Sleep Quality Affects Weight, Hormones & Our Appetite

Medicine & Technology Sep 15, 2020

Scientists link weight gain to poor sleep quality in a new study where people used trackers for up to two years. The study adds more evidence of the health risks associated with poor sleep quality.

Tech Giants Announce Carbon-Free Energy Plans for 2030

Sep 15, 2020

Google, Facebook, and Microsoft are just a few of the tech giants that have plants to run on carbon-free technologies by 2030. Google made new commitments following the recent wildfires in the West Coast.

Magnetotactic Bacteria May Explain Unique Behaviors in Some Animals

Sep 15, 2020

Researchers take a look at the presence of magnetotactic bacteria in several animal species which may explain a 'sixth sense.' The unique bacteria are found in animals like whales, sea turtles, and migratory birds.

Phosphine in Atmosphere of Venus Sparks Debate on Signs of Life

Sep 15, 2020

Discovering phosphine gas in Venus and claiming that it may be a a sign of life has been a controversial debate among experts. They have yet to determine the unexplained chemical formation of the gas.

Satellite Imaging Reveals Severe Damage in Two Antarctic Glaciers

Sep 14, 2020

International researchers have collaborated to analyze the severe damage of ice shelves in Antarctica. If the two major glaciers collapse and melt, it will affect sea rise levels globally.

The Still Face Test Determines the Mental Health of Both Mothers & Newborns

Sep 14, 2020

As part of a larger study, German scientists discover a connection between the mood of mothers and their newborn babies. The results of their study show how sensitive the stress level of babies is to the mood disorders of mothers during the early stages of growth.

Low Genetic Diversity Is 'Cry for Help' to Conserve California Cougars

Sep 12, 2020

Biologists from the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area discovered cougars with physical distortions due to low genetic diversity in the region. Conservationalists and organizations have started a campaign to protect the wildlife species.

Hurricane Laura Leaves Behind Swarms of Moquitoes in Louisiana

Sep 12, 2020

Cattle, deer, and horse deaths have been reported all over Louisiana after being killed by mosquitoes. Large swarms were left behind after Hurricane Laura.

Valvena is Developing a Lyme Disease Vaccine

Sep 11, 2020

Thousands of Americans and Europeans develop Lyme disease every year. Biotech company Valneva has been developing what may be the world's first vaccine, VLA15, against Lyme disease.

Join Aurora Hunters and Watch the Northern Lights from Arctic Countries

Sep 11, 2020

The Aurora Hunters and other organizations will be sharing their journey in witnessing the Northern Lights in Nordic nations. The aurora borealis is symbolic not only for travelers and scientists but even for Icelandic superstitions.

New Jersey Health Authorities Report Soft Ticks In Bats

Sep 11, 2020

Researchers confirm the first case of tick species associated with bats in New Jersey. This raises concern over the diseases the parasite is potentially carrying as it can bite humans too.

First Case of African Swine Flu From Wild Boar Confirmed in Germany

Sep 11, 2020

German authorities confirm the first case of African swine flu in a wild boar. The reported case is a potential threat to Europe's largest hog exporter.

Bee Tongue Sizes and Cultivated Habitats: What Could Ecology Do to Protect Bee Populations?

Sep 11, 2020

A research team from Germany analyzed which bee populations thrive from faba bean cultivation while other species benefit from semi-natural habitats.

Sneak Peek at Lucid Motors New Electric Car

Sep 11, 2020

Lucid Motors, a new electric company, will be releasing the Lucid Air series by next year. It has a range of advanced internal features including Ethernet-based communication and safety monitoring.

Human Perspective & Behavior Need to Change to Preserve Nature, Experts Say

Sep 10, 2020

International experts collaborate on research revealing the 'catastrophic decline' of wildlife populations. Human activities, perspectives, and behavior need drastic changes to conserve nature.