Exposure

The idea behind this filter is to uncover "hidden gem" content, which may not be easily found online, and bring it to the forefront of search results. In fact, the Perspectives tab is a response to a particular user search behavior known as the “Reddit trick.” This involves users adding 'Reddit' to their queries to bypass unhelpful SEO-optimized fluff and find valuable human insights. So now, with Perspectives, users have access to such insights shared beyond just Reddit. Visually, the tab resembles a Pinterest board…

There was a lot of hope in the mid-2010s that virtual reality would take off and become the next big thing in home entertainment. Many brands invested in VR headsets that would be connected to PCs and gaming consoles to take users seamlessly from a 2D environment to an immersive 3D world. While enthusiasts might have jumped on the bandwagon quickly, many consumers have yet to invest in the ever-prevalent technology, much to the chagrin of Meta (formerly Facebook) CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his burgeoning metaverse. The…

Heat production in skeletal muscle triggers the metabolic benefits that come with being exposed to cold temperatures, according to new research, challenging models that see fat tissue as responsible.In a peer-reviewed comment article, a team of Canadian researchers explain how muscles are the primary heat generator, and drive metabolism of glucose and lipids when temperatures drop.There's been a fair amount of interest in cold exposure, particularly as a drug-free option for managing obesity and its metabolic…

Projections of exposure risk trend for elderly. a, b Spatial distribution of exposure risk trend for elderly in cities under (a) SSP2-4.5 and (b) SSP5-8.5. An OLS liner regression of the exposure risk trend. The point estimates are statistically significant at p npj Urban Sustainability (2023). DOI: 10.1038/s42949-023-00118-9 Prof. Chen Mingxing's team at the Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research of…

A comprehensive study in 322 Chinese cities reveals that acute exposure to air pollution significantly increases the risk of arrhythmia, particularly atrial flutter and supraventricular tachycardia. The research indicates that the association is immediate and persistent, underscoring the need for effective protection strategies for at-risk individuals during heavy pollution.Can air pollution influence your heart? Recent research involving a comprehensive study of 322 cities in China, published in the Canadian Medical…

The U.S. ecosystem is riddled with PFAS. And anew study released this week by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) revealed that these toxic chemicals are in almost half of the country’s tap water.Biggest Forest Fire in New Mexico HistoryThis is the first time a government agency has tested for and compared PFAS found in private and public water supplies throughout the country. 45% of the locations tested positive for PFAS chemicals. This stands for per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances. They’re also commonly known as…

He also points out that it's rare for all parts of a software application to be entirely home-grown. He says, "Most coders use SDKs and code libraries that they have not personally vetted or analyzed, but rely upon nonetheless. I think AI-generated code -- for the time being -- will be in the same bucket as to legal implications." Also: ChatGPT and the new AI are wreaking havoc on cybersecurity in exciting and frightening ways Send in the trolls Sean O'Brien, a lecturer in cybersecurity at Yale Law School and founder…

A new study from Brown University reveals that prenatal exposure to “forever chemicals” (PFAS) is linked to higher body mass indices and increased obesity risk in children, emphasizing the need for ongoing research and policy adjustments to mitigate exposure risks.A federally funded study led by researchers at Brown University showed links between prenatal exposure to PFAS substances and slightly higher BMI in children.The risks of exposure to “forever chemicals” start even before birth, a new study confirms, potentially…

Humans have used the northern star to help safely navigate for thousands of years. But what if I said that there is a nebula hiding near Polaris, and now a photographer has managed to capture a beautiful image of that nebula? Photographer Harry Jones recently shared his capture of Polaris’ hidden nebula on both Reddit and Instagram. He also has a print available for sale on his website, showcasing the full beauty of the faint nebula that was first discovered in 2005 by amateur astronomer Steve Mandel.…

A study by ISGlobal suggests that prolonged exposure to air pollution significantly raises the risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes, including hospitalization, ICU admission, and death. The research involved over 4.6 million adults in Catalonia and showed links between increased exposure to pollutants like PM2.5, NO2, and BC and severity of COVID-19 cases. The findings highlight the importance of reducing air pollution to protect public health, particularly during pandemics.Greater exposure to PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide, and…