Using a device called the “veggie”, astronauts were able to grow red lettuce inside the I.S.S. After extensive research, the lettuce was deemed edible. This changes the way we should view how dependent the ISS is on earth. I believe that if NASA improves this technology, astronauts will be able to grow widespread vegetables and [...]
Ka-ching! The sound of the register as you see the cashier pick out cash and coins to give you your change for your purchase. But how does the cashier know what types of change to give you so you don't get flooded with coins? Well, the correct answer would be to return all $0.83 with pennies, [...]
Infant mortality is defined as the death of children under one year of age. This number (often an average of the region) is most often associated with developing/underdeveloped nations such as those in the continent of Africa, and the Subcontinent of India. In regions such as these, women give birth to a large amount of [...]
Because the earth is projected to run out of fossil fuels (planet earth’s main energy source) within 100 years, scientists are looking for alternatives energy sources that can sustain the earth for the long run. The two most viable solutions are Solar power (harnessing energy that comes from the sun) and Hydropower (harnessing energy from [...]
Stem cells are cells with the potential to develop into many different types of cells that exist in the human body. For years the usefulness of stem cells has been debated. These “miracle cells” have been subject to a wide field of medicine. From skin grafts to organ regrowth, STEM cells are extremely versatile and [...]
Can stem cells be used to help minimize the death rates in heart attack victims? A new study suggests that by injecting stem cells (Stem cells are cells with the potential to develop into many different types of cells ) into victim’s chests could nearly half the amount of casualties that arise from cardiac arrest. [...]
Most people I know have experienced this phenomenon: a startling dream wakes you up from a deep slumber and then within seconds you forget the dream that caused you to wake up in the first place. But this scenario doesn’t play out for everybody. Some people CAN remember their dreams while other CANNOT. To figure [...]
Ranging from Snakes to frogs, venomous animals are prevalent all throughout the animal kingdom. The composition of the venomous mixture depends on each type of animal. Of all venomous species, the most studied are snakes, scorpions, spiders, jellyfish, and cone shells. The venom of these animals is composed of mainly proteins and peptides (short chains [...]
Researchers have been studying traditional chinese medical practices for the longest time. These approaches have been the subject of many clinical studies and scientific reviews. Some Chinese medicinal practices include acupuncture and tai chi. These practices may help improve may help improve the quality of life and certain pain conditions. However, scientists don't know much [...]
Doctor sees virtual images of the patient on a blue background. Medical imaging is the technique and process of creating visual representations of the interior of the body for clinical analysis and medical intervention, as well as a visual representation of the function of tissues and organs. The purpose of medical imaging is to reveal [...]
