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Researchers from the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech) and Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh are looking at a method of extracting methane from Arctic permafrost, in a way that reduces carbon dioxide emissions. Continue reading Flue gases extract methane from permafrost while reducing emissions
Although it may be hard to believe, ice fishermen do enjoy a cold drink or two while sitting outside in the winter. The DipStick was designed for such anglers, as it keeps those beverages chilled – but not frozen – in the lake water under the ice. Continue reading The DipStick chills ice-anglers’ drinks in frigid lake water
Gauging the maximum lifespan of wild animals can be difficult, as scientists are limited to examining whichever creatures they capture. Now, however, researchers have developed a method of determining a species’ natural lifespan, based on its DNA. Continue reading DNA analysis reveals species’ maximum lifespan
With their bright plumage, North American coot chicks really stick out. A new study by UC Santa Cruz indicates that such coloration not only serves to get more food out of the parents, but also maximizes the bird’s reproductive strategy. Continue reading Coot chicks use bright colors to get preferential treatment
Although heated gloves have been around for some time, the things are generally pretty thick and bulky – best-suited to activities like skiing. Candle Apparel has designed a more dextrous alternative, in the form of its “city-oriented” Candle gloves. Continue reading Phone-friendly heated gloves are made for urban use
The year in which we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing itself ushered in a number of notable firsts – here’a look back at some of our favorite moments in space from 2019. Continue reading 2019: Moments in space
Phosphorous is one of the six key chemical ingredients of life, yet its scarcity raises the question of how early Earth supplied this essential element. A new study has now provided a possible explanation. Continue reading High-carbonate lakes explain the origin of life “phosphate problem”
If your New Year’s resolution involves cooking more often, then a high-quality stainless steel cooking set is a must — unfortunately, they can be quite expensive. Luckily, you can get this 10-piece set for 71% off with this New Years’s Day steal. Continue reading This $495 stainless steel cookware set is only $130 today
A report tracking internet freedom across the world has found global declines for the ninth consecutive year. Underpinned by social media surveillance, the report identified internet freedom deterioration in more than half of 65 countries assessed. Continue reading Social media surveillance drives 2019 drop in global internet freedom
In a study that may help areas affected by a changing climate, researchers has used computer models to determine how conifers survive drought conditions. Using simulated pines and junipers, it seems the key lies in how the tree roots access water. Continue reading Computer models get to the root of how conifers survive droughts