28 JAN 2023 Six minutes of high-intensity exercise is enough to produce a key protein in the brain, one that’s important in brain formation, function, and memory, and which has been implicated in the progress of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. The specialized protein in question is called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), and …
Read More »PARANORMAL ACTIVITY IS ALL IN YOUR HEAD, AND THIS COULD EXPLAIN WHY
27 JAN 2023 Night is naturally suited for paranormal activity, with less light and sound to limit the imagination. While the relationship is still murky, new research shows an interesting link between paranormal beliefs and one of the most important night-time activities for we earthly beings: sleep. In a new study, researchers found subjective …
Read More »WHY SEABLINDNESS, NOT PUTIN, COULD BE THE BIGGEST ENERGY THREAT
26 JAN 2023 Vladimir Putin’s attempts to destroy Ukraine have been met with powerful resistance, and his energy war against the West has been met with a determined response. His failures in both are centered on Putin underestimating the will of Ukrainians and the ability of the west to quickly …
Read More »INCREASING AUTONOMY RAISES CYBER RISK FOR THE MARITIME INDUSTRY
25 JAN 2023 The maritime industry is vulnerable to cyber threats. Ships and surrounding infrastructure are becoming increasingly connected and digitaliszd, which is providing more opportunities for cyber attacks. According to maritime expert Cameron Livingstone of The Nautical Institute, “As ships become more technologically sophisticated, methods an attacker could use …
Read More »SHIPPING STILL IN THE DARK ON ‘GREEN’ FUELS
24 JAN 2023 Shipping companies are still waiting for “real green” fuel solutions as part of decarbonisation efforts to clean up the industry, a leading industry official said. Shipping, which transports around 90% of world trade and accounts for nearly 3% of the world’s CO2 emissions, is under growing pressure from …
Read More »CREW STUCK AT SEA IS LOW DESPITE RENEWED COVID CONCERNS FROM CHINA
23 JAN 2023 The Neptune Declaration Crew Change Indicator, which was launched in May 2021 to track the predominance of crew stuck at sea, is at its lowest level since it was launched. Yet, while the situation remains fairly stable, the Global Maritime Forum which compiles the indicator says the …
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