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WHO says working from home creates “blurring of boundaries”
A report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) says working from home can blur the boundaries, with individuals working longer hours than before.
Female reproductive disorders may be heightened by obesity
Researchers find a link between obesity, metabolic hormones, and female reproductive disorders - suggesting obesity may elevate the risk.
Microplastics found in placenta and newborns
Researchers looking at plastics’ connection with pregnancy and children's health, find that placenta can absorb nanoplastics during pregnancy, affecting babies when born.
30,000 year-old carbon deposits are thawing in Siberia
Carbon, freeze-locked under ice over 30,000 years ago, is now thawing and being released into the climate as greenhouse gases.
Reducing malnutrition in care homes using AI
Possible new tech could help reduce malnutrition, improving overall health in long-term care homes using Artificial Intelligence
AI soil sensors could minimise fertiliser use in agriculture
Smart sensor AI technology can reduce environmental damage created by fertilisers, allowing farmers to use fertilisers less, and more effectively.
Drug gives 34% protection against lung cancer recurrence
The NHS have gained a new drug, atezolizumab, which can give 34% protection against lung cancer recurrence or death, post-chemotherapy.
Paris Agreement: Are governments doing enough to tackle deforestation?
While schemes to tackle deforestation have been moderately successful, their impact has been "tiny" compared to the promises of the Paris Agreement.
Five inventions that could change the world
The Innovate UK grant will sponsor the development of inventions - from 3D-printed knee replacements to a device that recycles shower water for washing machines.
What social risk factors affect obesity rates?
Risk factors such as living alone, poverty, low level of education and unemployment have all been linked to increased rates of obesity
Nanoplastics in snow: The extensive impact of plastic pollution
Plastic has been found everywhere, from plastic pollution in the oceans, to microplastics in food – researchers have now located nanoplastic particles in the snow.
Polyculture farming for marine aquaculture’s climate impact
Researchers looking at the climate impact of aquaculture find that food production can sustain a lower carbon footprint - with polyculture farming techniques.
The environmental competition to challenge coastal pollution
Geovation has launched a national challenge, to award £5000 to find a sustainable solution in tackling coastal pollution.
North America Analysis January 2022
We welcome 2022 with our January volume of North America Analysis - we hear from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, who explain how they hold the line on African swine fever in Puerto Rico.
LED-illuminated fishing nets cut 95% of bycatch, protecting threatened species
A new study highlights the benefits of LED illuminated fishing nets, which reduce the bycatch of sharks and skates while still sustaining catch rates of target species – as well as protecting others.
Poor housing creates respiratory health issues for Indigenous children
In First Nation communities in Canada, poor housing conditions lead to frequent rates of respiratory infections - especially in children under three.
Tiny “falloposcope” can detect early ovarian cancer
Scientists invented the ‘falloposcope’ to detect early-stage ovarian cancer - now, making history, a surgeon successfully used the device to capture images of fallopian tubes.
‘Artificial pancreas’ uses algorithm to protect body from diabetes
Scientists have created an 'artificial pancreas' that uses an algorithm to protect the body - especially ground-breaking for young children with type 1 diabetes.
Scientists find there are 70% fewer pollinators, due to air pollution
Air pollution significantly reduces pollination by confusing butterflies and bees, lessening their ability to sniff out crops and wildflowers.
Binge-watching TV increases likelihood of blood clots by 35%
Scientists suggest taking breaks when binge-watching TV to avoid blood clots - with four hour sessions increasing the likelihood by 35%.