New Atlasflipped into ScienceWhen does science cross an ethical line?By New AtlasScientists have created human-monkey chimera embryos, restored brain function in pigs hours after death, and used electrical pulses to prevent violent behavior in criminals. Sometimes crossing an ethical line in research is accidental, other times scientists can see the problem looming and ask questions early. Would you eat dog meat if it was grown from cells in a lab?
New Atlasflipped into ScienceOld drugs, new tricksBy New AtlasOld antibiotics being used as pain killers, a discontinued diabetes drug aiding cancer immunotherapy, and a common blood pressure medicine displaying lifespan-extending effects. These are just a few potential new uses being investigated for older, pre-approved drugs.
New Atlasflipped into CampingMosquitoes Latest Thermacell backyard repeller expands mosquito-free zone verified_publishernewatlas.com - By C.C. Weiss Thermacell's line of LPG- and battery-powered home and portable repellers offers one of the most convenient ways to keep mosquitos off your skin, …
New Atlasflipped into CampingDesign Tiny Bruno camping trailer lives large inside, outside and on the roof verified_publishernewatlas.com - By C.C. Weiss It never ceases to amaze what determined minds can make happen in the smallest of spaces. We've recently seen a few small camper vans that look …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceDinosaurs Fossil footprint from "cat-sized" baby stegosaur surprises scientists verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Ben Coxworth Although adult stegosaurs reached lengths of up to 9 m (30 ft) they still started out as small as a cat, if a recently-found footprint is anything to …
New Atlasflipped into Technology, Gear & GadgetsKickstarter Suction-cup-packin' lamp sticks it to darkness verified_publishernewatlas.com Sometimes there are places in a home that could really use a ceiling or wall light, but that it isn't worth hard-wiring one into. Well, that's where …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceVolcanoes New technique could help predict volcanic eruptions years in advance verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Anthony Wood Scientists have developed a new satellite-data-based early warning technique that could one day be used to predict volcanic eruptions years before …
New Atlasflipped into Technology, Gear & GadgetsTechnology Alexa-enabled sticky note printer churns out user-dictated reminders verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Ben Coxworth Despite the current onslaught of "smart" devices, the humble handwritten sticky-note reminder is still hanging in there. That said, Amazon is …
New Atlasflipped into TransportElectric Vehicles Startup launches three electric rides, reveals motorcycles in development verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Paul Ridden California's X Mobility Motors has launched its first three products – an electric skateboard, an electric kickscooter and a folding ebike. But …
New Atlasflipped into ArchitectureShenzhen Half-mile-long design institute to rise at the foot of Phoenix Mountain verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Adam Williams Shenzhen, China, isn't exactly lacking in huge buildings but a new university by Dominique Perrault Architecture and Zhubo Design, with engineers …
New Atlasflipped into ArchitectureArchitecture Elevated park brings together communities divided by aging railway yard verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Adam Williams An international collaboration made up of Diller Scofidio + Renfro, PLP Architecture, Carlo Ratti Associati, as well as Outcomist and Arup, is …
New Atlasflipped into Technology, Gear & GadgetsRemote Working LG prepares for return to school and office with ProBeam projectors verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Paul Ridden The global pandemic has seen many business people and students working from home. As lockdowns ease, offices and schools are starting to reopen and …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceScience Bizarre bones helped giant pterosaurs straighten up and fly light verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Michael Irving While dinosaurs roamed the Earth, flying reptiles called pterosaurs ruled the skies above. These included the largest animals to ever take flight, …
New Atlasflipped into Sciencefitness articles Short, intense workouts prove a quick, effective way to improve health verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Nick Lavars Integrating regular bouts of exercise into our busy schedules can sometimes be a tall order, but luckily science is starting demonstrate how short …
New Atlasflipped into TransportMercedes-Benz 478-mile Mercedes EQS brings top-of-range electric luxury verified_publishernewatlas.com - By C.C. Weiss Fast-building its EQ family, Mercedes-Benz brings all-electric power to the flagship of the brand: the S-Class. After months of teasing, it has …
New Atlasflipped into SpaceScience Astronomers detect new frequencies from mysterious fast radio bursts verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Michael Irving The mystery of fast radio bursts (FRBs) from space may be a step closer to being solved. Astronomers studying a repeating signal from a nearby galaxy …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceEnergy Whitest paint ever created could have air-con like cooling effects verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Nick Lavars The materials we coat our buildings with can have a big influence on their ability to reflect heat from the Sun and overall energy efficiency. …
New Atlasflipped into All StoriesBeowulf US Army to test Beowulf arctic amphibious all-terrain vehicle verified_publishernewatlas.com - By David Szondy BAE Systems has been engaged by the US Army to deliver two evaluation prototype arctic field vehicles by June 14, 2021. Called Beowulf, it's BAE's …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceObesity Heart disease drug reverses obesity in mice by targeting inflammation verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Nick Lavars Researchers are continuing to unravel the complex relationship between inflammation and obesity, and through a new study involving overweight mice …
New Atlasflipped into PhotographyUnited Kingdom The incredible overall winners of the 2021 Sony World Photography Awards verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Rich Haridy Following a couple of months of smaller announcements, the Sony World Photography Awards has revealed its professional winners and overall …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceSingapore Self-contained SmartFarm grows plants using water drawn from the air verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Ben Coxworth In many parts of the world there may not be much precipitation, but there is a fair amount of water vapor in the air – particularly at night. An …
New Atlasflipped into All StoriesHyundai Hyundai drops full specs on Santa Cruz pickup truck verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Aaron Turpen The long-awaited small pickup truck from Hyundai, the Santa Cruz, has finally been fully detailed. With the exception of fuel economy and cost, we …
New Atlasflipped into Science3D Printing Tusk-free ivory substitute can be 3D printed into complex shapes verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Ben Coxworth The international ivory trade has been banned for over 30 years now, which means that technicians restoring ivory artifacts have to get creative in …
New Atlasflipped into DronesDrones DJI doubles sensor size for 5.4K-shooting Air 2S drone verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Ben Coxworth It was just a year ago that DJI announced its compact-but-capable Mavic Air 2 quadcopter. Now, the company has shortened the name and doubled the …
New Atlasflipped into ebikesMotorcycles Biktrix rides for miles on its first moped-style Moto ebike verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Paul Ridden Canada's Biktrix, the company behind last year's impressive Juggernaut HD Duo electric fat bike, has launched its first moped-style ebike, the Moto, …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceHumanity Human-monkey chimera embryos created in lab for first time verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Michael Irving In a breakthrough new study, scientists have created human-monkey chimera embryos for the first time. These chimeras pave the way for more accurate …
New Atlasflipped into ArchitectureGreen Living Massive mixed-use development to bring a rainbow of color to Paris verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Adam Williams Influential French architect Jean Nouvel has been very busy lately. Following the unveiling of a hotel inserted into a desert mountain, then a …
New Atlasflipped into Technology, Gear & GadgetsDesign B&O reimagines the bookshelf speaker with the Beosound Emerge verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Paul Ridden Despite their squat stature, bookshelf speakers can rather stand out among the reading material and ornaments that might inhabit your typical …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceCancer Implantable ion pump delivers cancer drugs directly to the brain verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Nick Lavars Brain cancers are notoriously challenging to treat, often involving invasive surgeries to remove tumors from sensitive tissue. But the trouble …
New Atlasflipped into ScienceCement Cement-free concrete recipe bonds sand using alcohol verified_publishernewatlas.com - By Michael Irving Concrete is the most commonly used building material in the world, but unfortunately the cement used to make it carries quite a carbon footprint. …
