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May162024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

First Cow-to-Human Transmission of Bird Flu A(H5N1) Confirmed in US

The transmission of the highly pathogenic bird flu A(H5N1) from a cow to a dairy farmer in the US marks a significant development in our understanding of the virus's behavior and potential risks to public health. This event, the first confirmed cow-to-human transmission of the virus, sheds light on its ability to jump from birds to mammals and underscores the importance of monitoring livestock for signs of infection. The case, which manifested as inflammation in the eye rather than respiratory symptoms, was swiftly identified and reported. This prompt response, coupled with the unique presentation of the virus in humans, provides valuable insights into its transmission dynamics and potential impact on human health. The identification of a specific genetic change in the virus associat...

Scientists Develop Novel “Cage of Cages” Material for Greenhouse Gas Capture

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In a significant breakthrough, scientists have engineered a groundbreaking porous material, described as a "cage of cages," designed to trap carbon dioxide (CO2) and other potent greenhouse gases, potentially offering a promising solution to combat climate change. Synthesized through a meticulous two-step process by researchers in the UK and China, this innovative material boasts a unique molecular structure composed of triangular prism building blocks assembled into larger, symmetrical tetrahedral cages. This molecular architecture, a first of its kind, exhibits exceptional potential for capturing and storing greenhouse gases effectively. According to Marc Little, a senior author of the study and a materials scientist at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, this discovery holds tremen...

Study Finds Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Car Cabin Air

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A concerning new study has revealed that individuals are inhaling cancer-causing chemicals while inside their cars. Published in Environmental Science & Technology, the research analyzed the cabin air of 101 electric, gas, and hybrid cars manufactured between 2015 and 2022, uncovering alarming levels of toxic flame retardants. The study found that a staggering 99% of cars contained a flame retardant known as TCIPP, currently under investigation by the US National Toxicology Program as a potential carcinogen. Additionally, most vehicles also harbored two other carcinogenic flame retardants, TDCIPP and TCEP, linked to neurological and reproductive harm. Lead researcher Rebecca Hoehn, a toxicology scientist at Duke University, emphasized the gravity of the findings, particularly con...