Articles by Ted Ranosa
This Inflatable Space Elevator Might Be Your Future Ride To Outer Space
Canadian space company Thoth Technology Inc. announced that it has been granted a United States patent for its ThothX Tower design, a massive freestanding structure with an elevator capable of lifting astronauts and cargo up to 12 miles above the earth.
Climate Change Could Spell Disaster For Tourist Hotspots In The Mediterranean
A report by the Joint Research Center of the European Commission suggests that as regions in the continent become more and more seasonally inhospitable, tourists will likely change the timing, length and even their holiday destinations.
New Type Of Optical Chip Could Speed Up Development of Quantum Computing
Scientists from the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom and the Nippon Telegraph and Telephone in Japan have developed a new optical chip that is capable of processing photons in infinite ways.
Playing Tetris Can Block Cravings For Food And Drugs: Study
Researchers at the Queensland University of Technology in Australia and the Plymouth University in the United Kingdom have found that playing the popular block-shifting puzzle game Tetris could help curb the effects of various types of cravings, such as for food, drugs, sleep and sex.
Cats Are Evolutionarily Superior To Dogs Says Study
A new study conducted by international team of researchers suggests that competition between ancient species of cats and dogs have ultimately played a crucial role in the evolution of canines.
Florida Officials Want To Re-evaluate Panther Protection Policies
Officials from the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in Florida report that they have no plans to remove the Florida panther from the endangered species list or to change protective sanctions placed on the species.
Chinese Cave Inscriptions Describe Grim Effects Of Climate Change On Human Societies
A study of ancient inscriptions found in China's Dayu Cave has allowed researchers to produce a detailed picture of how widespread droughts affect societies over a period of time.
People Who Have Undergone Organ Transplants Are More Susceptible To Skin Cancer: Study
A new study suggests that people who undergo organ transplants are twice as likely to contract aggressive and advanced forms of melanoma, and three times as likely to die from the same disease than people who do not undergo the invasive procedure.
Fish Oil Shows Promise Reducing Risk Of Schizophrenia
Researchers at the University of Melbourne found that taking pills containing omega-3 rich fish oil can potentially help lower the risk of developing mental health disorders among young people.
Zebra Stripes Don't Help Against Predators Says Study
A new study conducted by University of Cambridge scientists suggests that the characteristic stripes on zebras do not offer the animal any protection against potential predators unlike what was initially believed.
ESL Makes Good On Promise For Pro-Gamer Drug Tests
The Electronic Sports League reported that it will launch its anti-doping program by the start of their next tournament on Aug. 22 in order to properly screen competitive gamers for illegal substances.
Scientists Thinking Of Bringing The Tasmanian Devil Back To The Australian Mainland
Researchers at the University of New South Wales in Australia are studying the potential benefits of bringing back the Tasmanian devil to the mainland as a means to prevent the spread of feral cat and red fox populations.
Study Says Depression After First Child Worse Than Death In The Family
Parenthood serves to be a more hazardous experience for couples compared to the experience of going through a divorce or the death of a partner, according to new research conducted by the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research in Germany and the University of Western Ontario in Canada.
Sandra Lee Discharged From Hospital After Second Surgery
Food Network star and celebrity chef Sandra Lee left Mount Sinai Roosevelt on Wednesday after undergoing a successful surgery that addressed a lingering case of infection.
Coca-Cola 'Funded' Obesity Studies Sparks Health Controversy
The Coca-Cola-funded Global Energy Balance Network study on the issue of obesity faces scrutiny from various health experts as it allegedly promotes the idea that regular exercise is more important in losing weight than maintaining a healthy diet.
UK Teen Is Now The Youngest Person To Cycle Around The World
Nineteen-year-old British cyclist Tom Davies wrapped up his 18,000-mile journey around the world on Sunday when he reached Battersea in South London. His journey through different countries has allowed Davies to raise $93,580 for charity.
New Tadpole Disease Could Affect Frog Populations Worldwide
Researchers from the Natural History Museum and the University of Exeter have discovered a new and highly infectious disease for tadpoles among frog specimens collected from different parts of the world.
Study Shows Promising Results For Testosterone Therapy In Older Males
Researchers from the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Kansas City discovered that men who receive treatments for low testosterone levels are less susceptible to stroke, heart attack and death compared to those who did not receive such procedures.
Some Experts Rethinking Relationship Between Solar Activity Of Climate Change
A new study conducted by researchers from the World Data Center, the National Solar Observatory and Stanford University suggests that the theory of the Modern Grand Maximum is false, and that there has been a stable sunspot activity from the 1700s up to the age of Industrial Revolution and the 20th century.
To Be Or Not To Be High? William Shakespeare's Pipes With Traces Of Cannabis
Researchers at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa have found traces of cannabis on fragments of 400-year-old smoking pipes that were unearthed in the garden of William Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon home.
Sanofi Partners With Apeiron And Evotec To Develop Drug For Blood Cancers And Solid Tumors
French drug company Sanofi reports that it is teaming up with biotech companies Evotec of Germany and Apeiron Biologics of Austria to develop new small molecule-based immuno-oncology treatments to treat solid and hematological cancers.
Classical And Jazz Music Might Provide Relief From Epileptic Seizure
Scientists at the Ohio State University have discovered that the brains of people diagnosed with epilepsy react differently to music compared to the brains of those without the medical condition.
California Drought Dries Up Guadalupe River Running Through San Jose
Local environment experts in California expressed concern about the current state of San Jose's Guadalupe River as its water has begun to dry up in the past two months.
Lady Gaga's 'American Horror Story: Hotel' Character Finally Revealed
'American Horror Story' co-creator and producer Ryan Murphy, along with several cast members, provided media members with teasers on the upcoming fifth season of the show, entitled 'American Horror Story: Hotel.'
'Lizard Man' Reappears In South Carolina: What The Legend Is All About
A local resident in Bishopville, South Carolina claims that she spotted the alleged Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp as she was leaving church on Sunday. The woman was able to take a photograph of the creature, which has now spread throughout social media.
New 'Attack On Titan' Trailer Features Giants Eating Humans And Humans Violently Striking Back
The latest trailer for the 'Attack on Titan' live-action film debuted on Thursday, allowing fans of the popular Japanese manga and anime title to catch a glimpse of the story's post-apocalyptic world on the big screen.
Hangover Cure: Asian Pear Juice Can Help Lower Alcohol Levels
Researchers at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization in Australia have discovered a new remedy for alcohol hangover symptoms based on the juice of Asian pears.
IBM Acquires Merge Healthcare To Upgrade Watson Medical Capabilities
American technology company IBM announced that it will purchase medical image company Merge Healthcare Inc. for $1 billion and combine it with its own health analytics division supported by the IBM Watson supercomputer.
Dolphin Spotted In New Jersey River Miles From Nearest Ocean
Locals living near the South River in Old Bridge, New Jersey spotted a dolphin stranded in the water on Wednesday. Members of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center tried to lead the animal back to sea, but it only ignored the rescue efforts.
High Toxin Levels And Algal Blooms Found In Klamath Waterways
The Oregon Health Authority has announced that its algae health advisory for the Agency and Upper Klamath lakes will be extended to cover the Klamath River and other areas near the California state line.
