Shipping fertilizer to colonies on Mars could be quite a hassle – it would certainly be better if the colonists were able to grow crops using whatever’s on hand. The continuation of an existing study now indicates that urine might in fact serve as a perfectly good fertilizer. It was back in 2016 that we first heard how scientists at […]
Urine As Fertiliser On Mars?
Global Seed Bank
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault has received a major a new deposit of seeds from several hundred plant species. In a formal ceremony on February 25, 2020, hosted by the Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg and attended by international dignitaries, the seeds from 35 gene banks spread over all seven continents were placed in the underground vault, bringing the total […]
Protect Your Pet With This GPS Tag
We don’t think we’re out of line when we say that if you truly love your pet, you need to outfit them with an invisible ID tag, which provides crucial information in the event that your beloved dog or cat goes astray. This Blanket ID Tag offers a uniquely powerful way to track down your pet regardless of where and […]
LV Flagship Store Covered In Glass Sails
The facade of Louis Vuitton‘s store in Osaka, designed by architects Jun Aoki & Associates and Peter Marino, is based on the sails of old Japanese merchant ships The Louis Vuitton Maison Osaka Midosuji stands on the busy shopping street of Shinsaibashi-suji. Japanese architecture firm Jun Aoki & Associates and New York architecture studio Peter Marino collaborated to design […]
Smart Selfie Stick
Although many people may think of selfie sticks as cheap gadgets for narcissists, they actually come in pretty handy for people like vloggers. A new model offers several clever features for just such folks, going beyond simply being a telescoping smartphone pole. Called the Pictar Smart-Light Selfie Stick, the device is made by the same company that previously brought us […]
How to Grow Your Startup’s Name Recognition
Google, Apple, Amazon, Uber – what do these titans have in common? Name recognition. In fact, people usually just say “I’ll Google it” or “I’ll take an Uber” instead of saying “I’ll search for it using a search engine” or “I’ll use a ride-hailing app ride.” These brands have the power of name recognition, and it shows. Just watch their […]
“Eco-Friendly” Reusable Superglue
Although so-called superglues can be quite useful, they’re typically made from harsh chemicals, plus it’s very difficult to “unstick” them once they’ve set. Now, however, scientists have created a plant-based superglue that can easily be removed when needed. The experimental adhesive was designed in a collaboration between researchers at Finland’s Aalto University, the University of Tokyo, China’s Sichuan University, and […]
Hinged Bow
Who knew the venerable violin still had surprises in store for us, after nearly 500 years as one of the leading voices in music? An Australian master archetier, or bow-maker, has built a simple device that allows violinists to easily alternate between a regular-playing bow and one that’s capable of playing five-note chords. The bridge of a violin is curved, […]
“Light Activated Mouthwash”
For many cavity-prone people, tooth-brushing often just isn’t enough. It was with such folks in mind that a new mouthwash-based system was recently developed, which reportedly uses light to kill problematic bacteria. Due to be commercially released later this year, the Lumoral system was developed by Finnish startup Koite Health – the company was founded by scientists from Aalto University […]
Geodesic Cabins
French architectural firm FUGU, which specializes in creating unique Alpine structures, has revealed a series of geodesic cabins that are energy-efficient and designed for adventure lovers. The eco-lodges are modular in design, fully customizable, and suitable for even the harshest of climates; making them a good fit for alpine resorts, glamping sites, nature retreats or as private guest houses. “Our […]