The Potential for COVID-19 to Become a Pandemic Summary In this article, we discuss the potential for the new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, to become a pandemic. We explain that while the World Health Organization has not declared this outbreak a pandemic, many epidemiologists are treating it as one. We emphasize the importance of slowing the spread …
What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Pandemic Summary The COVID-19 pandemic is a rapidly-spreading global health crisis caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. While the death rate is lower than other severe coronaviruses, it has the potential to become a pandemic that affects a large number of people. The focus is on slowing the …
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Cats Eating Corpses: The Value of Research Summary In this article, we discuss a study on cats eating corpses and the value of such research. It highlights the fact that cats are not only predators but also scavengers, which increases their dietary repertoire and reproductive fitness. The article also addresses the difference between feral and …
Can Cats Eat Their Owner’s Dead Bodies? Summary A recent study on the decomposition of human bodies has brought attention to the question of whether cats would feast upon their owner’s dead bodies. The study unintentionally captured footage of feral cats eating corpses, leading to discussions of the possibility of pet cats engaging in such …
Providing Medical Care to Astronauts in Space Summary The New England Journal of Medicine recently published an article describing a medical event where an astronaut developed a blood clot during a space mission. In this article, we learn about the challenges of providing medical care to astronauts in space, including the risks associated with treating …
Exploring the Effects of Microgravity on the Human Body: A Conversation with an Expert Summary An astronaut on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS) was discovered to have a blood clot. This event raised questions about the effects of microgravity on the human body, particularly in regards to blood flow and clotting. The …
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Coronavirus Outbreak: What You Need to Know Summary In this article, we will discuss the new coronavirus outbreak, its symptoms, how to protect oneself, and the importance of relying on credible sources of information during a public health crisis. Table of Contents The Basics of the Coronavirus Outbreak Symptoms and Transmission Protecting Yourself from the …
Coronavirus Outbreak: What You Need to Know Summary As the new coronavirus epidemic spreads globally, the public is gripped with fear and misinformation, which can potentially make the epidemiology more difficult to control. The new coronavirus is part of a family of viruses that includes SARS and the common cold, and initial data indicates that …
Drones Collecting Whale Snot: Revolutionizing Whale Research Summary In this article, we explore how drones are revolutionizing whale research by making it easier and more cost-effective to collect biological data. We focus on the development of the “Snotbot,” a drone used to collect samples of whale mucus, which contains whale cells with DNA, microbiomes, and …
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Using Drones to Collect Whale Snot: A Game-Changer for Whale Research Summary The use of drones in collecting whale snot is a non-invasive, cost-effective, and real-time way to understand a whale’s condition. Artificial intelligence (AI) is being developed to identify fluke patterns and collect hormonal data, allowing researchers to gather a larger data set. While …
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