Since 2006, beekeepers have been noticing that the populations of their honeybees have been dying off at alarmingly fast rates. This phenomenon has been happening all throughout the country and the world. According to a research team led by Insu Koh at the University of Vermont, California’s Central Valley is one of the few agricultural…
Category: Science, Technology, Health, and Environment
DNA Barcoding
DNA Barcoding is an innovative way of identifying species by utilizing very short standardized DNA fragments of the species being studied. Since we have a distinctively rich biodiversity on our planet, DNA barcoding will allow scientists to match unknown species with previously documented barcodes on an online database. This method also allows taxonomists to easily…
New study proves warmth prevents colds
Science is now proving that indeed staying warm does help cure the common cold. Scientists are finding that warmer blood temperatures help people who are infected with the common cold by creating certain enzymes that fight the virus off. Discoveries such as this gives hope for the future that the cure for the common cold might be right around the corner
Technology and Our Youth
Although there is much debate about the effect of technology on the younger generation, it is something that should always be used with caution. It is true there are many benefits to the use of technology but there are also negative consequences as well. It is best to allow the use of technology for the younger generation at your discretion.
World Environment Day
Word Environment Day has been held in order to get more and more people to understand how easy it is to become more environmentally conscious and to begin changing smaller behaviors in order to make larger impacts. It is easier than you think and if you just made one change a day, it can lead to major and greater changes for our future Earth and future generations.
Future Jeopardized
Artificial Intelligence is something that everyone is beginning to utilize but it has started to rear its nasty head at the same time. Many fear that by using artificial intelligence, we will actually lose our ability to be or gain intelligence as a people. People fear that as artificial intelligence becomes more popular, people will become gradually lazier and humans will lose touch with themselves.
Artificial Intelligence: Will Humans Prevail?
Artificial Intelligence is becoming more and more popular these days and more readily available. However, although there may be many benefits to utilizing artificial intelligence there is also a major cost. Many people, human jobs to be more specific, can be lost due to the growing prevalence of artificial intelligence.
Lightning Strike Kills Many
The upcoming summer weather is when lightning and thunderstorms are expected in many countries, especially Bangladesh, for it’s humid temperatures.
[Source: AP Images/Orlin Wagner]
To all of Mexico’s drivers, Hoy No Circula
In order to help with decreasing the amount of pollution in Mexico, a mandate has been set in which certain groups of vehicles are not on rotation and are not allowed to be utilized during that day. This vehicle circulation method has been helpful in reducing emissions in Mexico but it has caused much social inconvenience and turmoil. Whether this is the best method of reducing emissions and pollution is still unsure.
Opinion: Tesla’s Model 3 is a big, big deal
Constantly getting exposed to sensational technologies that promise exaggerated impacts, we often roll our eyes when we see another technology that will supposedly change the world. However, Tesla’s new electric car will undoubtedly change the world we live in. Recently, Tesla Motors revealed its newest sedan, the long-awaited Model 3. Even with its handsome silhouette,…