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Dec 2023
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Healing Algae, Mayan Reservoirs, Humpbac...

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Today, you’ll learn about how your next scrape might be healed using algae, what ancient Mayans can teach us about water conservation, and the skincare routines… of humpback whales 

 

Healing Algae 

 

  • “Plasma tech transforms blue-green algae into wound-healing wonder.” by Paul McClure. 2023.  
  • “Health Benefits of Blue-Green Algae: Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.” by Chai Siah Ku, et al. 2013.  
  • “Transforming Spirulina maxima Biomass into Ultrathin Bioactive Coatings Using an Atmospheric Plasma Jet: A New Approach to Healing of Infected Wounds.” by Tuyet Pham, et al. 2023.  

 

Mayan Reservoirs 

 

 

Humpback Skincare 

 

 

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