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Excessive Screen Time Linked to Heart and Metabolic Risks

Thousands of Meditation Apps: 300M Downloads & Counting

Physicians Receiving More Complaints Linked to Industry Payments

Study Links Workplace Chemical Exposure to Autism Challenges

Kenya Eliminates Sleeping Sickness as Public Health Issue

The Importance of Eyelid Functionality in Eye Health

Rare Kidney Cancer Subtype's Immunotherapy Susceptibility Explained

Study Suggests Angle of View Impacts World Perception

Inter generational Link: Active School Commuting Boosts Kids

IsGlobal Launches HTGAnalyzer for Advanced Transcriptomic Data Analysis

Immigration Practices Impact Children's Mental Health

Eli Lilly's New Weight Loss Pill Shows Promising Results

China Reports Over 8,000 Cases of Chikungunya Virus

Vanderbilt Study: NIRAF Probe Enhances Parathyroid Gland Detection

Study Reveals Kidney Failure Risk Underestimated

Neuroblastoma: Understanding Aggressive Cancer Cells

New Zealand GPs Embrace AI Scribes: Study Findings

Alzheimer's Impact on Elderly Americans: Urgent Need for Research

Novel Computational Models for Accurate Cerebral Blood Flow Imaging

Mobile App Reduces Suicidal Behavior in High-Risk Inpatients

Study Reveals Best Surgery for Kidney Stones in Kids

Support for Those Affected by Suicide Attempts

UC Irvine Faculty Urges Food Is Medicine Movement to Course-Correct

Seoul National University Unveils Wearable Blood Pressure Monitor

Breakthrough Blood Test for Multiple Myeloma: SWIFT-seq Revolutionizes Diagnosis

Breakthrough Discovery: Children's Natural Immunity to Bacterial Infection

New Study Shows Hope for MacTel Vision Loss

Gender Differences in Disease Development: Asthma and Parkinson's vs. Alzheimer's

Global Obesity Epidemic: Doubling Rates Impact 1 Billion

Vaccines: Targeting Single Pathogens for Immunity

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Scientists Solve Mystery of Sea Star Deaths

Poor Prediction of Extreme Weather Events: Urgent Need for Improvements

Cells Disguise RNA with Sugars to Thwart Infections

"NASA's Stunning Mars Photo, Blue Pig Warning, Oldest Black Hole"

Great Barrier Reef Records Greatest Annual Coral Loss

Apollo 13 Commander Jim Lovell Dies at 97

New York's Battle Against City Rats

International Crew Descends from ISS on SpaceX Capsule

Wildfires' Ozone Threat: Health Risks Beyond Visible Pollutants

Summer's Most Dazzling Meteor Shower Peaks Soon

Earthlings Eyeing Mars Colonization: Nigerian Egusi Soup Key

Wildfire Impact on Landslide Risk: New Findings

Innovative Method Outperforms Conventional Techniques

Developing Responsible Quantum Technologies: Call for International Standards

Study Reveals: Gossip Boosts Happiness in Couples

Vision Foundation Model Depth Anything V2 Enhances Crop Segmentation

Preserving Art Through Time: Hippocrates' Enduring Wisdom

Lknet Enhances Precision Agriculture with Novel Convolutional Blocks

Novel Eco-Friendly Approach for Saline-Alkali Soil Remediation

Kyushu University Unveils Dual-Function Organic Molecule

Water Behavior in Atom-Scale Spaces: Surprising Findings

Impact of Consecutive Hurricanes on U.S. Coastlines

Researchers Develop Method to Observe Lysosomes in Live Cells

Airport Layout Attracts Hawks, Poses Safety Risk

Decline in Chesapeake Bay Seagrass: Mixed News

New Theory: Quantum Environment Controls Chemical Reactions

Researchers at SLAC's LCLS Achieve Breakthrough in Data Quality

"Discovery: South African Cycad's Ancient Biochemical Legacy"

Devastating Tsunami Threatens Coastal Communities

Researchers Investigate How Macrophages Combat Pathogens

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Self-adaptive electrolytes expand stability for fast charging and high-energy batteries

Developing High-Energy Batteries for Electric Vehicles

Instagram Users Warn of New Location Sharing Feature

As electric bills rise, evidence mounts that data centers share blame. States feel pressure to act

New Instagram location sharing feature sparks privacy fears

States Feel Pressure to Insulate Ratepayers from Big Tech Energy Costs

Pioneer spirit drives Swiss solar-powered plane altitude attempt

Swiss Pilot Raphael Domjan Sets Solar Aviation Record

App's Ratings Boost Chicago Drivers' Safety

How Uber steers its drivers toward better performance

Importance of a Stable Foundation for Building Safety

Towards better earthquake risk assessment with machine learning and geological survey data

Q&A: New physical model aims to boost energy storage research

Engineers Use Computational Tools for Energy Storage Breakthroughs

Overtaking the odds: Do passing zones make rural roads safer?

Are Passing Zones on Rural Roads Safe?

Ethical Questions: Consumer Devices and the Human Brain

Do neurotechnologies threaten our mental privacy?

Michigan Researchers Use X-Rays for Lightweight Alloys

First 3D look at strength-boosting 'twinning' behavior in lightweight magnesium alloy

Global Climate Mitigation Strategies Hindered by Mineral Shortages

Mineral shortages could limit the low-carbon transition

Small but mighty: A seed-inspired monocopter idea takes flight

New Monocopter by SUTD: Redefining Small Flying Robots

Exploring Humanoid Robots' Creative Potential

Robotic drummer gradually acquires human-like behaviors

California Supreme Court Revisits Rooftop Solar Regulations

California's rooftop solar rules in limbo after state Supreme Court ruling

Global Collaboration for Sustainable Energy Solutions

Scandium superhighway paves way for low-temperature hydrogen fuel cells

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Saturday, 12 October 2019

Seven stranded whales found dead in Indonesia

Seven pilot whales were found dead on an eastern Indonesian beach, an official said Saturday, after 17 were stranded in the remote area.

Stadia's negative latency talk: Gamers say wait and see

Google Stadia is a game streaming platform with a launch date in November. So it's only human that Google is talking about how special Stadia is for gaming as the countdown begins.

More evidence linking common bladder medication to a vision-threatening eye condition

A drug widely prescribed for a bladder condition for decades, now appears to be toxic to the retina, the light sensing tissue at the back of the eye that allows us to see. After an initial report last year that Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium) may be associated with retinal damage, three ophthalmologists conducted a review of patients at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California. They found that about one-quarter of patients with significant exposure to Elmiron showed definite signs of eye damage, and that this medication toxicity could masquerade as other known retinal conditions, such as age-related macular degeneration or pattern dystrophy. The research will be presented today at AAO 2019, the 123nd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Another reason to get cataract surgery: It can make you 48% safer on the road

The ability of cataract surgery to restore sight is well known. People say they're stunned by the vibrancy of color after surgery and the improvement in night vision. Some can even reduce their reliance on glasses. But can you quantify that improved quality of vision? To find out, researchers in Australia used a driving simulator to test patients' vision before and after cataract surgery. They found that near misses and crashes decreased by 48 percent after surgery. The researchers present their study today at AAO 2019, the 123rd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

More companies back away from Facebook's Libra coin

Facebook's digital currency alliance lost more companies on Friday amid heavy criticism from regulators around the world on the planned Libra global cryptocurrency.

Tens of thousands evacuated as California wildfires rage

Wind-driven wildfires forced the evacuation of about 100,000 people in southern California Friday and destroyed dozens of structures and homes as authorities warned it could take days to extinguish the flames.

Are California blackouts the new normal for the state?

Millions of people lost electricity this week in California as the state's utility giant PG&E sought to prevent catastrophic wildfires, leading many to question whether such power shutoffs will become the new normal.

High-stakes conflict threatens DR Congo gorillas

Aged almost 17 years, Bonane is an eastern lowland gorilla, a survivor in a critically endangered species reduced to about 250 members in DR Congo's Kahuzi-Biega National Park.

California to ban smoking on state parks, beaches

California will ban smoking on state parks and beaches starting next year under legislation signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

US regulators block Telegram from raising funds through cryptocurrency

US securities regulators won an emergency court order Friday to block the messaging application Telegram Group from raising funds by selling unregistered cryptocurrency to investors.

Heavy rain, winds lash Tokyo as powerful typhoon approaches

A heavy downpour and strong winds pounded Tokyo and surrounding areas on Saturday as a powerful typhoon forecast as the worst in six decades approached landfall, with streets and train stations deserted and shops shuttered.

Boeing splits CEO, chairman role amid MAX crisis

Boeing unveiled a shift to its leadership structure on Friday as it manages the 737 MAX crisis, announcing that Dennis Muilenburg will remain chief executive but step down as chairman.

GM workers struggle with daily expenses as long strike continues

Betty Johnson, who has worked on General Motors assembly lines in Michigan and Tennessee for more than 34 years, said she knew a strike by the United Auto Workers would mean personal sacrifice.

Antibody-based eye drops show promise for treating dry eye disease

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago are the first to identify the presence of a specific type of antibody, called anti-citrullinated protein autoantibodies, or ACPAs, in human tear fluid. They are also the first to demonstrate that patients with dry eye disease experienced reduced signs and symptoms of the condition in response to a new eye drop treatment —- made from pooled human antibodies—that targets ACPAs.

NASA sees Atlantic subtropical storm Melissa form off New England coast

Satellite data has confirmed the formation of Subtropical Storm Melissa. NASA's Terra Satellite provided a visible image the former Nor'easter turned subtropical storm off the coast of New England.

Hydrologic simulation models that inform policy decisions are difficult to interpret

Hydrologic models that simulate and predict water flow are used to estimate how natural systems respond to different scenarios such as changes in climate, land use, and soil management. The output from these models can inform policy and regulatory decisions regarding water and land management practices.

Food-insecure Canadian households may have trouble affording prescription medication

Food insecurity is linked to higher disease rates but not much is known about the reasons for this. A new study of more than 10,000 Canadian households shows that this connection may be at least partially attributed to lack of access to prescription medication.

Researchers identify brain protein that promotes maintenance of chronic pain

A protein called RGS4 (Regulator of G protein signaling 4) plays a prominent role in the maintenance of long-term pain states and may serve as a promising new target for the treatment of chronic pain conditions, according to research conducted at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and published in print October 16, in The Journal of Neuroscience.

Black holes stunt growth of dwarf galaxies

Astronomers at the University of California, Riverside, have discovered that powerful winds driven by supermassive black holes in the centers of dwarf galaxies have a significant impact on the evolution of these galaxies by suppressing star formation.

National focus on overdose prevention should include alcohol too, study suggests

For several years, the national spotlight has shone on the need to prevent and rapidly treat opioid overdoses. But a new study suggests a need for more focus on the risk of alcohol overdoses among people who use opioids of all kinds, as well as cocaine, marijuana and certain prescription drugs.

How preprocessing methods affect the conversion efficiency of biomass energy production

Research on energy production from biomass usually focuses on the amount of energy generated. But it is also important to consider how much energy goes into the process, a component that is often neglected, says Tony Grift, professor of Agricultural and Biological Engineering in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences and the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois.

Contextual engineering improves success of projects in non-industrial societies

Humanitarian engineering projects often focus on bringing western technologies to non-industrialized societies. But environmental and cultural factors in these locations may be very different from conditions in the West, and the projects may not meet client needs if engineers do not fully understand the context in which they are operating.