Thousands of People Worldwide Sign up for COVID-19 Human Challenge Trials

Medicine & Technology Oct 12, 2020

Human challenge trials have been a part of developing cures for many diseases over the last century. A UK-based campaign called 1 Day Sooner are asking young people around the world to join the first coronavirus human challenge trials.

Covid-19 is Linked to Various Neurological Conditions and Possible Brain Damage

Oct 12, 2020

During the beginning of the pandemic, small-scale studies were conducted linking neurological illnesses and coronavirus. More recently, a larger study confirmed that a high percentage of coronavirus patients have a neurological symptom or may suffer from brain damage.

Coronavirus Pandemic is "Basically Non-Existent" in China

Oct 11, 2020

Despite worldwide criticism of coronavirus starting in Wuhan, China, experts around the world commend the country's efforts in containing the virus. With China fully reopened again, it is as if the pandemic is "basically non-existent."

China Commits to Producing 600 Million Vaccine Doses by the End of 2020

Oct 10, 2020

China joins COVAX and commits to providing several developing countries with millions of vaccine doses. The four leading vaccine candidates from China are for the global public good.

Thousands of Minks Infected With Coronavirus in Utah & Wisconsin

Oct 10, 2020

The first mink farms devastated by coronavirus were reported in the Netherlands. However, months later, the disease has affected mink farms in the U.S.

Student Mental Health Priority for Welsh Government Due to Coronavirus

Oct 10, 2020

Some experts have said mental health issues have been one of the more "invisible" symptoms of coronavirus. The Welsh government made several adjustments to the growing issues of mental health issues among children and young people.

Burial Site Filled With Glass, Silver, and Gold Dates Back to Ancient Kingdom

Oct 09, 2020

Archaeologist Arnold Muhl clarifies some of the misconceptions of the recently discovered burial site of Germanic aristocrats. The remains may give insight to the Thuringian Kingdom and the migration of Germanic tribes.

New Study Reveals Rare Relationship of Fig Trees and Pollinator Wasps

Oct 09, 2020

Banyan trees, commonly known as fig trees, play an essential role in tropical forests and numerous animal species. A new study reveals unique factors affecting the pollination of the species and its relationship with wasps.

University of California Reveals Significant Impact of Food Systems on Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Oct 09, 2020

Food systems contribute nearly one-third of greenhouse gas emissions, yet aren't accounted for in climate change mitigation policies. The University of California has included changing food systems across all campuses as part of its Carbon Neutrality Initiative.

Excessive Fructose Stimulates Behavior Leading to Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, and Depression

Oct 09, 2020

High fructose intake contributes to obesity, diabetes, and behavioral disorders. A recent study associates excessive fructose intake resulting in aggression, ADHD, and bipolar disorder.

Ants Display Advanced Cognitive Abilities With Foraging Food Using Tools

Oct 08, 2020

Using tools to gather food was thought to be a unique ability to humans than other mammals such as chimpanzees. A new study reveals how black imported fire ants use grains of sand as a tool to forage liquid food.

What is Greenwashing?

Oct 08, 2020

The plastic waste problem has been a global issue that harms the environment and contributes to climate change. Several experts share that companies burning plastic fuel to its original fossil form are a new type of greenwashing

A New Species of the Ancient Sea Monster, Mosasaur, Was Discovered in Morcocco

Oct 08, 2020

A new species of mosasaurs, an ancient marine reptile, was discovered on one of Mocorro's phosphate mines. Fossil evidence revealed unique physiological features explaining its predatory behavior.

Can Herd Immunity Put an End to Coronavirus?

Oct 08, 2020

Thousands of experts and citizens around the world have signed the Great Barrington Declaration to go against lockdown measures. However, other experts believe that herd immunity is not the best answer in beating the pandemic as millions are affected and have already lost their lives to the virus.

Ancient Rubisco Protein Plays an Essential Role in Carbon Fixation Billion of Years Ago

Oct 08, 2020

Understanding the evolution of life means studying the behavior of the smallest molecules such as ancient enzymes. An old form of the enzyme rubisco gives insight on carbon fixation and photosynthesis billions of years ago before the Great Oxygenation Event.