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FEATURE (THE CONVERSATION) — Chemists invented PFAS in the 1930s to make life easier: Nonstick pans, waterproof clothing, grease-resistant food packaging and stain-resistant carpet were all made possible by PFAS. But in recent years, the growing number of health risks found to be connected to these chemicals has become increasingly alarming. PFAS – perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances […]
The former NuHart Plastic Manufacturing plant, which has been demolished. Once workers started digging at the former NuHart Plastic Manufacturing site they discovered the toxic soil was deeper than originally thought. [ more › ]
Thanks to improvements in sensor design, iPhone and Android smartphones are gaining traction with enthusiast and professional creators. However, one area that has lagged behind developments in imaging sensors is image stabilization. In a significant development, a recent patent granted to Apple hints at a potential game-changer in this field. [Read More]
Chemists invented PFAS in the 1930s to make life easier: Nonstick pans, waterproof clothing, grease-resistant food packaging and stain-resistant carpet were all made possible by PFAS. But in recent years, the growing number of health risks found to be connected to these chemicals has become increasingly alarming. PFAS – perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances – are now either suspected or known to contribute to thyroid disease, elevated cholesterol, liver damage and cancer, among other...
Carbon dots (CDs) are an intriguing class of nanomaterials that have attracted a great deal of attention in recent years. These carbon-based materials possess excellent fluorescence properties, making them highly appealing for a wide range of applications.
BMET Limited submitted its plans to turn a Derbyshire quarry into a water park resort more than two years ago, with several years before that involving further development and negotiations. Sign up for newsletters from The Star Now the firm has submitted a flurry of new documents responding to Derbyshire County Council’s formal notice requesting more information – or face the application being rejected – which the authority issued in June 2022. The developers, who unveiled their plans for Crich...
BMET Limited submitted its plans to turn Crich Quarry into a water park resort more than two years ago, with several years before that involving further development and negotiations. The site is less than an hour’s drive from Sheffield. Now the firm has submitted a flurry of new documents responding to Derbyshire County Council’s formal notice requesting more information – or face the application being rejected – which the authority issued in June 2022. The developers, who unveiled their plans...
Actor and co-founder of Pageboy Productions Elliot Page is set to bring a captivating love story set in space to the big screen.Pageboy Productions has optioned the author Eliot Schrefer's 2021 love story centering on two young men on a rescue mission. Author Eliot Schrefer plans a sequel, 'The Brightness Between Us,' scheduled for October release. “We are proud to stand behind Eliot’s remarkable work. The Darkness Outside Us is exactly the type of story we want to champion at PAGEBOY – it’s...
The Texas Water Development Board announced that it recently approved amendments to the first Texas regional flood plans which recommended additional flood risk and impact solutions, bringing the total estimated cost of those solutions for all 15 districts to more than $54 billion.
By Michael Hutchins Herald Democrat As construction on nearly $35 billion of high-tech industrial sites continues in south Sherman, private development is turning its eye… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Baltimore fire crews pulled a person from the water Monday. SkyTeam 11