New Contact Lenses May Soon Allow Diabetics to Monitor Glucose Levels With Just the Blinks of Their Eyes
Not only can the smart contact lenses monitor glucose levels, they can also release medication directly into the membrane of the eye.
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New Alzheimer's Nasal Spray Shown to Reduce Proteins Which Cause the Disease in Mice
Kyoto University researchers said the vaccine for Alzheimer's was effective and was also shown to have zero side effects observed in the mice.
Fungi Discovered In The Amazon Can Devour Plastic in Landfills
The Amazon is home to more species than almost anywhere else on earth. One fungus, carried home recently by a group from Yale University, appears to be quite happy eating plastic in airless landfills.
Glimpse of God? The Hubble Telescope's 12 Best Photos on the 30th Anniversary of its Launch into Orbit
On the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Hubble space telescope, enjoy our favorite 12 remarkable photos of nebulae and the Universe.
These Birds Have Been Found to Warn Rhinos of Poaching-And It Could Help Protect the Species
Oxpeckers have been shown in a new research paper to reduce human sightings of black rhinos by 40-50% because the birds alert the rhinos to danger.
How Online Gamers Are Solving Science's Biggest Problems
A new generation of online games don't just provide entertainment – they help scientists solve puzzles involving genes, conservation and the universe. Such games have allowed players with little or no scientific knowledge tackle some of science's biggest problems. And gamers are already proving their worth.
Dogs Are Joining the Fight Against COVID-19 By Learning to Sniff Out the Virus
The very same clever canines that were successfully trained to sniff out malaria and cancer are now being trained to detect the novel coronavirus.
Antibodies Could Be 'Radically Life-Changing' New Treatment for OCD and Other Mental Disorders
The researchers from Queen Mary University of London say the discovery could lead to ground-breaking treatments with "a reduced chance of side effects."
Irreversible No Longer: Blind Mice See Again Thanks To New Method of Synthesizing Lost Cells
Rather than opting for the costly and complex process of using stem cells to cure age-related macular degeneration, scientists used skin cells.
As Coal Usage Declines, New Study Finds Dramatic Decrease in Asthma Symptoms and Hospitalizations
According to research conducted around four coal-powered plants in Louisville, Kentucky, retiring coal has a noticeable effect on people's health.
We've Survived Before: NASA Invites Workforce to Stream Apollo 13 Film Tonight on 50th Anniversary of Rescue
50 years ago, the Apollo 13 crew landed on Earth after their disastrous mission was aborted and teams of people worked together to bring them home alive.
Taking Hot Baths Every Day is Linked to Lower Risk of Stroke or Heart Disease
Similarly to how sauna bathing has been linked to some surprising health benefits, this new study says that regularly taking hot baths is good for you too.
These New Solar-Pavement Driveways Made of Plastic Bottles Can Power the Average Household
You've already heard about solar-paneled rooftops, but now, a company from Hungary is powering residential homes with solar driveways.
'Landmark' Study Lays Road Map for Exactly How We Can Restore Oceans to Former Glory in Just One Generation
This international science team has identified exactly how the world can work together to heal our disrupted oceans in as little as two to three decades.
Bill Gates Funds Futuristic Toilets: No Piped Water, Sewer or Electricity Needed
Poop in, clean water out. Bill Gates has invested more than three million dollars on behalf of the 2.6 billion people around the world who don't have access to modern toilets. Yesterday, the three winners of his "next-generation toilet prize were announced, showcasing innovative designs that capture and process human waste without piped water, sewer or electrical connections. Even more impressive, the toilet prize-winners all transformed human waste into useful resources, such as energy and water.
Study Shows Patients Will Recover More Quickly When the Doctor Uses Different Words
This new study shows just how helpful an encouraging doctor can be for your recovery and health.
LED Lights Can Now Broadcast Internet That is Faster and More Secure Than WiFi
The world's largest lighting company has just become the first manufacturer to produce LiFi fixtures on a larger scale.
What You Never Learned About Fiber and Why It May Be Exactly What You Need for Stubborn Ailments
Most people know that fiber is good for indigestion, but there is actually a lot more to why it's particularly essential for our health and longevity.
Device Removes Trash Floating Near The Shore Before it Reaches Sea
Seabin is an industrial scale pool skimmer that can sweep pollution from harbors and marinas before it can reach rivers or oceans.
This Collapsible, Self-Cleaning Steel Straw Could Finally Spell the End of Disposable Plastic Alternatives
Since the straw's crowdfunding campaign was launched earlier this week, it has already raised almost twice its original goal.
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