TECH & INNOVATION

A Mexican Company is Finding Ways to Use Native Cacti for Biofuel

TECH & INNOVATION 03.30.2019 14:12 PM

One company in Mexico is finding new ways to create biofuel. With the entire known world putting forth a valiant effort to help preserve the planet, Mexico is now joining the crusade and making an enormous difference by way of native Cacti.

Earth Is Fighting Back Against Plastic Waste

03.30.2019 14:10 PM

Plastic-eating bacteria has been discovered in the Philippines. The Philippines has a plastic problem. Apart from being named one of the top five countries that contribute to half of the world's plastic pollution, a study reveals that the Philippines wastes over six million kilograms of plastic each day.

Apple cancels AirPower wireless charger

03.30.2019 09:34 AM

Apple has canceled its AirPower wireless charger, citing difficulty in achieving the company’s “high standards” for the product

Quantum Laser Beams Used as Optical Tweezers to Handle Nanoparticles

03.30.2019 09:29 AM

Researchers are using quantum physics to cool nanoparticles. When a particle is completely isolated from its environment, the laws of quantum physics start to play a crucial role.

Apple opens a beta test for its new TV app and subscriptions

03.29.2019 09:57 AM

It includes channels and the personalized "For You" section. Apple helped to launch the personal computer revolution in the 1980s with its Mac PCs, and revolutionized the music industry in the 2000s with the iPod and iTunes.

Scientists discover potential sustainable energy technology for the household refrigerator

03.29.2019 08:44 AM

Advance could reduce both annual energy consumption and cost. While many advancements have been in improving its efficiency, the refrigerator still consumes considerable amounts of energy each year.

Breast Implant of the Future: Mattisse 3D Printed Breast Implant

03.29.2019 08:24 AM

Many women who go for breast implants develop a condition called breast implant illness. One patient complained that such sufferers are mocked and ignored at a time when most are struggling to look after their kids or undergoing financial stress. Now an altogether new mode of breast implants is being planned to create an alternative to this. In fact, a public hearing was hosted by the FDA recently to find a solution to this problem.

Thirst: How the Body Regulates It

03.28.2019 10:32 AM

A study shows that the stomach may have cells determining our level of thirst. Ever notice how an ice-cold glass of water can be the most delicious and refreshing option at times, while other times it feels as if your body is just saying no? A new study conducted in mice suggests that a mysterious element in the stomach may play a role by predicting how much you need to drink to satisfy the body.

Spotify is testing a cheaper Premium subscription for two people

03.28.2019 10:31 AM

It may convince you to stop sharing your password Spotify is testing a discounted subscription for two in the hopes of curbing password sharing. Premium Duo gives you and a person you live with individual Premium accounts for €12.

Echolocation: Tapping into Our Animalistic Senses

03.28.2019 10:30 AM

Can humans use hidden senses such as echolocation? Everyone knows that bats are blind. Most of us are familiar with the echolocation sense in which bats use to navigate through their surroundings and locate food.

New Male Birth Control Has Passed Human Safety Tests

03.28.2019 09:13 AM

Will men finally have the much needed aid in planned pregnancies? Male birth control could be the wave of the future when it comes to planned parenthood.

Should Technology Be Used to Extend the Human Lifespan?

03.28.2019 08:49 AM

Technology may be able to ‘hack’ human mortality. In light of rapid gains in gene editing, nanotechnology, and robotics, some futurists expect this generation's biohackers to double their life spans.

Artificial intelligence identifies key patterns from video footage of infant movements

03.28.2019 08:27 AM

Subtle characteristics in the spontaneous movement of very young babies may reveal clinically important aspects of their neurodevelopment. Visual assessment of typical movement patterns (General movements, GM) by a clinical expert is known to be effective in early identification of e.g. cerebral palsy (CP).

Trump Administration Demands NASA to Return to the Moon by 2024 or Else

03.27.2019 10:55 AM

Lofty Presidential goals fall on the shoulders of NASA The Trump Administration, via a press conference held by Vice President Mike Pence, has given NASA an ultimatum; either put American astronauts on the Moon by 2024 or be replaced by private industry.

Apple enters the credit card industry

03.27.2019 07:53 AM

Apple is hoping a credit card will entice more iPhone owners to use Apple Pay Apple is rolling out a credit card with claims that it is designed to do things no other credit card can.

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