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Long-Term Health of Cesarean Babies

Jan 31, 2025 06:11AM

Vaginal seeding could improve the microbiomes of Cesarean-born babies, potentially reducing risks of obesity, diabetes, and asthma.

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Wasps for Pest Control

Jan 31, 2025 06:01AM

Paper wasps show promise as natural pest control for caterpillars, reducing pesticide use and promoting biodiversity.

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Florida Grasshopper Sparrow
Comeback of the Florida Grasshopper Sparrow

Jan 31, 2025 06:01AM

Captive breeding programs released the 1,000th sparrow, a milestone for this endangered species.

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Ice-Free Arctic Day

Jan 31, 2025 06:01AM

The Arctic may experience its first ice-free summer day by 2027, accelerating global climate change impacts.

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Phasing Out Dry Cleaning Chemical

Jan 31, 2025 06:01AM

EPA mandates a phased ban of PCE, a toxic solvent, aiming to protect health and the environment.

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Starch-Based Plastic

Jan 31, 2025 06:01AM

Retarch offers eco-friendly, biodegradable plastic alternatives that reduce CO2 emissions and microplastic pollution.

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Dire State of Earth’s Ice and Snow

Dec 31, 2024 06:01AM ● By Kris Urquhart

A COP29 report warns of alarming ice loss worldwide, including Greenland shedding 30M tons per hour and disappearing glaciers in Europe. Experts call for urgent fossil fuel phase-out.

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Drones Reveal Lost Cities

Dec 31, 2024 06:01AM

New research reveals two ancient high-altitude cities in Uzbekistan, challenging assumptions about Silk Road trade routes avoiding Central Asia's mountains.

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Ambient Photonics creates solar cells powered by indoor light
Innovations in Photonics

Dec 31, 2024 06:01AM

Photonics innovations are reshaping technology: Ambient Photonics creates solar cells powered by indoor light, while Slux uses streetlights for high-speed internet communication.

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Smart Traffic Signals

Dec 31, 2024 06:01AM

Smart traffic lights reduce CO2 emissions by up to 40% and cut wait times by 95%, as shown in a 2023 study. Cities like Butler County, Ohio, are adopting this AI-powered technology.

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