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Hemp Shows Promise as Mosquito Insecticide

As part of the race to combat global insecticide resistance, new research shows that CBD is extremely effective at killing mosquito larvae.
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Flexible Circuits Made With Silk and Graphene on the Horizon

Researchers have achieved a uniform two-dimensional layer of silk protein fragments, or “fibroins,” on graphene, bringing flexible circuits one step closer.
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Consuming Ultra-Processed Foods Increases Diabetes Risk

Researchers investigated the relationship between the degree of food processing and type 2 diabetes risk, including which kinds of ultra-processed foods were most high risk.
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Slow-Moving Landslides Are a Growing Threat to Mountain Communities, Say Researchers

As urban centers in mountainous regions grow, more people are driven to build on steeper slopes prone to slow-moving landslides,
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Blackcurrant Supplements Appear To Minimize Postmenopausal Bone Loss

Researchers found that blackcurrant supplements helped prevent bone density loss in peri- and post-menopausal women. In a six-month trial, those taking two capsules daily showed increased bone density.
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Fruit Flies Navigate Different Environments in Different Ways

Researchers discovered that desert and urban fruit flies employ distinct navigation strategies due to their environments. Desert flies fixate on objects for stability, while urban flies prioritize background stability.
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Analyzing Sewage Improves Epidemic Monitoring

A new method analyzes wastewater to identify sources of harmful bacteria and antimicrobial resistance. The study enhances understanding of urban health risks and supports public health efforts to prevent disease outbreaks.
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An OLED for Compact, Lightweight Night Vision

A new type of organic light emitting diode could replace bulky night vision goggles with lightweight glasses, making them cheaper and more practical for prolonged use.
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Freshwater Oysters Key to Developing Stronger, “Greener” Adhesives

Freshwater oysters produce an adhesive that may hold the secret to developing more environmentally friendly glues with applications from dental care to construction and shipping.
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Using Sunlight to Turn Two Greenhouse Gases Into Valuable Chemicals

A team has created a chemical process that uses sunlight to transform methane and carbon dioxide into green methanol and carbon monoxide. This innovative method operates at room temperature, mimicking photosynthesis.
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