Chemical structure's carbon capture ability doubled by new research
Oregon State University scientists have found a way to more than double the uptake ability of a chemical structure that can be used for scrubbing carbon dioxide from factory flues.
New study sheds light on when to stand out or fit in
When it comes to job interviews, conventional wisdom often suggests that standing out is key to securing a position—seemingly at odds with the general human tendency to conform. A new study by SFI Complexity ...
Dual use of vapes and cigarettes hinders smoking cessation
People who use both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit compared to people who only smoke or only vape, according to a study published today (Wednesday) in ERJ Open Research.
There’s no gift like health for the holidays
You can’t literally gift-wrap health, much less stuff it in a stocking. But a gift that helps someone eat, sleep or exercise better can send a powerful message, said Dr Laurence Sperling, the Katz Professor in Preventive Cardiology at Emory...
Students encouraged to help protect the environment
The Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation’s inaugural EcoChampions School Tour aims to encourage students across the island to play their part in protecting the environment. This was emphasised by Director of Corporate Communications and...
Food safety experts issue warning to anyone cooking turkey for Christmas dinner
It's important to make sure you defrost and cook your turkey properly to 'avoid the unwanted gift of food poisoning' over the festive season
Brave Scots schoolgirl who survived leukaemia inspires incredible poem about courage
Fearne Stewart, from Blantyre, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia - a cancer of the white blood cells - in April 2023.
Ocean density identified as a key driver of carbon capture by marine plankton
New findings, published in Royal Society Open Science, have revealed that changes in ocean density have a significant impact on the rate at which marine plankton incorporate carbon into their shells. ...
Low-calorie breakfast food Beyonce has 'eaten for years' to keep figure slim
The singer is supposedly very strict in her menu choice each morning and has rarely strayed from this dish
Scientists create chameleon-like invisibility material that doesn't use electricity
In nature, chameleons and octopuses are the ultimate masters of active camouflage, capable of altering their appearance to evade predators. Replicating this feat with man-made materials, however,...
Seven common health conditions pharmacists can treat without you needing a GP visit
Thanks to an NHS, pharmacies are able to treat seven common health conditions without patients needing to go and see a GP
NHS GP says simple diet swaps can combat high cholesterol before drugs needed
Cholesterol is known as 'the silent killer' because it has no symptoms, but can lead to heart attacks and stroke - but most people with it are totally unaware
Scots baby bravely fighting cancer that 'spread so quickly'
Little Conan McCormick's mum Ellie said: "We just wish we could take it away from him and it was one of us instead."
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