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Deep in the Black Sea, researchers found what was heralded as the world s oldest intact shipwreck. The vessel had been well preserved despite sitting at the bottom of the sea for more than 2,400 years. Its remarkable condition was due to the oxygen-free conditions on the seabed, and the boat was found with its mast, rudders and rowing benches all present and correct just over a mile below the surface. When a ship sinks to the bottom of the sea, archaeologists usually expect the m
Having an Unhealthy Heart Could Raise Risk of COVID-19 by Angela Mohan on March 11, 2021 at 9:26 AM
Unhealthy heart structures and poorer functioning can raise the risk of being diagnosed with COVID-19 infection, according to research by Queen Mary University of London, in collaboration with the Medical Research Council Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit.
The researchers made use of the comprehensive and internationally unique UK Biobank database, which includes health and genetic information from over half a million participants from across the UK, including detailed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of their hearts as well as linkages to COVID-19 test results from Public Health England.
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Patients suffering from dry eye disease symptoms have a lower quality of life compared to those without symptoms, a new study reports. The findings showed that patients with the condition reported negative effects on visual function, their ability to carry out daily activities and their work productivity.
Ultrasound cleaning of salad could reduce instances of food poisoning
A study published in the magazine
Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology reveals that cleaning salad with an ultrasound system would be the best way to reduce the microbial load in fresh salads.
Since salad is rarely cooked, it is essential to wash it before eating it. Water cannot however remove all harmful bacteria, and the use of cleaning products, bleach or other disinfectants is not recommended.
Professor Timothy Leighton from the University of Southampton has invented a technology to clean salad with ultrasound. He uses gentle streams of water carrying sound and microscopic air bubbles in order to remove bacteria from salad leaves.