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Watermeal and Space Nutrition

October 9, 2023

Researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand are exploring the remarkable potential of watermeal, the world’s smallest flowering plant, as a source of nutrition and oxygen for astronauts. Conducted at the European Space Agency’s (ESA) ESTEC technical centre in the Netherlands, ..

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Miura-1 Rocket: Europe’s First Private Rocket Launch

October 9, 2023

Spanish aerospace company PLD Space has achieved a significant milestone by successfully launching its recoverable Miura-1 rocket. This achievement marks Europe’s first fully private rocket launch and offers a glimmer of hope for Europe’s space ambitions. The Miura-1 rocket, named ..

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NASA to Launch Psyche Mission

October 9, 2023

NASA is gearing up for an ambitious mission called Psyche, where a high-tech spacecraft will embark on a 2.2 billion mile journey to explore an asteroid known as 16 Psyche. This mission, scheduled for launch on October 12, holds immense ..

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Study Suggests HDL Cholesterol Levels May Impact Dementia Risk in Older Adults

October 6, 2023

A recent study published in Neurology has raised questions about the relationship between high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels and the risk of dementia in older adults. The research suggests that both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol may be ..

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Study Reveals Global Impact of Metal Mining Contamination on Floodplains

October 5, 2023

A study recently published in the journal Science estimates that approximately 23 million people worldwide live on floodplains contaminated by toxic waste from metal mining activity. The research utilized a global database of 185,000 metal mines and assessed the contamination’s ..

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NASA’s Perseverance Rover Captures Dust Devil on Mars

October 5, 2023

NASA’s Perseverance rover captured a fascinating sight on Mars—an image of a dust devil swirling across the planet’s Jezero Crater. This event, recorded on August 30, 2023, during the rover’s 899th Martian day, provides valuable insights into Martian weather patterns ..

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Discovery of Jupiter-Mass Binary Objects in Orion Nebula

October 5, 2023

Dozens of planet-sized objects have been discovered in the Orion Nebula through observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope, raising questions about the formation of these entities. These objects, termed “Jupiter-mass binary objects” or “Jumbos,” do not fit the ..

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Bird Migration Patterns in the Himalayas Linked to Diet and Habitat Availability

October 4, 2023

A recent study, published in the journal Global Ecology and Biogeography, has examined the seasonal elevational shifts of 302 Himalayan bird species, revealing that the majority of these birds migrate downslope during the winter. However, a small proportion of species ..

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Study Finds High Levels of Cancer-Causing Heavy Metals in Odisha Wetlands

October 4, 2023

While the water from these wetlands is not directly used for human consumption, people in surrounding communities can indirectly consume heavy metals by consuming various foods from these wetlands, such as fish, rice, vegetables, and spinach. This indirect exposure can ..

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Diabetes Global Industry Overview 2023

October 4, 2023

A new report titled “Diabetes Global Industry Overview 2023” sheds light on the staggering impact of diabetes on global health and healthcare expenditure. With nearly seven million deaths attributed to diabetes in 2021 and healthcare costs reaching $970 billion that ..

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