As if we needed another reason to save the cuddly panda bear from extinction… Chinese researchers have discovered a potent antibiotic called cathelicidin-AM in the animal’s blood which they believe could be used to develop treatments for human diseases—including drug-resistant superbugs. Scientists have discovered that the animals, of which there are around 1,600 in the
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Nothing like Splattered Blood Wall Paper to Spruce up the Condo
For those who want a subtle ‘I just killed my entire family with an axe’ look, Pixersize has a bloody collection of wall paper and murals to fit your needs. Perfect for commemorating your ‘first kill’ or just a birthday gift for the seasoned serial killer. [Cheers incrediblethings]
Victim Hand Painted Blood Spatter Heels
Based on the popular Victim flip-flop, this is the upscale version of the monstrous, perfect for Halloween design. The 5-inch high heel’s white faux leather is covered in hand painted blood, as well as the little white bow on the front of the shoe. The red strikes out boldly against the pristine white background to
A New Breed – Woman Injects Herself with Horse blood
I have been one to take part in the ancient rites of injecting dragon blood into my veins, but I tend to draw the line when it comes to an actual live species and actual blood. As part of an art experiment that was set to blur the line between species a woman named Marion
Unusual Spilt Milk & Blood Placemats – The Splash
Giving the illusion of spilt milk or a sliced jugular, the Splash Place mats by Thor hoy can be used as a gag just before dinner, then in an ironic twist of irony, reused as a mat, to protect your table neatly resting under your plate.
Blood-Inspired Perfume – Calling all Vampires
Calling all vampires – Milan based designers, Antonio Zuddas and Giovanni Castelli have come up with an unusually bizarre provocative fragrance line based on the four major human blood types – A,B, AB, and O. Aptly called Blood Concept, the idea is not nearly as freakish as Lady Gaga’s blood and semen fragrance, however, the
Detect Diseases in Minutes with Amazing Blood Analysis Chip
Scientists have taken the first step towards diagnosing diseases quickly accurately, inexpensively and without the need for electricity or chemical reactions. The self-powered Integrated Microfluidic Blood Analysis System (or SIMBAS for short), can process whole blood samples without the use of external tubing and extra components. According to UC Berkeley professor of bioengineering Luke Lee,
Anna Marinenko’s Japan Clock – Blood Drops on Water
With the catastrophe in Japan clearly in our hearts and minds, the very talented designer Anna Marinenko, created the Japan clock as a reminder that life truly does go on. Most noted for her part tupperware, part spaceship “Ghost Urn”, the Japan clok takes inspiration from the Japanese flag, blood drops and circular ripples on
Lady Gaga goes over the Deep End – Semen and Blood Perfume
Lady Gaga has clearly gone over the deep end, or has she? According to fashionista.com, the rumor is true, Lady Gaga’s first venture into the world of fragrance is going to contain blood and semen. “It was taken out of my own blood sample, so it’s a sense of having me on your skin,” the
