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In the event of a shark attack, it’s very important to determine which shark species was responsible, so authorities can take the appropriate measures. A new study indicates that readily available medical gauze can be used by first responders to obtain… Continue reading Gauze from first aid kits can be used to ID human-attacking sharks
For some time now, scientists have known that electrical stimulation speeds the healing of chronic wounds such as diabetic skin ulcers. A thin, flexible, inexpensive new bandage delivers that healing current right to the wound site, and it’s activated … Continue reading Water-powered “electric bandage” sticks it to slow-healing wounds
It’s ironic that in places where drinking water needs to be checked for microbes the most, labs that can perform the analysis are least likely to be present. A new “lensless” device could help, as it uses light to instantly detect harmful microorganism… Continue reading Optical device forgoes lenses for better detection of tainted water
Stormwater culverts can be dangerous places, due to hazards such as crumbling concrete ceilings, submerged obstacles, and toxic gas accumulations. The PIPE-i robot was designed with that fact in mind, as it takes the place of a human when inspecting su… Continue reading Six-wheeled robot inspects sketchy culverts so people don’t have to
Back in 1970, Sega introduced an arcade game that would pave the way for many of today’s most popular video games. Known as Jet Rocket, the electromechanical marvel boasted several world-firsts – even though most people today don’t know it ever existed… Continue reading Sega Jet Rocket: The trailblazing ’70s arcade game with no computer or screen
Mosquitoes are masters of evasion when indoors, seemingly disappearing after you unsuccessfully try to swat them or grab them out of the air. That’s where the Bzigo Iris comes in, as it tracks them and shows you where they are.Continue ReadingCategory:… Continue reading Mosquitoes can fly but they can’t hide from the Bzigo Iris
Everybody loves roses, but we’d probably love them even more if they didn’t have those sharp thorns. Well, scientists have found a way of growing thornless roses, and their findings could lead to easier-to-harvest crops.Continue ReadingCategory: Biolog… Continue reading Genetically engineered thornless roses pave the way for better crops
The 3D printing of certain items could soon get a lot faster, simpler and more eco-friendly. That’s because scientists have developed a new 3D printing ink which is easily extruded as a liquid, but then solidifies on contact with a saltwater solution.C… Continue reading Just add water – revolutionary 3D printing ink has a salty secret weapon
Vantablack, which is the world’s darkest material, could be in for some competition. Canadian scientists have created a super-black substance that has the potential to be cheaper, hardier and easier to manufacture … and it’s made out of wood.Continue R… Continue reading Valuable “super-black” material derived from plasma-treated wood
If you’re paying up to $550 for a GoPro actioncam, you’d better be sure that you’re allowing it to deliver the best footage possible. The ActionBox Cine housing is designed to make that happen, with an adjustable lens shade, quick-mount filters and mor… Continue reading Multifunctional housing turns GoPros into movie cameras