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Flu epidemic
Find the technology to fly Covid-19, the vaccine is no longer needed?
Ultraviolet light called Far-UVC may open a new chapter in the prevention of airborne pathogens in our homes.
Science story
Why is ultraviolet light used to kill bacteria?
For decades, germ-killing UV rays have been used to disinfect various objects and surfaces.
Space science
Earth has been subjected to a tremendous amount of ultraviolet radiation, 10 times more than previously estimated
Before the ozone layer was created to protect the Earth from dangerous ultraviolet (UV) radiation, UV radiation levels could have been terrible.
Space science
Earth creatures born in 'alien-like' horror place
Bathed in ultraviolet (UV) rays 10 times more deadly than Earth is today, the small group of creatures continued to survive and evolve for several billion years - they w…
New technology
Marvel at the mini robots that can perform complex tasks
Special mini robots, made by Chinese and German scientists, inspired by geckos and caterpillars, can be controlled remotely using ultraviolet and infrared rays.
Computer science
How to view UV index right on Android and iPhone phones
Skin exposed to excessive amounts of UV (ultraviolet) rays can lead to sunburn, sunburn, aging or even cancer. So is there a way to see the fastest and simplest UV index…
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Secrets of confidential ink, stealth ink
After writing and drawing, I saw nothing. Reason? Use security ink, also called invisible ink.
Oceanography
Shrimp possess the most complex vision of any animal
Mantis shrimp are capable of seeing ultraviolet, infrared and polarized light. This species is considered to be the most complex vision possessor of all animals known on…
Health
What happens when DNA is damaged?
The truth is that the DNA inside one of your cells is destroyed thousands of times a day.
Space science
Research proves: Astronauts will not die from space radiation
Many argue that excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays from the Sun is a career hazard that astronauts suffer, which can easily lead to cancer and heart disease.
Health
The doctor showed how to protect the hot sun's eyes
Ultraviolet rays are particularly higher in the sea, reaching 12 can cause burns, late eye complications such as pterygium, cataract, macular degeneration.
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Do we get sunburn in winter?
The answer is yes. The amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation decreases slightly in the winter but is still at risk, especially for people with sensitive skin.
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Ultraviolet warning bracelet
To protect people from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays (or UV rays) in the sun, scientists at RMIT University (Australia) have created a type of UV safety warnin…
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Make money by finding extremely rare glowing magic stones in America
Erik Rintamaki, 43, first discovered glowing stones under ultraviolet light on Lake Superior in Michigan, USA, in June 2017.