South African designer Ricky Stoch has created a scratch-card-style sticker for medicine bottles that “gamifies” taking medication in order to encourage patients to remember to take their daily dose. While FebriSol is designed to be used with any daily medication, the project has a special focus on the antiretrovirals (ARVs) used to combat HIV. The patient simply sticks the label […]
FebriSol Medication Scratch-card
Short Exercise Bursts Health Effects
That regular exercise promotes good health is a given, but lately scientists are beginning to unearth some of the intricate mechanisms behind this relationship. A new study has shone a light on short bursts of vigorous exercise specifically, finding that they can produce “striking” effects on the metabolites circulating through the body and by extension lead to improvements in a […]
“New” Microbe Could Find Use In More Sewage Treatment
Nitrogen and phosphorus are two of the key pollutants that have to be removed from sewage, and doing so typically involves two separate steps. Thanks to a newly-discovered bacterium, however, both could soon be removed at once. Currently, most wastewater treatment plants use one type of microbe in one reactor to remove nitrogen from ammonia, and another type in another […]
Nut Find 3 Smart Trackers
It’s no secret that this year has been, shall we say … peculiar. While most of us were extremely careful people before 2020 hit, the past 12 months have made us forget our own names, not to mention, the possessions we carry daily, like wallets and keys. And, while we have hope 2021 will be a more fruitful year, the […]
Green Design Glamping In Queensland
Located in Lamington National Park in Queensland, Australia, O’Reilly’s Campground is a community center and campsite that features what the designers call “architectural ecotourism.” Sustainable building practices include minimally invasive and lightweight construction, passive solar access, sustainably sourced materials and more. The campground is designed to include visitors who want an authentic camping experience but don’t have the equipment. There are […]
Can Charcoal Be Eco-Friendly?
Is BBQing with charcoal eco-friendly? Even those of us who want to make conscious choices on behalf of the planet want to grill a little during the summertime. Whether we’re cooking up a vegan burger or a mean veggie kebob every now and again, we can all agree, some things just taste better on the barbie. So, it’s no wonder […]
Birdwatching Linked To Happiness
Amid the ongoing pandemic, finding a little extra happiness in even the smallest things is key to survival. And although buying new things to accommodate your new indoor lifestyle may be a tempting way to boost your mood short-term, there are several ways to do so that are more sustainable, and that won’t cost you a pretty penny. One technique […]
Triton’s Submarine Accomodates 6
Having conquered the deepest recesses of the ocean with its DSV Limiting Factor “deep-sea elevator,” and delivered its first 24-seat DeepView tourist submarine in Vietnam, Triton has turned its attention back to the luxury sector with a new six-person sub designed to launch from the garage of your mega-yacht. The 3300/6 is so named because it has achieved a certified […]
Respira Smart Garden
Some people, and I count myself among them, are so scatterbrained and disorganized that they should never be put in charge of another living being. It’s too late for my children – poor souls, wherever I left them – but technology is here to save your indoor plants from the ravages of your incompetence, allowing you the soothing joy of […]
Nike’s Eco-Friendly Apparel
With its newest release, Nike focuses on respecting the outdoors from start to finish. This effort shows, with 85% of the pieces in the latest Nike ACG apparel collection containing more than 90% recycled content. Plus, each item is geared towards outdoor wear for use while hiking, backpacking and participating in other sports The collection serves as a capsule of sorts, […]