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Selfies are helping conservationists protect the endangered quokka
While the practice of taking selfies is usually nothing more than a way of sharing personal experiences on social media, on Rottnest Island in West Australia, selfies can be a helping hand to wildlife conservationists. Thousands of travelers have been visiting Rottnest Island in order to get a Read More...
Insurance companies in Illinois to cover the costs of EpiPens for children
For those in the US who suffer from severe allergies that can result in experiencing potentially life-threatening allergic reactions, EpiPens are a crucial part of life. However, starting around a decade ago, the price of the medication skyrocketed—putting thousands of lives, especially those of Read More...
Solar power generation now cheaper than grid electricity across China
25 years ago China had no solar panels whatsoever, and some experts thought it would take decades before the costs of solar generation would be the same as electricity from the grid. Now the country is leading the global renewable transition. Recently, thanks to a combination of technological Read More...
This green oasis is actually a hospital that uses nature to promote healing
Communal gardens, landscaped rooftops, and wide-open windows aren't features of your typical hospital—but maybe they should be. Khoo Teck Puat Hospital in Singapore is a case study in what can happen when a nature-inspired design is applied to the medical setting to promote healing. The Read More...
A major university just banned beef products from its campus
Goldsmiths, a major University in London, just made a colossal statement after banning the sale of beef in campus food outlets in order to tackle the climate emergency. Under the new ban, beef products will no longer be available in the institution’s cafes and shops when the academic year begins Read More...
Scientists have created a “spray-on bandage” using the body’s own bacteria
If you get a cut on your skin, you stick a band-aid on it. But what if you get a wound in your gut? When doctors treat injuries to the intestines, they can't use patches or bandages, because these materials don't stick to the slippery intestinal walls. Now, a team from Harvard University has come Read More...
Here’s how to overcome your fear of being criticized
The fear of being criticized is paralyzing. It can stop you from sharing your honest opinions with loved ones, prevent you from expressing grand ideas you might have at work, and ultimately, keep you from advancing further in life. Being afraid of criticism boils down to a fear of conflict. Read More...
A new study finds EVs hold the key to decarbonization in America
Just how big a role are EVs going to play in decarbonization? Although there are varying opinions on the matter, Community Energy (a renewable energy project developer) has developed models of both the financial and carbon impacts of large-scale vehicle electrification in Colorado. From these Read More...
This compostable food packaging was made using wasted shellfish shells
Wrapping food in plastic does serve a purpose. A plastic-wrapped cucumber at a supermarket may seem egregious, but the vegetable lasts longer and is less likely to end up as food waste; throwing out food can have an even bigger impact on the environment than the plastic itself. But the system’s Read More...
Stem cells could one day be used to make teeth repair themselves
The dentist's drill is a sound that sends shudders down the spines of many people, so it sure would be nice if teeth could just repair themselves. With thanks to a recent study, that may not be as far-fetched as it sounds. The new research coming from the University of Plymouth believes the key Read More...