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About Massimo
Harnessing his dual expertise in molecular biology and digital communications, Massimo is a steadfast advocate for science, striving to weave it into the fabric of everyday life. As the founder and editor-in-chief of TheScienceBreaker, he is not just chasing a dream, but actively building a reality where society and science walk hand-in-hand. His aspiration is not one of distant admiration, but of close collaboration: empowering every individual with scientific understanding and fostering a collective enthusiasm for discovery. His vision is one of unity, where society acknowledges the integral role of science and technology in shaping our shared future.
Massimo is the editor of 344 Breaks:
The Alcohol Hangover: A Thought Impairing Experience
The effects of hangover have often been overlooked, but recent research has shown that impairments on our thoughts and behaviors could extend to the following morning.
Dec 11, 2018 | 4 min readThe saiga antelope is hit by a meteorological bullet
Saiga antelope of Central Asia suffered massive mortalities from a bacterial disease causing blood poisoning, threatening their survival. Evidence accumulated from research scientists is unravelling the mystery, which relates to weather/climate anomalies.
Nov 21, 2018 | 4 min readOur bones: strength, flexibility and…fractals!
The combined hardness and toughness of bone cannot be explained by the mere mixture of proteins and calcium phosphate mineral. To solve this conundrum, a deeper insight into the structure of this remarkable material is required. Using advanced three-dimensional nanoscale imaging of the mineral in human bone, we highlighted the importance of its structural organization.
Nov 16, 2018 | 4.5 min readGut bacteria orchestrate the transmission of overweight from mother to babe
Using gene-sequencing methods to identify infant gut bacteria in a large and representative Canadian birth cohort, we investigated birth mode and infant gut bacterial composition to better understand how maternal overweight during pregnancy could lead to future overweight in newborns.
Nov 14, 2018 | 3 min readPoorly protected areas: human impacts are destroying nature’s safeguards
We found that roughly one-third of the globally protected area estate (amounting to six million km²) is under intense human pressure. Governments around the world are claiming that their protected areas are set aside for nature, while at the same time approving huge developments inside their boundaries or failing to prevent illegal damage.
Nov 7, 2018 | 4 min readWhat were the ice age ‘stilt-legged’ horses of North America?
Were these extinct animals related to horses, donkeys, or zebras, or were they something else entirely? Using ancient DNA, we have finally solved this mystery.
Nov 2, 2018 | 3.5 min read