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From dolphins to space weather: six science stories you might have missed
science22 days ago

From dolphins to space weather: six science stories you might have missed

Six science stories you might have missed span: dolphins’ speed is linked to large vortex rings generated by tail movements, with smaller vortices being byproducts of turbulence; Roman ship repairs are traced through pollen in coatings, revealing mid-voyage maintenance and trade routes; a full soda can buckles in a predictable ringed pattern due to the liquid inside; the Twelve Apostles’ formation is younger than thought and records climate-related erosion over millions of years; mushrooms’ electrical signaling is modulated by urine; and researchers use medieval records with carbon-14 dating to identify milder historical space-weather events like solar proton events.

via Ars Technica|
#archaeology#dolphins#mushrooms
Tiny-Soldier Visions From a Dinner Mushroom: A Scientific Enigma
science2 months ago

Tiny-Soldier Visions From a Dinner Mushroom: A Scientific Enigma

In Yunnan, eating Lanmaoa asiatica triggers hundreds of poisoning cases annually, with patients reporting nearly identical lilliputian visions of tiny people; the active compound remains unidentified (not psilocybin), and researchers are using mice to narrow down candidates, while the phenomenon is not leading to deaths or lasting damage.

via Indian Defence Review|
#hallucinations#lanmaoa-asiatica#lilliputian
Stardew Valley Player Snoozes 1,000 In-Game Years, Returns to an Overgrown Meteorite-Mushroom Farm
gaming3 months ago

Stardew Valley Player Snoozes 1,000 In-Game Years, Returns to an Overgrown Meteorite-Mushroom Farm

A Stardew Valley player slept through 1,000 in-game years using a hair-tie workaround and turbo controller, leaving an overgrown farm scattered with meteorites, mushroom trees, and stone owls. Long sleep made rare events commonplace, yielding surprising finds (though no capsule item), and about half a million in mushrooms—plus a tedious cleanup before the next marriage candidates are revealed.

via Kotaku|
#farming#gaming#mushrooms
California death cap surge leaves four dead and three needing liver transplants
health3 months ago

California death cap surge leaves four dead and three needing liver transplants

A spike in death cap mushroom poisonings in California has killed four people and led to three liver transplants. Officials warn that foraging is dangerous because death caps resemble edible varieties and color or cooking cannot indicate safety. A warm, rainy season contributed to a widespread proliferation of the mushrooms in parks and forests, especially near oak trees. Exposures span diverse communities, with warnings issued in multiple languages. People are advised to avoid wild mushrooms, purchase edible mushrooms from trusted sources, and seek urgent medical help if ingestion is suspected. Poison centers report a rise in mushroom exposures overall.

via PBS|
#california#health#mushrooms
California death-cap surge after rainfall proves deadly
health3 months ago

California death-cap surge after rainfall proves deadly

A warm, wet winter has triggered a spike in death-cap mushroom poisonings in California, with at least four deaths and three liver transplants reported. Officials warn these mushrooms closely resemble edible varieties, grow in parks and forests (often under oaks), and can cause rapid, fatal liver injury even from small amounts. Foraging is advised against, and warnings have been issued in multiple languages to reach diverse communities.

via NBC News|
#california#death-cap#health
Warning: Deadly Wild Mushrooms Pose Serious Health Risks
health-and-safety5 months ago

Warning: Deadly Wild Mushrooms Pose Serious Health Risks

Foraging for wild food, especially mushrooms, can be rewarding but risky due to the potential for confusing edible and toxic varieties. Experts emphasize the importance of proper identification, knowledge, and legal considerations to avoid health hazards and environmental impact. Beginners are advised to start with simple, easily recognizable plants and seek guidance from experienced foragers to safely enjoy the benefits of wild foods.

via CNN|
#food-safety#foraging#health-and-safety
Mushrooms Evolved Psychedelics Twice, Study Finds
science8 months ago

Mushrooms Evolved Psychedelics Twice, Study Finds

Researchers have discovered that two unrelated groups of mushrooms independently evolved the ability to produce the psychedelic compound psilocybin through different biochemical pathways, highlighting convergent evolution. The purpose of psilocybin in fungi remains unknown, but it may serve as a defense mechanism. This discovery expands biotechnological tools for producing psilocybin, which is being studied as a potential antidepressant, and prompts further investigation into its evolutionary role.

via The Debrief|
#biotechnology#convergent-evolution#mushrooms
Scientists uncover the cause of 'old people' smell and how to eliminate it
health8 months ago

Scientists uncover the cause of 'old people' smell and how to eliminate it

Research reveals that the distinct 'old people smell' is caused by increased levels of the chemical 2-nonenal, which results from oxidative stress breaking down skin fats. Consuming mushrooms, rich in antioxidants like ergothioneine and spermidine, can help reduce this odor by neutralizing 2-nonenal, as traditional methods like showering and perfume are ineffective.

via Daily Express|
#2-nonenal#dietary-change#health