Articles by Jill Arce
ISS Astronauts Set To Sample Space-Grown Red Romaine Lettuce
Astronauts planted and harvested red romaine lettuce in their orbital laboratory and are now ready to taste-test. Half of the harvest is for the feast, while the remainder will be for further analysis. The ISS plans to grow other vegetables if the red romaine lettuce growth is a success.
EPA Accidentally Spills 1 Million Gallons Of Wastewater From Colorado Mine: What To Know
The EPA has accidentally released 1 million gallons of wastewater from an abandoned mine in Colorado. No health hazards have been reported but the agency warns people to stay away from drinking, swimming and boating in affected areas while they wait for further test results and for the water to eventually dissipate.
Poor Thinking Skills May Be Sign Of Increased Heart Attack Risk
Researchers have found that older people with poor executive functions are at a higher risk for heart attack and stroke.
Supersonic Plane That Can Reach Speeds Of Mach 4.5 Patented By Airbus
The U.S. has awarded Airbus the patent for its Mach 4.5 speed passenger plane, which can reduce a typical 11-hour flight to three hours. More impressive than its speed is the plane's no-noise feature, observers say.
Scientists Identify Two New Species Of Whale-Eating Shrimp
Marine biologists discovered two new amphipod species and saw that the scavenger crustaceans feed off dead animal carcasses. The two new species were named after the renowned taxonomist Roger Bamber, who passed away in February this year.
Sleeping Position May Lower Risk Of Alzheimer's Or Parkinson's
Scientists studied mice to see how different sleeping positions affect the brain. Of three positions, sleeping on one's side showed the most positive effects on the rodents’ brains. The scientists hope to pursue further research to test the same on humans.
Newly Developed Artificial Blood Vessels Can Dissolve Blood Clots
Blood clotting is a common result of vascular grafts. A team of Russian researchers have now devised a vascular graft coating that dissolves blood clots, while still allowing vascular grafts to emit vascular medication into the bloodstream.
16-Year-Old Student's DNA Experiment To Be Conducted Onboard The ISS
Genes in Space held its first competition to invite young innovators to share their ideas in Science that would later be launched to the ISS. Sixteen-year-old Ana-Sophia Boguraev’s experiment aimed to look at the health effects of microgravity and radiation on astronauts and won first place.
Indiegogo Campaign Launched To Rebuild Mars Research Greenhouse Gutted By Fire
The Mars Society has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise money for the rebuilding of a special greenhouse destroyed by fire last year.
Iowa Lifting Bird Flu Quarantine In Many Local Farms
Iowa is in the process of lifting quarantines in 69 local sites previously reported to be infected with bird flu. This leaves only eight remaining sites that have to complete cleaning and disinfection before being taken off of the list of control areas.
University of Illinois Mumps Outbreak Reignites Vaccination Debate
The University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana is currently battling a mumps outbreak among its students. While outbreaks are periodic, the current spread is the largest so far. The IDPH and University encourage students, faculty and staff to get free MMR shots to avoid further spread of the illness.
Researchers Mimic Early Stages Of Planetary Formation In Lab Settings
For the first time, researchers observed how dust particles collide then stick together, and fond that this reflects early stages of planetary formation. One study shows findings in an experiment that shows collisions of granular molecules and another shows actual calculations of these granular molecule configurations.
Delta Airlines Bans Shipments Of Animal Trophies From Buffalo, Elephants, Rhinos, Lions And Leopards
The Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines announced banning the freight shipment of lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant hunting trophies. The airlines, which is the only non-stop, US-based cargo service to Africa, did not say why it made the decision.
Scientists Find Gene That May Dictate Political Leanings
Researchers found a link between DRD4 and political views through a series of questionnaires and a permutation of the gene variant among selected male and female participants. The link was seen more in women than in men and also found conservative tendencies in women.
Former President Jimmy Carter Undergoes Elective Liver Surgery
The Carter Center reported that former President Jimmy Carter has undergone a successful elective liver surgery, noting that he should fully recover in just a few days. The center has not disclosed further details, only that the surgery removed a "small mass."
Ovarian Cancer Treatment With Promising Results Is Underutilized, According To Study
Latest study showed that IP treatment for ovarian cancer shows promising results but is being underused in American hospitals and cancer centers. Experts emphasize the effectiveness of the procedure, saying IP treatment adds more years to ovarian cancer patients’ lives.
Safari Club International Suspends Minnesota Dentist After Lion-Killing Incident
The hunting advocate Safari Club International has suspended the membership of Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer. The hunter said he relied on the expertise of professional guides and was not aware of any illegalities.
Giant African Snails Feast On 500 Different Plants In Florida
Authorities in Florida are concerned about the invasion of the plant- and rat feces-eating giant African snails, which reproduce quickly and pose a growing threat to agriculture.
Northern White Rhino Death In Czech Zoo Brings Species Count Down To Four
The 31-year-old Northern white rhino Nabire was the kindest ever among the rhinos bred at the Dvur Kralove Zoo. She died of a pathological cyst, leaving only four remaining Northern white rhinos in the world.
Cabbage White Butterfly Holds Secret To More Efficient Solar Panels
A unique butterfly structure has inspired scientists studying solar power. Mimicking the posture of Cabbage White wings, they hae been able to develop cheaper and more efficient solar panels.
New Type Of Ceramic Could Lead To Better Power Plants And Spacecraft
Researchers have been given an EAGER grant to pursue a study that aims to build spacecraft and power plants with a new type of ceramic. The UT Arlington blended different ceramics of the same family and came up with a ceramic that can both withstand extreme heat and collision.
Eminem Shares Previous Struggle With Drugs That Pushed Him To 230 Pounds
Rapper Eminem confesses of having overdosed of prescription drugs in 2007 and how his addiction caused him to gain weight. After rehab, the rapper’s addiction was redirected to exercise, which helped him lose about 80 pounds.
Jessica Alba's Honest Company Dishonest About 'All-Natural' Sunscreen?
A small number of Honest Company customers complained about the all-natural sunscreen lotion, which caused sunburns on their skin despite the product’s SPF 30 label. The company says they are taking the matter seriously, but also mentioned that the number of complaints make up a very small percentage of the total number of products sold.
Visualisation Laboratory Uses Virtual Reality Tech To Find Solutions To Transportation Problems
Experts have developed a virtual reality technology that will aid in studying impacts of transport issues and look at ways to improve transport systems.
D.A.R.E. Accidentally Posts Pro-Marijuana Op-Ed
DARE was mistaken to have changed its views about the legalization of marijuana in an op-ed to the Colombus Post by the group’s former deputy sheriff. The post has now been removed and the group stressed they have not changed their minds about fighting the legalization of pot.
Boxfish Shell Inspires Researchers To Create New Type Of Body Armor
Scientists studied the structure of a deep-sea marine creature and discovered how the small boxfish has been able to survive larger predators in the ocean. The boxfish armor’s special feature has inspired the researchers to come up with a similary structured human armor.
About 30 Percent Of Stars In The Milky Way Moved From Original Orbits
Scientists have discovered that throughout the Milky Way, stars change orbits and migrate over time. A new map of the galaxy shows changes and stellar migration patterns, the first evidence derived by researchers at NMSU.
Researchers Find Link Between Gut Bacteria And Mental Health
Scientists have discovered a link between intestinal microbiota and mental states like anxiety and depression. They conducted the first experiment to involve mice exposed to early life stress, further affected by intestinal microbiota and showing signs of anxiety and depression.
Legionnaires' Disease: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment, And Everything You Need To Know
Another person has died due to the latest Legionnaires' disease outbreak in South Bronx, New York. Health officials alert New Yorkers to be mindful of their surroundings and keep a lookout on areas potentially infested with the bacteria.
Scientists Working On Flu Forecasting Technology To Predict Future Outbreaks
Researchers have incorporated a technique similar to that used in weather predictions to be able to forecast influenza outbreaks. Previously, they have been able to predict flu outbreaks in the US. In a new study, the researchers successfully predicted outbreaks in Hong Kong, where outbreak patterns vary.
