Ben Franklin wove colored fibers into paper currency to foil counterfeiters
Zenas Marshall Crane usually credited with introducing fibers to paper currency in 1844. Enlarge / Khachatur Manukyan and colleagues at the University of Notre Dame used cutting-edge spectroscopic and imaging instruments to get a.....»»
Auckland wastewater pipe dig reveals "fossil treasure trove"
A new New Zealand Journal of Geology and Geophysics paper out today describes the 266 fossil species as one of the richest and most diverse groups of three-million-year-old fauna ever found in New Zealand. At least ten previously unknown species will.....»»
The 11 Types Of Bidets Explained With Pictures
In recent times, there has been an uptick in the usage of bidets as an alternative to toilet paper. Owing to their hygienic, water-efficient, and cost-effective nature, bidets are quickly becoming a mainstay in toilets. And since it can be used.....»»
An alt text guide to ensure everyone can enjoy your memes
The meme economy rarely falters, and as the impetus for much of our social posting, memes have become the common vernacular and social currency of generations of users. But a huge portion of those digital consumers are frequently left out of the.....»»
Study shows paper cups are just as toxic to aquatic midge larvae as plastic cups
Reports of plastics pollution contaminating all parts of the Earth and in all living things has accelerated a shift to alternative materials. The coffee latte you take with you from the kiosk on the corner now comes in paper cups, sometimes even with.....»»
Turn any toilet into a bidet with this attachment and save 23%
Skip toilet paper and enjoy the comfort, peace of mind, and cleanliness of a bidet with this awesome deal at Amazon right now......»»
Paper drinking straws may be harmful and may not be better for the environment than plastic versions, researchers warn
"Eco-friendly" paper drinking straws contain long-lasting and potentially toxic chemicals, a new study has concluded......»»
Astropad launches pen-on-paper upgrade for iPad with ‘Rock Paper Pencil’ combo kit
After previously launching its Magnetic Screen Protector for iPad that delivers a paper-like experience with Apple Pencil, Astropad is out today with a new product that offers an even more realistic pen-on-paper feeling for artists and notetakers. Th.....»»
Astropad"s new Rock Paper Pencil iPad screen protector mimics the pen-on-paper experience
Rock Paper Pencil promises to bring the most realistic pen-on-paper feel to iPad yet by combining a magnetic screen protector with a custom Apple Pencil tip.Rock Paper Pencil by AstropadAstropad has launched a brand new screen protector and Apple Pen.....»»
Why do some politicians cling to power after electoral defeat?
What effect do election processes, protests, social media, electoral rules, integrity, and voter outcomes have on an incumbent's decision to respect an election result or fight to retain office? A paper published in the Journal of Conflict Resolution.....»»
Missing topographical elements of Paleolithic rock art revealed by stereoscopic imaging
Research led by Complutense University, Madrid, has discovered an array of ancient cave paintings hidden among previously described cave art. In a paper, "Animals hidden in plain sight: stereoscopic recording of Paleolithic rock art at La Pasiega cav.....»»
Learning from viruses: Molecular fibers can help to introduce genetic material into cells
Pathogenic viruses that enter the human body can dock onto cells with their tentacle-like extensions, whereupon the cell takes up the viruses. This process, which is already known and occurs in diseases such as HIV, can also be used for therapeutic a.....»»
A peptide that can cross the blood-brain barrier
In a paper published in Science China Materials, a research team reports on a novel tetrapeptide, GFFY, which is capable of efficiently crossing the blood-brain barrier (BBB). The tetrapeptide is highly versatile in covalent labeling with Cy5.5 and t.....»»
Astronomers discover eight ultraluminous X-ray sources in NGC 1559
Astronomers from Taiwan have performed X-ray observations of the galaxy NGC 1559 using NASA's Chandra spacecraft. They detected eight new ultraluminous X-ray sources in this galaxy. The finding is reported in a paper published August 10 on the pre-pr.....»»
Population ecologist warns that humanity is on the verge of massive population correction
Population ecologist William Rees, with the University of British Columbia's School of Community and Regional Planning, is reminding denizens of Earth that the planet can only support so many people. In his paper published in the journal World, he po.....»»
Some hummingbirds resort to sneaky methods to obtain nectar
A 50-year project recently came to fruition for UConn researchers. In their paper recently published in The American Naturalist, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Emeritus Professor Robert Colwell and his colleagues—all UConn Ph.D. graduates—Thiag.....»»
A new "spin" on ergodicity breaking
In a recent Science paper, researchers led by JILA and NIST Fellow Jun Ye, along with collaborators JILA and NIST Fellow David Nesbitt, scientists from the University of Nevada, Reno, and Harvard University, observed novel ergodicity-breaking in C60,.....»»
How Do You Dry After Using A Bidet?
Bidets are useful bathroom fixtures that have recently come up as a popular alternative to toilet paper. Different kinds of bidets are on the market today, ranging from warm air dryer options to portable or standalone bidets. However, if you do.....»»
Can You Install A Bidet On Any Toilet?
Bidets allow better hygiene, reduce toilet paper expenditure, and are better for the environment. Because of these reasons, the popularity of bidets is increasing rapidly in the United States. And more and more people are looking to get t.....»»
Bidet Water Temperature 101 – All You Need To Know
An eco-friendly alternative to toilet paper is a bidet that allows users to adjust the water temperature as per their needs. Bidet water temperature plays a vital role in providing a refreshing experience to users. Whether you prefer to spray w.....»»
Bidet Water Pressure | How To Adjust For Effective Result
Many people are adopting bidets to ensure better hygiene instead of solely relying on toilet paper for cleanliness. But a common problem that often crops up after a bidet is installed is that the water pressure is too low or high. And for peopl.....»»