A Combination COVID and Flu Vaccine Is Coming Soon
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
The first large trial of a COVID and flu vaccine combo suggests it boosts immune protection even more than single-target shots
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Google's claim of quantum supremacy has been completely smashed
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Google's Sycamore quantum computer was the first to demonstrate quantum supremacy – solving calculations that would be unfeasible on a classical computer – but now ordinary machines have pulled ahead again
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Biden Pushes to Stop Heat Deaths after Decades of Delay
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
It took 50 years and skyrocketing temperatures before the government proposed heat protections for workers.
50,000-year-old picture of a pig is the oldest known narrative art
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
A new radiometric dating technique reveals that cave paintings on Sulawesi, Indonesia, are even older than previously thought, pushing back the earliest evidence of storytelling
How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
New Supreme Court Decisions Jeopardize Efforts to Curb Pollution and Climate Change
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
Four recent Supreme Court decisions will together make it much harder for the federal government to take action on climate change
Ancient Denisovans hunted snow leopards on the Tibetan plateau
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Thousands of bones found in a Tibetan cave have been analysed to learn how mysterious ancient humans known as Denisovans lived
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Giant salamander-like predator roamed Namibia 280 million years ago
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
A fossil found in the Namib desert has been described as a 2.
Pupil Dilation Reveals Better Working Memory
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
People whose eyes dilated more performed better on tests of working memory
New anti-ageing vaccines promise to prevent diseases like Alzheimer's
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
It may soon be possible to vaccinate ourselves against the diseases of old age, keeping our body and brain healthier for longer
Summertime Depression Could Be a Type of Seasonal Affective Disorder
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
Heat and mood are closely linked, which may explain summertime depression—and how to treat it
The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
Computer viruses can spread by using ChatGPT to write sneaky emails
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Large language models can be abused by malware to help them avoid detection and propagate by crafting realistic replies to emails
How Some People’s Body Resists Getting COVID
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
When scientists exposed people to the virus that causes COVID, only a subset got sick.
The best science fiction books of 2024 so far
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
From a quantum-bubble reality show from Peng Shepherd to a murderous valet bot from Adrian Tchaikovsky, enjoy this year's best science fiction so far if you're heading off on your travels, says Emily H.
New NASA Heat Map Shows Scorching Streets That Can Burn Skin in Seconds
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
Under the scorching summer sun, pavement can reach temperatures hot enough to cause second-degree burns
Implementing D.E.J.I. Strategies in Energy, Environment, and Transportation
Speaker: Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition
Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusion (DEJI) policies, programs, and initiatives are critically important as we move forward with public and private sector climate and sustainability goals and plans. Underserved and socially, economically, and racially disadvantaged communities bear the burden of pollution, higher energy costs, limited resources, and limited investments in the clean energy and transportation sectors.
Cool solutions could head off the climate-damaging rush for air con
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Demand for air conditioning will only grow as temperatures rise, sending energy consumption soaring.
What Makes a Psychedelic Experience? Not Always a Drug, It Turns Out
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2024
A Stanford anesthesiologist deconstructs the component parts of what it means to undergo a psychedelic trip
The benefits of anti-ageing medicines will outweigh the downsides
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
We shouldn't fear life-extending medical advances based on unintended consequences.
Guest Essay: Pennsylvania Native Plants And Insects Getting Legislative Attention
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
By Nate Reagle, Certified Pollinator Steward Great news! There are multiple bills addressing plant and insect conservation in Pennsylvania! It is easy to get confused when thinking about what they all mean and how they interact. It is important to understand that native insects depend on native plants, while non-native pollinators will also benefit from native flowers.
Shaping a Resilient Future: Climate Impact on Vulnerable Populations
Speaker: Laurie Schoeman Director, Climate & Sustainability, Capital
As households and communities across the nation face challenges such as hurricanes, wildfires, drought, extreme heat and cold, and thawing permafrost and flooding, we are increasingly searching for ways to mitigate and prevent climate impacts. During this event, national climate and housing expert Laurie Schoeman will discuss topics including: The two paths for climate action: decarbonization and adaptation.
More than 100 shark species may face major population declines by 2100
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
The egg hatch rate of one shark species may plummet by up to 90 per cent by the end of the century, suggesting that other egg-laying sharks are at risk
Westmoreland Pollinator Partners, Penguin Court Invite Entries To 4th Annual Pennsylvania Pollinator Photo Challenge
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
The Westmoreland Pollinator Partners and the Brandywine Conservancy’s Penguin Court are hosting the 4th annual Pennsylvania Pollinator Photo Challenge. Entries are due August 3. Youth 17 and younger and adult photographers 18 and over may submit three images of a pollinator found and photographed outdoors in Pennsylvania, such as bees, beetles, butterflies, flies, hummingbirds, moths or wasps in any of their life stages.
Haunting photos bring fictional female explorers to life
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Tonje Bøe Birkeland's photographs imagine the exploits of fictional female scientists and adventurers from the past
Stroud Water Research Center Celebrates 75th Anniversary Of Dr. Ruth Patrick’s Study Of The Conestoga River With July 29 Educator Program, Aug. 1 Special Program By Dr. Bern Sweeney
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
The Stroud Water Research Center celebrates the 75th anniversary of the publication of Dr. Ruth Patrick’s groundbreaking study of the Conestoga River with two special programs. Educator Program On July 29 to August 2, Stroud will hold a Watershed Education on the Conestoga River Program on the Millersville University campus and on the Conestoga River.
Sustainability at Retail
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The best science non-fiction books of 2024 so far
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
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Forest Park Water Treatment Plant Recognized With Area-Wide Optimization Program Award For Drinking Water For 17th Year In A Row
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
The Forest Park Water Treatment Plant , a water treatment facility jointly owned and operated by North Penn Water Authority and North Wales Water Authority serving Bucks and Montgomery counties, is thrilled to announce its achievement of the prestigious Area-Wide Optimization Program (AWOP) Award for the 17th year in a row. The AWOP Award recognizes exemplary efforts by water treatment plants in delivering safe and high-quality drinking water to the communities they serve.
Iron Age skeletons found under bridge may have been hit by a tsunami
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Twenty people may have died 2000 years ago when an Iron Age bridge suddenly collapsed following a tsunami or flood, but scientists also cannot rule out that they were sacrificed
PublicSource.org: July 9 Learn The Story Behind The Story - EQT's Gas Play In Pennsylvania, West Virginia
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
Join PublicSource.org reporter Quinn Glabicki and Editor-in-Chief Halle Stockton online July 9 from Noon to 1:00 p.m. as they discuss an investigative series on fracking giant EQT’s impact on air, water and community health as well as the global climate conversation. Pittsburgh gas giant EQT pledges to tackle climate change and flexes political muscle.
How mathematics can help you divide anything up fairly
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Whether you are sharing a cake or a coastline, maths can help make sure everyone is happy with their cut, says Katie Steckles
How Does Deforestation Affect Animals: Impacts and Consequences
Earthava
JULY 3, 2024
The post How Does Deforestation Affect Animals: Impacts and Consequences appeared first on Earthava. Deforestation is a critical issue that affects the world and its wildlife. It disrupts the habitats of countless animals, making it difficult for them to find food and shelter. When forests are cut down, animals lose their homes and essential resources needed to survive.
New Quiet Place movie adds to irrational fears over marauding aliens
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Sci-fi depictions of extraterrestrial invasions can heighten anxiety about our efforts to make first contact, says METI president Douglas Vakoch
Gov. Shapiro Signs Bill Requiring PennDOT To Plant Native Plants Along State Highways Into Law
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
On July 1, Gov. Shapiro signed into law House Bill 797 (B.Miller-R-Lancaster) requiring the state Department of Transportation to plant native vegetation along state highways as Act 37. "Through the years non-native plants have been introduced throughout the state with some of them becoming noxious and invasive resulting in substantial disruption to the state’s ecosystem," said Rep.
Hot news: abandoned bird's nest 'still there', reports professor
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2024
Feedback, as ever bringing you the most up-to-date news from the floors of the National Roman Museum, can reveal that an abandoned nest has not been removed from the mouth of a statue, according to a visitor
Help Wanted: Berks Nature - Nature Preschool Assistant Teacher
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2024
Berks Nature is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Nature Preschool Assistant Teacher. The individual in this position will facilitate immersive play- and nature-based, culturally responsive, and place-based curriculum that reflects the needs of the children (cognitive, social, emotional and physical development), the standards for early childhood education, and the mission of Berks Nature.
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