Rebecca Young, a 12-year-old from Kelvinside Academy in Glasgow, recently won the top prize of the MacRobert Commendation Medal. So, what was her innovative invention that won her first place out of 70,000 participants? Rebecca designed a solar blanket that could help address the homeless crisis many people are currently impacted by. After seeing so...
Recently, everyone seems to be hopping on the artificial intelligence train. It’s almost impossible to visit a social media site without seeing someone changing their profile to a “Studio Ghibli” animated likeness of themselves. The latest trend is turning yourself into an action figure, packaged along with all the accessories associated with your job. You...
First off, let’s be clear -we are not talking about some lost Atlantis-like civilization here. We are not even talking about a human-made civilization or the remnants of ancient buildings. This “lost city” is entirely made by nature, yet is still just as intriguing as if it were some ancient archeological discovery. Here, 700 meters...
Why is it so important to consume gut-healthy foods? Well, in order for your body to effectively digest food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste, you need a balanced gut microbiome. A healthy gut also helps bolster your immune system and maintain a healthy response to inflammation. In fact, many of the diseases that commonly afflict...
As a species, we have had a close relationship with cannabis for thousands of years now. In fact, it is among the earliest plants that humans cultivated. Yet, it has also had a turbulent and controversial history due to the psychoactive properties of some varieties. Other varieties, such as hemp, are low in THC, yet...
Many of us hold certain beliefs that would simply crumble under the lens of an expert. These highly qualified individuals often arrive at conclusions that may seem almost counterintuitive to what the general public believes. This is true across a range of fields as diverse as psychology, economics, science, and education. While we may often...
Existing solar panels are rather large and cumbersome, making them difficult to set up in certain situations. The ideal solution would be some type of solar film that is light, versatile, and cost-effective. One company based in the United Kingdom, Power Roll, has been working on this exact concept since 2012. It recently announced that...
It’s almost impossible to walk down a grocery store aisle nowadays without seeing an array of high-protein products. From protein shakes to protein-enriched cereals and health bars, we are constantly encouraged to consume a high-protein diet. While this type of diet does come with its health benefits, is there more to this story than we...
Not everyone responds well to existing stimulant medications, which makes finding an effective treatment for ADHD challenging. A new clinical trial, however, has shown that a drug called solriamfetol can reduce ADHD symptoms by a significant 45%. Considering that this condition affects around 15.5 million American adults, finding a treatment that is effective and safe...
We get our daily supply of vitamin D from sunlight, the food we eat, and any supplements we may take. The functions of vitamin D include aiding in calcium absorption for maintaining strong bones, supporting the immune system, and maintaining healthy muscle function. A recent study set out to discover if there were perhaps additional...
A new study by the Institute of Biomedical Engineering has discovered that studying leg muscle blood flow may help detect cardiovascular disease early. This method was found to be more effective than existing tests and can potentially result in earlier treatments. The earlier doctors can predict heart failure in a patient, the better a patient’s...
Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School discovered a significant warning sign that may help predict the likelihood of having an ischemic stroke or developing dementia. This research may enable doctors to treat patients earlier and improve their outcomes. The researchers sought to try and identify which sign of left atrial myopathy is the...
