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Milky Way now hidden from one-third of humanity

A new global atlas reveals that the Milky Way is only visible from 33% of the world's population, with 80% of Americans experiencing light-polluted nights. This widespread issue affects not only human connections to nature but also confuses wildlife and exposes them to fatal consequences.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalScience Advances·DateJun 10, 2016
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Lasting T cell memories

A recent study published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine found that humans can build up memory T cell numbers over time without sacrificing old ones, unlike previous studies on mice that suggested space limitations. The discovery has significant implications for understanding human immune responses and potential treatments.

SourceRockefeller University Press·JournalJournal of Experimental Medicine·DateMar 5, 2012

First evidence that blueberry juice improves memory in older adults

A study published in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that blueberry juice supplementation improved learning and memory tests in volunteers aged 70-72. The researchers suggested that consistent blueberry consumption may offer an approach to mitigate neurodegeneration.

SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalJournal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry·DateJan 20, 2010

Gregory Stephanopoulos winner of 2009 Amgen Biochemical Engineering Award

Professor Gregory Stephanopoulos has been awarded the 2009 Amgen Biochemical Engineering Award for his outstanding contributions to metabolic engineering. He has made significant contributions to the field of biochemical engineering, including the development of microbial cells for the production of fuels and chemicals.

SourceEngineering Conferences International·DateJun 29, 2009
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Power of suggestion may help dieters avoid specific foods

Researcher Elizabeth Loftus found that people can be led to believe they got sick as children from specific unhealthy foods, resulting in reduced appeal as adults. Participants showed a similar tendency to avoid the food after believing they had a negative experience.

SourceUniversity of California - Irvine·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 1, 2005

Transplantation tolerance: Of mice and men

A recent study by Christian Larsen and colleagues reveals that a specific threshold of memory cells is necessary to promote rejection, while CD8+ central memory cells mediate rejection. The authors suggest testing for potential cellular sensitization against donors prior to tolerance protocols to increase human transplantation success.

SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateJun 16, 2003