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07/17/2017 / By Russel Davis

Fracking wastewater found to contaminate lakes

Hydraulic fracturing, more commonly known as fracking, is an unconventional method of extracting oil and gas. The practice has paved the way for increased production of domestic oil and gas in the United States. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, fracking now accounts for more than one-half of oil production and two-thirds of gas production across the country. Fracking’s […]

07/14/2017 / By Russel Davis

Due to global human pollution, the arctic has become a toxic reservoir of heavy metals, PCBs and other deadly chemicals

Human-induced pollution has greatly affected the Greenland ice sheet and the whole Arctic region over the last few decades. Back in the late 1950s, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built Camp Century, an army base located just below the surface of the ice sheet. The cavernous army base, big enough to accommodate up to 200 people, […]

07/04/2017 / By Russel Davis

Public schools found to be “toxic tombs” of PCBs being inhaled by students

A recent study published in Environmental Science & Technology revealed that concentrations of airborne polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) may persist in schools and may cause some students to breathe in the chemicals, which in turn may expose them to higher levels than when they inadvertently consume the chemicals through food. PCBs are toxic synthetic compounds that were banned in the […]

07/03/2017 / By Russel Davis

Swimming nanobots developed that can hunt down and destroy bacteria in water

A team of researchers have recently designed “two-faced” spherical microbots called Janus meant to rid water of harmful bacteria and other microorganisms. The spherical particles were made up of magnesium on one face and alternating layers of gold and iron topped by silver nanoparticles on the other. The magnesium face produced hydrogen bubbles upon contact with water, […]

06/16/2017 / By Russel Davis

Microplastic pollution is the REAL threat to our oceans, warn scientists

Marine experts from the California State University recently pointed out that microplastic pollution has steadily become a major threat to the world’s oceans. According to the experts, microplastics are especially problematic as they are more challenging to manage due to their microscopic size. Microplastics, which measure less than five millimeters, are degraded plastic fibers that end up in […]

06/16/2017 / By Russel Davis

Scientists developing laser robot that can zap weeds without using pesticides

A team of researchers from the Institute of Geodesy and Geoinformation at the University of Bonn in Germany are currently developing a robotic tool that readily identifies weeds and shoots laser to eliminate them, thus reducing the need to use herbicides. The project received an EXIST Business Start-up Grant from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. […]

06/15/2017 / By Russel Davis

The caffeine you urinate is harming the environment, study warns

A recent study revealed that our caffeine intake might have a detrimental effect on the environment. Researchers have long established that animals exposed to the compound become stressed, and are unable to protect their DNA from being genetically-mutated by caffeine. Likewise, studies have shown that caffeine consumers cannot completely process the compound in their bodies and expel […]

05/29/2017 / By Russel Davis

FDA extends public comment period on genetically engineered foods and animals… post your comments here

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended its Request for Comment period on genome edited foods and animals. The move aims to continue gaining public input on the draft revised guidance about the agency’s stance on human and animal foods derived from plants that have undergone genome editing. The federal agency has also extended the comment period for the draft guidance regarding the […]

05/21/2017 / By Russel Davis

Cabin air on commercial flights can be filled with a vast array of toxic chemicals that cause seizures and nausea

Cabin air that circulates in commercial flights contain toxic chemicals that are detrimental to the public health, according to a report published in DailyMail.co.uk. The potentially poisonous fumes may result in a condition called aerotoxic syndrome, which may result in blurred vision, seizures, and headaches as well as nausea, diarrhea, and even breathing difficulties. Symptoms of […]

05/19/2017 / By Russel Davis

5 Essential oils to stop spring allergies

Allergies affect people all-year round, triggering unwanted symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. Most allergies can be treated with over-the-counter drugs. However, medications may not be effective enough to stem allergic reactions. The health and wellness website MindBodyGreen.com lists five essential oils that may combat allergic onset. Green Myrtle – Green myrtle helps […]

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