"Sniffing out" fruity thiols in hoppy beers
Hoppy beers such as pale ales are becoming increasingly popular. One reason is their pleasant fruity aroma that partially stems from compounds called thiols. Brewers have been looking for an accurate way to track thiols in beer, but current methods t.....»»
Toward a disease-sniffing device that rivals a dog"s nose
Numerous studies have shown that trained dogs can detect many kinds of disease—including lung, breast, ovarian, bladder, and prostate cancers, and possibly COVID-19—simply through smell. In some cases, involving prostate cancer for example, the d.....»»
Are COVID-sniffing dogs the new tool in helping detect the virus?
Pandemic protocols and procedures are rapidly evolving as we learn more about getting the spread of COVID-19 under control. One new tool to help us track those infected with COVID-19 may be COVID-sniffing dogs. Dr. David Dorman, professor of toxicolo.....»»
Miami Heat opens doors to fans thanks to COVID-sniffing dogs
Miami Heat fans were able to watch a basketball game in person for the first time since the pandemic shut down the NBA last March—in part thanks to dogs trained to detect COVID infections......»»
Craft brewers now have a new tool for sniffing out trace flavor compounds
Thiols impart a pleasant fruity aroma, but they can be difficult to track and measure. Enlarge / In dry hopping, hops are added during or after the fermentation stage of the brewing process. (credit: Natasha Breen/Getty Images) Craft-beer afic.....»»
"Sniffing out" fruity thiols in hoppy beers
Hoppy beers such as pale ales are becoming increasingly popular. One reason is their pleasant fruity aroma that partially stems from compounds called thiols. Brewers have been looking for an accurate way to track thiols in beer, but current methods t.....»»
Fruity energy, spidery lenses: Nature-inspired solutions in 2020
Climate change and biodiversity loss are laying bare our dependence on the natural world for everything from the food we eat to the air we breathe......»»
10 Best Foosball Tables for 2020
There’s nothing like an exhilarating game of foosball after a tiring day at work or after a couple of beers with friends. The fast pace of the game alongside the cheering of friends and family is nothing short of amazing. This season, with the pa.....»»