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Mars Society proposes institute for developing technology essential for Red Planet settlement
  • 19th Sep 2023

Mars Society proposes institute for developing technology essential for Red Planet settlement

Nonprofit organization the Mars Society has announced plans to establish the Mars Technology Institute (MTI), which will focus on developing the technology required to support human settlement on Mars. The MTI will initially focus on biotech projects, which require less funding than other areas of research. The Mars Society is seeking tax-deductible donations to fund the MTI.

Research Finds High Levels of Microplastics in Lake Tahoe
  • 16th Jul 2023

Research Finds High Levels of Microplastics in Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe has the third highest concentration of microplastics in the world, according to a study published in the journal Nature. Researchers found traces of microplastics in all of the 38 lakes and reservoirs they tested from six continents. The levels of microplastics in Lake Tahoe, which is less densely populated and has no sewage flowing into it, were higher than those in the ocean's garbage patches. The researchers are unsure how the plastics got into the freshwater lakes and are also examining the effects of the microplastics on the surrounding ecosystems.

What news can we find under Plastic News Section?

What is New in the World of Plastic?

Plastic, unlike a simple commodity you might dismiss after a single glance- have you ever asked yourself: What's new with plastic? Before your mind jumps to the classic image of discarded bottles and bags, let's turn this around. Can you imagine that within our topic of plastic resides an intricate web teeming with innovation and alarming insights?

The Innovation Side of Things

"Oh really?" I hear you say. Yes - truly! Let me tell you about innovations like bio-plastics. Scientists are always tinkering away, burning the midnight oil as they look for alternatives to traditional petroleum-based plastics that harm our environment. Imagine a corn or beetroot assuming its new role as your fresh baguette holder; now how fantastic would that be? This isn't just science fiction; it’s happening right now!

A Wake-Up Call – The Alarming Insights

We can’t neglect another crucial player under this important topic – 'plastic pollution'. Think about it - Every minute, one garbage truckload worth of plastic dumps into our oceans! Isn't this fact startling enough to jolt us awake from ignorance? These grim realities surrounding plastic use demand urgent action and change!

Talk about bustiness! We've basically discovered an entire Pandora's Box under what seemed like a standard topic: Plastic. It holds stories not only revolving around advancements, revolutionizing ideas but also alerts highlighting grave environmental challenges we face today.

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