WEIRD SCIENCE
Several types of probiotic bacteria may reduce signs of bad breath, according to a new meta-study. Depositphotos – By Rich Haridy 2022 Dec 21 – A newly published meta-analysis, encompassing seven studies and nearly 300 subjects, has found certain types of bacteria found in …
Stonehenge has long been the site of some of the most famous solstice celebrations. Chris Gorman/Getty Images News – By Molly Jackson, Religion and Ethics Editor – Interviewed Pardis Mahdavi, Provost and Executive Vice President, The University of Montana Rosalyn R. LaPier, Professor …
A breakthrough in electrolyte design has pulled high-density batteries a little closer to reality. Depositphotos – By Nick Lavars 2022 Dec 15 – Next-generation batteries could take on many forms, but one design that scientists are pinning a lot of hope on involves the …
Chronotherapeutic drug delivery aims to maximize treatment effectiveness and minimize side effects. Vaselena/iStock via Getty Images Plus – By Tobias Eckle, Professor of Anesthesiology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Published: 2022 Dec 13 – All living organisms on Earth are exposed to …
Push-button childbirth after an out-of-body pregnancy: it’s going to be an option soon, says Hashem Al-Ghaili. Hashem Al-Ghaili View gallery – 7 images – By Loz Blain 2022 Dec 12 – The EctoLife Artificial Womb Facility envisages a controversial new way to be pregnant, …
To create fusion ignition, the National Ignition Facility’s laser energy is converted into X-rays inside a capsule called a hohlraum, which then compress a fuel capsule until it implodes, creating a high-temperature, high-pressure plasma. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory – By Ben Coxworth 2022 Dec …
Touted as a cure for environmental and physical ills, the organic movement is falling short of high expectations. Illustration: Elia Barbieri/The Guardian – Julian Baggini Last modified on 2022 Dec 12 – After 10 years of slow but steady growth, sales of organic …
Scientists are hoping ‘historical biomolecules’ on a 15th-century missive written by Vlad Dracula, the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s vampire count, will reveal more about him. A 16th-century portrait of Vlad III, more commonly known as Vlad the Impaler or Vlad Dracula. Photograph: Ian …
Invasive reptile scuttles into electric substation in Florida, frying power and itself. Iguanas are considered an invasive species in Florida, where they are notorious for disrupting traffic. Photograph: Mike Stocker/AP– Guardian staff Last modified on 2022 Dec 09 – This rebel reptile had …
Series of attacks come after assault on North Carolina facilities cut electricity to 40,000. Power lines in Oregon, seen after a wildfire. It is unclear who is behind the attacks on power stations. Photograph: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/Reuters – Dani Anguiano in Los Angeles @dani_anguiano …
