First human study into sleep apnea nasal spray reports promising results

[New Atlas logo]( Medical [First human study into sleep apnea nasal spray reports promising results]( [A preliminary human trial has laid the groundwork for future, larger clinical tests for a novel nasal spray to treat sleep apnea]( A preliminary human study has shown promising results from an experimental nasal spray developed to treat sleep apnea. The early findings suggest a quick nasal spray before sleep could effectively keep a person's airways open throughout the night. [Read more]( Sponsored Content [Halytus Launches HooKee Next Gen Smart Home Gym with HydroFlex Technology]( The team at Halytus, made up of fitness lovers and deep tech enthusiasts creating innovative home gym solutions, just announced the launch of HooKee, a new smart home gym that can be used for over 100 fitness exercises with up to 100 lb of resistance. [Read more]( Energy [Cheap sodium-sulfur battery boasts 4x the capacity of lithium-ion]( [Scientists have developed a novel sodium-sulfur battery with exciting potential for renewable energy storage]( An international team of scientists eyeing next-generation energy storage solutions have demonstrated an eco-friendly and low-cost battery with some exciting potential, which includes a fourfold increase on energy capacity over lithium-ion batteries. [Read more]( Science [Visualization of "toilet plumes" may lead to cleaner, safer bathrooms]( [Although the toilet used in the study just contained clean tap water, such would not be the case in a real-word flushing scenario]( You've probably heard it before – if you don't put the lid down on the toilet, droplets of filth will fly out when you flush it. Scientists have now visualized that process for the first time, in hopes of reducing it with better toilet designs. [Read more]( Materials [Simple alloy claims crown of toughest material ever recorded]( [Microscope images of the crystal structure of the chromium, cobalt and nickel alloy, as it prevents cracks (dark area) from propagating]( A simple alloy has claimed the crown for toughest material ever recorded. A team led by Berkeley Lab discovered not only its incredible toughness, but high strength and ductility that improve in colder temperatures, unlike most known materials. [Read more]( Aircraft [End of an era as last Boeing 747 "Jumbo Jet" leaves factory]( [The last Boeing 747 left the company’s widebody factory in advance of its delivery to Atlas Air in early 2023]( An era of aviation history came to an end after 54 years. On Tuesday the last 747 Jumbo Jet rolled off the production line at Boeing's Everett, Washington, facility. Built for Atlas Air, the 747-8 freighter is the last of 1,574 Jumbos built. [Read more]( Bicycles [Scott ebike hits new benchmark for ridiculously clean, light design]( [The Lumen eRide debuts this month as Scotts lighest eMTB ever]( One of the lightest full-suspension eMTBs out there, the new Scott Lumen eRide barely looks like an ebike thanks to a compact mid-motor, frame-integrated battery and internal shock. It'll definitely perform like an electric on the trail, though. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Risk of Alzheimer's linked with genetic propensity for ADHD]( [A new study has found people with a high genetic risk score for ADHD display faster rates of cognitive decline compared to a matched group without the same genetic propensity]( A genetic predisposition to ADHD has been linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease in old age, according to new research. The findings are the first to associate ADHD genetic risk with age-related cognitive impairment. [Read more]( Automotive [Toyota takes its hydrogen-burning race engine to the street]( [Toyota is evaluating a hydrogen combustion Corolla prototype for street use]( Hydrogen combustion engines offer a chance to go (nearly) green without losing the sound, feel and excitement of driving a noisy, mechanical, piston-driven engine. Toyota has been racing one, and now it's evaluating a prototype Corolla for the street. [Read more]( Outdoors [Odd, clever and crazy-light micro-camper trailers of 2022]( [The Addax trailer has an extreme-grade steel build inspired by military trailers]( This year saw the introduction of some of the most compact, lightweight camping trailers we've seen in decades of covering new RV launches. Some were rugged off-roaders, and others were simpler road tourers. These are our favorites. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Today only: Get the jawline you desire with Jawzrsize for only $45.99]( A strong jawline evokes the appearance of power and confidence, be it in man or woman. While you may not have been genetically blessed, with the help of Jawzrsize, you can work your facial muscles to help you attain the chiseled look. [Read more]( Photography [Northern lights enthrall in annual aurora photography collection]( [Michigan Night Watch by Marybeth Kiczenski, taken at Point Betsie Lighthouse in Michigan. A strong aurora forecast inspired the photographer to make a three hour trip to find the perfect shooting location]( Auroras are among the most mesmerizing natural phenomena you can experience. To celebrate the art of aurora imagery, travel photography blog Capture the Atlas has published its annual Northern Lights Photographer of the Year collection. [Read more]( Tiny Houses [Light-filled Yggdrasil tiny house is compact but not cramped]( [The Yggdrasil's living room features generous glazing, some of which is operable and opens up the home to the breeze]( Measuring a length of just 6 m, the Yggdrasil tiny house, by France's Baluchon, is compact but not cramped thanks to a simple interior layout with flexible and storage-filled furniture, and the use of generous glazing to maximize daylight inside. [Read more]( Wearables [Premium IEM brand finally goes wireless with Orbit earphones]( [The first true-wireless earphones from premium IEM maker Campfire Audio don't come with a premium price tag]( There's no denying the convenience of true-wireless earphones, but audio quality can be less than stellar. Boutique in-ear-monitor maker Campfire Audio is promising an "out-of-this-world sound" from its first entry into the TWS space, the Orbit buds. [Read more]( Bicycles [3T releases a gravel bike inspired by Lamborghini's nuttiest Huracan]( [A gorgeous (and ridiculously expensive) gravel bike named for the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato]( The Huracan Sterrato is an odd duck indeed: a fancy Italian supercar fettled up for light dirt-squirting. But bicycle company 3T sees the Sterrato as the perfect metaphor for its high-end gravel bikes, so it's gone ahead and tarted one up to match. [Read more]( Medical [Pokey patch painlessly monitors drug levels in patients' bloodstreams]( [The microneedles used in the patch were made by cutting the ends off existing acupuncture needles]( There are many drugs which are very helpful in the right dosage, but quite harmful in larger amounts. A new microneedle patch is designed to help in that regard, by showing exactly how much medication is currently present in a patient's bloodstream. 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