The skin has odor receptors to heal wounds

A recent study from Germany showed, that the nose is not the only part of the body have receptors for smell. Apparently, the skin also have this receptor. However, unlike the receptors in the nose, receptors in the skin does not trigger emotions in the brain, however, it plays to heal cell damage (wound).

Scent receptors in our skin have been found to trigger wound repair. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1kTmTwS)

As reported by the New Scientist that in one study, Hanns Hatt and the laboratory of Ruhr Bochum University in Germany found that when keratinocytes - the main type of skin used as an object of study - mixed with Sandalore for five days in a test tube, increased cell reproduction by 32 percent and increased cell migration by nearly half. Both of these processes is necessary to repair the damaged skin. Sandalore a synthetic sandalwood oil which is often used in perfumes.

According to them, normally, when you smell something with the nose, odor receptors send messages to your brain. It can be reminded of the brain about the dangers, relaxation, or even detect the presence of a potential mate. In contrast to the smell receptors in the nose, Hatt and his team found that the smell receptors in the skin triggers skin cells to repair its basic damage.

Meanwhile, according to Joel Mainland of the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia, although there is a great tendency smell receptors are found in other parts of the body perform other functions, the facts about this receptor could repair the wound is surprising.

According to the Mainland, the concentration required to achieve these improvements are much higher than those used to activate the receptors in the nose. He said, in this case skin creams may be needed than strong-smelling oils used in aromatherapy.

"Although the idea of ​​healing skin cream may sound appealing, the results may be different depending on each individual, because" genetic variation in the odorant receptors," Mainland said as quoted by Medical Daily. For an individual, the oil may have a healing effect, while in others with different odor receptors; results can be neutral or even toxic.

Mainland added, though concerns about the drug's effect on certain people is very real, but the case of the use of drugs or creams useful in one case but in other cases not, was quite rare.

Meanwhile, Hatt shows this study can initiate the development of new disease treatments by targeting the smell receptors in other areas of our body. For example, in the form of treatment to heal wounds, repair skin damage caused by aging, and perhaps eventually a cure to treat internal organs.

Mainland conclude, it may take a long time to find a new treatment for a long period of time required to test the safety and efficacy. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NEWSCIENTIST]

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Detroit Electric electric sportscar made in England

One of U.S automotive companies, Detroit Electric to confirm if they will build their electric sportcar namely SP: 01 in the UK. Detroit Electric claims if SP:01 electric car will be the fastest mass-production version ever created.

Detroit Electric SP:01 will be produced at the new plant in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, UK. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1xJINuy)

As reported by Autocar on Monday, July 7, 2014, according to the results of Detroit Electric testing, shows SP:01 has a maximum speed of up to 249.4 km/h and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds.

The SP:01 prototypes was first introduced last year (2013). Detroit Electric continues to develop a variety of technologies that provide significant changes such as increased aerodynamic as well as comfort and quality of exterior materials. Detroit Electric said that this sportscar will be manufactured at their new plant in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, UK.

This electric-powered sportscar will take the Lotus platform design and went on sale in Europe and Asia by the end of this year. Not only build the sportscars, Detroit Electric is also eager to create an electric powered supercar with a 2 +2 seat configuration. For this supercar, Detroit Electric will work on their homebase, which is Detroit.

For information, Detroit Electric is an electric-powered vehicle company that has been established since the early 20th century. Since its establishment, the company has built no less than 13 thousand units of electric cars.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOCAR]

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Where did the plastic waste gone in the ocean?

As many as 99 percent of the plastic in the ocean is lost. This is not good news, but it's bad news. The scientists said that the number of microscopic plastic was go into the complex marine food chains, as well as chemical waste such as mercury.

Carlos Duante, an oceanographic expert from the University of Western Australia, who conducted a study on the five options in the ocean currents, and the research conducted in 2010 and 2011.

Plastic waste in the ocean. Scientists stated that 99 percent of microscopic plastic in the ocean is lost, the possibility of edible animals. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1oCQKxK)

According to him, humans produce at least 300 million tons of plastic waste a year. Approximately 0.1 percent of expected entry into the ocean. By calculating the results of the research, Duante was found that the plastic amount in the ocean is much less than it should be. The amount is at most only 40,000 tons. Alias​​, mostly gone.

Where the loss of plastic waste it? Duante revealed, "There is the potential of plastic waste that went into the food chains in the ocean."

Peter Davidson, an oceanography expert from the Farallon Institute for Advanced Ecosystem Research in California said that the plastic can suck the pollutants in water and and concentrated it to make entry into the food chain.

As quoted from The Verge on June 30, 2014, that plastic wate may also taken by the ocean currents back to the mainland or undetected destroyed. However, the fact that animals eat plastic, according to Davidson, can not be denied. Research is needed to determine the impact. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | THE VERGE]

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It turns out that the planet does not exist

In 2010, the world of astronomy shocked by the discovery of a planet so similar to Earth than the distance to the star, the temperature, and its size. The planet is orbiting a star Gilese 581 within 22 light years of human habitation was named Gliese 581g.

The discovery of the planet is regarded as a breakthrough. Gliese 581g raised the expectations of many parties to be able to find somewhere else to live for humans. It reinforces the notion that planets like Earth common world in the universe.

Illustration of Gliese 581 planetary system. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1mtzURZ)

However, the discovery of the planet anticlimactic ending. A further study on Gliese 581g turns stating that Gliese 581g actually does not exist. The object that found in 2010 and is actually just a magnetic explosion of a star.

Paul Robertson, an astronomer at Pennsylvania State University, analyzed the data that used by Paul Butler and Steven Vogt, two astronomers who published the discovery of Gliese 581g in 2010.

Not only analyze the data of the planet, Robertson also look back at the data which is used to find other planets in the star Gliese 581 ie Gliese 581b, Gliese 581c, Gliese 581d and Gliese 581e.

To confirm, Robertson see emission of hydrogen alpha and sodium from Gliese 581g. From these data, it can estimate the rotation period and the effects of stellar activity on the radial velocity of the star.

By knowing the radial velocity, scientists can create equations to determine the effects of stellar activity on the "star wobble". Butler and Vogt who previously found the Gleise 581g by looking at the "star wobble" due to gravity planets around it.

Robertson compared the results of the data analysis by Butler and Vogt. As reported by IBTimes on July 3, 2014, that Gliese 581d and Gliese 581g actually does not exist, only the magnetic explosion. Meanwhile, the Gliese 581b is expressed as planet.

How Butler and Vogt could say that Gliese 581g was a planet? As reported by National Geographic on July 3, 2014, the two researchers may be confused by the resulting magnetic explosion.

Magnetic blast that presents data similar to "star wobble" similar to that produced by the presence of planets. As a result, Butler and Vogt made ​​a conclusion that they find a planet, but the planet was not there. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | IBTIMES | NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC]

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Waiting for the newest Suzuki naked beast

Suzuki, one of the famous Japanese motorcycle manufacturers is ready to give a surprise for the lovers of big bike, through its newest product of Suzuki GSR 1000. Latest models of the letter 'S' manufacturer is rumored to hit the market this year.

2015 Suzuki GSR 1000. (PIcture from: http://bit.ly/1qaitpd)

As reported by Autoevolution on Thursday, July 3, 2014, this motorcycle has been tested by the editorial crew of Motorrad, the German motorcycle magazine and the photograph became the cover of the magazine. This new model has a more powerful nakedbike character than his brother, GSR 750.

It comes with tapered corners design become the main menu of this new model. As a result of aggressive impression was strong and more muscular look, thanks to indentations on the tank and big legs.

The news that blow, Suzuki GSR1000 will use the same chassis and engine with the GSX-R1000 which is also carrying an engine that has a capacity of 1,000 cc and capable of producing power up to 182 hp.

Full specifications of this nakedbike is still very minimal. The new Suzuki will reveal it when the premiere is expected to be done in October, at the International Motorcycle Show in Cologne, Germany.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION]

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Mercedes-Benz's Autonomous Truck will present in 2025

Daimler is the parent company of Mercedes-Benz plans to launch the truck without the driver or autonomous in 2025. Truck from Germany is signaling a future in the automotive industry.

Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard and Mercedes-Benz Truck Future 2025. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1lMn4tt)

Daimler said the device as a Mercedes-Benz Truck Future 2025, and this truck concept plans will be introduced this month. This prototype will be introduced itself reportedly will run until 55 mph.

Mercedes-Benz's future truck will use four radar sensors, and two cameras to control the adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, stability control, and system help keep the vehicle on track. This prototype has a new system called "Predictive Powertrain Control" which uses the road topography information to maximize efficiency.

This vehicle will be fully self-driving, although currently not have the ability to change lanes and overtake other vehicle. However, Daimler said the technology will be coming soon.

"Autonomous technology will revolutionize the way freight transport, and creates huge benefits for everyone involved," explains Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard, a member of the Daimler Board of Management, which is responsible for trucks and buses.

Daimler optimistic about the future of this truck can reduce road congestion and traffic accidents are fatal. Producers say, the future of this truck will run more efficiently, which means lower operating costs for a truck manufacturer. Similarly, as quoted from Leftlanenews. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LEFTLANENEWS]

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Scientist found a way to extend the life of flowers

Japanese scientists say that they have found a way to slow the aging process in flowers. That means fresh wreaths will be longer than usual.

Researchers from the National Agriculture and Food Research Organization in Tsukuba, Tokyo, said they have discovered a gene of interest that can shorten the life of one of the varieties of flowers in Japan are called morning glory.

This handout picture shows a morning glory whose flowers stayed for 24 hours — violet flowers opened May 30 while pink flowers opened May 29 — at a laboratory of NARO in Tsukuba, suburban Tokyo. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/VRql60)

Morning glory is a popular name for hundreds of species of flowering plants are short-lived. Usually the flowers bloom in the morning and wither when the night.

"By suppressing the gene that called" Ephemeral1", flower age can be increased almost two-fold longer than usual," said Kenichi Shibuya, one of the principal investigators in the study conducted jointly by the University of Kagoshima in southern Japan.

Shibuya added interest in the modification will not wilt within 13 hours after bloom, but once through genetic engineering, the plants remain in bloom for 24 hours.

The scientists concluded that this gene is associated with aging petals in an interview conducted by the AFP, as quoted by Focus-fen on Saturday, July 5, 2014. This discovery could lead to the development of methods to extend the life of cut flowers. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | KOREA HERALD]

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