The ‘Doomsday Vault’ in Switzerland: Safeguarding Microbes for the Future A team of scientists in Switzerland is collecting and deep-freezing human poop in what they call a “Doomsday Vault” to protect essential microbes for the next 100 years. This groundbreaking initiative aims to secure the diversity of gut bacteria that are crucial for human health […]
Microplastics from food packaging, tableware could pose threat to gut, trigger diabetes
Biodegradable Plastics: Are They Truly the Solution to Plastic Pollution? Biodegradable plastics have been hailed as an eco-friendly alternative to solve the global plastic pollution crisis. These materials are designed to break down more quickly than traditional plastics, reducing their impact on the environment. However, recent studies have raised concerns about the potential health risks […]
US study finds nanoplastics absorb heavy metal ions, could lead to severe health issues
Nanoplastics: The Invisible Threat Lurking in Our Environment Researchers have recently uncovered a concerning revelation that could have far-reaching implications for human health and the environment. A US study has found that nanoplastics, tiny particles of plastic less than 100 nanometers in size, have the ability to absorb heavy metal ions. This discovery not only […]
New method for detecting nanoplastics in body fluids
New Method for Detecting Nanoplastics in Body Fluids Nanoplastics, tiny pieces of plastic less than 100 nanometers in size, have become a growing concern due to their potential impact on human health and the environment. With the increasing use of plastics in various industries, nanoplastics are now found in abundance in our surroundings, including in […]
200 miles up: First-ever human hand X-ray in space marks a major medical milestoneÂ
A new chapter in X-ray history has been written over hundreds of miles above our planet. The recent milestone achievement of conducting the first-ever human hand X-ray in space has opened up a realm of possibilities for medical diagnostics and research beyond Earth’s boundaries. This groundbreaking feat, carried out aboard the International Space Station (ISS), […]