Statin use linked with increased survival from aggressive breast cancer

Health & Wellbeing [Statin use linked with increased survival from aggressive breast cancer]( [New research has detected the greatest rates of survival in patients diagnosed with early-stage triple negative breast cancer are for those taking statins]( A study is offering the most detailed investigation to date into the relationship between breast cancer survival and statins – common cholesterol-lowering drugs. The study saw a 58 percent greater survival rate in breast cancer patients taking statins. [Read more]( New Atlas Plus [Support New Atlas and get our ad-free, premium layout]( New Atlas has been a reliable source of inspiring science and technology stories for almost two decades. Now we’re asking for your support so we can continue to deliver no-nonsense, independent journalism – without the distraction of ads. [Read more]( Science [Ancient clay tablet bears the oldest known example of applied geometry]( [The ancient clay tablet bearing what is believed to be the oldest known example of applied geometry]( Researchers in Australia have made a discovery that may shake up the history of mathematics, revealing evidence of applied geometry being used for the purposes of land surveying some 3,700 years ago during the Old Babylonian period. [Read more]( Aircraft [Urban eVTOL announces Leo, a 250-mph hypercar for the skies]( [This is an outdated render; the Leo will use just 16 vertical lift fans of higher diameter, with banks of three in the front and five in the rear. A separate system pushes it forward from the rear]( An electric propulsion specialist and a supercar designer have partnered up on an eye-catching three-seat eVTOL claiming 250-mph top speeds and extraordinary 300-mile range figures, as well as some extreme flight dynamics and some nifty ideas. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Get $750 worth of ADT home security equipment for only $29]( While installing a home security system used to be complicated, it's now surprisingly simple. For a limited time only, get a $750 ADT Home Security equipment voucher for only $29.88 and protect your home, family, and pets. [Read more]( Photography [Oddball visions from the 2021 Urban Photo Awards Finalists]( [Finalist, Streets. Untitled]( Strange sights and eccentric compositions abound in this year’s Urban Photo Awards, the finalists of which have just been announced. Now in its 12th year, this unique photography contest showcases weird and wonderful visions of modern life. [Read more]( Biology [Blood pressure "barometer" cells discovered in the kidney]( [Researchers have discovered a population of blood-pressure-sensing structures in the kidney]( Researchers have discovered a population of natural barometers that monitor and maintain our blood pressure. The cellular sensors have for decades been presumed to be located in a certain type of cell in the kidney, but have only now been detected. [Read more]( Aircraft [DHL Express to fly packages in all-electric Alice eCargo airplane]( [DHL Express has ordered 12 Alice eCargo all-electric aircraft from Eviation, due for delivery in 2024]( Though Eviation's nine-seat all-electric passenger aircraft is not due to make its first flight until later this year, the company is already looking to diversify into cargo hauling, with DHL Express placing an order for 12 eCargo variants. [Read more]( Science [Microbes anyone? Study outlines huge potential of solar-powered protein]( [A sample of edible protein powder grown from microbes]( Agriculture requires huge amounts of land and resources, and as the human population grows our food supply will be put under increasing stress. But a new study shows that farming protein from microbes could be a far more sustainable and efficient system. [Read more]( Architecture [Europe's largest arts park hosts tubular getaway's precarious balancing act]( [Russian Quintessential measures a total length of 12 m (39 ft) and has a width of 3.5 m (11 ft)]( Cantilevering dramatically out of a small hill, the Russian Quintessential is conceived as both a stunning piece of modern art and a weekend getaway. Its reflective facade and tubular form contains a compact but comfortable-looking dwelling inside. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [WHO wants COVID-19 vaccine boosters redirected to countries in need]( [The WHO says booster doses must be diverted from wealthy countries to poorer nations]( The WHO has called for a global halt on vaccine boosters until at least the end of September to prioritize supplies for poorer nations with unvaccinated vulnerable populations. The goal is to have 10 percent of every country vaccinated within two months. [Read more]( Electronics [Museum celebrates obsolete tech and oddball synth creations]( [Sam Battle of Look Mum No Computer has gathered together a growing collection of obsolete and experimental technology, and peppered the collection with his own crazy synth creations to form This Museum Is (Not) Obsolete]( Over the last year or so, Sam Battle has been gathering together interesting tech and gadgetry from the past and musical curiosities of his own design for a collection known as This Museum Is (Not) Obsolete, which is now open for business. [Read more]( Materials [Charged graphene foam acts as "uranium magnet" for water purification]( [MIT engineers have shown that graphene oxide foam can be an efficient filter for uranium in drinking water]( MIT researchers have found yet another use for the over-achieving wonder material graphene, by making a reusable filter out of graphene oxide foam that acts like a magnet for uranium, effectively pulling the radioactive element out of drinking water. [Read more]( Medical [Artificial pancreas trialed in patients with type 2 diabetes]( [A patient using the artificial pancreas]( An artificial pancreas has been trialed in patients with type 2 diabetes for the first time. The device monitors a person’s blood glucose levels and automatically administers insulin when needed – and the results so far are promising. [Read more]( Tiny Houses [Huge mobile cottage provides spacious family living]( [The Denali XL Bunkhouse measures a total length of 41.4 ft (12.6 m)]( Timbercraft Tiny Homes has redesigned its Denali XL tiny house and added a couple of loft bedrooms, increasing the maximum sleeping capacity to six while offering a spacious and well-stocked interior with a cottage-like feel. [Read more]( Wearables [Smart necklace monitors facial expressions to gauge your emotions]( [A look at the hardware packed inside the NeckFace device]( Last year we looked at an interesting research project from scientists at Cornell University seeking to use wearable cameras to track facial expressions, and the technology has now taken on a more practical design in the form of the NeckFace. [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 © 2021