Study uncovers how we evolved to benefit from eating fermented food

[BIOLOGY]( [Fascinating study uncovers how we evolved to benefit from eating fermented food]( For thousand of years humans have been using fermentation as a way of preserving foods and engendering good gut health. A new study has discovered that a specific immune function receptor, evolved in humans and apes, is triggered by a metabolite from lactic acid bacteria found in fermented foods. [Read more]( [SPECIAL PROMOTION FOR NEW ATLAS READERS]( [2 Vacs in One, This Self-Emptying Sweeper Knows How to Tidy Up]( Robot vacuums are already pretty futuristic, but the Deebot takes that sci-fi feeling and cranks it up to 11. Using SMART NAVI technology, this zippy vacuum is capable of scanning and mapping its environment, allowing it to plan the best cleaning path and even use its memory to resume its cleaning if it needs to charge halfway. What's more, the Deebot's charging station includes a standard canister vacuum cleaner, so you can get those tough spots that robots can't reach. [Read more]( [MILITARY]( [Scrapped B-52 bomber to return to service after rescue from the boneyard]( A retired Cold War US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress strategic bomber has been rescued from an Arizona boneyard where it has sat since 2008, and is being returned to active duty. Nicknamed "Wise Guy," it was flown to Barksdale Air Force Base, where it will be completely restored. [Read more]( [COMPUTERS]( [Samsung AI brings the Mona Lisa (or any other picture) to life]( Using the latest trend in artificial intelligence – adversarial learning – Samsung has demonstrated that it can take a single image of a person and turn it into a talking head. And if watching the Mona Lisa come to life doesn't send chills down your spine, you need to check your pulse. [Read more]( [3D PRINTING]( [3D-printed bathroom units take shape in a single day]( ​3D printing technology is set to have a real impact on the worlds of building and construction. Adding to the mix of possibilities is a new proof-of-concept bathroom unit, which scientists in Singapore were able to 3D print in its entirety in a single day. [Read more]( Sponsored by Taboola //gizmagptyltd.cmail20.com/t/d-l-pidkkhl-wtkuhhtil-s///gizmagptyltd.cmail20.com/t/d-l-pidkkhl-wtkuhhtil-w/ [BICYCLES]( [Review: Magpeds use magnets for less-threatening foot retention]( ​While many mountain bikers don't like the idea of having their feet mechanically fastened to clipless pedals, they do see the advantages of such a setup. Austria's magped set out to reach a compromise, with its magnetic platform pedals – I recently got to try a set out. [Read more]( [URBAN TRANSPORT]( [BMW kicks it on city streets with E-Scooter launch]( Though some folks still walk to work from the city transit station, many choose to scoot in. BMW is looking for a slice of the last mile commute pie and its latest collaboration with Micro Mobility Systems has resulted in a new addition to the automotive giant's city scooter range.​ [Read more]( [ROBOTICS]( [Power line-crawling robot may give drones a run for their money]( Amongst many other things, aerial drones are now being used to inspect high-voltage power transmission lines. Canada's Hydro-Quebec public utility company, however, has developed what could be a better alternative … the LineRanger robot. [Read more]( [ROBOTICS]( [Flipper-legged robot runs, swims, and is ready to hit the bigtime]( ​Back in 2013, we heard about an all-terrain walking robot known as RHex. Designed in a collaboration between McGill University and the University of Pennsylvania, it used six flipper-like legs to scamper around. Now, its successor is taking to the briny depths. [Read more]( [ARCHITECTURE]( [MAD's snowflake-shaped airport terminal references China's chilly north]( MAD Architects has revealed a striking airport terminal project that references the bitterly cold conditions in Harbin, China. Conceived for the existing Harbin Taiping International Airport, the Harbin Airport T3 resembles a giant snowflake. [Read more]( [REMARKABLE PEOPLE]( [Interview: Semi-paralyzed wild man Tanner Godfrey prepares for a third UTV jumping world record]( Twice now, Tanner Godfrey has jumped further in a UTV than anyone in history. Since he doesn't have full use of his legs, he's done it by literally poking the gas and brake pedals with a stick. And on Monday, armed with a new stick, he's lining up for the biggest jump of his life. This guy's nuts. [Read more]( [MOBILE TECHNOLOGY]( [Programmable Mimic Go tracks your stuff, can be a handy bike tail-light too]( Mimic Go might look like a bubbly, chubby-version of a tracking tag (which it is) but that's only one of the tricks it has up its red, plastic sleeve. The Mimic Go can help prevent things from going missing in the first place. And light up your ride. [Read more]( [GOOD THINKING]( [Scoop stretcher can transform to a lightweight wheelchair in seconds]( Dutch design firm Studio Rotor has been working with startup Retter Helfer Medical on a lightweight patient transport option for ambulance personnel. The Multi Scoop Pro features a patented mechanism that sees it change from flat stretcher to wheelchair in a matter of seconds. [Read more]( [ARCHITECTURE]( [Mixed-use office building brings a little countryside to the city]( Carlo Ratti Associati (CRA) is planning to bring something of the Italian countryside to inner-city Milan with its Vitae project. The eye-catching building will host research facilities, offices and a restaurant, and will be covered in greenery, including a vineyard. [Read more]( [SCIENCE]( [The incredible science exploring how to edit our memories]( Two remarkable new studies are suggesting sci-fi stories of memory manipulation may not be so far-fetched. The research describes early proof-of-concept experiments showing how negative emotional associations with traumatic memories can potentially be weakened or even entirely edited out. [Read more]( [MEDICAL]( [Sugary gel allows vaccines to be transported where refrigeration is lacking]( In an effort to make vaccines​ more available to people in difficult to reach areas, a team of scientists at McMaster University has developed an inexpensive, sugary gel that can preserve heat-fragile antiviral vaccines for over eight weeks at temperatures up to 40° C (104° F). [Read more]( [AUTOMOTIVE]( [Mclaren gives its Sprinter camper van sporty flair and spacious living]( A few weeks before going Savage with the VW Crafter, Mclaren Sport Homes was performing some of its first camper van conversions on the gen-3 Sprinter. Its updated Shadow capitalizes on the latest Mercedes tech, adding a cozy, sealed-off interior with space to sleep, cook, freshen and relax. [Read more]( [AUTOMOTIVE]( [Volocopter to build a prototype flying taxi station in Singapore this year]( ​​After expanding to Singapore late last year following a string of test flights of its radical 18-rotor aircraft, German aviation startup Volocopter has now announced plans to build its first flying taxi station in city, with flight trials to kick off soon after its completion. ​ [Read more]( [URBAN TRANSPORT]( [The Boring Company fleshes out the details for upcoming Las Vegas tunnel]( A Las Vegas tourism authority has signed off on a contract worth almost US$50 million that will see The Boring Company design and construct a set of tunnels beneath the city's new convention center, which guests will travel aboard self-driving electric vehicles. ​ [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 © 2019