Until now, the researchers have found the use of natural reactions taking place in the soil-based microorganisms. However, the team of researchers from the University of Bath hasbeen successful in seizing and using energy madefrom the biological reactions taking placewithin the soil-based microorganisms. The team made use of cost effective and easy-to-usesoil microbial fuel cellsor SMFCsthat will helps purify waterfuelby powering an electrochemical reactor. The foolproof design was verifiedin
Both intensity and duration of smoking have long-durationeffects on the peril for three main atherosclerotic diseases: peripheral artery disease(PAD), coronary heart disease(CHD), and stroke, according to a new study. The research was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.Ning Dingfrom the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine(JHUSOM), Baltimorealong with colleagues analyzed data from 13,355 participants (aged from 45 to 64 Years) in the Atherosclerosis Risk In C
Scientists at the Medical Research Councils(MRC) Laboratory of Molecular Biology(LMB) have found the atomic structures of the atypical tau filaments to have a connection withchronic traumatic encephalopathy(CTE),which is a head injury-relatedto neurodegenerative disease. They also discovered that filamentsvary in structure compared to those observed in Alzheimers disease.The study issued in the journal Nature showed thatthe tau filament can lead to advanced diagnosis of the disease, which is m
Reportedly, increasing medicines for blood pressure at the time of discharging older patients from the hospital mighthave greater perils of fainting, falls, and acute kidney injury that overshadows the potential benefits, as per to a study. The research was conducted by scientistsfromthe University of California, San Francisco(UCSF) and the affiliated San Francisco VA Medical Center(SFVAMC). Amongst over 4,000 VA patients who were 65 Years old and admitted for non-cardiac conditions, the scien
Recently, a team of researchers from The Royal Melbourne Hospital has created aminiature device that is almost the size of a tiny paperclip to aid upper limb paralysis sufferers to email, text, or even shop online. The device has currently completed its first human trial with flying colors. The new technology has been named Stentrode(tm) and this device has already been implanted in two patients suffering from severe paralysis due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which is also referred
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a joint statement that the U.S. health officials have been examining 215 vaping-associated severe lung disease cases across 25 states.Through this investigation, the agencies could acquire more information to help them in understanding if the specific compounds in vaping products are the cause of reported illnesses. So far, none of the cases is evidently linked to any specific vaping produc
West Virginia University scientists are now working toward making railways safer by producing a Band-Aid-like shielding jacket for tank cars that tacklerisky materials. The latest composite material with superior puncture and fire resistance qualities helps prevent spills and leaks caused by accidents. This new protective coating will help protect surrounding communities, the environment, and emergency responders. The researchers developed the new protective jacket using glass and polymer that
Children with autism can become aggressive and unmanageable, usually without giving any indicationsto their closest ones. Such mood swings can be difficult for their family members and guardians to handle. The changing mental state of an autistic child can be mitigated and outbursts can be controlled if a bit of indication regarding his/her mental state is available.Affectivaa Cambridge-based firmlaunched the Q-Sensor wrist-worn device that has been used by scientists at the University of Miss
Since the severity of high blood pressure surges, the peril of stroke rises by two times quickly in women in comparison with men, as per to a new study. The study raises the question whether sex-specific guidelines might be required for monitoring high blood pressure. The high blood pressure is the most normal modifiable risk peril for stroke, which is the third major cause of death for women and the fifth majorreason for men.For people below 60 Years, high blood pressure is less widespread in
Apple has signed a multi-billion dollar agreement with the international leading 5G chips producer Qualcomm for integrating 5G support in Apples three flagship iPhones that will be launching in the next few years. Thus, Apples localchip manufacturers have been striving towarddeveloping efficient 5G cellular modems for iPhones. According to a media report, Apple has set agoal to introduce its very own 5G modem chips within the next 3 Years. Despite the giant smartphone manufacturer gathering su
