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Ecology

Coffee has the ability to absorb toxic fumes

The first cup of coffee in the morning - what could be more wonderful! But did you know that the grounds left over from ground coffee in the coffee maker can also be very useful? If handled correctly, they can eliminate one of the worst smells in the world - the smell of sewer fumes.
09 February 2012, 16:38

Weightlessness affects the activity of many genes

Weightlessness affects the activity of almost 200 genes involved in virtually all key intracellular processes.
01 February 2012, 20:08

Household chemicals reduce the effectiveness of vaccinations

Children who had high levels of perfluorinated compounds had lower levels of diphtheria and tetanus antibodies in their blood.
25 January 2012, 20:26

Authorities have begun releasing data on air pollution in the Chinese capital

This is a response to numerous doubts about the completeness and veracity of the officially published information of the Beijing meteorological service, which has caused complaints from many Beijing residents.
23 January 2012, 16:57

Sunlight reduces the risk of inflammatory bowel disease

Living in sunny countries may reduce the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease, especially in people aged 30 and older.
24 January 2012, 19:45

The air inside office buildings is a source of toxic substances

In a first-of-its-kind study, scientists report that indoor air in offices is a major source of potentially toxic substances from carpeting, furniture, paint and other items.
19 January 2012, 20:37

High temperatures increase the risk of stillbirth and preterm labor

Scientists from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have conducted the first study in the world that has found a link between rising temperatures and the incidence of stillbirths, as well as premature births.
22 December 2011, 22:19

Scientists have assessed the impact of nitrogen on the earth

People, influencing the Earth's ecosystems, not only deplete its resources, but also cause warming on the planet. Another "trace" that people leave behind is nitrogen.
20 December 2011, 20:56

Wastewater treatment plants can be a source of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Water discharged into lakes and rivers from municipal wastewater treatment plants may contain significant concentrations of genes that make bacteria resistant to antibiotics.
12 December 2011, 12:57

Dust storms increase the risk of respiratory illnesses

Dust storms increase hospitalizations for chronic lung diseases, particularly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
07 December 2011, 20:29

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