MIT researchers have developed a portable, easy-to-use, and energy-efficient desalination unit that can turn seawater into drinking water that exceeds WHO quality standards. The suitcase-sized unit cleans water primarily through ion concentration polarisation (ICP), which takes advantage of positive and negative charges to repel salt molecules, bacteria, and viruses. Because it doesn’t require a powerful pump to push water through filters, the desalination unit only needs 20 watts of power per litre of clean drinking water. Read full article here
Health
Electrical Muscle Stimulation Takes The Work Out Of Your Workouts
Growing stronger and losing weight without putting in the effort seems like a fairytale, right? Electrical muscle stimulation might make the dream come true. During EMS, a full-body suit sends out electric charges that stimulate your muscles as if you’ve actually worked out. Older people, in particular, are reaping the benefits. Since they can’t do traditional strength training anymore, EMS is a viable alternative that keeps them healthy and strong. Some evidence suggests that the benefits go beyond strength training; EMS seems to promote cell growth and slow down the ageing process! Read full article here
Merv
August 12, 2022
