Scientists Warn of “Time-Traveling” Pathogens Released from Melting Ice
A new study published in the journal PLOS Computational Biology suggests that 1% of simulated releases of just one dormant pathogen could cause major environmental damage and the widespread loss…
Illicit Drug Ketamine Offers Hope for Difficult-to-Treat Depression
A recent Australasian study suggests that ketamine, commonly known as a recreational drug and anesthetic, could be beneficial for people with difficult-to-treat depression. The study involved administering ketamine injections to…
The Impact of Duplicate Submission: Protecting Your Academic and Professional Reputation
Introduction Imagine investing hours of your time and effort into a research paper or project, only to unknowingly face severe consequences for duplicating your work. The practice of duplicate submission,…
THMA: The Robot That Could Help Us Beat Heatstroke
A new robot is being developed to study the effects of heatstroke on the human body. The robot, called the Thermal Mannequin for Humanitarian Applications (THMA), is designed to withstand…
New Studies Raise Concerns over the Potential Ecological Impacts of Deep-Sea Mining
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is considering whether to allow commercial mining of the deep-sea floor for minerals and metals like cobalt and nickel. Proponents argue that it could meet…