In this study, the authors tested whether the compound bromelain extracted from pineapples could protect skin cells from UV damage.
Read More...Protective effect of bromelain and pineapple extracts on UV-induced damage in human skin cells
In this study, the authors tested whether the compound bromelain extracted from pineapples could protect skin cells from UV damage.
Read More...Developing a Method to Remove Inorganic Arsenic from Rice with Natural Substances
In this study, the authors tested different approaches for removing arsenic from rice. Due to higher arsenic levels in water, some areas grow rice with higher levels as well. This is a health hazard and so developing methods to remove arsenic from the rice will be helpful to many. Using a rapid arsenic kit, the authors found that activated charcoal was the most effective at removing arsenic from rice.
Read More...Effectiveness of different fabrics in protecting from ultraviolet rays
The authors looked at how different blends of synthetic and non-synthetic fabrics protected against UV radiation.
Read More...The impact of light pollution on astrophotography and visual astronomy in varying environments
Locating carcinogenic per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances in Santa Clarita groundwater
This study investigates PFAS contamination in Santa Clarita groundwater, focusing on potential sources. The study employs statistical analysis to assess data quality and trends which allowed them to identified domestic waste, fire extinguisher materials, and food packaging as the most likely sources of contamination.
Read More...Implications of various pure tones on Phaseolus vulgaris and Gaultheria shallon
This study investigated how different sound frequencies (0, 1,000, 5,000, and 15,000 Hz) affect the growth of Phaseolus vulgaris and the transpiration rates of Gaultheria shallon. Although some differences in plant growth were observed, the authors found no consistent evidence that sound frequency enhanced overall growth or transpiration, highlighting the need for further research.
Read More...Improper storage of sunscreen might decrease effectiveness
This study explored sunscreen storage temperature affects the efficacy of sunscreen to block UV light.
Read More...The effects of potassium bromate on the apoptosis and survivability of human cell lines
The authors studied the effect of potassium bromate, a common food additive, to cell viability.
Read More...Glucose concentration and the longevity of cut roses: sugar-induced senescence
The authors examined the effect of varying glucose concentrations on cut rose longevity.
Read More...Growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and Escherichia coli when exposed to anti-acne vitamin A
The authors looked at the impact of vitamin A (retinol) on growth of S. epidermidis (most abundant bacterium on the skin) and E. coli (found in the gut microbiome, but not on the skin).
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