Marmot Study Survives on Crypto; Physics Explores Dead Battery Energy

A decades-long marmot research project, threatened by science funding cuts, has found a lifeline through cryptocurrency, raising over $100,000 with a marmot-themed digital currency. This initiative follows previous unconventional fundraising efforts by the researchers, including the use of platforms like OnlyFans, underscoring the precarious financial landscape for scientific endeavors.

Meanwhile, in a separate development highlighting the practical applications of physics, researchers are exploring methods to extract residual energy from seemingly dead batteries using a "joule thief" circuit. This innovation demonstrates how fundamental scientific principles can lead to resourcefulness and potentially extend the life of power sources, even as traditional research funding faces challenges.