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Andropogon virginicus: Invasive weed that could treat human diseases

Bruna Soldera New, Trends October 19, 2021

The plant The active component of Andropogon virginicus seems to be capable of reducing complications related to diabetes and cancer, according to research from around the world. Invasive weeds like Andropogon virginicus jeopardize agricultural production and economic growth worldwide. As…Read more

Motivational Tactics: The Math Behind the Reward System

Bruna Soldera New, Trends October 14, 2021

The Reward System An internally motivated strategy controls how big an effort we put forth for accomplishing a goal. The question is: What motivates us to give our best effort toward any goal, however seemingly insignificant it may seem? Is…Read more

Young sea turtles trapped by plastic: Evolutionary Trap

Bruna Soldera New, Trends September 28, 2021

Turtles and plastic A study shows that plastic pollution traps young sea turtles over time. Infant sea turtles leave beaches to raise themselves on the ocean floor after hatching. In addition, over time, these currents have accumulated an increasing amount…Read more

The discovery of five new flora species in Bolivia by scientists

Bruna Soldera Inspiration, New, Trends August 24, 2021

Jacquemontia (Convolvulaceae) new species Researchers discovered five new species of Jacquemontia (Convolvulaceae) in two different South American countries, Bolivia and Peru. Check out below which ones. Bolivian and Peru are home to five new plant species discovered by researchers. All…Read more

What is DMT? Everything Researchers Know About It

Bruna Soldera Infographic, Trends August 17, 2021

What is DMT? DMT, or N, N-dimethyltryptamine, is a natural substance present in the leaves of an amazon plant named Psychotria Viridis, which is used within the Ayahuasca beverage that produces hallucinations and modifications in perception, emotion, and cognition for…Read more

Brain Food: Reduce Cognitive Decline With a Colorful Diet

Bruna Soldera Trends August 4, 2021

Brain healthy foods Researchers have discovered that people who consume at least half a serving of flavonoids-rich foods each day, such as strawberries, citrus fruits, and peppers, appear to have a decreased risk of cognitive decline. Flavonoids of both the…Read more

Brain Power: Why taking breaks is good for your brain?

Bruna Soldera Trends July 27, 2021

Short breaks can increase your brain power. Please take a short break right now and give your mind some time to focus and learn a new skill. Check out Mind the Graph Gallery illustrations related to the topic of this…Read more

Cannabis Bioavailability: all you need to know

Bruna Soldera Infographic, Trends July 19, 2021

If you want to know what science says about cannabis’ bioavailability and P450 cytochrome cannabinoids’ metabolism, this article is for you. Although there is not much data when it comes to cannabis-based medicines, studies have already allowed scientists to predict…Read more

Plastic Pollution: Are Microplastics Contaminants an Emerging Concern?

Bruna Soldera Trends July 13, 2021

plastic pollution ocean with microplastics

Almost 20 years have passed since researchers discovered the danger of microplastics – the majority of studies have focused on marine life. Any plastic fragment under 5 millimeters long is termed a microplastic. In the early days of microplastic research,…Read more

Arctic Sea Ice Thinning, in the Fast Lane

Bruna Soldera Trends July 8, 2021

The Arctic is thinning two times faster than expected. An updated model suggests that the sea ice along the coasts of the Arctic is thinning two times faster than expected. Nature is deteriorating with increasing global warming and climatic changes.…Read more

Measuring Soil Macronutrients With a Tongue

Bruna Soldera Trends July 5, 2021

How to measure macronutrients in the soil? Fortunately, no one needs to lick soil to measure the nutrients present in it. Scientists like Dr. Maria L. Braunger and Dr. Antonio Riul Jr are working on an electronic tongue to do…Read more