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01/17/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Next generation of green cement to be made from CARROTS
Carrots (Daucus carota sativus), the domesticated form of the wild carrot (D. carota), are a popular superfood because they are full of beta-carotene and various nutrients. But according to the results of a study, the orange vegetables could one day be used to make sustainable cement. The study was conducted by researchers from Lancaster University. Can […]
01/15/2019
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By Zoey Sky
New research shows that high levels of pollution negatively affect plants and insects
Did you know that air pollution and poor air quality affects not only humans but also plants life and insects? According to a study, high levels of pollution found in several major cities worldwide can negatively impact both insects and plants. Researchers from the University of Sheffield conducted the study, and the findings were published in […]
01/03/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Air pollution can cause birth defects: Women exposed before conceiving are 20% more likely to have babies with problems
According to a group of researchers, pregnant women need to take the measures to minimize their exposure to air pollution because it can cause birth defects. The results of the study reveal that women who are exposed to air pollution before they were pregnant have at least a 20 percent chance of giving birth to infants […]
01/01/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Here are some things you can do right now to help save the bees
Bees might not be a priority for you, but did you know that without these small pollinators, you wouldn’t be able to enjoy various crops like fruits and nuts? Honey bee colonies in the U.S. are dying off because of various factors like disease, parasites, pesticides, and poor nutrition. When bees die off, beekeepers have to […]
12/19/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Seed oil components of an ornamental plant show potential as a new class of environmentally-friendly lubricant
Certain plants offer different health benefits. However, according to the results of a study, the February orchid (Orychophragmus violaceus) can soon be used to produce natural ingredients for lubricants. Researchers at the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis School of Science (IUPUI) have discovered that the seed oil components of the ornamental flower can be used as “a direct pathway for designing […]
12/17/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Extensive study finds that organic farming can halt pollinator decline
For the last 40 years, experts have observed a considerable decline in the population of endangered pollinating insects around the world. To address this alarming concern, researchers from Lund University set out to determine an effective method that can be used to stop the decline of pollinators. After an in-depth three-year study, researchers discovered that organic farming […]
12/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Learn more about the Asian longhorned tick, a pest now spreading in the U.S.
U.S. officials are advising the public to take precautions against the longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis), a tick species native to East Asia that has now spread to the U.S. According to reports, the Asian tick has shown up in several areas along the East Coast. The longhorned tick was first identified in the U.S. in 2017. The New Jersey Department of […]
11/22/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Follow these effective tips to improve air quality in your home
Fall is almost over, and people with respiratory conditions like asthma or allergies are already starting to rejoice. However, there’s one thing that you need to consider: Even if you don’t have asthma or allergies, poor air quality in your home or workplace may cause side effects such as headaches, fatigue, or shortness of breath. Thankfully, […]
11/20/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Researchers find a plant that can be used to feed a microalgae strain to boost its potential as a biofuel
According to a study, which was published in the journal Algal Research, feeding certain algae some plants can produce biofuel for your car. Data from the study, which involved researchers from the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and other partner institutions, revealed that a freshwater production strain of Auxenochlorella protothecoides (A. protothecoides) can degrade and use non-food plant substrates (e.g. switchgrass). Surprisingly, when fed […]
11/19/2018
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By Zoey Sky
New research exposes the effects of air pollution on your kidneys
Studies have already confirmed the link between air pollution and respiratory health. Exposure to polluted air increases a person’s risk of developing respiratory problems like asthma and organ inflammation, along with other life-threatening conditions. However, data from a recent study suggests that air pollution also increases the risk of chronic kidney disease, a condition where the kidney becomes damaged […]
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