Unveiling the Mystery of the Giant Squid: An Interview with Dr. Edith Witte Summary Researchers have captured a giant squid on camera for the second time in history, thanks to Dr. Edith Witte’s development of the electronic jellyfish or e-jelly. In this Q&A with Dr. Witte, we learn more about the giant squid and how …
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Sunscreen Safety: What You Need to Know Summary A recent study has raised concerns about the safety of some chemicals in sunscreens, as they can penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream. However, dermatologist Kanade Shinka assures that sunscreen is still essential in protecting the skin from the sun. The article recommends the use of …
The Truth about Sunscreens: Experts Weigh In on Safety and Regulations Summary Recent findings by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that some chemicals in certain sunscreens can enter the bloodstream have raised concerns about their safety. A study revealed that sunscreen ingredients could be absorbed into the bloodstream and reach levels higher than the …
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The Rise and Fall of Malls in America: A Cultural Phenomenon Summary In this article, we explore the cultural significance of malls in America and how they have shaped the identity of teenagers in the 80s. We discuss the decline of malls due to overbuilding, cannibalization, demographic shifts, and the rise of online shopping. However, …
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How the Death of Malls is Revitalizing America’s Suburbs Summary Ellen Dunham-Jones, a professor of architecture and urban design at Georgia Tech explains the role of malls in American culture in the 80s and how they disrupted smaller mom and pop stores in downtown. She also talks about the decline of malls starting in the …
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The Real Threat of Nuclear Disasters in the US: Insights from a Nuclear Historian Summary In this article, we explore the insights of nuclear historian Kate Brown from MIT on the possibility of a nuclear disaster in the US. Brown warns that the US is not immune to a nuclear disaster, and the country has …
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The Risk of a Chernobyl-Like Meltdown Happening in the US: A Q&A with Nuclear Historian Kate Brown Summary Nuclear historian Kate Brown from MIT was interviewed to discuss the risks of nuclear disasters in the US and what would happen if a Chernobyl-like meltdown happened in the country. She talked about the challenges of storing …
The Upper Limits of Human Endurance: Insights from a Recent Study Summary In this article, we discuss a recent study that sheds light on the upper limits of human endurance. The study compared energy expenditure in events ranging from multi-day ultra-marathons to pregnancy and found that the maximum sustainable amount of energy expenditure for the …
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Pushing the Limits: An Expert’s Take on the Study on Human Endurance Summary A study has determined the maximum limits of human endurance by examining energy expenditure over weeks or even months. The research shows that the human body can handle two and a half times its resting metabolic rate, equivalent to burning 4,000-5,000 calories …
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ASMR: The Science Behind the Sensation Summary In this article, we explore the phenomenon of ASMR, or Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. ASMR is a tingling sensation experienced by people while watching videos of activities such as cutting soap, tapping nails on glass, or whispering. While there are physiological responses in the body, the trigger is …