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40% of the top sunscreens don’t meet official guidelines for sun protection
When summer arrives, people turn to sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun . But a new study casts major concern over whether the most popular sunscreen brands actually protect users . A team of...
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New research suggests an unseen 9th planet may be tilting the solar system
Astrophysicists have long wondered why our sun is tilted at a different angle than the rest of the known solar system . While all eight known planets rotate on a flat plane within only a few degrees...
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New NASA probe will get closer to the sun than any spacecraft in history
Humanity has never before touched the sun , but that’s about to change. NASA is sending the Parker Solar Probe to the sun in 2018, and will get closer to the star’s surface than any other spacecraft...
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How the upcoming solar eclipse will affect 7 million homes and businesses
A total solar eclipse will block sunlight from reaching parts of the Earth for an estimated three hours on August 21. As a result, at least 7 million U.S. homes and businesses that rely on solar power...
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Solar-powered robotic umbrella tracks the sun to provide shade
What if you could sit outside in the shade all day without ever having to move your umbrella ? That’s the vision ShadeCraft brings to life with Sunflower – what they say is the world’s first...
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Green-roofed Albion Library in Toronto feels like an extension of your living...
It’s no surprise that the Albion Public Library is one of the busiest libraries in Toronto—its welcoming and light-filled atmosphere makes it feel like an extension of a cozy living room. Perkins+Will...
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Meet the solar-powered electric motorhome we’ve all been waiting for
Tesla and Cummins are making waves right now with their new electric-powered semi trucks, but one other long-range vehicle has yet to make a significant jump to greener pastures – until now. German...
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What are Microclimates, and Why are They Beneficial?
Are there really places on the earth where the elements magically combine to provide idyllic climates? Although the concept might seem a bit fantastical, microclimates do indeed exist, and are far...
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Groundbreaking new solar cell solves vexing high temperature issue
In our quest to replace fossil fuels with solar power, we have to first fix the solar cell , which typically stops working at temperatures above 100°C. Luckily, researchers at TU Wien may have just...
View ArticleSmart flower LOTUS moves in response to light
The recipe for this art display includes a dash of intrigue, a measure of intelligence and a full serving of “WOW” factor. LOTUS is a nature-inspired smart material that mirrors how flowers act when...
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