Upside Down Rhinoceroses and Other Things You Needed to Know

The Ig Nobel prizes have neither the cachet nor the money associated with the better-known Nobel awards. They do, however, sometimes bring a smile to one's face and can raise interesting questions. This year's Ig Nobel awards include some interesting topics (https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/sep/09/upside-down-rhinos-and-nose-clearing-orgasm-studies-win-ig-nobel-prize). One prize was given for a study, suggesting it is safer to transport rhinoceroses, when they are upside down. This information could actually be beneficial to animal welfare, if the such beasts have to be quickly moved from a flooded area. Another prize was given for an investigation on a beard's ability to soften the impact of a punch to the face. I wouldn't be without one! I think, however, I might stick to regular decongestants, rather than rely on orgasms to clear my sinuses!