What if one day cats became hypoallergenic? A US company is currently conducting tests to achieve such a feat. To do this, the researchers use the controversial CRISPR-Cas9 genetic scissors. However, you should know that such an undertaking poses some problems. Remove protein An allergy to cats can

An MP recently tabled a bill aimed at combating the illegal dumping of used gloves and masks. If the National Assembly adopts this law, this kind of behavior could be worth a fine of 300 euros to offenders. The MEP believes that in the face of the resurgence of this bad behavior, it is incumbent on

In recent years, various researchers have warned about the damage of blue light on the eyes, or the impact on sleep. This time, an American dermatologist believes that this light emanating from screens can affect the epidermis. It would indeed be a question of an acceleration of the aging of the ski

American researchers conducted a study of data from many weather stations. According to the results, intolerable heat/humidity combos have recently appeared on Earth. And yet, the researchers did not expect such extreme episodes for thirty years! Wet bulb Whether in extreme hot or cold climates, hu

A French group specializing in textile membranes explains that its latest creation is able to overcome 99.5% of the presence of the virus on its surface. The secret lies in the integration of silver particles in the membrane. A fabric with silver particles A virus-killing fabric, the French group S

A new study published in the journal Cell raises the possibility that some of us are already immune to Covid-19. An interesting hypothesis, but not unanimous. Several researchers argue that the coronavirus crisis is now behind us, or about to be, thanks to the principle of cross-immunity . If thei

If smoking a cigarette only takes a few minutes, its effects on the environment persist over time. A recent infographic shows that the tobacco industry is very polluting. A very telling infographic In the world, more than a billion people consume tobacco in different forms. With a phenomenal number

A recent study estimates that black Americans are about twice as likely to die from Covid-19 as white people. Latinos and Asians are also better off than them. Thus, this research is a reminder of the significant inequalities that divide the country in terms of health. Incredible inequalities in th

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many humans are now wearing single-use protective masks. For ecological reasons, a team of Australian researchers has therefore developed a new type of mask. Composed of natural fibers, it is biodegradable. A biodegradable material The protective mask is a very importa

Non-invasive technologies could in the future help detect our nutritional deficiencies. A prototype centered on vitamin C is currently under development. Vitamin C is involved in many processes in the body. One of its main functions is to help the body make collagen , a protein present in all the s

In the United States, health services have released preliminary results from a major clinical trial. It is a question of a drug whose injection every two months would make it possible to be protected against the AIDS virus. It is a less restrictive prevention solution than PrEP tablets, which must b

The American connected watch manufacturer Fitbit is currently developing an algorithm as part of the fight against Covid-19. This is to allow watches, in the future, to accurately detect the coronavirus even before the first symptoms appear. But how can this be possible? Early warning According to

A few years ago, a British researcher believed that peoples exposure to aluminum should be limited. In a new study, this same researcher provides new evidence that aluminum promotes the development of Alzheimers disease. A second study to confirm a first hypothesis Lets first remember that aluminum

Between 2012 and 2019, an unknown bacterial disease affected New Caledonia. However, the fifteen people infected (4 deaths) all had in common to have been in contact with bats. A local study group is trying to learn more about this disease. An unknown disease Since the beginning of the Covid-19 epi

Regardless of the nature of the symptoms, their mere appearance generates in the persons concerned the need to go to documentation and therefore to practice self-diagnosis on the Web . However, according to a recent Australian study, the specialized sites responding to this type of request are rathe

A close neighbor of China, Taiwan has coped with the Covid-19 crisis brilliantly. Indeed, the country has not been confined and its balance sheet is among the lowest in all of Asia. Even better, Taiwan is continuing its research, so much so that a local team has just discovered a monoclonal antibody

While research to find a vaccine continues, the scientific community remains cautious. This is a reminder of the possibility that no one will be able to develop the right formula for such a vaccine. Some difficulties are hampering research, and this would be partly due to the fact that Covid-19 is u

In these times of crisis linked to Covid-19, we are trying to save furniture in Japan. A local spa has leveraged technology to develop a new type of relaxation experience. This allows you to immerse yourself in an onsen in virtual reality. An onsen in VR Some virtual reality (VR) experiences allow

An American company has developed an accessory that is rather confusing at first glance. It is a combination intended to bring together two incompatible notions:nightlife and the Covid-19 epidemic. A real protective suit Might as well face the facts, the creators of the Production Club company were

A European project is focusing on so-called molecular farming by integrating tobacco plants into research. The fact is that these plants make it possible to produce tailor-made molecules. However, this kind of technique could be very useful for producing the future vaccine against Covid-19. Using t