Researchers from Wrocław University of Science and Technology, in collaboration with the Wrocław-based company Four Point, have designed a groundbreaking device to sieve lunar soil, known as regolith, for use in building infrastructure on the Moon.
A recent survey conducted by the SWPS University sheds new light on an often overlooked aspect of Polish society: everyday kindness.
Polish scientists have taken a step forward in the fight against one of the most stubborn and dangerous bacteria: Staphylococcus aureus.
In 2024, AlphaFold, an AI model developed by the tech company DeepMind (now a part of Google), received widespread recognition, including a Nobel Prize in Chemistry for its groundbreaking ability to predict protein structures.
Thanks to ground-penetrating radar, the remains of the enigmatic hermitage were located in the Camaldolese monastery complex in Warsaw's Bielany district. Excavations are planned for next year, says Professor Fabian Welc from the Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University.
From a health perspective, tattoos are not worth getting, says Maciej Pastuszczak, a dermatologist from the Medical University of Silesia. He points to, among other things, the potential carcinogenicity of some ingredients of inks, and the increased risk of pathogenic processes.
Carp and starch crisps are healthier and less caloric than regular crisps, and they contain omega-3 acids, minerals and vitamins. The new snack was developed by scientists from the Department of Fish, Plant and Gastronomy Technology of the West Pomeranian University of Technology. 'Karpioki' can be mass-produced.
Loneliness most often affects young people aged 18-34, people from larger cities and the highest earners, according to the latest CBOS study. People aged 45-54 are the least likely to experience loneliness.
Smog and poor air quality are not the same. Smog situations are high concentrations of pollutants that last for a relatively short time. Although they do have a negative impact on health, air pollution is much more important because it has a long-term, everyday impact, says Dr. Krzysztof Skotak from the Institute of Environmental Protection - National Research Institute.
The Pomorzany Sewage Treatment Plant is testing a pilot station that detects and removes PFAS compounds and micropollutants. The research results will enable the construction of an effective level 4 treatment installation, in accordance with the new EU urban wastewater treatment directive.
