Today, you’ll learn about how your next scrape might be healed using algae, what ancient Mayans can teach us about water conservation, and the skincare routines… of humpback whales 

Healing Algae 

• “Plasma tech transforms blue-green algae into wound-healing wonder.” by Paul McClure. 2023.  
• “Health Benefits of Blue-Green Algae: Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.” by Chai Siah Ku, et al. 2013.  
• “Transforming Spirulina maxima Biomass into Ultrathin Bioactive Coatings Using an Atmospheric Plasma Jet: A New Approach to Healing of Infected Wounds.” by Tuyet Pham, et al. 2023.  

Mayan Reservoirs 

• Ancient Maya reservoirs, constructed wetlands, and future water needs.” by Lisa J. Lucero. 2023.  
• “Who were the Maya? Decoding the ancient civilization’s secrets.” by Erin Blakemore. 2022.  

Humpback Skincare 

• “What’s at Play: Humpback Whale Interaction with Seaweed Is a Global Phenomenon.” by Jan-Olaf Meynecke & Hilla Kela. 2023.  
• “Kelping is a ‘global phenomenon’ sweeping the world of humpback whales, scientists say.” by Sascha Pare. 2023.  
• “Humpback whales: Facts about the singers of the sea.” by Patrick Pester. 2023.  

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