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“Bright Idea” Salvages Rare-Earth Phosphors From Recycled Lightbulbs
Researchers have found a simpler way to collect slightly magnetic particles that contain rare-earth metals from spent fluorescent bulbs.
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Cheesemaking Byproduct Turns Electronic Waste Into Gold
ETH Zurich researchers have recovered the precious metal from electronic waste. Their highly sustainable new method is based on a protein fibril sponge, which the scientists derive from whey, a food industry byproduct.
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Plant Fiber Supplement Improved Memory in Older Adults in 12 Weeks
The study showed that this simple and cheap addition to diet can improve performance in memory tests associated with early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
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How Does the Body Respond to Seven Days Without Food?
New findings reveal that the body undergoes significant, systematic changes across multiple organs during prolonged periods of fasting. The results demonstrate evidence of health benefits beyond weight loss.
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Lettuce More Susceptible to E. coli Than Kale and Other Brassicas
After exposing the vegetables to the bacteria and various temperatures, the researchers from the University of Illinois observed that lettuce was the most vulnerable to E. coli at room temperature.
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Scientists Create World’s First Shape-Shifting, Property-Changing Metamaterial
An encodable multifunctional material that can dynamically tune its shape and mechanical properties in real-time has been developed that could revolutionize soft machines.
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California's Indigenous Communities Bear Brunt of Wildfire Smoke Exposure
Using a new method to study wildfire-related particulate matter and air quality, researchers propose a way to study the long-term health effects of what are often considered short-term hazards.
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A Better Way To Recycle Tough Reinforced Plastics
Glass fiber-reinforced plastic, a strong, durable and widely-used composite material, is difficult to dispose of. A new method could help upcycle it.
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Deforestation Linked to Malaria Deaths
New research suggests forests can provide natural protection against disease transmission, particularly for the most vulnerable children.
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Brown Bears Caught Digging Up Artificial Forests in Japan
Brown bears foraging for food in Japan have been disrupting tree growth in artificial conifer forests, by damaging tree roots and altering the nitrogen content of the soil.
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