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The b-parasite is a small, open-source device that checks soil moisture, air temperature, humidity, and light for your plants, using a simple coin cell battery that can last over two years. It works with popular smart home systems like Home Assistant and can send data wirelessly using Bluetooth or Zigbee. The device is easy to build or buy, comes with free designs and software, and can be protected with a 3D-printed case. This helps you keep your plants healthy by giving you clear, regular updates on their environment, so you know exactly when to water or adjust conditions[1][2][3].
https://github.com/rbaron/b-parasite
Honored by Prof. Hiroshi Takahashi's generosity in sharing his AAS Review Paper on land-surface influences on Asian monsoon precipitation and recommending the full special issue. Grateful for such support in advancing #climatescience ! Explore his study: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00376-026-5209-3#AAS
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At the Ocean-Monsoon Conference 2026, @agturnermonsoon.bsky.social of the University of Reading presented a striking visual: the same location in India, captured under drought and active monsoon conditions. Two extremes. One region. A powerful reminder of what is at stake. 🧵👇#AAS#Climatescience
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NASA faces a stalled Mars sample-return mission as funding reshapes priorities in #TechPolicy, while a promising mRNA-based personalized cancer vaccine struggles amid shrinking research budgets in the U.S., underscoring a rising #HealthCrisis. Scientists also warn that deepfakes demand new “face-ownership” rights, adding momentum to global #AIRegulation. Fresh insights into black-hole limits and rare-earth formation expand our cosmic and geologic imagination, even as #ClimateScience pushes oil and gas giants to pivot toward plastics. New antidepressant treatments and studies on small daily joys highlight a parallel #MentalHealth shift across society.
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This issue captures a world in transition, from ancient engineering puzzles to the fragile future of memory. Stunning visuals highlight global migration, ecological risk and cultural resilience, while scientists push deeper into #ClimateScience and #Neuroscience. A precise Mesopotamian map surprises historians, and a tribute to Jane Goodall reflects on her transformative legacy in #WildlifeResearch. The “Pictures of the Year” series showcases unforgettable scenes shaped by conflict, migration and #GlobalCulture. As melting ice reveals prehistoric secrets, explorers race against time, reminding us how fragile our world is in the age of #EarthChange and #FutureTech.
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This week’s Science dives deep into the frontiers of #Nanoscopy, visualizing neural circuits with stunning 3D precision. From Arctic #Permafrost preserving ancient RNA viruses to #Ant colonies evolving architectural immunity, the issue spans from the microscopic to the planetary. Groundbreaking work tracks #SeaLevel change over 4.5 million years and explores durable #Hydrogen production membranes and electric control in #2Dmaterials. The “#ColdStorage” feature warns of hidden viral archives in melting ice—a chilling insight into #ClimateScience and future pandemics. A visionary issue linking biology, chemistry, and global sustainability through the lens of innovation.