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Tiny quantum fluctuations observed moving 40-kg mirror
July 01, 2020
Classical physics describes how large objects and systems work on an everyday scale, while quantum physics describes the “spooky” subatomic world. Now scientists have observed a rare crossover where a quantum fluctuation affected a macroscale object.
Age-related vision loss prevented by exercise in experimental study
July 01, 2020
Studies have seen physical activity slow age-related vision loss, but it hasn’t been clear how causal that relationship has been. New research is now offering the first evidence to show how exercise can directly slow, or prevent, macular degeneration.
Embassy Sport camper van pushes the party outside with tailgate deck
July 01, 2020
The indoor/outdoor camper has been a growing trend, encouraging occupants to cook, eat and spend time outside. The Embassy Traveler Sport camper van features loads of outdoor living with its available rear deck and side entertainment area.
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Car insurance savings finally made easy
July 02, 2020With businesses slowly reopening, our cars are becoming crucial in our lives again. While we may think we have a good deal on our car insurance, the time is now to question if we've been wasting money without even knowing it. -
New drug helps reduce brain damage from a stroke in mice
July 02, 2020Strokes can leave lifelong lingering issues, as neurons are damaged and die. But now, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have identified a new drug that could help prevent damage even after a stroke, with tests in mice showing promise. -
TuSimple teams with UPS on US network for autonomous trucking
July 02, 2020The California-based firm TuSimple has today revealed an ambitious plan to begin piecing together a network of autonomous trucking routes in US, with plans to scale up and service the entire contiguous US by 2023. -
Revo Ring: A single filter ring across all your lenses
July 01, 2020Lens filters are terrific tools for photographers, but when you've got a bag full of different diameter lenses, you can find yourself in quite a jumble. The RevoRing aims to solve that problem once and for all. -
Air-powered robotic jellyfish outpaces its real-life rivals
July 01, 2020The uniquely efficient movement of jellyfish has made them a popular model of study for robotics researchers, and scientists are now showing off a new machine inspired by these creatures that uses air channels to swim at great speeds. -
Gut bacteria signature reveals liver disease with over 90% accuracy
July 01, 2020A research team working to unravel the secrets of the gut microbiome has happened upon a specific signature of bacterial species that can be used to detect liver fibrosis and cirrhosis with an accuracy of greater than 90 percent. -
Flight controls from historic Apollo 11 mission go up for auction
July 01, 2020Julien's Auctions is offering a trio of historic Apollo 11 artifacts as part of its Legends & Explorers auction. Three of the hand controllers used to steer the Columbia spacecraft are expected to fetch between US$80,000 and $200,000 each. -
Ultrafast-acting form of insulin developed by Stanford researchers
July 01, 2020Researchers have developed an ultrafast-acting form of insulin that promises to work up to four times faster than current formulations. The novel drug has only been tested in animals so far but the researchers hope to test it in human trials soon. -
Marshall goes ultra-portable with Emberton compact speaker
July 01, 2020The Zound Industries/Marshall Amps collaboration has made a teeny addition to its Bluetooth speaker line. The Emberton is water-resistant, offers over 20 hours of playback and promises to throw out 360-degree sound "that only Marshall can deliver." -
Exposed core of ancient gas giant discovered orbiting Sun-like star
July 01, 2020Astronomers have discovered the intact, exposed core of a gas giant locked in a close orbit around a Sun-like star. The discovery will give astronomers a rare opportunity to probe the heart of an ancient alien world.
