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Why climate change is driving some to skip having kids

Posted: 21 Apr 2021 01:00 PM PDT

A new study finds that overconsumption, overpopulation and uncertainty about the future are among the top concerns of those who say climate change is affecting their reproductive decision-making.

To design truly compostable plastic, scientists take cues from nature

Posted: 21 Apr 2021 09:46 AM PDT

Scientists have designed an enzyme-activated compostable plastic that could diminish microplastics pollution. Household tap water or soil composts break the hybrid plastic material down to reusable small molecules, called monomers, in just a few days or weeks.

Augmented reality in retail and its impact on sales

Posted: 21 Apr 2021 05:29 AM PDT

Augmented reality is an effective technology that marketers can use to improve sales.