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A team at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems (IKTS) has developed a new type of sodium-ion battery that uses lignin as a key electrode material. Lignin is a natural polymer found in trees. It basically acts like a glue, holding wood fibers together and giving the wood its strength. In the paper industry, however, it has little value and is usually burned to produce energy. The researchers saw potential in transforming this waste material into something far more valuable: a safe and cost-effective material for batteries.While there have been previous attempts to use wood materials instead of…

When I made the switch to eating whole foods over a decade ago, I realized I had a lot of food I no longer wanted to eat lurking in the pantry. If you’re making the switch or need to clean things out, here are some creative uses for junk food! I compiled a list of ways to use these for other household purposes. I hate to waste as much as the next person, but I finally had to realize that my body is not a garbage can. And I refused to use things just to finish what’s in the house. …

Each year, vast blooms of phytoplankton spread across the Southern Ocean, drawing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and fueling Antarctica’s marine food web. For decades, scientists have attributed these pulses of life to familiar forces – sunlight, winds, and ocean circulation. But new research suggests another, far less visible driver may be at work: earthquakes beneath the seafloor, whose activity may be influencing ocean surface conditions.In a new study led by researchers at Stanford University, scientists examined how deep-ocean earthquakes beneath the Southern Ocean may be influencing surface ecosystems around Antarctica. By combining satellite observations with seismic records, the team…

Using the largest sample of super-agers to date, scientists have found convincing evidence that supports what many of us have suspected: Longevity isn’t just about healthy lifestyle choices, but also a good draw in the genetic lottery.Researchers from Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigated what super-agers – people who enter their 80s with the cognitive function of those many decades younger – might have in common. And they found clear genetic evidence that their fundamental biology is playing a big part in living healthier for longer. This supports 2020 research that found the brains of super-agers actually look different, too.The team…

These Buffalo Chicken Meatball Sliders are a fun, flavor-packed appetizer made with Trader Joe’s Buffalo Style Chicken Meatballs, soft slider buns, melted provolone, and blue cheese dressing. They’re quick to make, crowd-friendly, and perfect for game day, parties, or busy weeknights when you want big flavor with minimal effort. Why I Like This Recipe As a registered dietitian, busy mom of two, and someone who’s originally from Buffalo, New York, this easy buffalo chicken slider recipe checks allllll my boxes. Packed with flavor? Check. Quick to make? Check. Family-friendly? Check. Filling and satisfying? Check. As a lifelong Bills fan, it’s…

The first-of-a-kind brain-stimulation device approved to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the US has had its efficacy questioned, with scientists believing that its Food and Drug Administration (US) approval was based on too small a study. Researchers are working hard to find non-invasive, drug-free ways to treat conditions such as ADHD and major depressive disorder (MDD), and there have been a lot of promising studies on experimental therapies. However, these new brain-stimulation devices don’t have a lot of data behind them.This is what scientists at Kings College London, in collaboration with researchers at the University of Southampton, found when reviewing…

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Once written off as novelties, e-dirt bikes have matured into serious off-road machines – it’s the one category that’s experiencing the most growth in the two-wheeled EV space. And now, NAVEE has just come up with its first-ever dirt bike.Just look at Stark Future’s numbers if you don’t believe me. The EV company delivered a 77% year-over-year sales growth to more than US$133 million in revenue for the full year of 2025, achieving a growth of 97% in the fourth quarter.And Stark isn’t the only one benefiting. Just look at how many electric dirt bikes and enduros have launched in…

Growing up and living in the south, I’m pretty familiar with pork barbecue. I’m also familiar with the fact that most barbecue places rely on high fructose corn syrup and other non-foods in their sauce. This Boston butt pork roast recipe avoids all that and simply uses delicious, whole food ingredients for the best taste.  Boston butt is one of the easiest cuts of pork to cut and it’s also one of the most affordable. I’ve been able to find Boston butt from pastured pork at great prices, and slow cooking this recipe makes it incredibly tender. Boston butt roast…

You might be more familiar with it as a versatile fibrous material or the staple food of giant pandas, but bamboo has now entered the health-food realm thanks to the first review into its dietary benefits. Those include aiding blood sugar regulation, fighting inflammation and improving gut health.Researchers from Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) have assembled the first review that assesses existing scientific studies into bamboo, the fastest growing plant on the planet. While it’s a common ingredient in many Asian diets, it isn’t that well known for its nutritional value.”Bamboo is already commonly eaten in parts of Asia and it…