Why Does Inflammation Seem to Underlie All Sickness?
Writing in 1889, the Swiss pathologist Ernst Ziegler observed that "a brief and precise definition of inflammation is altogether impossible." Even back then, experts like Ziegler recognized that inflammation manifests in different ways, and that
Ancient Maya Farms Revealed by Laser Scanning
That all changed when scientists began using lidar, a remote sensing technique that shoots lasers from low-flying planes. By measuring a laser's travel time, scientists can determine the shape of the ground within a few centimeters and create a pic
Fiber optics
Fiber-optic cables send light signals down a glass or plastic fiber thinner than a strand of hair. Reflective cladding surrounding that core boosts the signal in a technique called "total internal reflection." The speed of the light passing down
3D Printing with Copper
Traditionally, copper is a very popular material due to its thermal and electrical conductivity. Recent developments have opened new possibilities in additive manufacturing.
California Officially Slips Into 3rd World Status
As California's largest utility PG&E spins out of control, citizens are regressing to violence, prompting the company to erect concrete barricades around its facilities to 'protect its employees.'
Be Afraid America, Very Afraid! She's Back!!! (Part One)
I get no pleasure out of saying I told you so. I have been married as long as I have because my wife and myself have learned to not utter these words to each other because it leads to contempt. However, since February of 2017, I have said over two do
You Can Now Try the Firefox Private Network
Mozilla has relaunched its Test Pilot program, and kicked things off with a new project codenamed Firefox Private Network. This is essentially a VPN designed to protect you and your information when you're browsing the web using Firefox.
SpaceX Plans 24 Starlink Launches in 2020
SpaceX hopes to launch 24 Starlink missions in 2020 as the company builds out a broadband megaconstellation that could ultimately number close to 12,000 satellites according to SpaceX's Gwynne Shotwell.
Roku Adds 5 Free Channels for Cord-Cutters
Roku has added five new channels to The Roku Channel. All of which offer free content to Roku owners. The channels add sports coverage, local and national news coverage, award-winning journalism, investigative reports, and comedy specials.