Did you know that when Alligators breathe Helium, their voices change? This change occurs just like in humans, due to inhaling helium. Takeshi Nishimura, an associate professor at Kyoto University’s Primate Research Institute, along with his team, answered this bizarre question and won the 2020 Ig Nobel Acoustics Prize. Their research revealed that alligators, like … Read more
A Cambridge-based company has unveiled an electric car battery that charges in 5 minutes. So that drivers can recharge their vehicles effectively and arrive at their destinations on schedule. Nyobolt has developed this innovative charging solution, which is comparatively faster than other batteries like Tesla superchargers. This start-up company provides specialized solutions in battery technology. … Read more
Mosquitoes are considered as one of the deadliest incest to human, what if they are not just pests but heroes in the fight against deadly diseases? However, then, you could live free from the fear of mosquito-borne illnesses. A team of scientists from the World Mosquito Programme found a method to transform mosquitoes by leveraging … Read more
Researchers have found a new species of Piranha-like fish with human teeth and Sauron eye markings in the Amazon River. Neotropical Ichthyology researchers found this new species while conducting a genetic analysis of M. schomburgkii and named it M. sauron. Carnivorous Piranha and Sauron are from the same family. The name was inspired from ” … Read more
The creator of roller blades has developed an innovative fitness solution: a RowBike, so everyone can do strength and cardio at the same time. Scot Olson and his crew started a new company, RowBike, Inc., in 2015. Recently, Barry Farber, a well-known athlete and sports marketer, joined the crew as the head of marketing. This … Read more
Cambridge scientists have developed a device that gives an extra thumb to augment human abilities. So it enables users to accomplish tasks with unprecedented efficiency and versatility. British product designer Dani Clode designed this tool with a focus on enhancing accessibility for disabled people and promoting greater independence. This device receives power from the user’s … Read more
A leading Japanese company invented an electric spoon that makes food taste saltier without adding salt, so you no longer need to add extra salt. Kirin Holdings introduced this electric spoon to reduce salt intake and promote a healthier lifestyle. Meiji University Nobel Prize-winning professor Homei Miyashita co-developed it. This spoon passes a weak current … Read more
The VabsRider, a split-seat bicycle saddle innovated by an Australian engineer, that moves with the legs to ensure comfort, so now cyclists can ride long- distances without discomfort. Later, the inventor Robin Macan collaborated with Philippe Guichard and Whistle Design Group, which is based in Melbourne, Australia. This innovative technology of the VabsRider not only moves according to the cyclist’s leg movements but also prevents … Read more
