as a medicinal plant in Ayurvedic medicine. Its healing properties are partly attributed to its high concentration of phenolic compounds. Indian researchers reported that these same natural antioxidants make moonseed a potential fuel additive that can improve the performance of biodiesels. Biodiesels are diesel-type alternative fuels […]
12/29/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Mosquitoes and other insects found to spread microplastics pollution throughout the food web
Mosquitoes and other insects could be carrying an unexpected and completely different type of toxin in their bodies. A new study from the United Kingdom warned that these bugs could turn out to be carriers for microplastic pollution, stated a Scientific American article. The study found that mosquito larvae will swallow tiny bits of plastic waste […]
12/22/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Can visualizing air pollution inside your home change the way you live?
Out of sight, out of mind. But what if the tiny airborne pollutants inside your home become visible to plain sight? A Science Daily article suggested that homeowners will do anything they can to improve the air quality in their homes if they could see for themselves the reality of indoor air pollution. The University […]
12/18/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Plastic pollution threatening the health of baby sea turtles
Think twice before tossing that tiny bit of plastic away. The BBC reported on the results of a new study, which warned that a single piece of plastic was all it took to kill a sea turtle, especially if it was a young animal. Australian researchers have estimated that a turtle which eats just one […]
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