Articles by Ted Ranosa
84-Year-Old Frank Dewhurst Becomes Oldest Living Kidney Donor In US
Wimberly, Texas-native Frank Dewhurst donated one of his kidneys to his neighbor who was suffering from lupus. Despite already being an octogenarian, Dewhurst proved to be healthy enough to undergo transplant surgery.
Meet AntBot, The Ant-Inspired Robot That Could Replace GPS
Two separate teams in France and the United Kingdom are developing new technologies that could replace GPS soon. Their designs both take inspiration from the ability of desert ants to find their way even across great distances.
Ontario Man Ippolit Bodounov Fined $15,000 For Trying To Smuggle Bag Of Leeches From Russia To Canada
Niagara Falls-native Ippolit Bodounov pleaded guilty to smuggling more than 4,000 of medical leeches into Canada last year. He violated the country's Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act.
Ancient Supernova May Have Led Humans To Walk On Two Legs
A new study suggests that an explosion of stars in the Milky Way may have spurred early humans to learn how to walk upright. The cosmic event caused a chain reaction on Earth that drastically transformed the environment.
Tam, Last Surviving Male Sumatran Rhino In Malaysia Dies
Wildlife experts mourn the loss of Tam, the only remaining male Sumatran rhinoceros in Malaysia. Tam's death is a huge blow to conservation efforts, given that the species is already considered a critically endangered species in the world.
Medical Student Claudia Martinez Survives 6 Brain Surgeries While Pursuing Dream To Be A Doctor
Twenty-eight-year-old Claudia Martinez received six brain surgeries to address a Chiari malformation in her brain. Despite her struggles, she is now on track to recovering and is about to become a doctor herself.
Maine Becomes 4th US State To End Religious, Philosophical Vaccine Exemptions
Governor Janet Mills has signed a bill formally lifting all non-medical exemptions to immunization in the state of Maine. Residents will have to secure a written statement from healthcare professionals if they wish to secure an exemption.
Antibiotics May Help Slow Symptoms Of Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers in Chicago have observed how long-term antibiotic treatment may affect the onset of Alzheimer's disease symptoms in rodents. Results showed that the therapy can help limit the buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain.
Experimental Fish Skin Graft Saves Life Of Dog With Severe Burns
Stella, a Rottweiler that underwent skin grafting surgery to repair severe burns on her body, is recovering well, according to Michigan veterenarians. The descaled cod skin used to replaced her damaged skin facilitated the growth of new tissue.
New Home-Testing Kit Measures Stress Levels In Sweat And Blood
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati have created a new diagnostic that can measure just how stressed out a person is. The simple test was specially designed so that people can do it even in the comfort of their home.
Amazon Giving $25 Gift Card In Exchange Of Taking 3D Scan Of Your Body
Amazon Body Labs is inviting New Yorkers to take part in an ongoing research on different body shapes. Participants will be given a $25 Amazon.com gift card for answering a survey and letting themselves be 3D scanned.
China Emitting Large Amounts Of Banned Greenhouse Gas: This Is How CFC Destroys The Ozone Layer
An international study points to several Chinese factories as primary sources of CFCs. The banned chemical compound is known to accelerate the destruction of the ozone layer in the Earth's atmosphere.
Tiny 8-Legged 'Face Mites' Feed On Human Skin Oil
Experts from the California Academy of Sciences described microscopic arachnids found thriving inside the pores of human skin. These creatures, known as Demodex, often crawl onto the skin's surface and mate with each other while their hosts sleep.
Ebola Outbreak: Health Workers In Congo Fear Violent Attacks
Ebola responders in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are struggling to deal with the outbreak amid recent violent attacks by armed groups. Efforts to curb the spread of the disease have been hampered by threats to health workers.
Wreck Of Last Slave Ship From Africa Found Off Alabama Coast
A shipwreck found near Mobile, Alabama has turned out to be that of the wooden schooner Clotilda. The ship was the last known vessel to have transported slaves from West Africa to the United States.
Global Sea Levels May Rise At A Much Faster Rate Than Previously Thought, Study Says
Climate experts are preparing for a possible increase in global sea levels that could exceed initial estimations. Water levels in the world's seas could rise by as much as 6.6 feet by 2100 if carbon emissions are not checked.
Dwarf Planet May Have Collided With The Moon A Long Time Ago
A new study suggests that the Moon's asymmetrical look may have been caused by a direct collision with another space object. The culprit may have been an asteroid or a dwarf planet about 450 to 480 miles in diameter.
Baby Tiger Sharks Eat Backyard Birds Like Doves And Sparrows, Study Says
An international team of scientists has looked into the diet of young tiger sharks in the wild. Results showed that some sharks tend to prey on songbirds that had difficulties making the long journey during migration season.
Google AI Predicts Lung Cancer Better Than Radiologists
A team of researchers at Google is planning to use deep learning to look for signs of lung cancer in people. So far, the AI has detected malignancies in CT scans of patients, with an accuracy of 94.4 percent.
SpaceX To Launch 60 Starlink Internet Service Satellites
After failing to launch Starlink satellites on Wednesday, SpaceX is looking to have another crack at sending its internet satellites into space this week. The spaceflight will be broadcast via the space company's website and YouTube.
Iron Selenide Unmasked As 'Garden-Variety' Superconductor
International scientists have demonstrated the superconductivity of iron selenide. They successfully measured its dynamic magnetic properties for the first time by detwinning samples of the material.
Eating Less Fat, More Fruits May Reduce Risk Of Breast Cancer Death
A new study of the Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute suggests that dietary interventions may help improve women's risk of dying due to breast cancer. Research participants saw a 20 percent reduction of death risk related to the malignancy.
Weight Loss Surgery May Improve Type 2 Diabetes, Blood Pressure Outcomes In Teens
NIH researchers have found some potential benefits of early gastric bypass surgery for teenagers. Results show that teens who received the procedure had better outcomes in terms of their diabetes and blood pressure management compared to their adult counterparts.
Millions Of People And Animals Are At Risk Of Naturally Occurring Anthrax
A new CDC study outlines the potential threat of naturally occurring anthrax to people and livestock around the world. As many as 1.83 billion people and 1.1 billion livestock live in areas where the bacterial infection can be found.
NASA Picks SpaceX, Blue Origin, And 9 Other Firms For $45.5 Million Moon Lander Study
A total of 11 private American companies have been chosen to work on NASA's next moon lander project. The space agency's partners will research and develop technologies that will help transport astronauts back to the surface of the moon.
CVS Will Only Sell Vitamins, Supplements Tested By Third Parties For Safety
CVS Pharmacy is launching its "Tested to Be Trusted" program designed to ensure the safety and effectiveness of vitamins and supplements available in-store and online. Only those that have passed third-party testing will be made available.
US Birth Rate Hits 32-Year Low In 2018, CDC Says
A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that the number of new birth in the United States has dropped to about 3.7 million in 2018. This is 2 percent lower compared to birth rates recorded in the previous year.
Newly Discovered Subterranean Fish Species Named After Gollum Of 'Lord Of The Rings'
The Aenigmachanna gollum is a newly discovered fish found living underground in Kerala, India. The creature could very well be the only species of snakehead fish seemingly thriving in a subterranean environment.
Philadelphia Soda Tax Cuts Sales Of Sugary Drinks
People in Philadelphia seem to be trying to avoid buying soda from stores within the city due to the new soda tax. However, they are choosing to buy their sugary drinks from nearby areas to avoid the levy.
Transgender Women Who Had Sex Change Face Increased Breast Cancer Risk
A new study in the Netherlands suggests that transgender women undergoing hormone treatment are at a higher risk for breast cancer compared to cisgender people. Health risks increased during a relatively short duration of the treatment.
