Bike Lights Equipped With Cameras, A.I. Could Save Lives

Numbering at upwards of 1 billion, there are now twice as many bikes in the world as there are cars. But just because there are more bicycles on the road these days doesn’t mean they’re always a safe form of transportation. In fact, cyclists are vulnerable for many reasons, including subpar infrastructure, dangerous motorists, and […]

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Zoned Out: Skipping Nightly Sleep Creates Mental Lags, Study Finds

The next time you’re sitting at your desk and totally space out, you might be able to blame a lack of sleep. A recent study by UCLA researchers found that sleep deprivation hinders communication between brain cells, leading to mental lags, according to USA Today. “We discovered that starving the body of sleep also robs neurons […]

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Innovative Digital Billboard Alerts Drivers to Traffic and Weather Problems

Billboards are known for being used to advertise a product or service. They’re typically a non-moving picture that says a few words and nothing else. Often times, there’s no bells and whistles on the billboard to help get to point across. However, one major company recently took their billboard advertising game to the next level […]

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New Method for Stem Cell Extraction From Wisdom Teeth

James Mah and Karl Kingsley, researchers at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, along with a few of their students, have developed a method for extracting a large amount of stem cells from wisdom teeth. According to Mah, director of UNLV’s advanced education program in orthodontics, doctor of dental surgery, and dental researcher, stem cells […]

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We’re Washing Athleisure Incorrectly, But New Line Makes Laundering Unnecessary

In recent years, athleisure has made gym wear a whole lot hipper and more attractive. Instead of grubby t-shirts and ill-fitting sweatpants or baggy shorts, numerous brands (and even celebrities) have made their mark in the fitness industry by creating garments that can make exercisers feel stylish without sacrificing on functionality. But when you work […]

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Financial Elder Abuse Still Rampant Across the United States

Every year, elder financial abuse costs Americans more than $36 billion. Sadly, one in every five senior citizens — age 65 years old or older — has been abused financially at some point in their lifetime. While this phenomenon has gotten lots of attention in recent years, it’s still difficult to track every instance of […]

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