Researchers in Japan say they have found a way to recycle coloured plastics without losing quality — a breakthrough that could help tackle growing waste problems. Packaging often uses bright colours to attract buyers, but…
Air pollution levels of incense-burning temples far exceeds…
A recent study shows that concentrations of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from incense burning both inside and outside temples could be 6 times and 4 times of the recommended levels respectively. In addition, the more temples…
Nearby forest loss predicts future deforestation on protected…
By Eric Hamilton MADISON – Protected forests are unlikely to be cut down when they are surrounded by intact forests. Conversely, the more degraded the boundaries of a protected area are, the more likely that…
Potential Indicator for Obesity Risk Detected during Sleep
Tsukuba, Japan—Researchers show that low metabolic flexibility is associated with reduced fat metabolism during sleep. Professor Kumpei Tokuyama and his team of researchers at the University of Tsukuba have been studying metabolism during sleep. "We…
Antibody Cocktail Therapy Center Opens in Sendai
Miyagi Prefecture and Tohoku University Hospital have set up an Antibody Cocktail Therapy Centre in Sendai. The treatment, which involves artificial monoclonal antibodies administered through an intravenous drip, is aimed at preventing patients with mild…