Wearable sensor measures airborne nicotine exposure from e-cigarettes
Some studies have shown that nicotine, an addictive substance in electronic cigarettes, increases the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory disorders. But to get a full understanding of its potential health effects, a real-time nicotine monitoring d.....»»
Students" toxin research shows public health benefits of citizen science
Long-term exposure to arsenic, a hidden danger in many New England drinking water supplies, poses serious health risks, including cancer and cognitive challenges. A citizen science initiative called "All About Arsenic" has emerged in response, empowe.....»»
Food security: Accelerating national protections around critical infrastructure
In this Help Net Security video, Mike Lexa, CISO and Global VP of IT Infrastructure and Operations at CNH, discusses how the federal government is taking food security more seriously and what steps must be taken to prioritize security measures. What.....»»
Motorola’s New Smartwatch Makes a Rather Stealthy Debut
The Moto Watch 120 does come with some pretty handy features, which should be ideal for folks after a relatively-cheap smart wearable. The post Motorola’s New Smartwatch Makes a Rather Stealthy Debut appeared first on Phandroid. In c.....»»
How accurate are wearable fitness trackers? Less than you might think
Wide variance underscores need for a standardized approach to validation of devices. Enlarge (credit: Corey Gaskin) Back in 2010, Gary Wolf, then the editor of Wired magazine, delivered a TED talk in Cannes called “the.....»»
New forensics technique measures individual DNA shedding to aid criminal investigations
A pioneering new DNA forensics technique is looking for a reliable method to measure a suspect's individual level of natural shedding of skin and other cells to add to, and compare with, evidence collected at crime scenes......»»
Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple"s Robotic iPad on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastOne of the biggest pieces of news this week was the conf.....»»
Mandatory MFA for Azure sign-ins is coming
Microsoft is making multi-factor authentication (MFA) – “one of the most effective security measures available” – mandatory for all Azure sign-ins. Preparing for mandatory MFA for Azure The plan is for the shift to happen in t.....»»
New insights on how bird flu crosses the species barrier
In recent years, public health measures, surveillance, and vaccination have helped bring about significant progress in reducing the impact of seasonal flu epidemics, caused by human influenza viruses A and B. However, a possible outbreak of avian inf.....»»
The best Google Pixel Watch 3 bands for 2024
The Google Pixel 3 is available in two sizes, 41mm and 45mm. Because of this, you need to be extra careful when selecting a band for your new wearable device......»»
Urban Birds Are Harboring Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
Exposure to bacteria in landfill sites and polluted rivers may explain prevalence among city-dwelling birds......»»
New analysis of Webb data measures universe expansion rate, finds there may not be a "Hubble tension"
We know many things about our universe, but astronomers are still debating exactly how fast it is expanding. In fact, over the past two decades, two major ways to measure this number—known as the "Hubble constant" —have come up with different ans.....»»
Rising mercury pollution in soil could be related to climate change, study suggests
In 2017, the Minamata Convention on Mercury went into effect, designed to help curb mercury emissions and limit exposure across the globe. However, a new study of mercury levels in soil suggests that the treaty's provisions might not be enough. A stu.....»»
Spotify crows about Apple being forced to show alternative pricing
The EU's anti-steering measures mean Apple must now let developers tell users of prices available outside of the App Store, and it's a good thing — but maybe not the victory for democracy that Spotify is trying to claim.Spotify logoSpotify has cons.....»»
Extreme heat exposure on the rise for millions of kids: UN
Nearly half a billion children are facing twice as many days of extreme heat each year—or more—than their grandparents did, the UN said Tuesday, warning of deadly consequences......»»
NASA demonstrates "ultra-cool" quantum sensor for first time in space
NASA's Cold Atom Lab, a first-of-its-kind facility aboard the International Space Station, has taken another step toward revolutionizing how quantum science can be used in space. Members of the science team measured subtle vibrations of the space sta.....»»
Kia-Hyundai anti-theft fix is working after years of viral video exposure, study finds
A study by the Highway Loss Data Institute find that a software device developed by the companies to prevent vehicle theft dropped claim rates by 53 percent......»»
Nest now supports Apple Home, Aqara"s FP1E presence sensor launches, & more on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week our guest host is Shane Whatley. He's a growin.....»»
PrivacyLens uses thermal imaging to turn people into stick figures
"Most consumers do not think about what happens to data collected by smart home devices." Enlarge / The round lens of PrivacyLens captures standard digital video while the square lens senses heat. The heat sensor improves the cam.....»»
Climate misinformation feels more true through repetition—even if you back climate science
If you consider yourself a climate science supporter, you probably wouldn't think simple exposure to a skeptic's claim could shift your views......»»
Research findings suggest nilgai antelope are not carriers of bovine babesiosis
Nilgai, a non-native antelope species that freely ranges Southern Texas and Northeastern Mexico, do not appear to be susceptible to infection following experimental exposure to Babesia bovis, according to recent findings by Texas A&M AgriLife Researc.....»»