A number of studies have shown that the effects of the coronavirus outbreak can be largely attributed to the state of the planet’s environment. For example, air pollution has lowered our ability to fight off infections, and the unhealthy relationship between humans and wildlife has caused disease to spread more easily. Now, primatologist Jane Goodall says if humans don’t change […]
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VSSL First Aid Mini Stores
Canadian gearmaker VSSL has caught our eye of late with its sleek, flashlight-inspired tubes that pack impressive arrays of essential items inside, and now it’s back with its most compact version yet. The VSSL First Aid Mini carries more than 40 survival items designed to treat a range of injuries in the wild, all packed into a neatly organized capsule […]
Comfort Meets Functionality
With working from home still a top priority, the need for creating an efficient and comfortable station while working, reading, or lounging is vital. If you’re the type of person that needs a change of scenery throughout the day, this Portable Lap Desk Lazy Table is the perfect accessory to complement your environment, no matter where you are. Best yet, […]
Volcanic-Glass Spray Kills Malaria Carrying Mosquitoes
A type of volcanic glass, perlite is frequently used as building insulation or a potting soil additive. According to a new study, though, it also works quite well at killing malaria-causing mosquitos. Presently, people in malaria-prone regions regularly spray insecticides onto surfaces such as the mosquito-proof netting surrounding their beds. While this does kill many of the mozzies that land […]
Energy Saving Bidet Seat
On the heels of the great 2020 toilet paper shortage, sanitation sustainability remains top of mind. The Bio Bidet Supreme BB-1000 Bidet Seat, a globally-renowned bathroom accessory, brings you ultimate cleanliness from the comfort of your home, all with no toilet paper required. Even if toilet paper is back in stock in your area, there’s reason to take another look […]
Gensler Upcycles An Old Warehouse
At the heart of East Austin, an old and uninviting warehouse has been transformed into a creative office building fittingly dubbed UPCycle after its site-sensitive design approach that includes the reuse of the entire building. Gensler led the renovation and updated the space with an additional 16,000 square feet of mezzanine area as well as energy-efficient improvements including new insulation […]
Carbon Fibers Allow Bone Cement To Heal Itself
A substance known as calcium phosphate cement is already commonly used to repair broken bones, both holding them together and encouraging the growth of new bone tissue. Now, scientists have added carbon fibers to the material to also make it self-healing. In its current form, calcium phosphate cement is typically injected into bone-break sites in the form of a paste. […]
3D Bionic Eye
The human eye is an incredibly complex piece of equipment, so it’s no wonder that we’ve had a hard time reverse engineering it. Now, researchers have unveiled the world’s first 3D artificial eye, which can not only outperform other devices but has the potential to see better than the real thing. Bionic eyes are emerging as a way to restore […]
Triangular Fish Farm Nets
In recent years, fish farms have increasingly started using underwater ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) for cleaning the nets that enclose their fish pens. A relatively new one, the StealthCleaner, has a unique triangular form factor. Manufactured by Norwegian ROV company Kystdesign, the StealthCleaner is connected to a surface-located support vessel or shore-based control station via a power/communications umbilical cable. Utilizing […]
Hydrogen Injection Device Saves Fuel & Cuts Emissions
A South Australian company is ready to go into full production with an innovative aftermarket kit that impressively cuts fuel consumption, particulates and carbon monoxide emissions from big diesel engines, asking only for a little water in return. The HYDI system generates its own hydrogen as you drive and directly injects it into the air-fuel mixture just before the combustion […]