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New Proposal Suggests the Anthropocene Began in the 1950s

Geologists divide time into epochs or series, with subdivisions, according to major variations in rock sequences. Those divisions may be recalibrated as new evidence appears. Organizations like the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), academics, and other experts have sought to create a unified time scale so that ...

Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda Causes 8 Deaths

In recent days, 27 cases of Marburg disease have been reported in the Republic of Rwanda, and nine patients have now died according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This is the first Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda. Most of the infected individuals are healthcare workers who came into ...

Knitted Beanie Hats Help Record Cat Brain Activity

A knitted beanie hat fitted with electrodes enables researchers to conduct EEG scans on cats while awake. The new design could aid researchers and veterinarians alike in diagnosing various health conditions like chronic pain from osteoarthritis, and lead to the development of new treatments. The corresponding ...

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