Author: appsfornexus
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Try these Thanksgiving meal tips for kids
The Thanksgiving table is typically loaded down with turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes and all kinds of pie, but nutritionists say kids should also be encouraged to eat fresh fruit and vegetables during the holiday meal. Precious few children eat enough fruits and vegetables the rest of the year, so the Academy of Nutrition and…
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The Convair B-36 Peacemaker was one hell of an aircraft
In service for around a decade, the mighty B-36 “Peacemaker” was one of the most extraordinary aircraft to ever take to the skies. Developed amid WW2 and deployed in the early days of the Cold War, the aircraft would enter the history books as the largest mass-produced piston engine aircraft ever built. Dwarfing the B-29…
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U.S. Re-Enters the Nuclear Fuel Game
The 93 currently active nuclear power reactors in the United States burn about 2,000 tonnes of uranium fuel each year. However, the type of uranium fuel those reactors use is not going to cut it for the advanced reactors expected to go online in the coming years, as part of the effort to meet the…
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Electrifying the future of urban mobility
In a dazzling showcase at the International Motorcycle and Accessories Exhibition (EICMA) 2023, Lambretta unveiled its much-anticipated Elettra electric scooter, ushering in a new era of stylish and sustainable urban commuting. The event, held in Milan, showcased not only the scooter’s sleek silver exterior but also its innovative features, blending the timeless essence of Lambretta…
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Why are the World’s Oldest Mummies Deteriorating, and Who Made Them?
Colorful bodies painted in vibrant reds or blacks, heads dressed in wigs of human hair, and masks with eyes and mouths wide open, as if still breathing – these were the mummies made by the Chinchorro people. They were among the earliest ancient humans to settle on what’s now the coast of northern Chile and…
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Keeping the right kind of secret is actually good for you, says study
From messing up the plot of almost every chick flick, to accompanying us to our graves, secrets have a bad reputation. But what if some secrets could actually make your life better? A new study by researchers at Columbia University in the US reveals that keeping good news to yourself actually makes you ‘feel alive’…
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Energizing Secrets: The Hidden Component of Positive Secret-Keeping
A beautifully wrapped gift brims with possibilities. The secret of its contents hidden just behind a thin, shimmering veil of paper. All you want to do is tell your friend what treat you’re about to bestow, but you keep quiet with an impatient energy. The desire to share good news is a universal human experience.…
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How to Improve Forensic DNA Analysis with 8-Dye STR Multiplex Technology
Forensic DNA analysis can provide conclusive evidence to trace specific individuals to a crime scene and has been instrumental in solving cold cases, exonerating the wrongfully accused and bringing justice to victims. It also aids in identifying disaster victims, resolving paternity disputes and assisting in missing persons cases. There are several methods by which forensic…
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Researchers make the most accurate measurements of Earth’s rotation yet
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have successfully made the most accurate measurements of the Earth’s rotation so far. The measurements were made after more than two decades spent building the necessary instrument at the Geodetic Observatory Wettzell, located in the Bavarian forest in Germany. It is common knowledge that the Earth’s rotational…
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Porvair Sciences Introduces UltraPPM LITE for Reliable Sample Processing
Nov 13 2023Reviewed by Maria Osipova Porvair Sciences is proud to announce the launch of its UltraPPM LITE positive pressure manifold. This cutting-edge solution is set to redefine the standards of reliability and efficiency in sample processing, offering users unparalleled control and precision in their experiments. Image Credit: Porvair Sciences With the UltraPPM LITE, researchers…