New packaging solution could reduce mercury in tuna by 35%
Tuna is a great source of protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids, making it a popular choice for many people.
However, one major concern is...
Air pollution strongly linked to memory loss, study finds
Dementia is a disease that affects the brain, making it harder to remember things, think clearly, and behave normally. It mostly affects older adults,...
Air pollution increases risk of severe lung infections, study finds
Air pollution is widely known to cause respiratory diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but its role in lower respiratory infections—such...
New wearable devices could warn you about dangerous air pollution
Scientists have developed a new type of sensor for wearable devices that could help people detect hazardous gases in real time.
This breakthrough could lead...
New chip-free tags could revolutionize smart packaging and cut electronic waste
Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed an eco-friendly alternative to traditional electronic tags, which could reduce waste and improve smart packaging.
These chip-free...
Earth’s atmosphere is cleaning itself – a breakthrough discovery
Scientists have discovered that the Earth's atmosphere is getting better at removing air pollution, including methane, one of the most powerful greenhouse gases.
This new...
Scientists discover organic charcoal that can remove toxic heavy metals from water
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have found that a special type of charcoal, known as biochar, can remove toxic chromium from water and...
Arctic groundwater is releasing a hidden flood of carbon into the ocean
New research has found that groundwater in the Arctic is releasing large amounts of carbon into the ocean—much more than scientists previously thought.
Even though...
Air pollution may protect against skin cancer, finds new study – but the health...
Air pollution might protect against the most dangerous type of skin cancer, melanoma, a new study finds. However, it’s crucial to approach these results...
Oceans are heating up faster than ever – here’s why it matters
A new study has found that the rate of ocean warming has more than quadrupled since the late 1980s. This means the oceans are...