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Scientists have developed a new kind of tiny motor — which they term a “microrocket” — that can propel itself through acidic environments, such as the human stomach, without any external energy source, opening the way to a variety of medical and industrial applications. Their report in the Journal of the American ... keep reading
Written by Celsias this month, about Design, Health, Innovation
There’s no reason why facing up to the challenge of climate change should not result in wide benefits to human society, including economic benefits. That’s the argument of the multiple authors of Reframing the Problem of Climate Change: From Zero Sum Game to Win-Win Solutions. The book is ... keep reading
Written by Bryan Walker this month, about Children and Families, Clean Technologies, Climate Change, Design, Earth, Soil, & Landscape, Economics, Forestry, Innovation, Renewals
Established in 2008, Litefoot is a registered charitable trust that seeks to inspire New Zealanders to become environmental champions. Fronted by seven of New Zealand’s top athletes, Litefoot seeks to inspire Kiwis by example, to make simple lifestyle changes to reduce their environmental impact, ensuring that future generations are ... keep reading
Written by Celsias this month, about Action, Protest, & Activism, awards, Charity, Climate Change, Corporate Social Responsibility, Design, Emissions, Innovation, Sustainability
Airports across the world have created a myriad of innovative ways to keep their passengers entertained, from airport spray tanning in London to an airport wedding service in Amsterdam. Now Taiwan’s international airport has put a high-tech twist on airport reading — with the world’s first airport library for ... keep reading
Written by Celsias this month, about Children and Families, Commuting, Education, Infrastructure, Innovation, Lifestyle & Behavior, Technology, Tourism, Travel
Last year we saw both people and dogs loaned out by libraries, but it would seem there’s still plenty that can still be done with books as well. Aiming to introduce more fun into library loaning, The National and University Library of Slovenia recently ran a program offering mystery ... keep reading
Written by Celsias last month, about Art & Culture, Children and Families, Design, Education, Innovation
Fast before surgery. That's a common recommendation doctors give patients to ensure a safe procedure. Now a new study in mice suggests that the advice may have benefits beyond the operation itself: Extensive presurgical fasting appears to protect organs from postsurgical damage. Although preliminary, the finding builds on evidence ... keep reading
Written by Science Now last month, about Food, Health, Innovation
In October, Denmark implemented the world’s first tax that directly targets saturated fat in foods. Saturated fat, according to the World Health Organization, raises low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels which can increase the risk of cardio vascular disease. Saturated fat is found in foods from animal sources, such as ... keep reading
Written by Marissa Dwyer/Nourishing the Planet last month, about Advertising and regulatory advice, Agriculture & Food, Children and Families, Health, Innovation
Startup Weekend is happening in Christchurch this year 24-26 February at the Westpac Business Hub What is it ? It's an intense 54 hour event which focuses on building a web or mobile application which could form the basis of a credible business over the course of a weekend. The ... keep reading
Written by celsias last month, about Design, Economics, Events, Industry & Business, Innovation, Intellectual Property
LanzaTech, a producer of low-carbon fuels and chemicals from waste gases, has closed its Series C round with new investment totaling US $55.8 million led by the Malaysian Life Sciences Capital Fund. New investors include PETRONAS Technology Ventures Sdn Bhd, the venture arm of PETRONAS, the national oil company ... keep reading
Written by Celsias last month, about Clean Tech, Design, Finance & Money, Fuel, Industry & Business, Innovation
Potato exporting is not something we hear alot about. And yet at present the potato industry is worth in excess of $500 million to the New Zealand economy , and was responsible for exports with a value of more than $100 million last year. And is in the process of trying ... keep reading
Written by Celsias last month, about Earth, Soil, & Landscape, Farming, Food, Industry & Business, Innovation, Soil, Sustainability
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