Atmospheric CO2 soars to record heights in spite of global pandemic

The wheels we humans have set in motion concerning carbon dioxide emissions and climate change are going to take some stopping, and the latest data from Hawaii's Mauna Loa Observatory are another clear indicator of this.

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Poimo: An inflatable ebike that fits in a backpack

We've seen our share of portable ebikes, but this adorable little cutie takes things to the next level. Poimo (POrtable and Inflatable MObility) is an inflatable short-range ebike that fits in a small backpack when you're not riding it.

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Brain’s “steering wheel” mechanism found in mice

We’re still figuring out which bits of the brain do what. Movement and walking are among the most fundamental actions an animal can take, and now scientists at the University of Copenhagen have found the brain’s “steering wheel” mechanism in mice.

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Elevated calcium in mitochondria linked to cell death in Alzheimer’s

A new mouse study from Massachusetts General Hospital has for the first time established a connection between elevated levels of calcium in mitochondria and neuron death associated with Alzheimer's disease.

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Promising new HPV saliva test detects early-stage throat cancer

A new case report describes the discovery of throat cancer in a subject using a novel saliva test designed to detect human papillomavirus virus. The saliva screening test appears very promising but needs further validation before broad deployment.

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Polymer compound shows promise as cheap, light radiation shielding

Scientists have developed a new polymer that could be the basis for cheaper, lighter and more environmentally friendly radiation shielding. It is created by introducing bismuth trioxide particles into PMMA resin, which was then cured with UV light.

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Snow Peak’s sleek cylinder stove expands to cook at camp and home

Look quickly at the Home & Camp stove from some angles and you might think it's Snow Peak's latest vacuum-insulated tumbler. But it's actually a single-burner stove packed away inconspicuously inside a cylinder body.

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Inexpensive process converts seaweed into biofuel, fertilizer and more

Sargassum seaweed is growing out of control in many regions – it washes up on beaches in huge amounts. Utilizing a new technique, that rotting organic matter could soon be converted into biofuels and other products.

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New observations of Ryugu reveal the ancient asteroid’s colorful past

Data collected by Japan’s Hayabusa 2 spacecraft during its historic touchdown on asteroid Ryugu has revealed surprising characteristics of the ancient space rock, including signs of a close encounter with the Sun.

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