Today on Squirrel News, we feature an app that’s improving urban transit navigation for the visually impaired, a non-invasive approach to bowel cancer diagnosis, a matchmaking service connecting Californians with affordable housing solutions – and much more.
This app makes navigating urban transit easier for the visually impaired
The app NaviLens helps visually impaired individuals navigate city transit systems by providing real-time audio and haptic navigation cues at bus and train stations.
Immunotherapy drug could benefit more breast cancer patients
Research indicates that Pembrolizumab, currently used for treating triple-negative breast cancer, could be effective for a wider group of patients, including those with the most common type of breast cancer.
World’s fastest wireless EV charger could boost electric vehicle adoption
Oak Ridge National Laboratory introduces the world’s fastest wireless EV charger, offering 100 kW charging capacity that matches wired systems for quick and convenient vehicle charging by simple parking.
The US has finalised a ban on chrysotile asbestos, joining more than 50 countries in prohibiting the carcinogenic substance used in various industries. This raw form of asbestos has been linked to lung cancer and mesothelioma.
Matchmaking approach to affordable housing helps low-income Californians
Non-profit Brilliant Corners is using a matchmaking model to connect low-income individuals in California with affordable housing, navigating the competitive real estate market with personalised support.
1 million Sphagnum moss planted to restore Oldham’s Dovestone Reservoir
Volunteers at Oldham’s Dovestone Reservoir have achieved a significant milestone by planting one million sphagnum moss, which improves water retention, flood management, and biodiversity in the area.
Historic dam removal in the US revives tribal hopes and salmon habitats
The commencement of the largest dam removal project in the US on the Klamath River marks a victory for tribal advocates, promising the restoration of vital salmon spawning grounds inaccessible for more than a hundred years.
Women guides lead change in Botswana’s Safari scene
In Botswana, a transformative movement within the safari industry sees women taking on roles as mokoro polers. This shift empowers women in traditionally male-dominated field and enriches the safari experience for tourists.
