When we think of insects, the idea of eating them may not be the most appetizing thought. However, insects are not only a common food source in many parts of the world, but they are also considered delicacies in some regions. In particular, edible ants have gained attention for their flavorful, nutritious, and sustainable qualities.
The significant rise in deaths linked to the commonly prescribed anxiety drug, pregabalin, has raised serious concerns in England and Wales. In 2018, there were 187 deaths associated with pregabalin, but this number more than doubled to 441 in 2022. Recent press reports have compared these deaths to a “US-style opioid epidemic,” although the comparison
Voice disorders can be incredibly debilitating, making it difficult for individuals to communicate effectively. However, a recent breakthrough in bioelectric engineering may change that. A team of UCLA engineers has developed a soft, thin, stretchy device that can help people with dysfunctional vocal cords regain their ability to speak. This innovative device has the potential
The research conducted by Oregon State University’s College of Engineering provides a new perspective on the importance of snowpacks in water supply management. Instead of using traditional metrics like snow water equivalent or the length of the snow season, the researchers introduced a new technique called snow water storage. This innovative approach offers a more
Many of us have grown up hearing the age-old saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While this advice seems simple and straightforward, recent studies have shown that there may be another, more effective, way to improve our diets and overall health – chewing sugar-free gum. Research conducted by a team of Tufts
Reddit recently disclosed that the Federal Trade Commission has launched an investigation into the platform’s activities related to the sale, licensing, or sharing of user-generated content with outside organizations for the purpose of training artificial intelligence models. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Reddit mentioned that it had received a letter from
US prosecutors have recommended a 40 to 50-year prison sentence for Sam Bankman-Fried, CEO of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange, following his conviction on charges of fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. This steep sentence is deemed necessary to reflect the severity of the crimes committed by the disgraced crypto mogul. In contrast, Bankman-Fried’s defense team has
Recently, Boeing issued a warning to airlines operating its 787 Dreamliner model to inspect certain switches in the cockpit. This decision came after a New Zealand-bound LATAM plane experienced a sudden drop mid-flight, causing injuries to dozens of passengers. The investigation into the incident, Flight LA800, is still ongoing, and Boeing has deferred to the
In a recent move by the Minneapolis City Council, a new ordinance was passed that requires ride-hailing companies like Lyft and Uber to pay their drivers the local minimum wage of $15.57 an hour. This decision comes after a long-standing battle between gig economy workers and tech giants over fair wages and worker rights. The
OLED technology has become increasingly popular in the electronics industry due to its high efficiency and vibrant picture quality. However, researchers have identified some challenges, particularly in the stability and lifespan of OLED television screens. The blue subpixels in OLED displays are known to be less stable and susceptible to burn-in, which can compromise viewing
In the realm of flexible sensors, there has been a significant advancement in sensing capabilities over the last decade. However, one of the major challenges that researchers face is the complex deformation that arises from forces or strains acting in multiple directions simultaneously. This complexity makes it difficult to accurately measure the stimuli due to
A recent study published in the Journal of Remote Sensing has introduced a groundbreaking method for estimating both diffuse and direct solar radiation. Researchers have combined data augmentation techniques with the LightGBM machine learning model to revolutionize how solar radiation components are predicted. By utilizing sunshine duration data from a vast network of over 2,453
Water resource management is a crucial task that requires accurate and reliable data. Satellite technology has provided us with a wealth of information about the Earth’s water bodies, but extracting actionable insights from this data can be a daunting challenge. The data gathered by satellites often come in two forms – high spatial resolution or
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Prof. Cui Linsong’s research team from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Prof. Samuel D. Stranks’ team from the University of Cambridge have revolutionized the performance of blue light-emitting diodes (LEDs) based on perovskite materials. Their innovative strategy has been published in Nature Photonics and holds great
Weather forecasting is a complex and challenging undertaking, especially when it comes to predicting long-range weather patterns. However, recent research conducted by scientists at LMU has shed light on a promising new approach to improving the accuracy of such forecasts. The stratosphere, a layer of the atmosphere located 15 to 50 kilometers above the Earth’s