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FDA issues recall for diabetes app after over 200 reported injuries
A software update is already available to address the issue. Tandem Diabetes CareThe t:connect mobile app can crash and drain the insulin pump's battery. The post FDA issues recall for diabetes app after over 200 reported injuries appeared first on Popular Science.
AI ethicists warn of ‘digital hauntings’ from dead loved ones
MaNana isn't real, but similar companies already exist outside of design fiction. Tomasz HollanekThe 'ghostbots' are coming. The post AI ethicists warn of ‘digital hauntings’ from dead loved ones appeared first on Popular Science.
Do collagen drinks actually do anything?
We know that collagen is good for us, but eating and drinking it is another question entirely.
Neuralink admits patient’s brain implant is partially ‘retracted’
The human patient reportedly is still able to use his implant safely. NeuralinkA number of threads have malfunctioned. The company hasn't said why. The post Neuralink admits patient’s brain implant is partially ‘retracted’ appeared first on Popular Science.
Roll the tape: What KT Tape taught me about muscles, magnesium, and my limitations
Tony WareI spent two days in Utah wrapped up in high-output activity, new KT Health recovery product reveals, and getting iced out in kinesiology tape. The post Roll the tape: What KT Tape taught me about muscles, magnesium, and my limitations appeared first on Popular Science.
Every human testicle examined in new study contained microplastics
Human testes contained nearly three times as many microplastics as the study's canine samples. Deposit PhotosThe toxic pollution really is that pervasive—and invasive. The post Every human testicle examined in new study contained microplastics appeared first on Popular Science.
Scotland suddenly has a lot of mosquitoes
The University of Glasgow launched a new project to surveil mosquito activity in Scotland. DepositPhotosSurprisingly large populations of mosquitoes have been detected all over the country. The post Scotland suddenly has a lot of mosquitoes appeared first on Popular Science.
Inside California’s $500 million investment in therapy apps for young people
The rollout has been slow. DepositPhotosAdvocates fear it won’t pay off. The post Inside California’s $500 million investment in therapy apps for young people appeared first on Popular Science.
How recycled beer yeast can remove lead from water
Researchers may not fully understand how 'biosorption' works, but its effects are clear. Deposit PhotosA single brewery in Boston could produce enough waste yeast to treat the entire city’s water supply. The post How recycled beer yeast can remove lead from water appeared first on Popular Science.
From toxic fungus to soy sauce superstar
The mold Aspergillus oryzae helps to make several fermented foods, including sake, soy sauce, and miso. Knowable MagazineToday the koji mold is a master fermenter, but it has a checkered past. The post From toxic fungus to soy sauce superstar appeared first on Popular Science.
Bird flu is not a dire threat for most of us—yet
The cattle outbreak is concerning because the country has been caught off guard. DepositPhotosH5N1 is bad for poultry and dairy cows. The post Bird flu is not a dire threat for most of us—yet appeared first on Popular Science.
Why are some people faster than others?
Physical ability isn’t just about muscle. Your brain plays an important role, too. DepositPhotosExercise scientists explain the secrets of running speed. The post Why are some people faster than others? appeared first on Popular Science.