Common food dye turns live mice transparent

[New Atlas logo]( Biology [Common food dye turns live mice transparent]( [The dye that gives foods, drugs, and cosmetics a lemon yellow color can also make mice transparent, as illustrated in this generative image]( In an effort to enhance the research abilities of biologists, Stanford University researchers have discovered that applying a popular food coloring to the skin of mice allowed them to see through to the rodents' internal organs and other structures. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Cloud storage is old news]( Between ongoing subscription fees, reliance on an internet connection, and data safety concerns, cloud storage can feel so restrictive. If you’re tired of renting space, the Dual USB-C/USB-A 1TB Flash Drive is a cheaper alternative at $74.97. [Read more]( Drones [$199 DJI Neo packs big-drone energy in a bite-sized package]( [The DJI Neo packs a solid punch for its tiny size]( If you're looking to enter the drone market without needing a pilot license or even knowing how to actually fly a drone, DJI now has a palm-sized, inexpensive, simple, yet incredibly capable drone for you that doesn't even require a controller. [Read more]( Medical [Millions of US adults may be getting wrong blood pressure reads at home]( [Experts warn that millions of Americans may be getting inaccurate blood pressure readings at home]( In an effort to do the right thing for their health, more than 17 million Americans could actually be getting poor blood pressure readings from at-home kits with ill-fitting cuffs. This can have serious implications for nearly 7% of US adults. [Read more]( Outdoors [TSA-friendly Toolkey II puts a luxury screwdriver on your keyring]( [The Toolkey II improves on its predecessor]( With its unibody key form factor, Screwpop's Toolkey II is as minimalist as they come. Yet it features 17 tools, making it a perfect 'just in case' multitool: pop it on your keyring and forget about it until you're in a fix. [Read more]( Energy [Better than expected: World's first semi-submersible floating wind farm]( [One of three Windfloat Atlantic off-shore floating platforms]( The WindFloat Atlantic project – the world's first semi-submersible floating offshore wind farm – has exceeded expectations over the last four years of operation, generating a total of 320 GWh of electricity, enough to power about 25,000 homes each year. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Popular weight loss diet increases type 2 diabetes risk by 20%]( [A low-carb diet can actually increase the risk of type 2 diabetes]( A diet low in carbs and high in fat, which has gained popularity for shedding weight, can increase type 2 diabetes risk by 20%, according to a new study. The research team behind the study say their findings highlight the need to eat a balanced diet. [Read more]( Urban Transport [Segway gives you the power to explore with ZT3 Pro e-kickscooter]( [A 1,600-watt (peak) hub motor at the rear wheel will power you through all-terrain adventures]( If you're looking to zip through the city and beyond, Segway has launched a new ZT series of electric kickscooters at IFA 2024. First up is the ZT3 Pro model, which has been "engineered for both urban adventures and off-road excursions." [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [One-button weight changing puts the smart in dumbbells]( [The smartest dumbbells around are ideal for beginners or more experienced weight trainers]( Weight training can be an intimidating and time-consuming exercise, but studies have shown that even light strength-work can speed up weight loss, stave off muscle loss and improve sleep. Now, one clever system has made it not just simple but enjoyable. [Read more]( Motorcycles [US$1,400 tilting three-wheeler puts a roof over riders' heads]( [The Doufeng S1 110 will come in ICE and electric variants]( Chinese manufacturer Doufeng is set to release a tilting three-wheeler with a roof to keep the rain – and sun – off riders in traffic. Electric and combustion versions are set to drop, with price tags that'd look cheap on an ebike. [Read more]( Music [Review: Fender's $129 dongle-amp puts half a Tonemaster Pro in your pocket]( [Sure, it's an ugly addition to a beautiful Strat – but the Mustang Micro Plus is the new state of the art in headphone practice amps]( Fender's original Mustang Micro was an impressive little headphone amplifier for silent practice and recording – but the brand-new Plus version is a remarkable upgrade that puts a ludicrous range of tone options at your fingertips. [Read more]( Electronics [GoPro's new Hero 13 flagship has swappable lenses – and a baby brother]( [The GoPro Hero 13 Black is compatible with all present official GoPro accessories]( With interchangeable lenses, a magnetic mount, and a magnetic charger, GoPro Hero 13’s biggest upgrades are on the outside. But that’s not to say nothing's new on the inside; it gets a bigger battery with new power delivery and is priced at US$399. [Read more]( Motorcycles [Honda patents a pop-out, rideable EV range extender]( [The iconic trunk-dwelling fold-out Motocompo scooter could make a fascinating return in the EV age as a rideable range extender]( In the 1980s, Honda turned heads with the iconic Motocompo – a fold-out scooter designed to fit snugly in the trunk of the City car. Four decades later, it could make a comeback as an EV range extender you can ride. [Read more]( Energy [Motionless turbines deliver super-efficient wind energy to BMW's factory]( [The UK's first motionless wind energy turbine atop a MINI factory roof]( Aeromine has installed a silent and motionless wind energy harnessing system on the roof of BMW's MINI manufacturing plant in Oxford, UK. They're meant to complement the factory's solar panels to produce clean energy, while taking up a lot less space. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Fish gut facials fight wrinkles and age spots]( [Bacteria in the guts of some species of seabream have anti-aging properties]( You might soon be buying anti-aging skincare products containing fish guts, thanks to a new study that found that the innards of two species of seabream possess compounds that fight wrinkles and age spots. [Read more]( Biology [Watch: Ultra-rare baby wombat surprises all with shock photo shoot]( [A Northern Hairy-nosed wombat emerges from a burrow at RUNR]( Seeing a wombat in regional Australia is not a rare experience, but when ecologists captured this particular one emerging from a den and casually wandering past a motion-sensor camera in the middle of the night, there was serious cause for celebration. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2022