Rolf Lewis
Rolf Lewis, an alumnus of Turku University, is an accomplished science writer focused on Biology and Medicine. Armed with a background in life sciences, he excels in translating intricate biological and medical concepts into compelling narratives.
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Powerful Natural Substance Beats Detergent
The soil fungus Mortierella alpina has been found to produce natural surfactants that outperform traditional chemical products. This discovery could lead to the development of
Bronze Age Zinnhandel between Asia and Europe
A recent study by the University of Heidelberg has revealed that a complex trading system connected Asia and Europe over 4,000 years ago. The study
Toxic Chemicals in Most Plastic Packaging
Plastic products in Germany contain potentially harmful chemicals, with three-quarters of them containing such substances. Even bioplastics have been found to contain dangerous chemicals. Spanish
Deadly Salt Lake Hosts Three-Sexed Worms
In the depths of California’s Mono Lake, scientists have discovered a new species of nematode worm that possesses three genders and can survive arsenic concentrations
New respiratory organ in venomous sea snake
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have found a new respiratory organ in sea snakes that allows them to filter oxygen from water. Previously, it was
Underwater Robot Reveals 1845 Shipwreck
The discovery of the HMS Terror, one of two ships that sank during the Franklin Expedition in the Arctic, has been a mystery for over
New Sensor Detects Methanol in Alcohol
A new device has been developed that can detect whether alcohol has been mixed with methanol in just two minutes. Additionally, the device can read
Copper-Palladium Catalyst Creates Graphene from CO2
A new breakthrough in the production of graphene has been achieved by researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany. Graphene, a wonder
Bacteria create biofuel from dairy waste.
A new conversion process has been developed that turns whey, a byproduct of the dairy industry, into fuel, animal feed, and medicine using a bioreactor
Eco-friendly Sunscreen from Cashews
Cashew nut shell oil may soon replace traditional sunscreens, which contain harmful ingredients for both users and water organisms. However, clinical studies on skin compatibility