Life Sciences Feeding grazing cattle seaweed cuts methane emissions by almost 40% Seaweed is once again showing promise for making cattle farming more sustainable. A new study by researchers at the University of California, Davis, found that feeding grazing beef cattle a seaweed supplement in pellet form reduced their methane emissions by almost 40% without affecting their health or weight. The study was published today (Dec. 2) […] Written by Admin December 3, 2024December 3, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Understanding how a red seaweed reduces methane emissions from cows Methane is the second-largest contributor to climate warming after carbon dioxide, and so scientists have put a lot of attention toward addressing one of the top sources: methane emissions from livestock. In other words, cow burps and flatulence are bad for the planet. Farmers add various seaweeds to cow diets as a source of protein, […] Written by Admin July 24, 2024July 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Blood sausages and yak milk: Bronze Age cuisine of Mongolian nomads unveiled Bronze cauldrons were used by the inhabitants of the Mongolian steppe around 2,700 years ago to process animal blood and milk. This is shown by a protein analysis of archaeological finds from this period. Scattered across the Eurasian steppe, archaeologists repeatedly come across metal cauldrons from the Bronze Age during excavations. However, it was previously […] Written by Admin June 6, 2024June 6, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences High H5N1 influenza levels found in mice given raw milk from infected dairy cows Mice administered raw milk samples from dairy cows infected with H5N1 influenza experienced high virus levels in their respiratory organs and lower virus levels in other vital organs, according to findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The results suggest that consumption of raw milk by animals poses a risk for H5N1 infection […] Written by Admin May 25, 2024May 25, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Understanding cattle grazing personalities could foster sustainable rangelands Not all cattle are the identical with regards to grazing. Some prefer to wander whereas others favor to remain near water and relaxation areas. Recognizing these persona variations might assist ranchers choose herds that greatest meet grazing wants on rangelands, main to raised animal well being and environmental circumstances, in response to a brand new […] Written by Admin March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Pig welfare outweighs climate concerns for consumers Pork production is a societal concern on several fronts: antibiotics use, infectious disease, poor animal welfare and climate and environmental pressures. Even though the beef, coffee and chocolate industries are each major climate culprits, the world’s total consumption of pork emits hundreds of millions of tons of CO2 every year. But are you willing to […] Written by Admin October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
FDA approves globally first obesity pill Novo Nordisk has once again made medical history. Following the success of injectable GLP-1 therapies for obesity and diabetes, the FDA has approved the first oral GLP-1 pill specifically for weight loss: Wegovy. While the oral semaglutide formulation Rybelsus has been available for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy as a pill represents the first FDA-approved oral […] Written by Thomas Gabrielczyk January 4, 2026January 4, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Eco-Friendly CoAl2O4@ZnO Nanocomposite for Tetracycline Degradation In a groundbreaking study published in Scientific Reports, a team of researchers from various institutions has unveiled a novel approach to synthesizing cobalt aluminate (CoAl₂O₄) coupled with zinc oxide (ZnO) nanocomposites. This research, spearheaded by Nejadkhorasani, Zali Boeini, and Taghavi Fardood, explores the green synthesis of these nanocomposites using the natural gum of Amygdalus scoparia […] Written by Bioengineer January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
FDA approves globally first obesity pill Novo Nordisk has once again made medical history. Following the success of injectable GLP-1 therapies for obesity and diabetes, the FDA has approved the first oral GLP-1 pill specifically for weight loss: Wegovy. While the oral semaglutide formulation Rybelsus has been available for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy as a pill represents the first FDA-approved oral […] Written by Thomas Gabrielczyk January 4, 2026January 4, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Eco-Friendly CoAl2O4@ZnO Nanocomposite for Tetracycline Degradation In a groundbreaking study published in Scientific Reports, a team of researchers from various institutions has unveiled a novel approach to synthesizing cobalt aluminate (CoAl₂O₄) coupled with zinc oxide (ZnO) nanocomposites. This research, spearheaded by Nejadkhorasani, Zali Boeini, and Taghavi Fardood, explores the green synthesis of these nanocomposites using the natural gum of Amygdalus scoparia […] Written by Bioengineer January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Vast Freshwater Reserves Found Beneath Salinity-Stressed Coastal Bangladesh – State of the Planet At low tide, the research team had to walk through thick mud to get to a field site in the Sundarbans mangrove forest. Photo credit: Kerry Key Despite its tropical climate and floodplain location, Bangladesh—one of the world’s most densely populated nations—seasonally does not have enough freshwater, especially in coastal areas. Shallow groundwater is often […] Written by Columbia Climate School January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked