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Kyoto Study Links Olive Oil Preload to Hormone-Nerve Response That Blunts Blood Sugar Spikes in Mice
health-and-science1 day ago

Kyoto Study Links Olive Oil Preload to Hormone-Nerve Response That Blunts Blood Sugar Spikes in Mice

A new study from Kyoto University demonstrates that consuming 15ml of olive oil before carbohydrates significantly reduces post-meal blood glucose spikes in mice. The research identifies a complex mechanism involving slowed gastric emptying and a coordinated response from glucagon, GLP-1, and vagus nerve signals. While the findings suggest meal sequencing could be a practical tool for diabetes management, experts caution that human clinical trials are still required to confirm these biological effects.

via The Times of India|
#diabetes#glycemic-control#health-and-science
Japanese Researchers Develop Non-Addictive Painkiller as Fentanyl Alternative
health1 year ago

Japanese Researchers Develop Non-Addictive Painkiller as Fentanyl Alternative

Researchers from Kyoto University have developed a new painkiller that is as effective as opioids like fentanyl but without addictive properties or severe side effects, potentially replacing opioids for pain management, especially in cancer patients. The drug has shown promising results in animal studies and a small clinical trial, and a Phase II trial is planned in the US.

via 朝日新聞|
#clinical-trial#fentanyl#health
Pioneering Wooden Satellite Successfully Enters Orbit
science-and-technology1 year ago

Pioneering Wooden Satellite Successfully Enters Orbit

LignoSat, the world's first wooden satellite, has been sent to the International Space Station and will soon be launched into Earth's orbit to test if wood can endure space conditions. Developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, the satellite aims to reduce space junk by using wood, which decomposes into water and carbon dioxide, unlike traditional aluminum satellites that release harmful particles. The project could lead to more sustainable spacecraft designs and even the possibility of growing trees on the Moon and Mars.

via DOGOnews|
#environmental-impact#kyoto-university#science-and-technology
Parasitic Worms Lead Praying Mantises to Roads, Study Finds
science1 year ago

Parasitic Worms Lead Praying Mantises to Roads, Study Finds

Researchers from Kyoto University have discovered that parasitic horsehair worms manipulate infected praying mantises into mistaking asphalt roads for water surfaces, leading to their deaths. The worms, which hatch in water and grow inside mantises, cause the insects to seek out horizontally polarized light, similar to that reflected by water. Experiments showed that infected mantises are more attracted to asphalt, which reflects similar light, resulting in a high infection rate among mantises found on roads. This study highlights the complex interaction between parasites and their hosts, influenced by human environments.

via The Mainichi|
#horsehair-worms#kyoto-university#parasitic-worms
Japan's Wooden Satellite Reaches ISS for Historic Test
science-and-technology1 year ago

Japan's Wooden Satellite Reaches ISS for Historic Test

Japan has launched the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, to test the feasibility of using wood in space technology. Developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, the satellite aims to demonstrate wood's potential as an environmentally friendly material for space equipment, as it can burn up without polluting upon reentry. The experiment could pave the way for sustainable space construction and address the growing issue of space junk.

via VOA Learning English|
#environment#japan#kyoto-university
World's First Wooden Satellite Reaches ISS for Pioneering Test
science1 year ago

World's First Wooden Satellite Reaches ISS for Pioneering Test

Japan has launched the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, into orbit via a SpaceX mission. The satellite aims to demonstrate the potential of renewable materials in space, addressing concerns about metal satellite debris and atmospheric chemical saturation. LignoSat will orbit at 400 kilometers above Earth for six months, testing wood's durability and its ability to mitigate radiation effects on semiconductors.

via BGR|
#japan#kyoto-university#science
World's First Wooden Satellite Reaches Space for Orbital Testing
science-and-technology1 year ago

World's First Wooden Satellite Reaches Space for Orbital Testing

The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, has been launched on a SpaceX rocket as part of a resupply mission to the International Space Station. The satellite aims to test the viability of using wood in space to reduce environmental impact from metal particles upon re-entry. LignoSat will be released into space to assess its durability and data will be collected to evaluate its performance under extreme conditions.

via ScienceAlert|
#environmental-impact#international-space-station#kyoto-university
World's First Wooden Satellite Reaches ISS for Orbital Testing
science-and-technology1 year ago

World's First Wooden Satellite Reaches ISS for Orbital Testing

The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, has arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule. This innovative satellite, made from magnolia wood, aims to demonstrate a more sustainable and less polluting alternative to conventional aluminum satellites, which can harm the Earth's atmosphere when they burn up. LignoSat will soon be deployed from the ISS to test its durability in space, potentially paving the way for future eco-friendly space technologies.

via Space.com|
#kyoto-university#lignosat#science-and-technology
Pioneering Wooden Satellite Successfully Launched
science-and-technology1 year ago

Pioneering Wooden Satellite Successfully Launched

The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, has been launched into space by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry to explore the use of timber in reducing space junk. The satellite, which measures 10cm on each side, was launched on a SpaceX rocket and will soon be released into outer space from the ISS. The wooden material is expected to burn up upon re-entry, potentially minimizing metal particle pollution. Researchers will monitor its durability and performance in extreme conditions.

via The Guardian|
#environmental-impact#kyoto-university#science-and-technology
World's First Wooden Satellite Successfully Launched into Space
science-and-technology1 year ago

World's First Wooden Satellite Successfully Launched into Space

A wooden satellite, LignoSat, developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, has been launched to the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX mission. The satellite, made of magnolia wood, will be deployed to test its durability in space, potentially paving the way for more sustainable materials in space construction. Previous tests showed wood's resilience to cosmic rays and solar particles, suggesting it could reduce space debris and environmental impact compared to traditional materials. The experiment aims to explore wood's viability for future space structures, including habitats on the Moon and Mars.

via Gizmodo|
#kyoto-university#lignosat#science-and-technology
Japan to Launch World's First Wooden Satellite into Orbit
science-and-technology2 years ago

Japan to Launch World's First Wooden Satellite into Orbit

Japanese researchers have developed the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, which will be launched on a SpaceX rocket in September. Made from magnolia wood, the 10-centimeter cuboid satellite aims to reduce environmental impact by burning up completely upon re-entry, avoiding metal particle pollution. The satellite will be tested for durability and temperature resistance from the International Space Station.

via ScienceAlert|
#environmental-impact#jaxa#kyoto-university
Japan to Launch World's First Wooden Satellite
science-and-technology2 years ago

Japan to Launch World's First Wooden Satellite

Japanese researchers from Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry have built the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, which is set to be launched into space on a SpaceX rocket in September. The satellite, made from magnolia wood, aims to reduce environmental impact by burning up completely upon re-entry, avoiding the creation of harmful metal particles. The satellite will be tested for durability and temperature resistance from the International Space Station.

via CBS News|
#environmental-impact#jaxa#kyoto-university