30-year survey assesses plastic problem in the Antarctic

Two new studies by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) are shedding new light on plastic waste in the Antarctic. Using surveys of marine debris, researchers determined the source of plastics in the region and the effectiveness of mitigation efforts.

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“Seminal” cancer blood test trial moves method closer to clinical use

In a first-of-its-kind study thousands of people with no history of cancer were screened with an experimental multi-cancer blood test. The results caught several pre-symptomatic early stage cancers, but more work is needed before clinical deployment

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Rare metalloid quadruples lifespan of lithium-sulfur batteries

Among the promising alternatives to today's energy storage technologies are lithium-sulfur batteries, though they tend to quickly degrade and die. A new design promises to change that through the integration of a rare metalloid called tellurium.

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GPS notches up 25 years of telling us where to go

The Global Position System (GPS) has turned 25 years old. Operated by the US Space Force, the constellation of navigational satellites went fully operational on April 27, 1995, though US Space Command made the formal announcement in July of that year.

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Fisker Force-E off-roader will make a mean electric camper car

The Force-E package brings an aggressive off-road stance to Fisker's upcoming electric Ocean SUV, previewing a rescue vehicle that could quite easily become another in the growing legion of next-gen electric camper rigs.

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“Electric mist” used to paint complex 3D-printed objects

3D printing may indeed allow for the creation of intricate objects, but what happens if you want to apply a coating to all of those nooks and crannies? Well, a newly-adapted technology should let you do so easily, with a minimum of waste.

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NASA’s Lunar Flashlight to hunt for water in ancient Moon craters

NASA is planning to launch a tiny satellite aboard one of the most powerful rockets ever constructed, to hunt for ice hiding deep inside craters on the Moon’s surface that are bathed in perennial shadow.

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Scientists use mushroom DNA to produce permanently-glowing plants

While bioluminescent mushrooms certainly are fascinating, getting the things to grow in your home can be challenging. Thanks to a new study, however, it may soon be possible to buy glowing versions of otherwise-conventional easily grown plants.

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US Army examines the potential of electrifying its ground vehicles

The US Army is looking into the possibility of adding EVs to its fleet of ground vehicles. The subject of a draft white-paper, the hope is to simplify maintenance while reducing the logistical problems connected with fossil fuels.

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