Sat.May 06, 2023

article thumbnail

Rats can move objects in virtual reality using only their thoughts

New Scientist

By reading a rat's intentions from its brain patterns, an AI can help the rodent move objects in a virtual environment

145
145
article thumbnail

This Frog May Be the First Amphibian Known to Pollinate Flowers

Scientific American

A tiny, orange Brazilian tree frog may be the first known amphibian pollinator, further broadening our understanding of which animals perform this crucial biological function

101
101
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - April 29 to May 5; Major Shale Gas Wastewater Spill; 6 More Abandoned Well NOVs

PA Environment Daily

From April 29 to May 5, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 626 inspection entries that resulted in reporting 60 violations of environmental regulations-- 42 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 18 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry. So far this year-- as of April 28 -- DEP issued 1,897 formal notices of violation to conventional operators and 543 to unconventional shale gas operators based on 5,367 inspections of c

Waste 97
article thumbnail

Dozens of countries have tamed malaria, but can we eradicate it?

New Scientist

Many countries and territories have malaria-free status, however, this may be very difficult to achieve in parts of Africa where the parasite is endemic

75
article thumbnail

Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

article thumbnail

Citizen Complaint, Company Report Results In DEP Inspection Finding 63,000 Gallon Wastewater Spill At Seneca Resources Shale Gas Well On State Game Lands In Elk County; More Leaks, Spills

PA Environment Daily

A citizen complaint and a report by Seneca Resources Co. LLC resulted in a May 3 DEP Oil and Gas inspection finding an estimated 63,000 gallon spill of wastewater on State Game Lands at the WT 2587 302H 5318 well site in Jones Township, Elk County. The spill happened on April 26 at about 7:30 a.m. According to the DEP inspection report , “The initial spill occurred when a cast iron gate valve failed as the operator was pumping production water to a stimulation operation on the E09-U pad.

article thumbnail

Calorie boost may explain why adults evolved ability to digest milk

New Scientist

Why some people evolved the ability to digest milk in adulthood hasn't been clear, but the extra calories that young children got may have been key

76

More Trending

article thumbnail

Bison lick each other's wounds after a traumatic experience

New Scientist

Communal wound licking has been documented in a hoofed mammal for the first time.

98
article thumbnail

Saturday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 5.6.23

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session May 22, 23, 24, June 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22 -- Committee Schedule Senate holds Regular Session May 8, 9, 10, June 5, 6, 7, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- Attorney General Henry Charges 2 With Criminal Risking Catastrophe Charges Related To Work On Natural Gas Pipeline In Lawrence County; Pipelines Have Worst Environmental Compliance Record In PA [PaEN] -- PittsburghUnionProgress.com: 2 Charge