Substantial progress has been made during the past decade to prevent and control schistosomiasis (also known as bilharziasis) globally. The disease affects more than 230 million people, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa. Progress is mainly due to large-scale periodic treatment of affected populations with praziquantel, the only medicine recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) against…
In this episode, Joel and Maria break down some common misconceptions and share practical, research-based tips to help you create a realistic budget. Read More https://investornews.vanguard/health-care-costs-in-retirement/ Views: 0
Too many ETF choices? Not when you choose from Vanguard Select ETFs, a carefully assembled list that can help you create a well-diversified portfolio. Read More https://investornews.vanguard/a-new-way-to-narrow-etf-choices-vanguard-select-etfs/ Views: 0
Hydropower developers must consider many factors when it comes time to license a new project or renew an existing one: How can environmental impacts be mitigated, including to fish populations? Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have landed a unique solution: using 3-D printing and sensors to create fake fish for…
Facebook on Monday began enlisting outside developers to create ways its Messenger service can help health organizations battling the novel coronavirus. Read More https://techxplore.com/news/2020-03-facebook-aims-messenger-coronavirus.html Views: 0
KUALA LUMPUR: Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador (pix) today confirmed six police personnel have tested positive for Covid-19 while their 335 family members are waiting for test results. He said the cases highlighted the risks the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) personnel had to face in carrying out their duties while the country…
It’s not enough to have a brick-and-mortar storefront these days. Businesses both large and small are realizing that Web content pertaining to a company’s expertise (i.e., a blog) is what now cultivates a following of loyal clients. But many business owners are not sure how to create a blog or find the right readers for…
The World Poetry Day on 21 March celebrates the unique ability of poetry to capture the creative spirit of the human mind. While many consider art and math to be two disconnected concepts, the University of Luxembourg excels in interdisciplinarity and sometimes its researchers find unconventional ways of bringing ideas together. Read More https://techxplore.com/news/2020-03-poetry-machines-art.html Views:…
We already know that microplastics are everywhere, and now it seems simply opening plastic packaging can create thousands of tiny fragments Read More https://www.newscientist.com/article/2237900-just-opening-a-plastic-bottle-can-release-thousands-of-microplastics/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home Views: 0
In winter, the veins of leaves don’t get completely covered in frost. Mimicking this effect could be the best way to create ice-resistant surfaces Read More https://www.newscientist.com/article/2237463-artificial-leaves-made-from-aluminium-could-keep-windows-frost-free/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home Views: 0