poop
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An Invasive Brain-Infecting Worm Has Made Its Way to Georgia
A parasitic brain-infecting roundworm primarily spread by rats and snails is planting down roots in more parts of the U.S., research this week suggests. Scientists appear to have confirmed the presence of the parasite within local rodent populations in the state of Georgia. While human cases are considered rare, these worms can also infect and…
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Every Dog Owner Needs a Smart Robotic Laser Guiding Them to Poop That Needs Picked Up
To avoid the hassle of scooping immediately after letting their dog outside for a potty break, and to ensure that future cleanups don’t miss any deposits, Caleb Olson created a smart system that not only tracks where their pup poops, but also uses a laser to guide them to every last pile.
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This Is Why Magpie Poop Is Black And White
In humans and all mammals there are two exits for all the things the body does not need or cannot digest. We have a bladder (for the liquid) and an anus to get rid of solids. The fluid we call urine. It is fluid because we drink a good deal but the part that has…
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Study Finds Coronavirus Could Spread Via Poop, Which Is Often Just Floating Through The Air
New research out this week suggests that faeces can spread covid-19. The study found that infectious viral particles can survive in faecal matter taken from patients, but it’s still unknown how common a transmission path this might be.