World’s first 3D printed school in Madagascar
Nonprofit organization Thinking Huts wants to build the world’s first 3D-printed teaching institution in Madagascar, collaborating with established organizations and local workers. The school building will feature modular, honeycomb-shaped units powered by solar energy. The school’s hybrid design is said to cost half the amount of conventional construction costs by combining efficient 3D printing technology […]
Scientists create tear organoids that cry, can treat eye disorders
These were created out of tear-producing cells
Are Pfizer and Moderna vaccines gene therapy?
A Reuters fact-checking report says one man’s claims against the mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines are false
Spacecraft launches to clean up space junk
Elsa-d is the world’s first-ever commercial mission demonstrating a space debris removal system
[WATCH] Solar powered lighting fixture turns saltwater into freshwater
The inexpensive prototype utilizes solar energy and collects seawater to create a solar desalination skylight which emits natural diffused light. This device produces drinking water and uses leftover salt brine to create energy to be used as a light.
Does harsh parenting lead to stunted brain growth in children?
A new study found that repeated anger, yelling, hitting or shaking can have long-term repercussions on children’s brain development
Toronto-based artist sells first-ever digital house in the world for over $600,000
The mars-based house may be worth more than your own real-life house
Is the government tracking our cell phones?
Both Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor John Tory admitted to obtaining cell phone data to track people during the pandemic, raising ethical and legal questions
Psychedelic drug could ‘reset’ brain
Researchers believe a hallucinogen drug may be the answer for treating depression. The powerful drug is currently being trialled, and researchers think it could ‘reset’ the depressed brain. The breakthrough could benefit those who don’t respond well to traditional pills for depression. Participants in the trial will be given the drug, which will be followed […]
1,200 creatives to launch artwork to moon
Fly me to the moon! Toronto-based writer Samuel Peralta is sending a time capsule of writing, artwork, music, and more from 1,200 international creatives to the moon. Dubbed The Peregrine Collection, Peralta hopes that his lunar cargo will spread joy to others and inspire hope during this difficult time. He said that The Peregrine Collection […]
