Plants “Feel” Your Touch
Science supports the popular belief that plants respond positively to caresses. U.S. researchers found that plant cells record the beginning and end of touches. In BIBO Park, Ibiza, you can experience this with their "plant piano," turning human-p... READ MORE
Published: 15/10/2023
Europe’s Longest Cycling Tunnel
Bergen, Norway, unveils a 2.9 km cycling and pedestrian tunnel through the Løvstakken mountain, connecting residential areas to the city center. Designed to encourage walking and biking, it reduces travel time from nearly an hour to just 10 minute... READ MORE
Published: 15/10/2023
Exercise for Mental Health
A new study from the University of South Australia suggests that exercise is 1.5 times more effective than medication or counseling in improving symptoms of depression and anxiety. The extensive meta-analysis involving 97 reviews and 1,039 trials ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Indoor Plants Protect Our Health
Scientific evidence suggests indoor plants can alleviate stress and purify air. A review of 100+ studies found placing a plant in a small room increases air quality by 25%. With two plants, air quality can rise by 75%, enhancing mental well-being ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Electric Air Taxis
Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft represent the next frontier in air transportation, resembling giant drones capable of taking off and landing in confined spaces. These fully electric planes are ideal for air taxis or private ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Electric Ferry to Formentera
Ibiza and Formentera now have an electric ferry, the "Cap de Barbaria," equipped with advanced technology for energy efficiency. With a length of 82 meters and a width of 15.5 meters, it can reach speeds of 26 km/h (14 knots). The ferry operates f... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
New Biofuel for Airplanes
Commercial airlines worldwide burn over 450 billion litres of jet fuel every year, and that number is projected to more than double by 2050. This is completely unsustainable, so a solution must be found. A collaboration of US researchers has come ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Smartphone Becomes a Microscope
Researchers have discovered an inexpensive way to provide powerful microscopes for science students. Using low-cost materials they are able to turn normal smartphone cameras into fluorescent microscopes. They call it the “Glowscope”, and it can se... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Expanded Alternative Energy in France
France aims to boost solar energy generation tenfold and double wind power as part of a plan to meet the electricity needs of millions of households, equivalent to 10 nuclear reactors. Starting July 2023, parking lots with over 80 spaces must have... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Drone Phone Rescue
Casey Ryan, an experienced photographer, and his friend found themselves stranded in snow-covered mountains. Unable to get help due to no phone signal, Casey used his drone to carry the phone above tree line, sending a message for assistance. Desp... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Positive Thinking Restores Memory
A new Yale University study suggests that maintaining a positive outlook in old age can reverse mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a common form of memory loss. Of 1,716 participants aged 65+, those with a happy attitude were less likely to develop ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023
Swimming in the Seine
Just in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics, the river Seine in Paris will be clean enough to swim in for the first time in 100 years. This will allow the Olympics to stage events in one of the world’s most famous and photogenic rivers. A swimmable ... READ MORE
Published: 15/08/2023