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Decades of research have gone into creating new kinds of plastics from fossil fuels, and only a proportionally tiny amount into what happens to those plastics at the end of their lives. But many companies, including Twelve, are building on new research to do just this kind of transformation, using renewably sourced energy to turn water and atmospheric carbon dioxide back into hydrocarbons. Building momentum as fast as we can will limit the materials bill for the huge changes that decarbonization will entail.
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2 years ago Read more at MIT Technology Review

Bedfont® are hosting an insightful webinar, “World Asthma Day 2024: How FeNO testing can empower and educate healthcare professionals and patients alike.” Leading the discussion is Carol Stonham MBE, a seasoned Respiratory Care Nurse and PCRS Policy Lead. The webinar will highlight Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) testing.
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2 years ago Read more at News-Medical.Net

More than 3 million people with Medicare could be eligible for coverage of Wegovy now that the blockbuster weight loss drug is also approved in the U.S. for heart health. Some eligible beneficiaries could still face out-of-pocket costs for the highly popular and expensive drug, KFF said. The program's prescription drug plans could spend an additional net $2.8 billion if just 10% of the eligible population, an estimated 360,000 people, use the drug for a full year.
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2 years ago Read more at CNBC

The first time Diego López was shot was in the 1990s. His body was shielded from the bullet, thanks to his leather jacket. He went to the hospital but skipped treatment, fearing he would be questioned by police. Now, at 50, he has nine scars where bullets pierced his body and one missing finger.
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2 years ago Read more at WHYY

Ronit Freeman and colleagues describe steps they took to manipulate DNA and proteins to create cells that look and act like cells from the body. This accomplishment, a first in the field, has implications for efforts in regenerative medicine, drug delivery systems, and diagnostic tools. Subscribe for FREE Cells and tissues are made of proteins that come together to perform tasks and make structures. Without it, cells wouldn’t be able to function.
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2 years ago Read more at Technology Networks

Twenty Long Island students have qualified for the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles next month. At least 25% in each category were selected for the second round of judging in March at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. The winners will now go on to the international fair, to be held from May 11-17.
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2 years ago Read more at Newsday

Africa Data Center Market to reach $6.46 billion by 2029 from $3.33 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 11.7% The Africa data center market has the presence of IT infrastructure providers such as Arista Networks, Atos, Broadcom, Cisco Systems, Dell Technologies, Arup, Abbeydale Projects, REDCON Construction, Raya Information Technology, and others. As smart cities progress, advanced technologies, including 5G, IoT, and AI, will boost internet speed and data flow
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2 years ago Read more at Yahoo Finance

Dove Science Academy said it will be the first Pre-K through 12th grade school in the country to use the new WiFi standard called "WIFI-7. Dove Schools is currently remodeling its new facility in preparation of merging Dove High School to its campus next year. That means nearly 1,000 students will be using Chromebooks on campus connected to the same network.
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2 years ago Read more at news9.com KWTV

Stax LLC is a global strategy consulting firm serving corporate and private equity clients across a broad range of industries including software/technology, healthcare, business services, industrial, consumer/retail, and education. Andrew Keller brings more than six years of experience in corporate finance and strategy at private equity-backed portfolio companies. Stax is also broadening its sector expertise in the healthcare and consumer sectors in London.
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2 years ago Read more at PR Newswire

Langford’s team modified some of the mythical parameters. The aircraft replaced feathers and wax with carbon-­fiber wings. Langford and his team set their sights on Santorini.
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2 years ago Read more at MIT Technology Review