Lush plant-filled airport terminal is powered by renewable energy

SOM's new airport terminal in India provides weary travelers with a lush interior that's filled with plants and trees, and is made from natural materials like bamboo and stone. Impressively, all of its power needs are met by renewable energy.

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Assistive “anti-freeze” exoskeleton keeps Parkinson’s patients walking

People with Parkinson's disease often develop a problem known as "gait freeze," in which their legs simply stop stepping forward as they're walking. A new exoskeleton, however, has proven to be very effective at keeping such individuals' legs going.

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Mental health linked to negative ‘pregaming’ outcomes in college students

A study has found that college students with social anxiety and depression were more driven by social motives to ‘pregame’ or drink before heading out to a social function and experienced more negative consequences as a result of pregaming.

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Eye-catching rippling arts center makes waves in China

MAD Architects has revealed plans for a new mixed-use development in Foshan, China. The Nanhai Arts Center's unusual design is informed by its lakeside location and is envisioned as a large rippling wave of water.

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Mantis Pen packs scalpel blade, other tools, in slim titanium tube

The market's thirst for multi-function everyday carry gear doesn't seem to be dying down. The latest evidence is the success of a Kickstarter campaign for a titanium pen with enough tricks onboard to make any James Bond wannabe happy.

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Hypershell exoskeleton aims to liberate adventure from human limits

One of the most outlandish Kickstarters of 2023 is still working to empower superhuman outdoor adventurers. The Hypershell Omega exoskeleton was a $1 million Kickstarter success last year, and Hypershell is preparing to show its latest at CES 2024.

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Exploitation, drug-filled sponges & licorice: 2023’s top cancer stories

As the second leading cause of death globally, treating – or even better, curing – cancer is understandably high on the list of researchers’ priorities. Here are New Atlas’ top cancer stories for the year 2023.

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Mindfulness program proves a secret weapon against post-traumatic stress

A study has found that a therapy program focusing on self-compassion and mindfulness reduced symptoms of post-traumatic stress. The intervention is promising for those who suffer from PTSD symptoms but don't meet the criteria for a formal diagnosis.

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Drugs, diet and the weight of the world: Tackling obesity in 2023

It was the year we ushered in a new age of weight-loss treatment: GLP-1 agonists. These drugs are here to stay – and more are expected in 2024. But there were many more discoveries in 2023, including key genetic ones, in the fight against obesity.

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Efficient construction system stacks self-contained modules like Legos

Erecting an entire building from scratch can be time-consuming and expensive, which is why many companies look to factory-built prefabricated structures. A new technology takes that idea further, with prefab blocks that are stacked like Lego blocks.

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