If fruit is going to be grown using herbicides – which is still largely the case – then the fewer of the chemicals that are used, the better. The Herbicide GUSS autonomous robotic spray vehicle was designed with just such concerns in mind. Manufactured by California-based startup GUSS Automation (GUSS standing for Global Unmanned Spray System), the sprayer looks a […]
Herbicide Orchard Sprayer
Exercise Tunes Our Genes
Our health is guided not only by our genetic blueprint but also by our lifestyle choices and environmental exposures. The study of epigenetics involves looking at what particular markers regulate gene expression. Just because someone may have a genetic predisposition to a certain illness, for example, doesn’t mean they will necessarily get sick. The expression of certain genes can be […]
High Tech Motorised Stroller
Although pushing a baby in a stroller certainly is easier than carrying it, some effort still is required. The Ella stroller is designed to make things easier, with electric-assist motors, a Hands-Free mode, and various other “smart” features. Currently the recipient of an Innovation Award at CES, Ella is manufactured by Canadian startup Glüxkind – the company takes its name […]
Residue From Detergents Harm Guts Health
New research is questioning the safety of certain chemicals used in dishwashing detergents after intestinal cell models revealed high doses of components in rinse aids can damage gut health. Commercial dishwashers are designed for maximum efficiency, blasting dirty dishes with detergent and then a rinse aid across two quick cycles lasting a couple of minutes using minimal water. A new […]
Zerowheel Ab Exercise Tool
So-called “ab wheels” are widely used to build core strength, with some models offering a limited amount of resistance via spring mechanisms or elastic bands. The ZeroWheel takes things further, however, by incorporating an adjustable-output electric motor. The device was invented by MIT motor control expert Dr. Neil Singer, when he was using conventional exercise equipment to alleviate back problems. […]
Solve The Single Use Crisis
We’re told repeatedly not to use single-use plastics or create waste by using throwaway dishes, but that might not be true anymore. Mobi Ecoware is a new and eco-friendly disposable plate you can purchase at Walmart or on Amazon. And get this: it’s completely compostable and made out of sugarcane pulp. As mentioned above, this plate is made from the […]
Tracking Cholera Through Diarrhea
When it comes to communicable diseases, it’s important to identify the source of an outbreak as soon as possible. In the case of cholera, a new toilet sensor could help, by detecting how many people in a given area are experiencing one of the main symptoms – diarrhea. The prototype device was developed by a team at the Georgia Institute […]
Odesa Expo 2030
Once the war with Russia is over, Ukraine will need to rebuild. As a small part of this effort, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has revealed plans to host a global trade fair in the country’s port city Odesa. Assuming it goes ahead, the event will be centered around demountable pavilions that are powered by sustainable tech that can feed excess power back […]
Mushroom Fruiting Chamber
For indoor gardeners who want to try something a bit more exotic, cultivating mushrooms can be rewarding and FirstBuild’s Mella smart mushroom fruiting chamber promises to take some of the guesswork out of the challenge. New Atlas recently got its hands on one and we put it through its paces. Here’s what we found. For centuries, mushrooms have been a mystery and […]
Beyond Good Chocolate
Beyond Good is an appropriate name for a company that produces the sweet deliciousness of chocolate as well as coveted vanilla. The “beyond” label serves a double purpose — it also applies to the company’s conservation efforts and sustainability practices. The company’s mission is to provide quality products as close to the source as possible. Inasmuch, it set up shop in Madagascar, near to […]