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Slovak Agricultural University Receives Patent for Vegetable Chips Innovation

The Slovak University of Agriculture (SPU) has received a utility model patent for vegetable chips. The chips are produced by the university's Food Incubator, which allows the institution to bridge scientific research with practical implementation of innovative food products. The development represents the university's efforts to translate academic research into commercially viable food industry applications.

TASR/Teraz

|3 months ago

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Japanese startup rocket Kairos suffers third consecutive launch failure

A Japanese startup rocket called Kairos failed for the third time during its latest launch attempt, which was carrying five satellites. The repeated failures represent ongoing challenges for Japan's private space industry as companies work to develop reliable commercial launch capabilities. These setbacks highlight the technical difficulties facing startup rocket companies attempting to establish themselves in the competitive global satellite launch market.

SME

|3 months ago

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Documentary Explores Ocean Recovery During World War II

A new documentary narrated by David Attenborough examines how marine ecosystems experienced unexpected recovery during World War II, despite the global conflict raging above the surface. The film highlights how naval battles and nuclear testing created no-go zones for fishing vessels, particularly in the European North Sea, allowing underwater environments to regenerate significantly. Attenborough describes the period as the most turbulent in modern human history, yet notes that the ocean masses entered a phase of relative calm as dangerous wartime conditions prevented commercial fishing in large areas, giving marine life a chance to recover from decades of intensive exploitation.

Dennik N

|3 months ago

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Scientists warn 'forever chemicals' in food packaging and cookware may damage children's livers

Scientists are raising new warnings about synthetic PFAS compounds, known as 'forever chemicals,' which are ubiquitous in everyday environments including food packaging and cookware. Recent scientific research is shedding new light on the health threats these substances pose, particularly to young people, with studies showing they negatively affect liver function in children.

Aktuality

|3 months ago