According to Helen Briggs of BBC News (full article here), record numbers of microplastics ( those less than 5mm long) have been discovered in arctic ice samples. Up to 17 different kinds have been found, demonstrating the breadth of this pattern of contamination. As this frozen water melts and the plastics return to the sea, these particles are gobbled up and by smaller fish and can make their way up the food chain. YIKES!
In this fascinating read by Alison Abbott, the possible link between the immune system in the brain and the development of various forms of dementia is explored.
“… the Feedmax -P lets shops run machine tools to their full drilling potentials…”
Real, actionable insight into how you can limit you carbon footprint – what lifestyle choices do (and don’t) make a difference.
Source: How Deep Is Your Carbon Footprint?–Celebrate Earth Day with Data
Today, I met with @ BetsyDeVosED , U.S. Secretary of Education, to discuss @ IPCAssociation ‘s workforce education efforts to help close the skills gap in the electronics manufacturing industry. # manufacturing # skillsgap pic.twitter.com/ZaEkY1525Y
We have recently revamped our staff uniforms across our manufacturing, lab and despatch department to include a selection of anti-static and flame retardant items along with updated branded lab coats. # ppe pic.twitter.com/OlMOlaw6ej
Huge news for, well, all of humanity!
A promising new class of lung-cancer therapies can simply be inhaled, minimizing the side effects to other, healthy organs — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
