Imagine using something you'd normally toss away to clean up a big mess! Scientists are doing just that by using activated carbon made from Brazil nut shells to soak up chemicals like catechol from wastewater. They've learned that the best conditions for this to happen are at pH 6 and temperatures b
2024 was a year of extremes for Chicago's weather. The city saw both scorching heat and bone-chilling cold, along with heavy rain and snow. Let's dive into the most memorable days. On August 27, the temperature soared to 99 degrees at O'Hare International Airport. This broke the record for the hott
New England had a turbulent year filled with unusual weather events. The winter was both wet and warm, with record-breaking temperatures and three-day storms causing major flooding along rivers and coasts. Despite the wet winter, Boston saw one of its lowest snowfalls ever. Spring brought surprising
Tularemia, a rare disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis, has been reported in every U. S. state except Hawaii. It shows up with fever and different symptoms, depending on how you get infected. Usually, less than 2% of cases are fatal, but this can go up based on symptoms and the str
Did you know that your brain loves to make new friends and learn new tricks? Dr. Zaldy Tan from Cedars-Sinai says that our brains create new connections every time we meet someone new. This means that being social is super important for our brain health. It can also boost our mood, which is great be
Jimmy Carter is often remembered for his presidency's challenges. But he also made a significant mark on the judicial system. He didn’t appoint a Supreme Court justice, but he did nominate Ruth Bader Ginsburg to the D. C. Circuit Court. This led to a remarkable judicial legacy. Carter grew up in rur
Ever wondered how athletes can be tracked while they're in motion? Welcome to the world of motion capture tech! This tech has come a long way, making it easier for researchers, doctors, and coaches to get biomechanics data. One of the latest trends is using markerless motion capture and inertial mea
These days, technology is everywhere. From smartphones to the internet, it's a part of our daily lives. But sadly, it's also being used to harm people in ways that are hard to track. We're talking about tech-facilitated sexual violence and abuse (TFSVA). This happens when people use digital tools to
2024 is shaping up to be the hottest year ever recorded. The World Weather Attribution (WWA) recently released a report showing that climate change played a significant role in the extreme weather events this year. The report highlights that man-made warming, with a record increase of 34. 34 Fahrenh
Deep in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, remote cameras have snapped incredible photos of an isolated tribe known as the Massaco, whose territory spreads across Brazil. This tribe, numbering around 200 to 300 people, continues to thrive despite encroaching threats from mining and logging firms.
