Researchers discover how gut bacteria can enhance prostate cancer growth

Science [Researchers discover how gut bacteria can enhance prostate cancer growth]( [The research reports a novel link between the gut microbiome and prostate cancer]( The role of gut bacteria in the progression of prostate cancer has been highlighted in a new study showing how the microbiome can influence hormone metabolism, which subsequently amplifies tumor growth and disrupts certain hormone treatments. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Get 3 years of unlimited access to Playstation Plus for $60 Off]( If you're an avid gamer or know someone who is, you've come to the right place. Enjoy unlimited online gameplay for three years with this stackable code bundle for PlayStation Plus. [Read more]( Space [Ancient Martian lake and river delta clear in Perseverance photos]( [A false-color image, snapped by the Perseverance rover, of a butte nicknamed Kodiak. Scientists say the images demonstrate geological evidence of an ancient river delta]( Jezero crater on Mars was chosen as the landing site for the Perseverance rover because satellite images suggested it was once an ancient lake. More direct evidence has now been found, as photos snapped by the rover reveal signs of flash flooding. [Read more]( Robotics [Facebook robot crawls along power lines to deliver fiber optic cable]( [The Bombyx robot's main body remains level to the ground, while an internal mechanism winds a payload of fiber optic cable around the power line]( Although fiber optic internet cable has many advantages over metal cable, it frequently has to be distributed underground – this limits its usability. Facebook, however, has developed a robot that could wrap the cable around existing power lines. [Read more]( Automotive [SAIC's R RYZR tilting 4-wheeler suspends driver and passenger in mid-air]( [The RYZR looks like a high-fashion moon buggy from above]( Chinese auto giant SAIC has let its design team stretch out on an ultra-futuristic EV project. The tilting R RYZR has outrageous design touches throughout, including hubless front wheels, swappable steering, and two seats that require serious faith. [Read more]( [New Atlas Weekly Newscast]( [The implant monitors brain activity for patterns of depression and responds with short bursts of electrical stimulation designed to disrupt cycles of depressive brain activity]( Listen to the week's top stories from New Atlas. [Read more]( Motorcycles [First Kalk AP electric motorcycles start anti-poaching patrols in Africa]( [The anti-poaching rangers from the Southern African Wildlife College have started using the first Kalk AP electric motorcycles from Cake]( Back in January, Sweden's Cake joined with the Southern African Wildlife College and Goal Zero to develop a special electric motorcycle to aid anti-poaching measures in the African bush. Now the bikes have been delivered and are in use by rangers. [Read more]( Aircraft [Tetra demonstrates its buy 'n' fly single-seat eVTOL in California]( [Tetra's Mk5 personal eVTOL is set to start deliveries in 2022]( Japan's Tetra Aviation plans to start delivering single-seat electric VTOL lift and cruise aircraft to customers by the end of 2022, and it has now released video footage of its Mk-5 aircraft making test flights in California. [Read more]( Science [Failed Alzheimer’s drug finds new life as anti-obesity pill]( [Since the drug already has an established safety profile the researchers suggest human clinical trials for obesity could swiftly commence]( A drug originally designed to treat Alzheimer’s has been found to reduce obesity and improve heart function in mice. The drug was previously found to be ineffective treating dementia, but it's suggested it could be useful in stimulating fat metabolism. [Read more]( Outdoors [FireTower camp stove folds up into a book-sized bag for easy carry]( [The newly introduced FireTower in action]( Dutch designer Arnaud Desseyn has graced our pages with a couple of interesting portable stove designs before. The FireTower is his latest creation, featuring a neat rocket stove design that folds flat and slides into a book-sized bag for easy carry. [Read more]( Space [Youngest Moon rocks ever found shake up understanding of lunar past]( [China’s Chang’e-5 lander gets busy on the lunar surface in December 2020]( Researchers studying precious lunar samples retrieved by a Chinese lander have found them to be the youngest rocks ever found on the Moon, drastically reshaping the timeline of volcanic activity on our only natural satellite. [Read more]( Architecture [Experimental HiLo building reduces concrete need and boosts sustainability]( [The HiLo unit has been installed on top of the existing NEST research building in Dubendorf, Switzerland]( The construction industry is a big producer of CO2, and ETH Zurich has been working on new techniques that help clean up the industry's act. The result is the HiLo, which was built using minimal concrete and has impressive sustainability features. [Read more]( Photography [Panasonic crams full-frame Lumix S1H goodness into box-style videocam]( [The Lumix DC-BS1H camera has numerous mounting points and connection for attaching the hardware you need for a video shoot]( Panasonic's Lumix DC-BGH1 Micro Four Thirds box camera for video shooters is being joined by a full-frame mirrorless sibling called the BS1H, which squeezes the performance chops of the Lumix S1H into a modular box format designed for video pros. [Read more]( Around The Home [Capti stationary bike is the latest to mix cycling with gaming]( [The Capti's online library of virtual rides currently features 50 different maps]( Compared to riding a real bicycle outdoors, riding an indoor stationary bike can be pretty boring. The Capti exercise bike is the most recent to address that problem, by adding games and virtual rides to the mix. [Read more]( Medical ["Living medicine" recruits bacteria to fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs]( [A microscope image of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, which the researchers edited to fight superbug biofilms]( Scientists have demonstrated a new way to fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs by pitting bacteria against each other. The team engineered a common bacteria to safely colonize medical implants, then produce enzymes that dissolve superbug biofilms. [Read more]( Architecture [Underground rail network makes for lightweight timber restaurant design]( [The Pavilion is situated on top of a tunnel that hosts an underground light rail track and had to be relatively lightweight as the ground couldn't support a heavy structure]( Tasked with designing a restaurant on an awkward site that couldn't support much weight, Acme used engineered wood to create an attractive and lightweight building. It also includes solar power, a green roof, and nesting boxes for birds and bats. [Read more]( Bicycles [Tiler tech wirelessly charges ebikes through their kickstand]( [The Tiler system was developed at the Delft University of Technology]( Wireless charging systems for electric cars certainly are convenient, as drivers just park the vehicle, get out, and leave it to charge. Well, Dutch company Tiler has created a similar technology for ebikes. [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