The preparation makes the poison: How muscarine in mushrooms becomes toxic
Mushrooms exist in a breathtaking variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Especially in autumn, mushroom hunters go into the forests to find the tastiest of them, prepare them in multiple ways and eat them with relish. However, it is well known that the.....»»
Novel air filter captures wide variety of pollutants
An air filter made out of corn protein instead of petroleum products can concurrently capture small particulates as well as toxic chemicals like formaldehyde that current air filters can't......»»
Prioritize tackling toxic emissions from tires, urge experts
Experts from Imperial College London are calling for more to be done to limit the potentially harmful impact of toxic tire particles on health and the environment......»»
Researchers discover new gene involved in a toxic competition among yeast
National Institutes of Health researchers have identified a gene that makes yeast resistant to a lethal toxin, according to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. To study the evolution of toxin resistance, rese.....»»
Train derailments get more headlines, but truck crashes involving hazardous chemicals are more frequent and deadly in US
Less than two weeks after train cars filled with hazardous chemicals derailed in Ohio and caught fire, a truck carrying nitric acid crashed on a major highway outside Tucson, Arizona, killing the driver and releasing toxic chemicals into the air......»»
The world"s first fluorosulfate-based flame retardant additive
In lithium-ion batteries commonly used in electric vehicles, incombustible additives are added to the electrolyte in preparation for the possibility of ignition. ETRI researchers succeeded in developing a fluorosulfate-based flame retardant additive.....»»
Novel synthetic porphyrin as a dual antidote against fire gas poisoning
When buildings burn, the burning materials generate highly toxic carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen cyanide (HCN) gases, which can be fatal upon ingestion. Once inhaled, these gases bind strongly to hemoglobin, cytochromes, and iron containing compoun.....»»
Study reveals toxic effects of perfluoroether carboxylic acids exposure
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), a class of chemicals, are known for their hydrophobicity, lipophobicity, and thermal stability. Since the 1950s, they have been widely used in a wide range of industrial and consumer products......»»
Taiwan to boost development of floating offshore wind farms in 3rd phase
As development of offshore wind farms in the first and second phases is in smooth progress, Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) is in preparation to promote development of floating offshore wind farms in deeper waters, according to industry.....»»
Lion Eclipse charger review: Powerful, but flawed
The Lion Eclipse charger from Lion Energy is a powerful, multi-device charger with 27,000mAh of power, but with big issues.Lion Eclipse ChargerLion says its Eclipse charger meets all TSA guidelines for safe airplane travel and doesn't emit toxic fume.....»»
The Ohio Derailment Lays Bare the Hellish Plastic Crisis
Events in East Palestine are a stark reminder that plastic is destroying the planet. From its production to its use to its disposal, the stuff is a poison......»»
Residents near toxic US train derailment told water "safe" to drink
The governor of Ohio told residents living near the site of a toxic train derailment that it was "safe" to drink the water, as authorities investigate potential environmental fallout from the accident earlier this month......»»
China smartphone shipments enjoy boosts from promotions and holidays in 4Q22, says DIGITIMES Research
Smartphone shipments to the China market amounted to over 70 million units in the fourth quarter of 2022, soaring more than 20% from a quarter ago thanks to vendors' keen preparation for Singles' Day promotions and inventory ramp-up in December for t.....»»
Residents near toxic US train derailment urged not to drink water
The governor of Ohio warned residents living near the site of a toxic train derailment to drink bottled water Wednesday, as authorities investigate potential environmental fallout from the accident earlier this month......»»
China smartphone market, 4Q 2022
Smartphone shipments to China increased by over 20% on quarter in the fourth quarter of 2022 thanks to Single's Day promotion campaigns and vendors' preparation for the Lunar New Year holiday demand. However, the volumes will slip by almost 15% seque.....»»
Real-time Ubuntu is now available for the first time
Real-time Ubuntu promises performance, low latency, and security in preparation for what many call the fourth industrial revolution......»»
A new supercomputer drought model projects dry times ahead for much of the nation, especially the Midwest
Midwesterners needn't bother choosing their poison: droughts or floods. They get a double dose of both......»»
Biosensors change the way water contamination is detected
Scientists from Northwestern University have collaborated on the implementation of an accurate, low-cost and easy-to-use test for detecting toxic levels of fluoride in water......»»
Toxic gaming tackled by Ubisoft"s unique police alert system
BBC News has exclusive access to how Ubisoft's customer relations centre is working with police......»»
Three Chicago-area refineries that dump toxins into Lake Michigan, rivers may be among worst polluters in US
Oil refineries are dumping massive amounts of toxic chemicals and heavy metals into the Great Lakes and the nation's rivers with little, if any, oversight from government regulators, according to a new analysis that found some of the worst polluters.....»»
Toxic pollutants can build up inside our homes. Here are eight ways to reduce the risks
We know everything in our homes gathers dust. What you probably don't know is whether there are toxic contaminants in your house dust, and where these might come from......»»