#Brainweek Partner Interview: Piero Paolo Battaglini :: This is the first in a series of Brain Awareness Week partner interviews, in which partners share their experiences and tips for planning successful events. Piero Paolo Battaglini is a full professor of physiology at the University of Trieste in Italy. He is also a member of the European Dana Alliance for the Brain. Your past Brain Awareness Week events have ranged from theatre production to radi
#Brainweek Partner Interview: Piero Paolo Battaglini :: This is the first in a series of Brain Awareness Week partner interviews, in which partners share their experiences and tips for planning successful events. Piero Paolo Battaglini is a full professor of physiology at the University of Trieste in Italy. He is also a member of the European Dana Alliance for the Brain. Your past Brain Awareness Week events have ranged from theatre production to radi
#MeToo With Chinese Characteristics :: In the spring of 2015, five feminist activists in China handed out stickers on the Beijing subway to call attention to sexual harassment. According to one of the activists, the police knocked on her door one night in March and whisked her to the station, where they questioned her for 24 hours straight. She was held in a detention center for 37 days. The others were also arrested, and another acti
$1 test strips find fentanyl in street drugs :: Low-price test strips that accurately detect fentanyl in street drugs could potentially help opioid abusers avoid fatal overdoses, a new study shows. The cost of the strips is about $1 each. “We are at a pivotal moment in the overdose epidemic, and we need to embrace the full range of interventions that can save lives," says Susan Sherman, professor of health, behavior, and society at Johns Hopki
‘Bacterial burden’ starts early in lungs of kids with CF :: For young children with cystic fibrosis, the lungs’ bacterial population changes in the first few years of life as respiratory infections and inflammation set in, new research suggests. The study, which appears in PLOS Pathogens , offers a way to predict the onset of lung disease in children with CF and suggests a larger role for preventive therapies, such as hypertonic saline. Cystic fibrosis ca
‘Bacterial burden’ starts early in lungs of kids with CF :: For young children with cystic fibrosis, the lungs’ bacterial population changes in the first few years of life as respiratory infections and inflammation set in, new research suggests. The study, which appears in PLOS Pathogens , offers a way to predict the onset of lung disease in children with CF and suggests a larger role for preventive therapies, such as hypertonic saline. Cystic fibrosis ca
‘Death: A Graveside Companion’ offers an outlet for your morbid curiosity :: A coffee-table book explores how humans have tried to understand death through the ages.
»Graverende beregningsfejl« rammer Motorregistret :: Skat har fundet »graverende beregningsfejl« i den sidste test før implementering af en række ændringer i Motorregistret.
»Graverende beregningsfejl« rammer Motorregistret :: Skat har fundet »graverende beregningsfejl« i den sidste test før implementering af en række ændringer i Motorregistret.
10 astronomical events in 2018 and how to see them :: Need more astronomical phenomena in your life? We've got you covered. Read More
10 astronomical events in 2018 and how to see them :: Need more astronomical phenomena in your life? We've got you covered. Read More
100,000 happy moments :: What makes people happy? A huge database is making it possible to discern the answer at last.
2017 was ‘just an average year’ for shark attacks :: With 88 reported unprovoked shark attacks and five fatalities worldwide, 2017 was “just an average year," according to the University of Florida International Shark Attack File . While the number of reported attacks is slightly higher than the most recent five-year annual average of 83, the five fatalities are just below the average of six deaths per year. Of the total, 60 percent (53) occurred i
2017 was ‘just an average year’ for shark attacks :: With 88 reported unprovoked shark attacks and five fatalities worldwide, 2017 was “just an average year," according to the University of Florida International Shark Attack File . While the number of reported attacks is slightly higher than the most recent five-year annual average of 83, the five fatalities are just below the average of six deaths per year. Of the total, 60 percent (53) occurred i
2017 was an average year for worldwide shark attacks, deaths :: With 88 reported unprovoked shark attacks and five fatalities worldwide, 2017 was "just an average year," according to recent research.
24 hidden Windows settings to help you compute better :: DIY Take over Microsoft's operating system. Underneath the surface of your Windows computer, you'll find hidden settings to help you stay private, save energy, and more. Here are 24 customizations to try.
24 hidden Windows settings to help you compute better :: DIY Take over Microsoft's operating system. Underneath the surface of your Windows computer, you'll find hidden settings to help you stay private, save energy, and more. Here are 24 customizations to try.
2-minute questionnaire may detect autism :: A new two-minute questionnaire for parents could help pediatricians detect autism in toddlers earlier, at a time when intervention might be crucial, a new study indicates. Lead investigator Walter Zahorodny, associate professor of pediatrics at Rutgers University, says the Psychological Development Questionnaire (PDQ-1), had an 88 percent likelihood of correctly identifying which of the children
36 indicted in global cybercrime ring that stole $530M :: Thirty-six people were indicted in connection with an international identity theft ring known as a "one-stop shop for cybercriminals" that sold stolen credit card information on the dark web, leading to losses of more than $530 million, U.S. prosecutors said Wednesday.
3-D printing breakthrough for lightweight syntactic foams could help submarines dive deeper :: A team of materials scientists at NYU Tandon School of Engineering has developed the first process to 3-D print components of syntactic foam—extremely strong and lightweight composites used in vehicles, airplanes, and ships. Their breakthrough holds particular promise for submarines because it will enable manufacturers to print components with complex shapes capable of surviving stresses at greate
3D-printed foam parts could stay strong as subs dive deep :: A new process uses 3D printing to create components of syntactic foam—extremely strong and lightweight composites used in vehicles, airplanes, and ships. Researchers say the breakthrough holds particular promise for submarines because it will allow manufacturers to print components with complex shapes capable of surviving stresses at greater depths. Syntactic foams, a mixture of billions of micro
4,300-Year-Old Tomb of Royal Female Official Found in Egypt :: The tomb and several tomb paintings were discovered in a cemetery on the Giza Plateau.
40-year controversy in solid-state physics resolved :: An international team at BESSY II headed by Prof. Oliver Rader has shown that the puzzling properties of samarium hexaboride do not stem from the material being a topological insulator, as was previously proposed. Theoretical and initial experimental work had indicated that this material, which becomes a Kondo insulator at very low temperatures, also possessed the properties of a topological insul
40-year controversy in solid-state physics resolved :: An international team has shown that the puzzling properties of samarium hexaboride do not stem from the material being a topological insulator, as it had been proposed to be. Theoretical and initial experimental work had previously indicated that this material, which becomes a Kondo insulator at very low temperatures, also possessed the properties of a topological insulator. The team has now publ
40-year controversy in solid-state physics resolved :: An international team has shown that the puzzling properties of samarium hexaboride do not stem from the material being a topological insulator, as it had been proposed to be. Theoretical and initial experimental work had previously indicated that this material, which becomes a Kondo insulator at very low temperatures, also possessed the properties of a topological insulator. The team has now publ
6 Simple Machines: Making Work Easier :: Humans have invented six devices that combine to make work easier. These six simple machines are the wheel and axle, the lever, the inclined plane, the pulley, the screw and the wedge.
A "new Bermuda Triangle" that leads the world in sea disasters found :: A sea region has become the top place for maritime accidents, accounting for almost half the shipping disasters in the world. Read More
A 3-D approach to stop cancer in its tracks :: Every day, roughly 100 billion new cells are created inside the human body. These cells join trillions of older cells to form the tissues and organs we rely on to stay alive. Sometimes when a cell is created, a mutation occurs within its DNA, transforming the cell into something defective and potentially dangerous to the body's internal environment. Usually, a cell will recognize its own defects a
A Banana Grown At Subzero Temps Also Has An Edible Peel :: Banana crops aren't in the best shape, but new varieties could help. Japanese Mongee bananas debuted this winter, bred to be cold-resistant and pesticide-free. Plus, you can eat the peel. (Image credit: Courtesy of D&T Farm Inc.)
A Bid to Solve California’s Housing Crisis Could Redraw How Cities Grow :: California State Senator Scott Wiener is pushing a bill that would rejigger zoning laws—and fight climate change, reduce traffic, and build a new urban future
A biotech CEO explains why he injected himself with a DIY herpes treatment on Facebook Live :: He says he wants everyone to have access to affordable gene treatments.
A blueprint for future blood-nerve barrier and peripheral nerve disease research :: Researchers have detailed, for the first time, the normal human transcriptome of the blood-nerve barrier. This barrier — a tight covering of endothelial cells — maintains the microenvironment of peripheral nerves. Knowledge of the transcriptome will aid research in peripheral nerve disease.
A blueprint for future blood-nerve barrier and peripheral nerve disease research :: Researchers have detailed, for the first time, the normal human transcriptome of the blood-nerve barrier. This barrier — a tight covering of endothelial cells — maintains the microenvironment of peripheral nerves. Knowledge of the transcriptome will aid research in peripheral nerve disease.
A Brain Implant Improved Memory, Scientists Report :: Electrodes threaded into the brains of epilepsy patients enhanced their recall on word tests by about 15 percent.
A Brain Implant Improved Memory, Scientists Report :: Electrodes threaded into the brains of epilepsy patients enhanced their recall on word tests by about 15 percent.
A brain implant improved memory. The device works like a pacemaker, sending electrical pulses to aid the brain when it is struggling to store new information, but remaining quiet when it senses that the brain is functioning well. :: submitted by /u/SophiaDevetzi [link] [comments]
A clonal crayfish from nature as a model for tumors :: A genome study has proven that all specimen of Marmorkrebs, or marbled crayfish, originate from a single female. About 30 years ago, the original clone evolved in an aquarium. Ever since, the female animals have been able to spread successfully without any help from males, scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) report in a current publication. The clonal genome evolution of the c
A clonal crayfish from nature as a model for tumors :: A genome study has proven that all specimen of Marmorkrebs, or marbled crayfish, originate from a single female. About 30 years ago, the original clone evolved in an aquarium. Ever since, the female animals have been able to spread successfully and massively without any help from males, scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) report in a current publication. The clonal genome evol
A cyanine dye acid test that won't drown in water :: Near-infrared cyanine dyes are go-to tools for studying the inner workings of cells and investigating the biochemistry of disease, including cancer. But even though they have low toxicity and plenty of applications, these fluorescent dyes have a weakness: Put them in water and they quit working. A new dye overcomes this problem.
A cyanine dye acid test that won't drown in water :: Near-infrared cyanine dyes are go-to tools for studying the inner workings of cells and investigating the biochemistry of disease, including cancer. But even though they have low toxicity and plenty of applications, these fluorescent dyes have a weakness: Put them in water and they quit working. A new dye overcomes this problem.
A cyanine dye acid test that won't drown in water :: Near-infrared cyanine dyes are go-to tools for studying the inner workings of cells and investigating the biochemistry of disease, including cancer. But even though they have low toxicity and plenty of applications, these fluorescent dyes have a weakness: Put them in water and they quit working. A new dye overcomes this problem.
A cyanine dye acid test that won't drown in water :: Near-infrared cyanine dyes are go-to tools for studying the inner workings of cells and investigating the biochemistry of disease, including cancer. But even though they have low toxicity and plenty of applications, these fluorescent dyes have a weakness: Put them in water and they quit working. A new dye overcomes this problem.
A discussion, not a war: two opposing experts talk dinosaur family trees :: Scientific disagreements are rife but rarely vicious – even over something as radical as a shakeup of dinosaur relationships In 2017 a startling paper suggested that the conventional view of the fundamental relationships between different groups of dinosaurs was incorrect . A huge new analysis including many early dinosaurs and their nearest relatives suggested that a rearrangement of the dinosau
A genetic trigger adds branches to plants, could boost crop yields :: When it comes to agriculture from branched plants, such as apple trees, the more branches that bear fruit, the better. But in the real world, there's a limit to the number of branches that plants make—a gene tends to put the brakes on this splitting process called shoot branching. Today in ACS Central Science, researchers reveal a chemical that can reverse this limitation, possibly leading to impr
A genetic trigger adds branches to plants, could boost crop yields :: When it comes to agriculture from branched plants, such as apple trees, the more branches that bear fruit, the better. But in the real world, there's a limit to the number of branches that plants make — a gene tends to put the brakes on this splitting process called shoot branching. Today in ACS Central Science, researchers reveal a chemical that can reverse this limitation, possibly leading to i
A genetic trigger adds branches to plants, could boost crop yields :: When it comes to agriculture from branched plants, such as apple trees, the more branches that bear fruit, the better. But in the real world, there's a limit to the number of branches that plants make — a gene tends to put the brakes on this splitting process called shoot branching. Today researchers reveal a chemical that can reverse this limitation, possibly leading to improved crop production.
A good life for all within the planet's means :: A new study has found that no country currently meets its citizens' basic needs at a globally sustainable level of resource use. The research is the first to quantify the sustainability of national resource use associated with meeting basic human needs for 151 countries.
A good life for all within the planet's means :: A study led by the University of Leeds has found that no country currently meets its citizens' basic needs at a globally sustainable level of resource use.
A good life for all within the planet's means :: A study led by the University of Leeds has found that no country currently meets its citizens' basic needs at a globally sustainable level of resource use. The research is the first to quantify the sustainability of national resource use associated with meeting basic human needs for 151 countries.
A hole in the heart increases post-surgical risk of stroke :: New research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association indicates that a common anatomic anomaly — a hole between the upper chambers of the heart that fails to close after birth — doubles the risk of stroke within 30 days of non-cardiac surgery. The research suggests the hole itself, known as a patent foramen ovale (PFO), contributes to the risk for stroke in patients following
A hole in the heart increases post-surgical risk of stroke :: New research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association indicates that a common anatomic anomaly — a hole between the upper chambers of the heart that fails to close after birth — doubles the risk of stroke within 30 days of non-cardiac surgery. The research suggests the hole itself, known as a patent foramen ovale (PFO), contributes to the risk for stroke in patients following
A little alcohol may keep brains ‘clean’ :: Low levels of alcohol consumption may reduce inflammation and help the brain clear away toxins, including those associated with Alzheimer’s disease, new research suggests. “Prolonged intake of excessive amounts of ethanol is known to have adverse effects on the central nervous system," says Maiken Nedergaard, co-director of the Center for Translational Neuromedicine at the University of Rochester
A Long-Lost NASA Spacecraft Rises From the Dead :: Rick Burley couldn’t believe what he was reading. The email on his computer screen, forwarded by his former colleague Jim Burch, was from someone named Scott Tilley. Tilley, an amateur astronomer in British Columbia, recently had been searching the skies for a signal from the Zuma satellite, a top-secret government mission that many believe failed after Zuma was launched into orbit last month. Hi
A majority of middle-aged people show a high level of mental well-being :: A recent study has found a surprisingly high level of mental well-being among middle-aged individuals.
A majority of middle-aged people show a high level of mental well-being :: A recent study at the University of Jyväskylä has found a surprisingly high level of mental well-being among middle-aged individuals. The study examined multiple dimensions of mental well-being, including satisfaction with life and psychological and social well-being.
A much better asthma drug has shown promise in early experiments :: Existing asthma drugs can fade in effectiveness and have side effects. But preliminary experiments suggest a new kind of drug could be more effective
A new DNA test will look for 190 diseases in your newborn’s genetic code :: But not all parents may want to know the results.
A New Era of Big Spending in Trump's Washington :: Congressional leaders struck the biggest bipartisan breakthrough of the Trump era by going back to the old rules of Washington: The quickest way to reach consensus is by cracking open the federal piggy bank and divvying up what falls out. A two-year budget agreement announced on Wednesday achieves a hard-fought fiscal peace, but at a steep price for taxpayers and the federal deficit: an increase
A New Leader in the Push for Diversity of Thought on Campus :: As of this year, more than 1,500 college professors and a couple hundred graduate students have joined Heterodox Academy, a nonprofit founded in 2015 on the premise that research and teaching suffer when college campuses lack diverse viewpoints. Amid recent tumult in academia, where student protests have been common and clashes over free speech and intellectual inquiry have made national headline
A New Leader in the Push for Diversity of Thought on Campus :: As of this year, more than 1,500 college professors and a couple hundred graduate students have joined Heterodox Academy, a nonprofit founded in 2015 on the premise that research and teaching suffer when college campuses lack diverse viewpoints. Amid recent tumult in academia, where student protests have been common and clashes over free speech and intellectual inquiry have made national headline
A new path into bipolar disorder comes to light :: A new article authored by an international group of researchers reveals a novel potential drug target for bipolar disorder and offers new insights into the underlying biology of this lifelong and devastating mental illness.
A new path into bipolar disorder comes to light :: A new article reveals a novel potential drug target for bipolar disorder and offers new insights into the underlying biology of this lifelong and devastating mental illness.
A new radiation detector made from graphene :: Graphene is a remarkable material: light, strong, transparent and electrically conductive. It can also convert heat to electricity, and researchers have recently exploited this thermoelectric property to create a new kind of radiation detector. Classified as a bolometer, the new device has a fast response time and works over a wide range of temperatures. With a simple design and relatively low cos
A new radiation detector made from graphene :: Graphene is a remarkable material: light, strong, transparent and electrically conductive. It can also convert heat to electricity, and researchers have recently exploited this thermoelectric property to create a new kind of radiation detector. Classified as a bolometer, the new device has a fast response time and works over a wide range of temperatures. With a simple design and relatively low cos
A new radiation detector made from graphene :: Graphene is a remarkable material: light, strong, transparent and electrically conductive. It can also convert heat to electricity, and researchers have recently exploited this thermoelectric property to create a new kind of radiation detector. Classified as a bolometer, the new device has a fast response time and works over a wide range of temperatures. With a simple design and relatively low cos
A new radiation detector made from graphene :: Graphene is a remarkable material: light, strong, transparent and electrically conductive. It can also convert heat to electricity, and researchers have recently exploited this thermoelectric property to create a new kind of radiation detector. Classified as a bolometer, the new device has a fast response time and works over a wide range of temperatures. With a simple design and relatively low cos
A new radiation detector made from graphene :: Graphene is a remarkable material: light, strong, transparent and electrically conductive. It can also convert heat to electricity. Researchers have recently exploited this thermoelectric property to create a new kind of radiation detector.
A new radiation detector made from graphene :: Graphene is a remarkable material: light, strong, transparent and electrically conductive. It can also convert heat to electricity. Researchers have recently exploited this thermoelectric property to create a new kind of radiation detector.
A new report shows democracy is in decline everywhere, including the United States :: Have you been feeling like democracy is in trouble lately? According to this report, you're right. Read More
A new role for the 'pigments of life' :: Chemically reconfiguring 'porphyrins' has opened new possibilities for their use in diverse applications in chemistry, biochemistry and energy science.
A new role for the 'pigments of life' :: Chemically reconfiguring 'porphyrins' has opened new possibilities for their use in diverse applications in chemistry, biochemistry and energy science.
A new way of generating ultra-short bursts of light :: A close relative of the laser has been confined to the lab due to its finicky nature, but a recent discovery may now bring the technology into a range of applications from health care to environmental science.
A new way of generating ultra-short bursts of light :: A close relative of the laser has been confined to the lab due to its finicky nature, but a recent discovery may now bring the technology into a range of applications from health care to environmental science.
A new way of generating ultra-short bursts of light :: A close relative of the laser has been confined to the lab due to its finicky nature, but a recent discovery may now bring the technology into a range of applications from health care to environmental science.
A new way of generating ultra-short bursts of light :: A close relative of the laser has been confined to the lab due to its finicky nature, but a recent discovery may now bring the technology into a range of applications from health care to environmental science.
A Nintendo Switch N00b Goes Hands-On With Labo :: Nintendo's latest set of Switch peripherals bring the whimsy back into gaming.
A Note on ‘Notes’ :: This past week The Atlantic announced a sensible new policy for engaging readers in our ongoing conversations. The news is explained here , and it amounts to a shift away from an open Comments section, and to a managed online Letters section. To me this is welcome news, in that it finally brings my own personal practices into compliance with Official Magazine Policy. Over the decades of online wr
A pair of RNA scissors with many functions :: Arming CRISPR/Cas systems with an enzyme that also controls the translation of genetic information into protein.
A Pet Crayfish Can Clone Itself, and It's Spreading Around the World :: No one knows exactly when the clones first appeared, but humans only became aware of them in the early 2000s. It was a German aquarium owner who first brought it to scientists’ attention. In 1995, he had acquired a bag of “Texas crayfish" from an American pet trader, only to find his tank inexplicably filling up with the creatures. They were all, it turns out, clones. Sometime, somewhere, the bio
A Point about Horned Dinosaurs :: New finds have complicated the traditional way of distinguishing horned dinosaurs — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
A raucous Google-Uber fight is finally heading to trial :: A Google-bred pioneer in self-driving cars and Uber's beleaguered ride-hailing service are colliding in a courtroom showdown revolving around allegations of deceit, betrayal, espionage and a high-tech heist that tore apart one-time allies.
A revolutionary material for aerospace and neuromorphic computing :: First came the switch. Then the transistor. Now another innovation stands to revolutionize the way we control the flow of electrons through a circuit: vanadium dioxide (VO2). A key characteristic of this compound is that it behaves as an insulator at room temperature but as a conductor at temperatures above 68°C. This behavior – also known as metal-insulator transition – is being studied in an amb
A single “Like" on Facebook can reveal a crucial aspect of your personality :: The internet and social media have made persuasive appeals more powerful than ever before. Read More
A spacecraft is using the Martian atmosphere to get closer to the planet :: Space The ExoMars orbiter is going strong, and slowing down. Whether screeching to a halt or gently lowering your speed, slowing down can be hard on Earth. But when braking in a vacuum you need to get creative.
A step toward sensitive and fast gluten detection :: For people with celiac disease and gluten-sensitivities, the number of food options in the stores is growing. But current tests for gluten are not finding all of the substance in foods, resulting in some products being labeled "gluten free" when they really aren't. Now researchers reporting in ACS Sensors say they have developed a fast gluten detector that has the potential to detect and quantify
A step toward sensitive and fast gluten detection :: For people with celiac disease and gluten-sensitivities, the number of food options in the stores is growing. But current tests for gluten are not finding all of the substance in foods, resulting in some products being labeled 'gluten free' when they really aren't. Now researchers reporting in ACS Sensors say they have developed a fast gluten detector that has the potential to detect and quantify
A Ticking Time Bomb of Mercury Is Hidden Beneath Earth's Permafrost :: The mercury's rising — and probably spilling into our oceans.
A Ticking Time Bomb of Mercury Is Hidden Beneath Earth's Permafrost :: The mercury's rising — and probably spilling into our oceans.
A Trip to a Museum for Convincing Americans About Climate Change :: Since January 25, after sunset, the shades on a window-walled gallery in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village have rolled up, and the sidewalk outside has been cast in a cool, blue glow. The color comes from a four-and-a-half-hour-long video of ice cores. Inside the gallery, scanned images of samples from the Greenland Ice Sheet are on a continuous loop, representing 110,000 years of accumulation. Watch
A Triumphant First Launch for Elon Musk's Giant Rocket :: SpaceX Elon MuskUpdated on February 6 at 7:29 p.m. ET CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.—Seven years ago, the Falcon Heavy was a model rocket, sitting on a table in a conference room in Washington, D.C., in front of some reporters and a couple empty seats. On Tuesday, the rocket dreamed up by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk stood 230 feet tall, on the famed launchpad at Kennedy Space Center where the Saturn V flew the first humans to th
A true story about rape in America that's almost too hard to believe :: What explains our propensity to blame the victim, even in cases of sexual assault and rape? A true story of sexual crime in America reveals some key misunderstandings we may all hold. Read More
Acne linked with increased risk of depression :: In an analysis of one of the largest electronic medical records databases in the world, researchers found that patients with acne had a significantly increased risk of developing major depression, but only in the first five years after being diagnosed with acne.
Acne linked with increased risk of depression :: In an analysis of one of the largest electronic medical records databases in the world, researchers found that patients with acne had a significantly increased risk of developing major depression, but only in the first five years after being diagnosed with acne.
Active genetics technology opens new horizons :: Employing CRISPR/Cas9 advancements, UC San Diego researchers are using new active genetics technology to reveal new fundamental mechanisms that control gene activity. The authors also provide experimental validation for using active genetics as an efficient means for targeted gene insertion, or 'transgenesis,' and single-step replacement of genetic control elements.
Active genetics technology opens new horizons :: Employing CRISPR/Cas9 advancements, UC San Diego researchers are using new active genetics technology to reveal new fundamental mechanisms that control gene activity. The authors also provide experimental validation for using active genetics as an efficient means for targeted gene insertion, or 'transgenesis,' and single-step replacement of genetic control elements.
Active genetics technology opens new horizons :: In 2015, University of California San Diego biologists Ethan Bier and Valentino Gantz developed a breakthrough technology known as "active genetics," which results in parents transmitting a genetic trait to most of their offspring (instead of 50 percent receiving the trait under standard inheritance). Immediate targets of active genetics included gene-drive systems for immunizing mosquitoes agains
Active genetics technology opens new horizons :: In 2015, University of California San Diego biologists Ethan Bier and Valentino Gantz developed a breakthrough technology known as "active genetics," which results in parents transmitting a genetic trait to most of their offspring (instead of 50 percent receiving the trait under standard inheritance). Immediate targets of active genetics included gene-drive systems for immunizing mosquitoes agains
Activity Tracker Fix & Consensus Adjustment :: Have you been looking forward to the Activity Tracker properly matching Review Mode? Have you ever felt robbed of points when tracing a poorly trailblazed cube? Did you ever imagine these issues could be connected? If you answered “yes" to any of these questions, read on! Here’s the short version of what we’re about to do: Accuracies in the Activity Tracker have sometimes been failing to match ac
Acute coronary syndromes — Did prasugrel & ticagrelor offer same benefits as clopidogrel? :: In patients presenting with acute coronary syndromes (ACS) either with or without ST-segment elevation MI (STEMI and NSTEMI), dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is recommended for at least 1 year independently of whether revascularization is performed.
Acute treatment suppresses posttraumatic arthritis in ankle injury :: A University of Iowa study has identified a method for inhibiting the occurrence of an aggressive form of arthritis that frequently develops following a severe traumatic injury. The preclinical work demonstrates the potential for preventing posttraumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA) by targeting very early damage after fractures. These types of fractures in a load-bearing joint can lead to arthritis as q
Adding crizotinib to radiation therapy may help preserve hearing in patients with NF2 :: A Massachusetts General Hospital research team reports that the use of crizotinib to block a specific molecular pathway both enhanced the radiosensitivity of tumors in mouse models of NF2, allowing a reduction in radiation dosage, and inhibited the growth of cultured tumor cells from NF2 patients.
Advances in fabricating nanocrystalline diamonds to study materials under extreme conditions :: Using a nanocrystalline diamond built by plasma vapor deposition, Yogesh Vohra, Ph.D., has already produced a pressure nearly two times greater than that found at the center of the Earth.
Advances open new frequency range for wireless communications :: The 'internet of things,' which make everything from your toaster to your front door accessible online, has driven an explosion in data traffic and taken up huge amounts of bandwidth. However, a new range of frequencies in the terahertz region of the spectrum may soon be available for use. A paper in this week's APL Photonics demonstrates the feasibility of using THz carrier waves for data transmi
Advances open new frequency range for wireless communications :: The 'internet of things,' which make everything from your toaster to your front door accessible online, has driven an explosion in data traffic and taken up huge amounts of bandwidth. However, a new range of frequencies in the terahertz region of the spectrum may soon be available for use. A paper in this week's APL Photonics demonstrates the feasibility of using THz carrier waves for data transmi
Adventures in brain-hacking: how an electrical stimulator boosted my IQ :: From the smart drug modafinil to oxygen chambers, interest in cognitive enhancement is growing. But can it actually make you cleverer? I tried to find out People have always sought advantages over their rivals. But trying to improve intelligence as a way to do it has been off-limits. An education can be bought, but ability? You either had it or you didn’t. Now a new science called cognitive enhan
Aging immune system may explain age-related cancer risk increase :: Study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests aging immune system plays a larger role in cancer incidence than previously thought. Findings may explain higher likelihood of men developing cancer than women. This epidemiological research could have major implications for global fight against cancer if borne out by further studies.
Aging immune system may explain age-related cancer risk increase :: A new study suggests aging immune system plays a larger role in cancer incidence than previously thought. Findings may explain higher likelihood of men developing cancer than women. This epidemiological research could have major implications for global fight against cancer if borne out by further studies.
Aging immune system may explain age-related cancer risk increase :: A new study suggests aging immune system plays a larger role in cancer incidence than previously thought. Findings may explain higher likelihood of men developing cancer than women. This epidemiological research could have major implications for global fight against cancer if borne out by further studies.
AI in pest control increases its efficiency and environmental impact :: The losses suffered by Brazilian agriculture owing to crop pests and diseases amount to R$55 billion per year, according to data from the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA). Agrosmart, a digital agriculture company based in Campinas, São Paulo State, plans to change this situation using Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Agrosmart is developing a connected application that wil
AI in pest control increases its efficiency and environmental impact :: The losses suffered by Brazilian agriculture owing to crop pests and diseases amount to R$55 billion per year, according to data from the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA). Agrosmart, a digital agriculture company based in Campinas, São Paulo State, plans to change this situation using Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Agrosmart is developing a connected application that wil
AI Just Learned How to Boost the Brain's Memory :: If we can’t understand our own brains, maybe the machines can do it for us.
AI Just Learned How to Boost the Brain's Memory :: If we can’t understand our own brains, maybe the machines can do it for us.
AI-controlled brain implants help improve people’s memory ::
Air Gap Hacker Mordechai Guri Steals Data With Noise, Light, and Magnets :: Researcher Mordechai Guri has spent the last four years exploring practically every method of stealthily siphoning data off of a disconnected computer.
Air pollution closes all schools in Tehran :: All schools in Tehran will remain closed on Tuesday because of dangerously high levels of air pollution blanketing the Iranian capital, authorities said.
Airbus flyver elektrisk fly uden pilot i 53 sekunder :: Det elektriske Vahana-fly fra Airbus har fløjet uden pilot i fem meters højde i 53 sekunder.
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Algorithm identifies vulnerable people during natural disasters :: A new algorithm will help first responders and home care providers better help the elderly during natural disasters.
Alibaba buys stake in Wanda Film for $750 million :: Troubled Chinese conglomerate Wanda announced Monday that e-commerce giant Alibaba has agreed to buy a stake in its cinema division for around $750 million, the latest sell-off by the heavily-indebted group.
Alleged UK hacker wins appeal against US extradition :: Lauri Love USAn alleged computer hacker from Britain won his appeal Monday against extradition to the United States.
Altered Carbon Is a Moody, Violent Spectacle :: If there really are no new ideas, as Mark Twain once theorized, and the best we can hope for is a kind of kaleidoscope effect made out of the same old shapes, then Altered Carbon at least renders the resulting impressions in violent, trippy technicolor. Adapted from the 2002 novel of the same name by Richard K. Morgan, the new Netflix series is replete with ideas and images from sci-fi works past
Altering Huntington's patients' skin cells into brain cells sheds light on disease :: Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have transformed skin cells from patients with Huntington's disease into the type of brain cell affected by the disorder. The resulting mass of neurons serves as a new tool to study the degenerative and eventually fatal neurological condition, according to the researchers.
Altering Huntington's patients' skin cells into brain cells sheds light on disease :: Scientists have transformed skin cells from patients with Huntington's disease into the type of brain cell affected by the disorder. The resulting mass of neurons serves as a new tool to study the degenerative and eventually fatal neurological condition, according to the researchers.
Alvorlig sikkerhedsbrist fundet i sexlegetøj :: Sexlegetøj fra fabrikanten Amor Gummiwaren GmbH har ifølge en rapport fra et sikkerhedsfirma været meget sårbart for cyberangreb. Det har været muligt at indsamle personlige kundedata samt kontrollere produkterne uden brugerens tilladelse.
Alzheimer's disease: Dual mechanism of actions of overactive and cytosolic BRCA1 in neuronal death :: A new study suggests an association between overactive and cytosolic BRCA1, the major guardian of genomic stability, and neurons death in Alzheimer's disease (AD). Upregulated BRCA1 is associated with both aberrant DNA damage response (DDR) and dysfunction of presenilin 1 (PS1). The findings support the hypothesis that genotoxic stress manifested among others by activation of DDR and destabilizati
Amazon hammers out tax deal with France :: US online retailer Amazon said Monday that it had settled a major tax claim in France and would start declaring all its earnings in the country locally, as European officials prepare to tighten the fiscal screws on digital economy giants.
Amazon warehouses don't lead to broad job growth in counties, study finds :: Amazon Prime PhonesWhen Amazon discloses its plans to build a new warehouse, the news release is predictable.
An Ancient Hyena May Have Chomped Down on This Neanderthal's Face :: About 65,000 years ago, a large carnivore – perhaps a cave hyena – chomped down on the face of a (likely dead) Neanderthal. Then, that carnivore partially digested two of the hominin's teeth before regurgitating them, a new study suggests.
An Ancient Hyena May Have Chomped Down on This Neanderthal's Face :: About 65,000 years ago, a large carnivore – perhaps a cave hyena – chomped down on the face of a (likely dead) Neanderthal. Then, that carnivore partially digested two of the hominin's teeth before regurgitating them, a new study suggests.
An archaeological adventure visiting Mexico's pyramid cities :: It was an archaeological adventure: a 12-day family trip to Mayan and Aztec pyramid cities, from Mexico City to the Yucatan jungle.
An End to Gerrymandering in Ohio? :: On Monday night, the Ohio state Senate did something truly unprecedented: With near-unanimous support from both Republicans and Democrats, the chamber approved Senate Resolution 5, a measure that would for the first time require bipartisan input and approval for federal congressional maps. The measure is expected to pass the state House today, and it will appear on the ballot in the May primary e
An End to Gerrymandering in Ohio? :: On Monday night, the Ohio state Senate did something truly unprecedented: With near-unanimous support from both Republicans and Democrats, the chamber approved Senate Resolution 5, a measure that would for the first time require bipartisan input and approval for federal congressional maps. The measure is expected to pass the state House today, and it will appear on the ballot in the May primary e
An enhanced recovery program reduced total hospital costs and improved patient outcomes :: A standardized protocol for managing patients immediately before, during, and after colorectal operations not only improved clinical outcomes, it also significantly reduced overall hospital costs.
An enzyme variant reduces cardiac hypertrophy and improves heart function :: Scientists at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (CNIC) have identified a variant of the enzyme calcineurin, called CnAβ1, whose action reduces cardiac hypertrophy and improves heart function.
An experiment in mice palliates kidney disease caused by diabetes :: A research group succeeds in removing a protein from kidney cells involved in blood filtration.
An underestimated threat: Land-based pollution with microplastics :: Tiny plastic particles also present a threat to creatures on land and may have damaging effects similar or even more problematic than in our oceans. Researchers warn: the impact of microplastics in soils, sediments and the freshwaters could have a long-term negative effect on terrestrial ecosystems throughout the world.
An underestimated threat: Land-based pollution with microplastics :: Tiny plastic particles also present a threat to creatures on land and may have damaging effects similar or even more problematic than in our oceans. Researchers from the Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) and their Berlin colleagues warn: the impact of microplastics in soils, sediments and the freshwaters could have a long-term negative effect on terrestrial ecosyst
An Unforgettable Super Bowl Win for the Eagles :: Philadelphia Eagles Tom Brady New England PatriotsIn the closing minutes of Sunday night’s Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots, the NBC commentator Al Michaels took a moment to praise the evening’s all-around play, before the ending elevated one participant at the expense of the other. “You know what’s so great about this game," Michaels said, “is that the game has been terrific from start to finish." Michaels’s p
Ancient dice weren’t as fair as they are today :: While we expect modern dice to be fair, with each number having an equal probability of being rolled, that hasn’t always been the case, with the long, shifting history of dice reflecting changing ideas about the role of “chance" in life, new research suggests. “Standardizing the attributes of a die…may have been one method to decrease the likelihood that an unscrupulous player had manipulated the
Ancient dice weren’t as fair as they are today :: While we expect modern dice to be fair, with each number having an equal probability of being rolled, that hasn’t always been the case, with the long, shifting history of dice reflecting changing ideas about the role of “chance" in life, new research suggests. “Standardizing the attributes of a die…may have been one method to decrease the likelihood that an unscrupulous player had manipulated the
Ancient kids’ toys have been hiding in the archaeological record :: Some unusual finds from thousands of years ago are actually toys and children’s attempts at mimicking adult craftwork.
Ancient kids’ toys have been hiding in the archaeological record :: Some unusual finds from thousands of years ago are actually toys and children’s attempts at mimicking adult craftwork.
Ancient rock art rewrites the natural history of Arabia :: The archaeological record suggests few large animals lived in Arabia in the last few thousand years, but prehistoric rock art from the area depicts a host of big beasts
Ancient rock art rewrites the natural history of Arabia :: The archaeological record suggests few large animals lived in Arabia in the last few thousand years, but prehistoric rock art from the area depicts a host of big beasts
Anja Pinborg er ny professor og leder på Fertilitetsklinikken :: Danmarks største offentlige fertilitetsklinik på Rigshospitalet har fået ny professor og lægelig leder.
Anja Pinborg er ny professor og leder på Fertilitetsklinikken :: Danmarks største offentlige fertilitetsklinik på Rigshospitalet har fået ny professor og lægelig leder.
Another clue to how naked mole rats live long, cancer-free lives :: Researchers have found that while naked mole rats do have a specific mechanism to keep older cells from dividing, the mechanism operates differently in the small rodents, which may be another clue to the mystery of why they live so long and stay so healthy. Naked mole rats live up to 30 years, the longest of any rodent, and have remarkable resistance to age-related diseases like cancer. The buck-
Another piece to the puzzle in naked mole rats' long, cancer-free life :: Cellular senescence is an evolutionary adaptation that prevents damaged cells from dividing out of control and developing into cancer. However, senescence has a negative side: by stopping cell division, it also accelerates aging. In a surprising finding, Rochester biologists have shown that naked mole rats experience the same cellular senescence as much shorter-lived mice, yet they continue to liv
Another piece to the puzzle in naked mole rats' long, cancer-free life :: Cellular senescence is an evolutionary adaptation that prevents damaged cells from dividing out of control and developing into cancer. However, senescence has a negative side: by stopping cell division, it also accelerates aging. In a surprising finding, Rochester biologists have shown that naked mole rats experience the same cellular senescence as much shorter-lived mice, yet they continue to liv
Another piece to the puzzle in naked mole rats' long, cancer-free life :: Cellular senescence is an evolutionary adaptation that prevents damaged cells from dividing out of control and developing into cancer. However, senescence has a negative side: by stopping cell division, it also accelerates aging. In a surprising finding, biologists have shown that naked mole rats experience the same cellular senescence as much shorter-lived mice, yet they continue to live long, ca
Another piece to the puzzle in naked mole rats' long, cancer-free life :: Cellular senescence is an evolutionary adaptation that prevents damaged cells from dividing out of control and developing into cancer. However, senescence has a negative side: by stopping cell division, it also accelerates aging. In a surprising finding, biologists have shown that naked mole rats experience the same cellular senescence as much shorter-lived mice, yet they continue to live long, ca
Antibiotic-resistant plasmids flourish in hospital plumbing :: To better understand how antibiotic-resistant organisms spread in hospitals, investigators at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Md., recently collected samples from pipes beneath the hospital's intensive care unit and from outside manholes draining hospital wastewater. They conducted whole-genome analyses on the samples to study the bacterial plasmids, or rings of DNA, that can
Antibiotic-resistant plasmids flourish in hospital plumbing :: To better understand how antibiotic-resistant organisms spread in hospitals, investigators at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Md., recently collected samples from pipes beneath the hospital's intensive care unit and from outside manholes draining hospital wastewater. They conducted whole-genome analyses on the samples to study the bacterial plasmids, or rings of DNA, that can
Antibiotic-resistant plasmids flourish in hospital plumbing :: To better understand how antibiotic-resistant organisms spread in hospitals, investigators recently collected samples from pipes beneath the hospital's intensive care unit and from outside manholes draining hospital wastewater. They conducted whole-genome analyses on the samples to study the bacterial plasmids, or rings of DNA, that can confer resistance to antibiotics.
Anti-obesity programs in schools unlikely to halt child obesity epidemic :: School based programs aimed at preventing obesity in children are unlikely to have much impact on the childhood obesity epidemic, suggests a randomized controlled trial published by The BMJ today.
Ants: Master manipulators for biodiversity, or sweet treats :: Symbiotic ants manipulate aphid reproduction rates to achieve a specific mix of green and red aphids, maintaining the inferior green aphids which produce the ants' favorite snack.
Ants: Master manipulators for biodiversity, or sweet treats :: Symbiotic ants manipulate aphid reproduction rates to achieve a specific mix of green and red aphids, maintaining the inferior green aphids which produce the ants' favorite snack.
Ants: Master manipulators for biodiversity, or sweet treats :: Symbiotic ants manipulate aphid reproduction rates to achieve a specific mix of green and red aphids, maintaining the inferior green aphids which produce the ants' favorite snack.
Ants: Master manipulators for biodiversity, or sweet treats :: Symbiotic ants manipulate aphid reproduction rates to achieve a specific mix of green and red aphids, maintaining the inferior green aphids which produce the ants' favorite snack.
Ants—master manipulators for biodiversity, or sweet treats :: Symbiotic ants manipulate aphid reproduction rates to achieve a specific mix of green and red aphids, maintaining the inferior green aphids which produce the ants' favorite snack.
Ants—master manipulators for biodiversity, or sweet treats :: Symbiotic ants manipulate aphid reproduction rates to achieve a specific mix of green and red aphids, maintaining the inferior green aphids which produce the ants' favorite snack.
Apple HomePod reviews: Amazing sound quality, not much else, iPhone users only :: A slew of reviews for Apple's new smart speaker HomePod dropped recently, and they all come to the same conclusion: It's good—if you can afford it and only use Apple products such as the iPhone and services such as Apple Music.
Apple mulls refunds for battery replacement on old iPhones :: Apple is mulling refunds to customers who paid full price for battery replacements on older iPhones.
Apple mulls refunds for battery replacement on old iPhones :: Apple is mulling refunds to customers who paid full price for battery replacements on older iPhones.
Apple Music may soon become the most popular music streaming service in US :: In the race for global music streaming supremacy, the gap between Spotify and Apple Music is getting smaller.
Are Autonomous Cars Really Safer than Human Drivers? :: Most comparisons between human drivers and automated vehicles have been at best uneven, and at worst, unfair — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Are Smartphones Really Destroying the Lives of Teenagers? :: Recent headlines would have us believe that device-hooked teens are mentally and socially doomed. The reality isn't so simple — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Are traffic-clogged U.S. cities ready for congestion pricing? :: New York is the latest city to contemplate congestion pricing as a way to deal with traffic problems. This strategy, which requires motorists to pay fees for driving into city centers during busy periods, is a rarity in urban public policy: a measure that works and is cost-effective.
Arm exercise improves walking ability after stroke :: A new study shows that arm exercises may improve walking ability months and even years after having a stroke. The study tested the influence of arm training on post-stroke leg function.
Arming CRISPR/Cas systems with enzyme that also controls translation of genetic information into protein :: CRISPR/Cas systems are known as promising "gene scissors" in the genome editing of plants, animals, and microorganisms by targeting specific regions in their DNA – and perhaps they can even be used to correct genetic defects. A team of scientists have now identified an enzyme, a special pair of RNA scissors, which is involved in CRISPR/Cas systems and the correct regulation of gene expression – in
Army-led effort demos new atomic effect for potential isotopic battery :: Army-led research team successfully demonstrates atomic effect first proposed more than 40 years ago.
As Pyeongchang Prepares for the Olympics, a Nearby Ski Resort Sits Abandoned :: With less than a week left until the opening ceremonies for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, host officials from Gangwon Province are expressing concern about the long-term maintenance and costs related to the 14 Olympic venues. In part, their concerns are based on a declining interest in skiing among South Koreans since 2012 , that has led to the closure of several other fac
As Waymo v. Uber Kicks Off, Travis Kalanick Is in the Crosshairs :: As the blockbuster legal fight goes to trial, Waymo makes clear who it wants to paint as the big baddie.
As Waymo v. Uber Kicks Off, Travis Kalanick Is in the Crosshairs :: As the blockbuster legal fight goes to trial, Waymo makes clear who it wants to paint as the big baddie.
Asfaltveje skal kunne repareres uden at stoppe trafikken :: Med et ligninbaseret bindemiddel skulle det blive lettere at reparere asfaltveje og at undgå at lukke dem i længere tid ad gangen.
Asparagus: Health Benefits, Risks (Stinky Pee) & Nutrition Facts :: Asparagus contains a stimulating blend of nutrients, making this member of the lily family a fantastic food for your health.
Asparagus: Health Benefits, Risks (Stinky Pee) & Nutrition Facts :: Asparagus contains a stimulating blend of nutrients, making this member of the lily family a fantastic food for your health.
Assad Is Still Using Chemical Weapons in Syria :: Syrian Russian DamascusUN investigators are looking into reports the Syrian regime used chemical weapons on at least two rebel-held towns in recent days. The reports mark at least the sixth time the regime of President Bashar Assad has used such weapons against civilian population centers. The UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria said Tuesday it had received multiple reports “that bombs allegedly containing weaponized chl
Astronomers Detect a Swarm of Tiny Objects Orbiting an Alien Sun :: These dusty comets, speeding through distance space, are the smallest objects ever detected in another star system.
At China’s new smart gas stations, no cash, cards, or smartphone apps will be required ::
At trial, former Uber CEO seeks to fend off conspiracy talk :: Former Uber chief executive Travis Kalanick appeared tense and tentative as he took the witness stand Tuesday seeking to counter allegations that his company stole autonomous driving secrets from former Google car unit Waymo.
Atmospheres of exoplanets in TRAPPIST-1 habitable zone probed :: Astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope have conducted the first spectroscopic survey of the Earth-sized planets within the habitable zone around the nearby star TRAPPIST-1. Hubble reveals that at least three of the exoplanets (d, e, and f) do not seem to contain puffy, hydrogen-rich atmospheres similar to gaseous planets such as Neptune. The results, instead, favor more compact atmospheres l
Atomic flaws create surprising, high-efficiency UV LED materials :: Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) traditionally demand atomic perfection to optimize efficiency. On the nanoscale, where structures span just billionths of a meter, defects should be avoided at all costs—until now.
Atomic flaws create surprising, high-efficiency UV LED materials :: Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) traditionally demand atomic perfection to optimize efficiency. On the nanoscale, where structures span just billionths of a meter, defects should be avoided at all costs—until now.
Australia's cat plague is back after 40 years – and the solution is vaccination :: Herd immunity is essential. If parvovirus vaccination rates fall below 70%, cats are in trouble A deadly feline disease is now spreading between cats after hiding for nearly 40 years. Multiple cases of feline parvovirus, also known as cat plague, or panleukopenia, have been reported in stray kittens in the greater Melbourne area this week. Feline parvovirus was a common disease in the 1960s and 1
Autism genetics study calls attention to motor skills, general cognitive impairment :: A new study of the genetic factors involved in the causation of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) draws fresh attention to the impact these illnesses have on motor skills, and more broadly on cognitive function. CSHL's Michael Wigler says that careful inference from the data suggests to him that the genetic factors causing ASD broadly diminish the brain's cognitive functions.
Autism genetics study calls attention to motor skills, general cognitive impairment :: A new study of the genetic factors involved in the causation of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) draws fresh attention to the impact these illnesses have on motor skills, and more broadly on cognitive function. Careful inference from the data suggests to researchers that the genetic factors causing ASD broadly diminish the brain's cognitive functions.
Autism might be better detected using new two-minute questionnaire :: Researchers at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School have developed a two-minute questionnaire for parents that could help pediatricians and other primary care providers detect autism in toddlers, at a time when intervention might be crucial. The Psychological Development Questionnaire (PDQ-1) had an 88 percent likelihood of correctly identifying which of the youngster that screened positive because o
Automation is going to hit workers in three waves, and the first one is already here ::
Autonomous 3-D scanner supports individual manufacturing processes :: Let's say the armrest is broken in your vintage car. As things stand, you would need a lot of luck and persistence to find the right spare part. But in the world of Industrie 4.0 and production with batch sizes of one, you can simply scan the armrest and print it out. This is made possible by the first ever 3-D scanner capable of working autonomously and in real time. The autonomous scanning syste
Autonomous 3-D scanner supports individual manufacturing processes :: Let's say the armrest is broken in your vintage car. As things stand, you would need a lot of luck and persistence to find the right spare part. But in the world of Industrie 4.0 and production with batch sizes of one, you can simply scan the armrest and print it out. This is made possible by the first ever 3-D scanner capable of working autonomously and in real time. The autonomous scanning syste
Autosploit, Strava Heat Maps, and More Top Security News This Week :: The memo release, Olympics hacking, and more of the week's top security news.
Baby, it's cold in there: Explorers test endurance in Poland :: Using a group of explorers, scientists are testing the endurance of humans and equipment in temperatures around minus 50 degrees Celsius (minus 58 Fahrenheit) at a laboratory in southern Poland.
Baby, it's cold outside: Understanding conditions for star formation :: Researchers demonstrate how a gas escapes ice at an extremely cold temperature, providing insight about how stars form in interstellar clouds.
Baby, it's cold outside: understanding conditions for star formation :: Researchers demonstrate how a gas escapes ice at an extremely cold temperature, providing insight about how stars form in interstellar clouds.
Back pain is common in highly active older adults :: In a Journal of the American Geriatrics Society study, many well-functioning and highly active older adults experienced back pain, which was linked with poorer perceived and observed walking endurance.
Back pain is common in highly active older adults :: Many well-functioning and highly active older adults experienced back pain, which was linked with poorer perceived and observed walking endurance.
Bacterial "Tape Recorder" Could Keep Tabs on Bodily Functions :: Scientists have used CRISPR to turn microbes into tiny recording devices — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Bacterial superheroes may save the day for crops :: The bacterium SA187 has been isolated from the root nodules of an indigenous desert plant that grows in Saudi Arabia. The KAUST team found it has many genes that promote plant growth in stressful environments.
Basics: Many Animals Can Count, Some Better Than You :: Numerosity is deeply embedded in species that need to track quantity, such as hungry spiders and schooling fish. But the ability seems to have faded in humans.
Bayesian model selection shows extremely polarized behavior when the models are wrong :: Scientists from University College London (UCL) and the Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS, AMSS), have reported progress in understanding problems associated with Bayesian model selection. The research suggests that the Bayesian method tends to produce very high-posterior probabilities for estimated evolutionary trees even if the trees are clearly wrong,
Bayesian model selection shows extremely polarized behavior when the models are wrong :: Scientists from University College London (UCL) and the Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS, AMSS), have reported progress in understanding problems associated with Bayesian model selection.
Bayesian model selection shows extremely polarized behavior when the models are wrong :: Scientists from University College London (UCL) and the Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS, AMSS), have reported progress in understanding problems associated with Bayesian model selection.
'Beetlejuice'—it works for real beetles too :: In Tim Burton's classic comedy "Beetlejuice", the toxic title character can escape from his inferno only if someone pronounces his name three times in a row.
Beetles escape alive after almost 2 hours in a toad’s stomach :: Bombardier beetles sometimes get eaten by toads, but they can squirt hot, toxic jets of liquid from their backsides so the toads often vomit them right back up
Belastet sygehus får 11 mio. kr. til forbedringer :: Arbejdspresset på Holbæk Sygehus har været stærkt kritiseret den seneste tid. Nu får sygehuset knap 11 mio. kr. til at afhjælpe det ekstra pres, der har været på sygehuset.
Beskidte vaskevaner: Halvdelen af din t-shirts CO2-aftryk kommer fra tøjvask :: Brug bukserne en ekstra gang og skru ned for temperaturen, hvis du vil spare klimaet for de store mængder CO2, vi danskere udleder fra tøjvask.
Best 2018 Super Bowl Ads, From Dinklage's Doritos to Sprint's 'Westworld' Moment :: Once again, brands turned football's biggest game into a night of hugely expensive one-upmanship. No complaints here.
Better knowledge of evolution leads to greater acceptance of the concept :: Prevailing theories about evolution state that belief in the concept is tied only to a person's politics or religion. But according to new research from the University of Pennsylvania, whether Americans accept or reject the subject also depends on how well they understand it.
Better knowledge of evolution leads to greater acceptance of the concept :: Prevailing theories about evolution state that belief in the concept is tied only to a person's politics or religion. But according to new research, whether Americans accept or reject the subject also depends on how well they understand it.
Better knowledge of evolution leads to greater acceptance of the concept :: Prevailing theories about evolution state that belief in the concept is tied only to a person's politics, religion or both. But according to new research out of the University of Pennsylvania published in BioScience, the journal of the American Institute of Biology, whether Americans accept or reject the subject also depends on how well they understand it.
Big data methods learn the fitness landscape of the HIV Envelope protein :: Data scientists from the HKUST and their collaborators from MIT have employed a computational approach to estimate the fitness landscape of gp160, the polyprotein that comprises HIV's spike. The inferred landscape was then validated through comparisons with diverse experimental measurements.
Big data methods learn the fitness landscape of the HIV Envelope protein :: Data scientists from the HKUST and their collaborators from MIT have employed a computational approach to estimate the fitness landscape of gp160, the polyprotein that comprises HIV's spike. The inferred landscape was then validated through comparisons with diverse experimental measurements.
Big data methods learn the fitness landscape of the HIV Envelope protein :: Despite significant advances in medicine, an effective vaccine for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is still not available, although recent hope has emerged through the discovery of antibodies capable of neutralizing diverse HIV strains. However, HIV can sometimes evade known broadly neutralizing antibody responses via mutational pathways, which makes it all the more difficult to design an e
Big data methods learn the fitness landscape of the HIV Envelope protein :: Despite significant advances in medicine, an effective vaccine for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is still not available, although recent hope has emerged through the discovery of antibodies capable of neutralizing diverse HIV strains. However, HIV can sometimes evade known broadly neutralizing antibody responses via mutational pathways, which makes it all the more difficult to design an e
Big improvements in HIV vaccine production :: Research on HIV has led to many promising ideas for vaccines to prevent infection by the AIDS virus, but very few candidate vaccines have been tested in clinical trials. One reason is the technical difficulty of manufacturing vaccines based on the envelope proteins of the virus, according to a vaccine expert who has now developed new methods for the production of HIV vaccines.
Big strides in the push for affordable, effective antivenoms :: For city dwellers, especially those in the developed world, the idea of being bitten by a venomous snake seems outlandish. But it is a daily and very real risk for millions around the world – and that includes many people living in African countries.
Big Tech insiders have a plan to repair damage being done by tech ::
Bilingualism could offset brain changes in Alzheimer's :: After more than a decade of research, this much we know: it's good for your brain to know another language. A new study goes further, however, focusing specifically on the effects of knowing a second language for patients with Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment.
Bilingualism could offset brain changes in Alzheimer's :: After more than a decade of research, this much we know: it's good for your brain to know another language. A new study goes further, however, focusing specifically on the effects of knowing a second language for patients with Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment.
Bilingualism could offset brain changes in Alzheimer's :: After more than a decade of research, this much we know: it's good for your brain to know another language.A new Concordia study goes further, however, focusing specifically on the effects of knowing a second language for patients with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and mild cognitive impairment (MCI; a risk state for AD).
Bilingualism could offset brain changes in Alzheimer's :: After more than a decade of research, this much we know: it's good for your brain to know another language.A new Concordia study goes further, however, focusing specifically on the effects of knowing a second language for patients with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and mild cognitive impairment (MCI; a risk state for AD).
Billions of Viruses Are Falling to Earth Right Now (But That Isn't Why You Have the Flu) :: Billions of airborne viruses waft down on us every day, carried by air currents that disperse them around the world.
Biohacker Injects DIY Herpes Vaccine on Facebook Live :: The stunt, performed at a biohacking conference, was purportedly part of a two-subject trial of the genetically modified vaccine.
Biologist invents a way to make Mardi Gras more green :: Tens of thousands of pounds of plastic Mardi Gras beads enter the environment every year. After the parades, most of the discarded beads end up in the landfill. A biologist at Louisiana State University is developing an innovative way to solve this problem by creating biodegradable Mardi Gras beads.
Biomed CEO Injects Himself with DIY Herpes Vaccine — Why That's Not a Good Idea :: Self-experimentation is risky and of limited scientific value.
Biomed CEO Injects Himself with DIY Herpes Vaccine — Why That's Not a Good Idea :: Self-experimentation is risky and of limited scientific value.
Biopunks are Pushing the Limits With Implants and DIY Drugs :: Surgically installed vibrator or earthquake-sensing foot sensors, anyone?
Biosensors will be inexpensive, do more, go everywhere :: When it comes to biometric sensors, human skin isn't an ally but an obstacle. University of Cincinnati professor Jason Heikenfeld examines the promise and pitfalls ahead for the biosensor industry.
Biotechnologists look to bacteria in extremely cold environments for 'green' detergents :: Despite subzero temperatures, increased UV radiation, little liquid water, and few available nutrients, bacteria living at Earth's poles thrive. They manage it thanks in part to molecules called biosurfactants, which help them separate the complex substrates they feed on into easy-to-metabolize droplets. On February 7 in the journal Trends in Biotechnology, researchers review the hypothetical uses
Biotechnologists look to bacteria in extremely cold environments for 'green' detergents :: Despite subzero temperatures, increased UV radiation, little liquid water, and few available nutrients, bacteria living at Earth's poles thrive. They manage it thanks in part to molecules called biosurfactants, which help them separate the complex substrates they feed on into easy-to-metabolize droplets. On Feb. 7 in the journal Trends in Biotechnology, researchers review the hypothetical uses of
Biotechnologists look to bacteria in extremely cold environments for 'green' detergents :: Despite subzero temperatures, increased UV radiation, little liquid water, and few available nutrients, bacteria living at Earth's poles thrive. They manage it thanks in part to molecules called biosurfactants, which help them separate the complex substrates they feed on into easy-to-metabolize droplets. Researchers now review the hypothetical uses of these cold-loving molecules for 'green' deterg
Bitcoin drops below $6,000 for first time in three months :: Bitcoin plunged more than 20 percent to fall below $6,000 on Tuesday, its latest sharp loss following a series of setbacks, with a global stock market collapse fuelling the selling.
Bitcoin drops below $6,000 for first time in three months :: Bitcoin plunged more than 20 percent to fall below $6,000 on Tuesday, its latest sharp loss following a series of setbacks, with a global stock market collapse fuelling the selling.
Bitcoin is bonkers right now. Here's why you shouldn't count it out. :: Technology Better security and smart regulation is a good start. The fluctuations are enough to make anyone wonder: What’s going on?
Blind Cavefish in Mexico Offer Clues to Sleep Regulation :: Two studies identify a signaling pathway that contributes to the fish's sleeplessness.
Bob Mueller’s Investigation is Larger—and Further Along—Than You Think :: We speak about the “Mueller probe" as a single entity, but it’s important to understand that there are no fewer than five separate investigations under the broad umbrella of the special counsel’s office.
Boeing announces service orders worth nearly $1 billion :: Boeing said Tuesday its global services unit has signed deals worth nearly $1 billion at the Singapore Airshow in areas like parts, maintenance, modification and training.
Boeing announces service orders worth nearly $1 billion :: Boeing said Tuesday its global services unit has signed deals worth nearly $1 billion at the Singapore Airshow in areas like parts, maintenance, modification and training.
Boeing, Embraer near deal on commercial air business: source :: US aerospace giant Boeing and Brazil's Embraer are close to an agreement to combine their commercial air operations into a new company, a person familiar with the talks told AFP Tuesday.
Boeing, Embraer near deal on commercial air business: source :: US aerospace giant Boeing and Brazil's Embraer are close to an agreement to combine their commercial air operations into a new company, a person familiar with the talks told AFP Tuesday.
Bogus health claims on ‘toddler drinks’ can confuse parents :: Labels on formulas and milks sold as “toddler drinks" can confuse parents about their healthfulness or necessity, a new study suggests. The study examines how US policies and regulations can support clear and truthful labeling of toddler drinks, given that international and US health experts and pediatricians don’t recommend them. In order to foster healthy toddler diets, the researchers recommen
Bogus health claims on ‘toddler drinks’ can confuse parents :: Labels on formulas and milks sold as “toddler drinks" can confuse parents about their healthfulness or necessity, a new study suggests. The study examines how US policies and regulations can support clear and truthful labeling of toddler drinks, given that international and US health experts and pediatricians don’t recommend them. In order to foster healthy toddler diets, the researchers recommen
Book chronicles the birth of statistical arguments in public debate :: Odds are, you've tried to win arguments by citing statistics. Who has been the greater player, LeBron James or Michael Jordan? Which health care policy is right? Where are the best schools? Which city has the worst morning traffic? If you can find the numbers, then maybe—maybe—you can resolve these matters.
Boycott the Republican Party :: A few days after the Democratic electoral sweep this past November in Virginia, New Jersey, and elsewhere, The Washington Post asked a random Virginia man to explain his vote. The man, a marketing executive named Toren Beasley, replied that his calculus was simply to refuse to calculate. “It could have been Dr. Seuss or the Berenstain Bears on the ballot and I would have voted for them if they we
Brain "Pacemaker" Could Help You Remember Only What You Might Forget :: An implant is the latest development in research on neural stimulation to boost cognition — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Brain "Pacemaker" Could Help You Remember Only What You Might Forget :: An implant is the latest development in research on neural stimulation to boost cognition — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Brain Activity Reveals Which Songs People Are Listening To :: Researchers create a program that can use fMRI data to identify which musical pieces are in participants' heads.
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Brain scans can predict the song you're listening to without hearing it :: submitted by /u/KerrangMagazine [link] [comments]
Brain Stimulation Is All the Rage–but It May Not Stimulate the Brain :: Research indicates that techniques fail to trigger the type of brain activity thought to produce therapeutic benefits — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Brain training for old dogs: Could touchscreen games be the Sudoku of man's best friend? :: Spoiling old dogs in their twilight years by retiring them to the sofa and forgiving them their stubbornness or disobedience, doesn't do our four-legged friends any good. Regular brain training and lifelong learning create positive emotions and can slow down mental deterioration in old age. Physical limitations, however, often do not allow the same sort of training as used in young dogs. Cognitive
Brain training for old dogs: Could touchscreen games become the Sudoku of man’s best friend? :: Spoiling old dogs in their twilight years by retiring them to the sofa and forgiving them their stubbornness or disobedience, doesn’t do our four-legged friends any good. Regular brain training and lifelong learning create positive emotions and can slow down mental deterioration in old age. Physical limitations, however, often do not allow the same sort of training as used in young dogs. In a new
Brandfare: Tusindvis af Lenovo-Thinkpads tilbagekaldes :: En løs skrue på Lenovos populære bærbare Thinkpad X1 Carbon, kan sætte ild i batteriet. Nu tilbagekaldes titusindevis af bærbare computere
Brazilian scientists identify pheromone from insect that transmits citrus greening (HLB) :: The discovery makes it possible to synthesize the substance and use it in traps to attract and kill Asian citrus psyllid, helping control worst pest faced by citrus industry — in Florida alone, orange production has decreased in the order of 90 million boxes in the last 15 years.
Breast cancer patients often mispredict well-being after mastectomy :: Women with breast cancer who underwent a mastectomy without breast reconstruction generally underestimated their future quality of life, while those who had immediate reconstruction generally overestimated it.
BRIEF: The Bug That Can Survive A Toad's Stomach :: BRIEF: The Bug That Can Survive A Toad's Stomach Ingested bombardier beetles force toads to puke them out. Toad_vs_beetle_preview.jpg Image credits: Courtesy of Shinji Sugiura and Takuya Sato Creature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 – 19:15 Marcus Woo, Contributor (Inside Science) — With a flick of its tongue, the toad snags a snack. But this meal is a bombardier beetle, famous for its explosive weapo
Broadcom raises Qualcomm bid to more than $121 billion :: Qualcomm Broadcom ShareBroadcom boosted its bid for Qualcomm to more than $121 billion in cash and stock Monday in what would be the largest tech deal in history.
BU: Police shootings reflect structural racism :: The deaths of Trayvon Martin, Tamir Rice, Sandra Bland, Michael Brown, and other unarmed black victims at the hands of police sparked a national conversation about racism and policing, from the Black Lives Matter movement to kneeling NFL players. But a new study led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) researchers finds states with a greater degree of structural racism, particularl
Build Your Valentine a Retro Gaming Console With These Deals: Vilros, Dell, Amazon Echo :: Need new tech for yourself or your sweetie? We have a few suggestions here.
Building a future in science with construction-based toys :: Childhood play experiences strongly shape a person's spatial skills, according to a new CIRES-led study–those skills can be critical to success in fields like science and engineering.
Building a future in science with construction-based toys :: Childhood play experiences strongly shape a person's spatial skills, according to a new study — those skills can be critical to success in fields like science and engineering.
Building to withstand natural disasters pays off, new research shows :: For every dollar the government spends to make existing buildings more resistant to wildfires, earthquakes, floods and hurricanes, $6 is saved in property losses, business interruption and health problems, according to a new study.
Building to withstand natural disasters pays off, new research shows :: For every dollar the government spends to make existing buildings more resistant to wildfires, earthquakes, floods and hurricanes, $6 is saved in property losses, business interruption and health problems, according to a new study.
Byton and Aurora Are Building a Self-Driving Electric SUV :: The Chinese automaker and the star-studded self-driving startup have joined forces.
California Farms Are a Silent but Sizable Source of Air Pollution :: Soil microbes convert fertilizer to nitrogen oxides, emitting about as much of the gases as on-road vehicles in the state — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
California Farms Are a Silent but Sizable Source of Air Pollution :: Soil microbes convert fertilizer to nitrogen oxides, emitting about as much of the gases as on-road vehicles in the state — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Calling the Trump Era by Its Proper Name :: Donald Trump’s first official State of the Union address —which seems as if it happened back in the 19th century, but in reality is five days in the past—highlighted something that was implicit in his campaign and increasingly significant through his time in office: Trump virtually never praises or speaks about, and gives no evidence of respecting or even comprehending, the strengths of the Unite
Can Computers Learn Like Humans? :: Computers use artificial intelligence to do everything from drive cars to pick music we like. But what exactly is artificial intelligence? How does it work? What are its limits? (Image credit: Sam Rowe for NPR)
Can Crisis Line Messaging Help Improve Workplace Culture? :: The nonprofit Crisis Text Line is launching a spin-off company that uses AI to help teach people how to talk to each other
Can Crisis Line Messaging Help Improve Workplace Culture? :: The nonprofit Crisis Text Line is launching a spin-off company that uses AI to help teach people how to talk to each other
Can interrupting a cell's power source after injury protect against post-traumatic osteoarthritis? :: Can interrupting a cell's power source after injury protect against post-traumatic osteoarthritis?
Can over-the-counter pain meds influence thoughts and emotions? :: Over-the-counter pain medicine such as Ibuprofen and acetaminophen may influence how people process information, experience hurt feelings, and react to emotionally evocative images, according to recent studies. Examining these findings and how policymakers should respond, a new article is out today in Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences, a Federation of Associations in Behaviora
Can over-the-counter pain meds influence thoughts and emotions? :: Over-the-counter pain medicine such as Ibuprofen and acetaminophen may influence how people process information, experience hurt feelings, and react to emotionally evocative images, according to recent studies. Examining these findings and how policymakers should respond, a new article is out today in Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences, a Federation of Associations in Behaviora
Can over-the-counter pain meds influence thoughts and emotions? :: Over-the-counter pain medicine such as Ibuprofen and acetaminophen may influence how people process information, experience hurt feelings, and react to emotionally evocative images, according to recent studies.
Can over-the-counter pain meds influence thoughts and emotions? :: Over-the-counter pain medicine such as Ibuprofen and acetaminophen may influence how people process information, experience hurt feelings, and react to emotionally evocative images, according to recent studies.
Can Pregnancy Help Scientists Better Understand Cancer? :: Cancerous cells and placental ones appear to regulate the immune system in similar ways — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Can Solo Work as a Serious Film? :: The first trailer for the upcoming Solo: A Star Wars Story— a spinoff-slash-prequel focused on the legendary Han Solo (now being played by Alden Ehrenreich)—made me instantly think of another iconic blockbuster hero. There’s the famous scene in Jurassic Park where Dr. Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) lectures the park’s creator on the foolishness of cloning dinosaurs: “Your scientists were so preoccup
Can Solo Work as a Serious Film? :: The first trailer for the upcoming Solo: A Star Wars Story— a spinoff-slash-prequel focused on the legendary Han Solo (now being played by Alden Ehrenreich)—made me instantly think of another iconic blockbuster hero. There’s the famous scene in Jurassic Park where Dr. Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) lectures the park’s creator on the foolishness of cloning dinosaurs: “Your scientists were so preoccup
Can Speaker Ryan Convince House Republicans to Support the Budget Deal? :: As Senate leadership celebrated their agreement on a massive two-year budget deal , Speaker Paul Ryan struggled to convince his conference’s right flank that the legislation was worth supporting. The Senate hasn’t even yet passed its funding package—which includes a stopgap bill to keep the government open until March 23, along with a two-year, $300 billion increase in defense in domestic spendin
Can VR Survive in a Cutthroat Attention Economy? :: Virtual reality has struggled to take hold in the world of Too Much Content, but here’s how (and where) it can thrive.
Can You Get 2 Colds at Once? :: When you come down with a cold, the last thing you probably need is, well, another cold.
Can You Get the Flu Twice in One Season? :: Getting sick with a single strain does not necessarily protect you from others — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Cancer Risk From Cellphone Radiation Is Small, Studies Show :: Extensive research on rats and mice suggest that there is a minimal chance of getting cancer. But the case isn’t closed yet.
Cape Town calls for hygiene blitz amid water crisis :: Officials in Cape Town appealed on Monday for residents to be vigilant against health risks caused by efforts to save or reuse water as the South African city's drought worsens.
Cascading inflammation associated with lyme arthritis linked to overactive immune response :: Scientists believe they identified a mechanism that activates T cells, a key component of the immune system, which could explain the elusive link between a tick bite and persistent Lyme arthritis.
Cascading inflammation associated with lyme arthritis linked to overactive immune response :: Scientists believe they identified a mechanism that activates T cells, a key component of the immune system, which could explain the elusive link between a tick bite and persistent Lyme arthritis.
Case for assisted dying 'stronger than ever' says The BMJ :: A series of articles published by The BMJ today, explore the debate around assisted dying, in which, subject to safeguards, terminally ill people who are near to death, suffering, and of sound mind, could ask for drugs that they would take to end their lives.
Cat plague is back after nearly 40 years in hiding – here's what you need to know :: A deadly feline disease is now spreading between cats after hiding in nature for nearly 40 years. Multiple cases of feline parvovirus, also known as cat plague, or panleukopenia, have been reported in stray kittens in the greater Melbourne area this week.
Cat plague is back after nearly 40 years in hiding – here's what you need to know :: A deadly feline disease is now spreading between cats after hiding in nature for nearly 40 years. Multiple cases of feline parvovirus, also known as cat plague, or panleukopenia, have been reported in stray kittens in the greater Melbourne area this week.
Caution: Objects in the Bower May Be Smaller Than They Appear :: Creating illusions to fool others has been used as a form of entertainment for thousands of years. In movies and photography, an illusion called forced perspective takes advantage of a person’s tendency to make assumptions about the world they see to make objects seem bigger, smaller, closer or further. In the Lord of the Rings for instance, the hobbits were often made to look smaller not through
CDC Identifies Seoul Virus Outbreak Among Pet Rat Owners :: These are the first known cases of individuals catching the virus from their pets in Canada or the U.S.
CDC Identifies Seoul Virus Outbreak Among Pet Rat Owners :: These are the first known cases of individuals catching the virus from their pets in Canada or the U.S.
Cellular models of fetal intestinal tissue may help combat deadly neonatal disease :: Cellular models of fetal and adult intestinal tissues generated by investigators from MassGeneral Hospital for Children have identified differences in the immune response to natural intestinal bacteria at different developmental ages.
Central banker takes stab at bitcoin 'bubble' :: The head of the Bank of International Settlements, the central bank for central banks, on Tuesday lambasted bitcoin as a speculative bubble and said authorities need to be ready to protect public trust in the financial system.
Central banker takes stab at bitcoin 'bubble' :: The head of the Bank of International Settlements, the central bank for central banks, on Tuesday lambasted bitcoin as a speculative bubble and said authorities need to be ready to protect public trust in the financial system.
CEO Of The Humane Society Resigns Amid Allegations of Sexual Harassment :: The resignation of Wayne Pacelle comes just hours after the nonprofit had issued a statement endorsing his leadership and dismissing allegations made by three women. (Image credit: Jonathan Bachman/AP Images for The Humane Society of the United States)
Challenging core belief: Have we misunderstood how Earth's solid center formed? :: It is widely accepted that the Earth's inner core formed about a billion years ago when a solid, super-hot iron nugget spontaneously began to crystallize inside a 4,200-mile-wide ball of liquid metal at the planet's center.
Challenging core belief: Have we misunderstood how Earth's solid center formed? :: Researchers at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, are posing an important question about the formation of planet Earth's inner core, arguing that it's time to consider the nucleation paradox at the heart of the issue.
Changes in mouse breast tissue after exposure to fracking chemicals :: Environmental scientists report that they observed changes in mammary gland development of female mice exposed during early development to the chemicals used in unconventional oil and gas (UOG) extraction — including fracking — at levels environmentally relevant to humans.
Changes in mouse breast tissue after exposure to fracking chemicals :: In a new study the authors believe is the first of its kind, environmental scientists led by Laura Vandenberg at the University of Massachusetts Amherst report that they observed changes in mammary gland development of female mice exposed during early development to the chemicals used in unconventional oil and gas (UOG) extraction — including fracking — at levels environmentally relevant to huma
Changing weather patterns throwing ecosystems out of whack :: Species' lifecycles are slowly growing out of alignment, which can affect the functioning of ecosystems, ultimately impacting human food supply and disease.
Changing weather patterns throwing ecosystems out of whack :: Day and night will soon align, marking the start of spring. But the timing of nature's calendar is starting to fall out of sync.
Changing weather patterns throwing ecosystems out of whack :: Species' lifecycles are slowly growing out of alignment, which can affect the functioning of ecosystems, ultimately impacting human food supply and disease.
Cheddar Man: DNA shows early Briton had dark skin :: Scientists put a face to Cheddar Man, Britain's oldest complete skeleton from 10,000 years ago.
Chemistry May Yield Lucrative Use for Wasted Methane :: Methane that leaks from fracking wells can be captured and converted into a product used in plastics manufacturing — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Chemistry May Yield Lucrative Use for Wasted Methane :: Methane that leaks from fracking wells can be captured and converted into a product used in plastics manufacturing — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Chemists develop a simple, easy-to-use method to break down pollutants in water :: Chemists from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg have found out how stubborn pollutants in water can be disintegrated easily and cost effectively. To do so researchers only need a green LED light, a catalyst and vitamin C. In this way, they can produce special types of electrons that reliably destroy the pollutants in the water. Until now, complex laser systems were required for this. The s
Chemists develop a simple, easy-to-use method to break down pollutants in water :: Chemists have found out how stubborn pollutants in water can be disintegrated easily and cost-effectively. To do so researchers only need a green LED light, a catalyst and vitamin C. In this way, they can produce special types of electrons that reliably destroy the pollutants in the water. Until now, complex laser systems were required for this.
Chemists make bicycle-like molecular drive :: Molecular cars have been known for some time, but scientists from the University of Amsterdam's Van 't Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (HIMS) and the University of Murcia have now synthesized molecules that operate like the pedals of a bicycle. Fueled by light, the molecules can be used as molecular switches that pave the way for the design of functional molecular systems effective under sev
Chemists make bicycle-like molecular drive :: Molecular cars have been known for some time, but scientists have now synthesized molecules that operate like the pedals of a bicycle. Fueled by light, the molecules can be used as molecular switches that pave the way for the design of functional molecular systems effective under severe spatial restrictions.
Chemtrails vs. contrails (video) :: It's easy to look at the white trail behind a jet aircraft and imagine all manner of chemicals raining down from above. However, airplane contrails are simply what happens when jet engines burn fuel. In this video, Reactions explains the straightforward chemistry of contrails.
Chemtrails vs. contrails (video) :: It's easy to look at the white trail behind a jet aircraft and imagine all manner of chemicals raining down from above. However, airplane contrails are simply what happens when jet engines burn fuel. In this video, Reactions explains the straightforward chemistry of contrails.
Chicago museum's T. rex Sue to be moved for new display :: A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil that's been on prominent display at Chicago's Field Museum is being moved to make room for a cast of the biggest dinosaur ever discovered.
Child aids paleontologists in discovery of new ancient fish species :: The fossil, called Candelarhynchus padillai, is approximately 90 million years old, and has no modern relatives, explained Oksana Vernygora, PhD student in the Department of Biological Sciences and lead author on the study.
Child aids paleontologists in discovery of new ancient fish species :: The fossil, called Candelarhynchus padillai, is approximately 90 million years old, and has no modern relatives, explained Oksana Vernygora, PhD student in the Department of Biological Sciences and lead author on the study.
Child aids paleontologists in discovery of new ancient fish species :: The fossil, called Candelarhynchus padillai, is approximately 90 million years old, and has no modern relatives.
Child development experts discover potential upside to prenatal stress :: New research with prairie voles by child development experts at UC Davis suggests that prenatal stress promotes developmental plasticity in babies, making them especially likely to benefit from good parenting as well as suffer from negligent care.
Children affected by prenatal drinking more numerous than previously estimated :: Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine found a significant number of children across four regions in the United States were determined to have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). The new findings may represent more accurate prevalence estimates of FASD among the general population than prior research.
Children affected by prenatal drinking more numerous than previously estimated :: Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine found a significant number of children across four regions in the United States were determined to have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). The new findings may represent more accurate prevalence estimates of FASD among the general population than prior research.
Children affected by prenatal drinking more numerous than previously estimated :: Researchers found a significant number of children across four regions in the United States were determined to have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). The new findings may represent more accurate prevalence estimates of FASD among the general population than prior research.
Children affected by prenatal drinking more numerous than previously estimated :: Researchers found a significant number of children across four regions in the United States were determined to have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). The new findings may represent more accurate prevalence estimates of FASD among the general population than prior research.
Children with heart failure from dilated cardiomyopathy are seeing a dramatic improvement in outcomes in recent years :: New research has shown that for children with heart failure from dilated cardiomyopathy there has been a dramatic improvement in outcomes of medical management in the past few years. The study also shows that significantly fewer of these patients die from heart disease.
Children with heart failure from dilated cardiomyopathy are seeing a dramatic improvement in outcomes in recent years :: New research has shown that for children with heart failure from dilated cardiomyopathy there has been a dramatic improvement in outcomes of medical management in the past few years. The study also shows that significantly fewer of these patients die from heart disease.
Chimps, Horses, Kangaroos and Even Bees Can Be Righties or Lefties :: A surprising number of animals exhibit handedness—bees included — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
China looks to stamp out cryptocurrency trading :: China plans to stamp out all remaining cryptocurrency trading in the country by blocking access to overseas-based websites and removing related applications from app stores.
China solar supplier grows in India to avoid trade controls :: One of China's biggest makers of solar panels said Tuesday it will invest $309 million to expand manufacturing in India in a move to guard against what it complained is a rising threat of import controls in the United States and other markets.
China solar supplier grows in India to avoid trade controls :: One of China's biggest makers of solar panels said Tuesday it will invest $309 million to expand manufacturing in India in a move to guard against what it complained is a rising threat of import controls in the United States and other markets.
China's need to turn milk green :: China will need more than three times as much milk by 2050 as it produced in 2010 and, without changes to its current supply lines, the demand will lift global greenhouse gas emissions from dairy herds by 35%, expand dairy land by 32% and increase nitrogen pollution from dairy production by 48%.
China's need to turn milk green :: Historically, China consumed little milk but increasing prosperity has lifted consumption more than 25 times over the past five decades, making the country the world's fourth largest milk producer after the EU, New Zealand and the US, and the trend is projected to continue. Without concerted action, the demand threatens environmental sustainability globally.
China's working on the next generation of military exoskeleton. Here's what it can do. :: Eastern Arsenal Getting ever closer to Iron Man-like capabilities. China's defense contractors are entering the field in a major way. Here's the next generation of military exoskeletons.
Chinese cops are wearing glasses that can recognize faces ::
Chinese police don high-tech glasses to nab suspects :: Chinese police are sporting high-tech sunglasses that can spot suspects in a crowded train station, the newest use of facial recognition technology that has drawn concerns among human rights groups.
Chinese police use face recognition glasses to catch criminals :: Police caught twenty-six people carrying fake IDs and another with links to human trafficking by using smart glasses with automatic face recognition
Cities of the future may be built with locally available volcanic ash :: Cities of the future may be built with volcanic ash. A new MIT study finds volcanic ash adds strength and sustainability to traditional cement.
Clemson researchers blaze new ground in wireless energy generation :: Researchers at the Clemson Nanomaterials Institute have developed a wireless energy source that generates electricity from simple mechanical motion, such as the waves in the ocean, the tap of a foot or the clap of a hand.
Climate change could turn military bases into foreign policy problems :: A new study digs into the impact climate change may have on US military bases around the world, using an abandoned Army base located under the ice in Greenland. Greenland’s vast ice sheet has long been home to the base, originally used for Project Iceworm, a US Army initiative designed to deploy ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads against the Soviet Union. When the project was shuttered in 1
Climate change could turn military bases into foreign policy problems :: A new study digs into the impact climate change may have on US military bases around the world, using an abandoned Army base located under the ice in Greenland. Greenland’s vast ice sheet has long been home to the base, originally used for Project Iceworm, a US Army initiative designed to deploy ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads against the Soviet Union. When the project was shuttered in 1
Climate change threatens future of golf: report :: Wetter winters and coastal erosion linked to climate change are threatening the future of golf, a report backed by governing body the R&A warned on Wednesday.
Climate scientists are working on a way to predict snow eight months in advance :: Science The key: first, model hurricanes. For Sarah Kapnick, Atlantic hurricanes and California snowstorms aren’t far apart.
Climate variability — past and future :: On the basis of a unique global comparison of data from core samples extracted from the ocean floor and the polar ice sheets, researchers have now demonstrated that, though climate changes have indeed decreased around the globe from glacial to interglacial periods, the difference is by no means as pronounced as previously assumed. Until now, it was believed that glacial periods were characterized
Climate variability — past and future :: On the basis of a unique global comparison of data from core samples extracted from the ocean floor and the polar ice sheets, AWI researchers have now demonstrated that, though climate changes have indeed decreased around the globe from glacial to interglacial periods, the difference is by no means as pronounced as previously assumed (Nature advanced online publication). Until now, it was believed
Clocking electrons racing faster than light in glass :: Living life in the fast lane can be tremendously exciting, giving us the 'time of our lives' but how long does it really last? Experiments at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai have answered this question for a bunch of electrons traveling faster than light (fasten your seatbelts!) through a piece of glass. This study has appeared in the Physical Review Letters on Feb. 5, 20
Clocking electrons racing faster than light in glass :: Living life in the fast lane can be tremendously exciting, giving us the 'time of our lives' but how long does it really last? Experiments at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai have answered this question for a bunch of electrons traveling faster than light (fasten your seatbelts!) through a piece of glass. This study has appeared in the Physical Review Letters on Feb. 5, 20
Clocking electrons racing faster than light in glass :: Living life in the fast lane can be tremendously exciting, giving us the 'time of our lives' but how long does it really last? Experiments have answered this question for a bunch of electrons traveling faster than light (fasten your seatbelts!) through a piece of glass.
Clocking electrons racing faster than light in glass :: Living life in the fast lane can be tremendously exciting, giving us the 'time of our lives' but how long does it really last? Experiments have answered this question for a bunch of electrons traveling faster than light (fasten your seatbelts!) through a piece of glass.
Cockroach ancient geographic and genomic history traced back to last supercontinent :: Armed with a vast amount of genomic information, a team of researchers led by Dr. Thomas Bourguignon, now professor at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, has performed the first molecular dating to gain the clearest picture yet of the biogeographical history of cockroaches. They have traced back the key evolutionary time points of the cockroach — all the way back almost 300 million
Cockroach ancient geographic and genomic history traced back to last supercontinent :: Cockroaches are so hardy, a popular joke goes, that they've occupied the Earth long before humans first appeared —-and will probably even outlast us long after we have annihilated each other by nuclear war.
Cognitive Ability and Vulnerability to Fake News :: Researchers identify a major risk factor for pernicious effects of misinformation — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Cognitive Ability and Vulnerability to Fake News :: Researchers identify a major risk factor for pernicious effects of misinformation — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Cognitive enhancement therapy improves outcomes for adults with autism :: Few research efforts have focused on interventions for adults, but a new six-year collaborative trial tested two treatments for adults with autism — and found strong, but different, results.
Cognitive sensors in production processes :: As a direct result of Industrie 4.0, industrial production is becoming increasingly customized. And industry's long-term goal is batch size one. In practice, however, digitalization still frequently means individual solutions that are only partially connected or not connected at all. As a consequence, neither subsequent processes nor advance planning can benefit from data recorded. To facilitate t
Cognitive sensors in production processes :: As a direct result of Industrie 4.0, industrial production is becoming increasingly customized. And industry's long-term goal is batch size one. In practice, however, digitalization still frequently means individual solutions that are only partially connected or not connected at all. As a consequence, neither subsequent processes nor advance planning can benefit from data recorded. To facilitate t
Collective disentanglement of entangled polymers :: LMU researchers have disproven the conventional theory used to explain the dynamics of polymer solutions. They show that for biopolymers collective effects facilitate chain mobility, which is reminiscent of the behavior of glass-like materials.
Combined optics, science instruments of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope arrive in California :: The two halves of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope now reside at Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems in Redondo Beach, California, where they will come together to form the complete observatory.
Combined optics, science instruments of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope arrive in California :: The two halves of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope now reside at Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems in Redondo Beach, California, where they will come together to form the complete observatory.
Complementary Learning Systems within the Hippocampus: Reconciling Episodic Memory with Statistical Learning :: As humans, we have a natural ability to remember the specifics of individual experiences (e.g. where I parked my car today) and rapidly learn rules across those experiences (e.g. where in the parking lot spaces tend to be open). The Complementary Learning Systems (CLS) [1] theory offers a computational framework for how we are able to accomplish, both seemingly disparate tasks, by positing that t
Compound could transform energy storage for large grids :: In order to power entire communities with clean energy, such as solar and wind power, a reliable backup storage system is needed to provide energy when the sun isn't shining and the wind doesn't blow.
Compounds derived from hops show promise for metabolic syndrome patients :: A group of compounds derived from hops can likely improve cognitive and other functions in people with metabolic syndrome.
Compounds derived from hops show promise for metabolic syndrome patients :: A group of compounds derived from hops can likely improve cognitive and other functions in people with metabolic syndrome.
Confirming the risks of pesticide use in Burkina Faso :: Poor pesticide practices in Burkina Faso pose a threat to human health and the environment. An EPFL thesis has quantified this problem for the first time through an analysis of soil, water, sediment, vegetable and hair samples.
Congress Braces for Another Shutdown Fight—With Two Days Left to Go :: In an all-too-familiar situation of late, the House and Senate once more find themselves grappling over a stopgap measure to fund the government—with just two days left to go before their self-imposed deadline. On Tuesday evening, the House kicked off negotiations with a bill that would fund domestic programs through March 23, while boosting defense spending for the whole year. The plan came toge
Conservation stories from the front lines :: A new collection, 'Conservation Stories from the Front Lines,' publishing between Feb. 5-7 in the open access journal PLOS Biology, captures the long-neglected human side of science by entering the tragedy, comedy, and (mis)adventures that shape research into the scientific record as peer-reviewed scientific stories. The stories come from scientists working to manage and preserve biodiversity, and
Conservation stories from the front lines :: The ups and downs of the research process underlie every scientific publication, yet rarely make it into the final paper. A new collection, "Conservation Stories from the Front Lines," publishing between 5-7 February in the open access journal PLOS Biology, captures the long-neglected human side of science by entering the tragedy, comedy, and (mis)adventures that shape research into the scientific
Continental teams with NVIDIA on self-driving car system :: Software maker NVIDIA (Nah-VID-E-uh) and German auto parts supplier Continental are teaming to build a self-driving vehicle system that will hit the market in 2021.
Controlling fire ants with natural compounds :: New research has identified natural, plant-derived that repel fire ants. These compounds, including one found in cinnamon, work by activating a type of ion channel highly expressed in the antennae and leg of one of the world's most invasive insect species.
Controlling fire ants with natural compounds :: New research published in eNeuro has identified natural, plant-derived that repel fire ants. These compounds, including one found in cinnamon, work by activating a type of ion channel highly expressed in the antennae and leg of one of the world's most invasive insect species.
Controlling fire ants with natural compounds :: New research published in eNeuro has identified natural, plant-derived that repel fire ants. These compounds, including one found in cinnamon, work by activating a type of ion channel highly expressed in the antennae and leg of one of the world's most invasive insect species.
Controlling quantum interactions in a single material :: By demonstrating that multiple quantum interactions can coexist and be controlled in a single material, researchers open the door for ultrafast, low-power electronics and quantum computers.
Controlling quantum interactions in a single material :: By demonstrating that multiple quantum interactions can coexist and be controlled in a single material, researchers open the door for ultrafast, low-power electronics and quantum computers.
Controlling quantum interactions in a single material :: The search and manipulation of novel properties emerging from the quantum nature of matter could lead to next-generation electronics and quantum computers. But finding or designing materials that can host such quantum interactions is a difficult task.
Could a 19th-Century 'Alienist' Understand the Criminal Mind? :: In the earliest years of psychology, what did medical experts really know about criminal behavior and thinking?
Could A More Individualistic World Also Be A More Altruistic One? :: Equating individualism with selfishness may be a mistake: Some of the world's wealthiest and most individualistic countries are some of the most altruistic, says 13.7 guest commentator Abigail Marsh. (Image credit: Tom Merton/Getty Images/Hoxton)
Could an Adjective Solve a 27-Year International Dispute? :: A 27-year-old dispute could be resolved with an adjective and a simple name-change of an airport. Or at least that’s what Greek and Macedonian leaders appear to be saying. Nearly three decades of contention over the seemingly simple word “Macedonia"—and who gets to claim it—may be nearing an end, due largely to leadership changes on each side. Matthew Nimetz, the United Nations envoy who has been
Could ketamine help treat alcohol dependence? :: Current treatments for alcohol dependence often fail. So researchers are investigating more unusual interventions January 2018 has come to an end and with it the month that people increasingly use to abstain from alcohol. It is still unknown whether Dry January has a lasting effect on drinking behaviours , and people with an alcohol dependency problem should always seek support from their GP befo
Could this creature hold the future of regenerative medicine? :: Thanks to a team of Australian scientists, we're a step closer to harnessing the power of stem cells for regenerative medicine.
Crash diets could lead to sudden heart problems, researchers warn :: New research makes one thing clear: crash diets are a terrible idea, at least if you have heart problems. Read More
Crowd workers, AI make conversational agents smarter :: Conversational agents such as Siri, Alexa and Cortana are great at giving you the weather, but are flummoxed when asked for unusual information, or follow-up questions. By adding humans to the loop, Carnegie Mellon University researchers have created a conversational agent that is tough to stump. It's not the first chatbot to use human brainpower to answer a broad range of questions. What sets it
CU researchers identify potential treatment for diastolic dysfunction in heart failure :: Researchers at the University of Colorado School of Medicine have identified a potential treatment target for patients with a common type of heart failure. In a study published in the Feb. 7 issue of the journal Science Translational Medicine, the researchers tested the effect of an investigational drug called givinostat in treating diastolic dysfunction, which is a heart relaxation abnormality th
Culture and the mind: a new theory of human intelligence – Science Weekly podcast :: What role might culture play in intelligence? And how does human culture differ from culture found in other animals? Nicola Davis explores our evolutionary history
Culture and the mind: a new theory of human intelligence – Science Weekly podcast :: What role might culture play in intelligence? And how does human culture differ from culture found in other animals? Nicola Davis explores our evolutionary history Subscribe and review on Apple Podcasts , Soundcloud , Audioboom , Mixcloud and Acast , and join the discussion on Facebook and Twitter In 1921, residents of the small town of Swaythling in southern England were shocked to find the milk
Cyber warfare is taking to the skies, aboard drones ::
Cyber warfare is taking to the skies, aboard drones ::
'Dangerous gaming': is the WHO right to class excessive video game play as a health disorder? :: Industry figures question research that ‘pathologises’ compulsive gaming, while scientist involved defends move to address addiction The World Health Organization (WHO) has included “gaming disorder" in its draft for the next edition of its diagnostic manual, the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), which is due for final release this year. The disorder is characterised by behaviour
Dansk landbrug om MRSA: Tiden er ikke rigtig til støvundersøgelser :: Statens Serum Institut vil gerne undersøge, om husdyr-MRSA spredes gennem f.eks. luften. Landmændenes hovedfokus er reduktion af antibiotikabrugen på svinefarmene, ligesom man afventer forskellige andre MRSA-undersøgelser.
Danske ingeniører har fundet unikt antistof mod allergier :: Opdagelsen af et antistof, der kan stoppe allergiske reaktioner, inden de udvikler sig til nys og kløe, har har stort potentiale for udviklingen af allergimedicin.
Data-driven shale dialogue: water quality concerns :: Research examines a dialogue about shale drilling between concerned citizens, watershed groups, government regulators and personnel from large energy companies by focusing on publicly available water quality data.
Data-driven shale dialogue: water quality concerns :: Research examines a dialogue about shale drilling between concerned citizens, watershed groups, government regulators and personnel from large energy companies by focusing on publicly available water quality data.
Data-driven shale dialogue :: It's been a decade since the start of the Marcellus Shale gas boom in Pennsylvania, and today more than 10,000 unconventional gas wells dot the state's hills and valleys.
Data-driven shale dialogue :: It's been a decade since the start of the Marcellus Shale gas boom in Pennsylvania, and today more than 10,000 unconventional gas wells dot the state's hills and valleys.
Data-driven shale dialogue :: Research published in the journal Science examines a dialogue about shale drilling between concerned citizens, watershed groups, government regulators and personnel from large energy companies by focusing on publicly available water quality data.
Data-driven shale dialogue :: Research published in the journal Science examines a dialogue about shale drilling between concerned citizens, watershed groups, government regulators and personnel from large energy companies by focusing on publicly available water quality data.
Datatilsynet kritiserer Skat: Gav borgeres identitet i bytte for et CPR-nummer :: Endnu engang får Skats TastSelv-service kritik for mangelfuld beskyttelse af persondata.
Death by Gardasil? Not so fast there… :: There is a type of "vaccine injury" story promoted by the antivaccine movement that is particularly pernicious, a narrative I call "death by Gardasil." The stories, which use tenuous connections between vaccination against HPV to prevent cervical cancer and the unexpected death of a teen or young adult, are always tragic, and you can't help but feel incredible empathy for the parents. However, non
Debate Blooms over Anatomy of the World's First Flower :: Some researchers say statistical prediction of the ancestral blossom yielded an unlikely structure — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Debate Blooms over Anatomy of the World's First Flower :: Some researchers say statistical prediction of the ancestral blossom yielded an unlikely structure — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Deep brain stimulation — a new treatment approach in patients with multiple sclerosis :: A pilot study conducted by researchers from Charité's NeuroCure Cluster of Excellence has shown that treatment with deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) significantly reduces symptoms of fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Published in the current issue of the journal Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation, results from this research suggest that TMS is a safe option
DeepMind’s virtual psychology lab seeks flaws in digital minds :: Google’s AI company has released a simulated 3D environment in which machines can pit themselves against cognitive tests designed for humans
DeepMind’s virtual psychology lab seeks flaws in digital minds :: Google’s AI company has released a simulated 3D environment in which machines can pit themselves against cognitive tests designed for humans
Dementia care improved by just one hour of social interaction each week :: Increasing the amount of social interaction for people with dementia living in care homes to just one hour a week improves quality of life when combined with personalized care.
Dementia care improved by just one hour of social interaction each week :: The new research assessed the WHELD program to upskill key care home staff to deliver person-centered care. That involves simple measures such as talking to residents about their interests and involving them in decisions around their own care.It was combined with just one hour a week of social interaction. The program improved quality of life and reduced agitation and aggression in people with dem
Dementia care improved by just one hour of social interaction each week :: The new research assessed the WHELD program to upskill key care home staff to deliver person-centered care. That involves simple measures such as talking to residents about their interests and involving them in decisions around their own care.It was combined with just one hour a week of social interaction. The program improved quality of life and reduced agitation and aggression in people with dem
Derfor rammer influenza-vaccinerne skrupforkert i år :: I Danmark og resten af den vestlige halvkugle har vi satset på de forkerte typer af vira denne vintersæson.
Desperate for help: prescription drug addicts turn to the web :: Lack of government-funded services means growing numbers have nowhere else to turn Thousands of people dependent on prescription drugs are desperately turning to online help groups and calling up charity helplines because of a lack of government-funded services. A growing number of people struggling with addiction to painkillers, benzodiazepines and antidepressants are guiding each other through
Desperate for help: prescription drug addicts turn to the web :: Lack of government-funded services means growing numbers have nowhere else to turn Thousands of people dependent on prescription drugs are desperately turning to online help groups and calling up charity helplines because of a lack of government-funded services. A growing number of people struggling with addiction to painkillers, benzodiazepines and antidepressants are guiding each other through
Despite potential for revenue gains, Medicare's annual wellness visit unevenly adopted :: In 2011, Medicare introduced the annual wellness visit — a yearly check-up for Medicare beneficiaries at no cost to the patient — but many practices have been slow to offer the visits. A new study by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital examines why some practices have adopted these visits while others have not.
Despite Progress, Cities Struggle With Ambitious Climate Goals :: Dozens of cities are vowing to cut their carbon emissions and uphold the U.S. commitment to the Paris climate deal. Despite progress, many are falling short of their most ambitious goals. (Image credit: Dan Boyce for NPR)
Detecting and treating dnDSA early preserves allograft function :: Monitoring and treating de novo donor-specific antibodies before they could cause graft damage helped to decrease dnDSA in a majority of pediatric kidney transplant recipients at Children National Health System and prevented graft failure in the first few years.
Devin Nunes, 'Great American Hero'? :: Donald Trump’s flair for insults is well noted, but his knack for backhanded compliments is perhaps under-appreciated. Note the finely calibrated use of the conditional tense in this Friday morning tweet: Representative Devin Nunes, a man of tremendous courage and grit, may someday be recognized as a Great American Hero for what he has exposed and what he has had to endure! — Donald J. Trump (@re
Devin Nunes, 'Great American Hero'? :: Donald Trump’s flair for insults is well noted, but his knack for backhanded compliments is perhaps under-appreciated. Note the finely calibrated use of the conditional tense in this Friday morning tweet: Representative Devin Nunes, a man of tremendous courage and grit, may someday be recognized as a Great American Hero for what he has exposed and what he has had to endure! — Donald J. Trump (@re
Devin Nunes's Next Target :: Devin Nunes has a new target: Jonathan Winer, the Obama State Department’s special envoy to Libya, and longtime Senate aide to John Kerry. Winer received a memorandum from political activist Cody Shearer and passed it along to Christopher Steele, the former British intelligence official who had compiled his own dossier on Donald Trump. The release of last week’s House Intelligence Committee memo
Devin Nunes's Next Target :: Devin Nunes has a new target: Jonathan Winer, the Obama State Department’s special envoy to Libya, and longtime Senate aide to John Kerry. Winer received a memorandum from political activist Cody Shearer and passed it along to Christopher Steele, the former British intelligence official who had compiled his own dossier on Donald Trump. The release of last week’s House Intelligence Committee memo
Diabetes doubles chance of developing cataract :: People with diabetes are twice as likely to develop cataract as the general population and the relative risk is highest in those aged between 45 and 54, according to a new study.
Diabetes doubles chance of developing cataract :: People with diabetes are twice as likely to develop cataract as the general population and the relative risk is highest in those aged between 45 and 54, according to a new study published in the journal Eye.
Did surface life evolve on Mars? Newly published research casts increased doubt :: Surface life on Earth is abundant because of the availability of sunlight, surface water, generally moderate climate conditions. But the planet Mars would have never experienced such habitable conditions at the surface, according to new research. However, below the surface, hydrothermal systems on Mars may have provided the right environment for life on the Red Planet, researchers argue.
Did surface life evolve on Mars? Newly published research casts increased doubt :: Surface life on Earth is abundant because of the availability of sunlight, surface water, generally moderate climate conditions. But the planet Mars would have never experienced such habitable conditions at the surface, according to new research. However, below the surface, hydrothermal systems on Mars may have provided the right environment for life on the Red Planet, researchers argue.
Diet may influence the spread of a deadly type of breast cancer, study finds :: A single protein building block commonly found in food may hold a key to preventing the spread of an often-deadly type of breast cancer, according to a new multicenter study published today in the medical journal Nature. Investigators found that by limiting an amino acid called asparagine in laboratory mice with triple-negative breast cancer, they could dramatically reduce the ability of the cance
Diet may influence the spread of a deadly type of breast cancer, study finds :: A single protein building block commonly found in food may hold a key to preventing the spread of an often-deadly type of breast cancer, according to a new multicenter study. Investigators found that by limiting an amino acid called asparagine in laboratory mice with triple-negative breast cancer, they could dramatically reduce the ability of the cancer to travel to distant sites in the body. Amon
Dig site in Tuscany reveals Neanderthals used fire to make tools :: A team of researchers from several institutions in Italy has found evidence of Neanderthals using fire to craft tools approximately 171,000 years ago. In their paper published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the group outlines where the naturally preserved wood artifacts were found and how they discovered their purpose.
Dig site in Tuscany reveals Neanderthals used fire to make tools :: A team of researchers from several institutions in Italy has found evidence of Neanderthals using fire to craft tools approximately 171,000 years ago. In their paper published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the group outlines where the naturally preserved wood artifacts were found and how they discovered their purpose.
Dim light may make us dumber :: Spending too much time in dimly lit rooms and offices may actually change the brain's structure and hurt one's ability to remember and learn, indicates groundbreaking research by neuroscientists.
Dim light may make us dumber :: Spending too much time in dimly lit rooms and offices may actually change the brain's structure and hurt one's ability to remember and learn, indicates groundbreaking research by Michigan State University neuroscientists.
Dinosaur-killing asteroid caused molten rock to burst from ocean floor – study :: Scientists believe asteroid set off chain of cataclysmic eruptions Violent eruptions occurred on floor of Pacific and Indian oceans The giant space rock that wiped out the dinosaurs may have set off a chain of cataclysmic volcanic eruptions on land and undersea, claims a new study that is already dividing scientists. About 66 million years ago, a six-mile wide asteroid smacked into earth, creatin
Dinosaurs ‘too successful for their own good’ :: A study modelling how dinosaurs spread worldwide shows they may have been a victim of their own success.
Dinosaurs ‘too successful for their own good’ :: A study modelling how dinosaurs spread worldwide shows they may have been a victim of their own success.
Dinosaurs were 'too successful for their own good' :: The migration of the dinosaurs across the globe was so rapid that it may have contributed to their demise, new research has found.
Dinosaurs were 'too successful for their own good' :: The migration of the dinosaurs across the globe was so rapid that it may have contributed to their demise, new research has found.
Discovery of a primordial metabolic system that gives us a glimpse of the origin of life on Earth :: Multi-omics research on Thermosulfidibacter (isolated from a hydrothermal field in the Southern Okinawa Trough) has enabled the discovery of possibly the most primordial form of tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle.
Discovery of a primordial metabolic system that gives us a glimpse of the origin of life on Earth :: Multi-omics research on Thermosulfidibacter (isolated from a hydrothermal field in the Southern Okinawa Trough) has enabled the discovery of possibly the most primordial form of tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle.
Discovery paves way for treatment to prevent blood vessel damage :: The discovery of a previously unknown interaction between proteins could provide a breakthrough in the prevention of damage to healthy blood vessels.
Discovery paves way for treatment to prevent blood vessel damage :: The discovery of a previously unknown interaction between proteins could provide a breakthrough in the prevention of damage to healthy blood vessels.
Dissatisfaction in three dimensions :: In a paper published in the Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, Jessica Ridgway, an assistant professor of retail entrepreneurship in the Jim Moran School of Entrepreneurship, asserts that mood and body satisfaction can take major hits after viewing oneself represented as a 3-D avatar.
Dissatisfaction in three dimensions :: A recent paper asserts that mood and body satisfaction can take major hits after viewing oneself represented as a 3-D avatar.
Dissatisfaction in three dimensions :: A recent paper asserts that mood and body satisfaction can take major hits after viewing oneself represented as a 3-D avatar.
Dive into the world of molecules :: Brand new technology in the classroom: students immerse themselves in a "mixed reality" and use HoloLens glasses to learn a fundamental principle of proteins.
DJI's Mavic Air drone is the best flying machine you can throw in your backpack :: Gadgets It doesn't have the same range as pro models, but it's a lot of drone in a very small package. The DJI Mavic Air may be a middle child, but it's fast, compact, and comes with an excellent camera.
DNA Analysis Paints New Picture of 10,000-Year-Old Briton :: 'Cheddar Man' had dark hair and blue eyes, a sequencing analysis suggests.
DNA shows first modern Briton had dark skin, blue eyes :: The first modern Briton had dark skin and blue eyes, London scientists said on Wednesday, following groundbreaking DNA analysis of the remains of a man who lived 10,000 years ago.
Do companies need corporate universities? :: Researchers at the Higher School of Economics, International Laboratory of Intangible-driven Economy (IDlab), have examined the role of corporate universities in developing human capital and improving performance. Their findings were published in the Journal of Intellectual Capital.
Do companies need corporate universities? :: Researchers at the Higher School of Economics, International Laboratory of Intangible-driven Economy (IDlab), have examined the role of corporate universities in developing human capital and improving performance. Their findings were published in the Journal of Intellectual Capital.
Do companies need corporate universities? :: Researchers at the Higher School of Economics, International Laboratory of Intangible-driven Economy, have examined the role of corporate universities in developing human capital and improving performance. Their findings were published in the Journal of Intellectual Capital at https://doi.org/10.1108/JIC-01-2017-0011.
Doctors played a role in ideas about racial differences, book says :: Slavery and racism played their roles in planting beliefs about race and racial difference, but so did medicine, says the author of a new book.
Does Alcohol Really 'Clean' the Brain? :: Alcohol might help the brain, in low doses, in mice, at least.
Does All That Headbanging Leave a Mark on Woodpeckers' Brains? :: Woodpecker brains aren't immune to repeated impacts.
Does All That Headbanging Leave a Mark on Woodpeckers' Brains? :: Woodpecker brains aren't immune to repeated impacts.
Does OTC Pain Medicine Mess with Your Head? :: Taking over-the-counter pain relievers might do more than suppress aches and pains: A new review suggests that these medications, including ibuprofen and acetaminophen, could influence people's psychology.
Does watching Fast and Furious turn drivers into speed merchants? :: A survey has observed a spike in the average speeds of those who had just seen one of the franchise’s films. But it might be best to cover the brakes before leaping to any hasty conclusions The next time you get a speeding ticket, it might be worth arguing that the movies are to blame. A research paper by Dr Anupam Jena of Harvard medical school has suggested films in the Fast and Furious franchi
Does watching Fast and Furious turn drivers into speed merchants? :: A survey has observed a spike in the average speeds of those who had just seen one of the franchise’s films. But it might be best to cover the brakes before leaping to any hasty conclusions The next time you get a speeding ticket, it might be worth arguing that the movies are to blame. A research paper by Dr Anupam Jena of Harvard medical school has suggested films in the Fast and Furious franchi
Dozens of Editorial Board Members Resign from Journal :: More than 70 editors left the Journal of Molecular Medicine after SpringerNature closed an editorial office and selected a new editor-in-chief.
Dozens of Editorial Board Members Resign from Journal :: More than 70 editors left the Journal of Molecular Medicine after SpringerNature closed an editorial office and selected a new editor-in-chief.
Drinking hot tea associated with a 5-fold increased risk for esophageal cancer for some :: Consuming hot tea at high temperatures is associated with an increased risk for esophageal cancer in those who also drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes, a new study finds.
Drinking hot tea associated with a 5-fold increased risk for esophageal cancer for some :: Consuming hot tea at high temperatures is associated with an increased risk for esophageal cancer in those who also drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes, a new study finds.
Driverless cars could create new jobs in a welcome boost to Australia's motor industry :: The race to market for widespread driverless cars may be on, but that doesn't mean we're anywhere near a deployable reality. Much of the initial hype has settled down, and the claims made by manufacturers and startups with regards to timelines have moderated.
Drone Nearly Collides with Passenger Jet Near Las Vegas :: Don't do this.
Drugs sold in India pose a global threat to antibiotic resistance control :: Millions of unapproved antibiotics are being sold in India each year, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology.
Drugs, alcohol and suicides contributing to alarming drop in US life expectancy :: Drugs, alcohol and suicides are contributing to an alarming drop in US life expectancy, particularly among middle-aged white Americans and those living in rural communities, warn experts in The BMJ today.
DTU Space: Falcon Heavy overpræsterede i går :: Verdens største raket kom længere på brændstoffet end planlagt og viste også, at den kan genstarte i ekstremt miljø efter timers pause.
DTU’s ledelse stopper anonym kampagne mod sexisme :: En time efter at kampagnen #ogsåpåDTU blev sat i gang med en række plakater, blev de fjernet. Den anonyme gruppe bør træde frem, opfordrer rektor
DTU’s ledelse stopper anonym kampagne mod sexisme :: En time efter at kampagnen #ogsåpåDTU blev sat i gang med en række plakater, blev de fjernet. Den anonyme gruppe bør træde frem, opfordrer rektor
DTU-direktør om SpaceX-raket: Ingeniørkunst i kosmisk klasse :: Efter flere udsættelser steg SpaceXs hidtil største raket endelig til vejrs i går. Det vækker stor begejstring hos danske forskere.
Duck faeces shed light on plant seed dispersal :: Mallards are among the most abundant and widespread duck species in the world, yet little attention has been paid to date to their role in spreading plant seeds. A new study in the Journal of Ecology reveals a number of plants that were not previously known to be part of the diet of waterbirds.
Duck faeces shed light on plant seed dispersal :: Mallards are among the most abundant and widespread duck species in the world, yet little attention has been paid to date to their role in spreading plant seeds. A new study in the Journal of Ecology reveals a number of plants that were not previously known to be part of the diet of waterbirds.
Duck faeces shed light on plant seed dispersal :: Mallards are among the most abundant and widespread duck species in the world, yet little attention has been paid to date to their role in spreading plant seeds. A new study in the Journal of Ecology reveals a number of plants that were not previously known to be part of the diet of waterbirds.
Duck faeces shed light on plant seed dispersal :: Mallards are among the most abundant and widespread duck species in the world, yet little attention has been paid to date to their role in spreading plant seeds. A new study in the Journal of Ecology reveals a number of plants that were not previously known to be part of the diet of waterbirds.
Dust mites defend their genome in a unique way :: As a consequence of their tumultuous evolutionary history, the house dust mite developed a novel way to protect its genome from internal disruptions, a new genetic study suggests. House dust mites are ubiquitous inhabitants of human dwellings, thriving in the mattresses, sofas, and carpets of even the cleanest homes. They are the primary cause of indoor allergies in humans, affecting up to 1.2 bi
Dye kills malaria parasites at speed not seen before :: Research shows that the dye methylene blue is a safe antimalarial that kills malaria parasites at an unprecedented rate. Within two days, patients are cured of the disease and no longer transmit the parasite if they are bitten again by a mosquito. This discovery was made by Radboud university medical center scientists and international colleagues during a research project conducted in Mali. The re
Dye kills malaria parasites at speed not seen before :: Research shows that the dye methylene blue is a safe antimalarial that kills malaria parasites at an unprecedented rate. Within two days, patients are cured of the disease and no longer transmit the parasite if they are bitten again by a mosquito. This discovery was made by Radboud university medical center scientists and international colleagues during a research project conducted in Mali. The re
Dye kills malaria parasites at speed not seen before :: Research shows that the dye methylene blue is a safe antimalarial that kills malaria parasites at an unprecedented rate. Within two days, patients are cured of the disease and no longer transmit the parasite if they are bitten again by a mosquito.
Dye kills malaria parasites at speed not seen before :: Research shows that the dye methylene blue is a safe antimalarial that kills malaria parasites at an unprecedented rate. Within two days, patients are cured of the disease and no longer transmit the parasite if they are bitten again by a mosquito.
Early Briton from 10,000 years ago had dark skin and blue eyes :: A genetic analysis of Cheddar Man, one of the first people to settle in Britain after the last ice age, suggests that his skin was dark
Eating Leafy Greens Each Day Tied to Sharper Memory, Slower Decline :: Scientists are keen to figure out how diet influences aging, including brain health. A 5-year study of healthy seniors found those who ate a serving or two of daily greens had less cognitive decline. (Image credit: Meredith Miotke for NPR)
Ebola virus exploits host enzyme for efficient entry to target cells :: Researchers have identified a key process that enables the Ebola virus to infect host cells, providing a novel target for developing antiviral drugs.
Ebola virus exploits host enzyme for efficient entry to target cells :: Researchers have identified a key process that enables the Ebola virus to infect host cells, providing a novel target for developing antiviral drugs.
Ebola virus exploits host enzyme for efficient entry to target cells :: Researchers have identified a key process that enables the Ebola virus to infect host cells, providing a novel target for developing antiviral drugs.
Ebola virus exploits host enzyme for efficient entry to target cells :: Researchers have identified a key process that enables the Ebola virus to infect host cells, providing a novel target for developing antiviral drugs.
E-cigarettes should be on sale in hospital shops, health body says :: More could be done to get people to switch to products that are safer than smoking cigarettes, say Public Health England Vaping should be widely encouraged as a way to help people quit smoking, and e-cigarettes should even be offered for sale in hospital shops, the government’s public health body has said. At least 20,000 people a year could be giving up cigarettes thanks to vaping, according to
E-cigarettes should be on sale in hospital shops, health body says :: More could be done to get people to switch to products that are safer than smoking cigarettes, say Public Health England Vaping should be widely encouraged as a way to help people quit smoking, and e-cigarettes should even be offered for sale in hospital shops, the government’s public health body has said. At least 20,000 people a year could be giving up cigarettes thanks to vaping, according to
Ecological functioning of urban waterways :: NUS scientists have established key environmental drivers linking microbial ecology with urban design to enhance nutrient removal and attenuate algal blooms in urban waterways.
Ecological functioning of urban waterways :: NUS scientists have established key environmental drivers linking microbial ecology with urban design to enhance nutrient removal and attenuate algal blooms in urban waterways.
Ecuador: Deforestation destroys more dry forest than climate change :: Tropical forests all over the world are at risk from climate change and deforestation for arable land. Scientists from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Thünen-Institute compared losses due to deforestation with those that would result in extreme climate change scenarios in Ecuador. Although global warming is likely to change the distribution of species, deforestation will result in
Edible electronics tattooed on your food could help track your health :: The development of organic circuits that can be transferred onto food and pills paves the way for a new era of biomonitoring.
Edible electronics tattooed on your food could help track your health :: The development of organic circuits that can be transferred onto food and pills paves the way for a new era of biomonitoring.
Effects of climate change can complicate the politics of military bases, study finds :: Greenland's vast ice sheet has long been home to Project Iceworm, an abandoned Cold War-era U.S. Army initiative designed to deploy ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads against the Soviet Union. When the project was shuttered in 1967, military planners expected that any materials left on site would be safely frozen in ice and snow in perpetuity.
Effects of climate change can complicate the politics of military bases, study finds :: Using an abandoned U.S. military base in Greenland as a case study, new Brown research explores how the impact of climate change on domestic and overseas military bases could cause a host of political and diplomatic problems.
Effects of climate change can complicate the politics of military bases :: Using an abandoned U.S. military base in Greenland as a case study, new research explores how the impact of climate change on domestic and overseas military bases could cause a host of political and diplomatic problems.
Efterlysning: Hvem har en jetmotor til en Me262? :: Ugens flyteknikhistoriske
Egypt says 4,400-year-old tomb discovered outside Cairo :: Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a 4,400-year-old tomb near the country's famed pyramids at the Giza plateau just outside Cairo, the Antiquities Ministry said Saturday, the latest discovery that authorities hope will help revive the country's staggering tourism sector.
Eks-astronauten Scott Kelly: »Jeg savner rummet hver dag« :: Scott Kelly var testpilot i jægerkorpset og drømte om at flyve rumfærgen. Men før han så sig om, hang han i stedet uden på rumstationen. Han fortæller om nogle af sine mest intense øjeblikke til Ingeniøren.
Ekspertpanel: 5 tip til den perfekte indledning :: Som jobsøger skal du kunne skrive en god ansøgning. Jobfinder leverer gode råd til at skrive en indledning, der fanger firmaers interesse.
Electric Cars Could Destroy the Electric Grid—or Fix It Forever :: A major uptick in driving on batteries will stress today's aging grid, but also offer an opportunity to make it way better.
Electric cars have benefits, but likely won't save you money :: Electric cars have a lot of perks: zero emissions, a quiet ride and instant acceleration. But can they save you money? Probably not.
Electrons give resist layer electrical charge :: Leiden physicists found a surprising interaction between electrons and a resist layer. The resist appears to charge and discharge due to incoming electrons. Publication in Physical Review Letters.
Elon Musk Does It Again :: His Falcon Heavy rocket lifts off on the first try, puts a Tesla auto into orbit—and maybe changes the business of space commerce and exploration forever — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Elon Musk is launching a Tesla into space – here's how SpaceX will do it :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyElon Musk's SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket is scheduled for launch on February 6, and the entire space industry is watching with anticipation.
Elon Musk, visionary Tesla and SpaceX founder :: From cars to rockets, Elon Musk dreams big.
Elon Musk: Virker min raket, er det "game over" for de andre :: Følg opsendelsen af SpaceX nyeste raket Falcon Heavy herunder. Hvis den altså ikke eksploderer på affyringsrampen.
Elon Musk: Virker min raket, er det "game over" for de andre :: Følg opsendelsen af SpaceX nyeste raket Falcon Heavy herunder. Hvis den altså ikke eksploderer på affyringsrampen.
Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy rocket launches successfully :: Falcon Heavy SpaceXThe world's most powerful rocket successfully lifts clear of its pad on historic maiden flight.
Elon Musk's huge Falcon Heavy rocket set for launch :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyThe entrepreneur will attempt to fly the world's most powerful rocket with his own Tesla as payload.
Elon Musk's huge Falcon Heavy rocket set for launch :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyThe entrepreneur will attempt to fly the world's most powerful rocket with his own Tesla as payload.
Elon Musk's Victory Lap :: SpaceX Elon MuskCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.—You had to see it to believe it, and even then, you weren’t quite sure it really happened. The successful launch of the Falcon Heavy, the world’s most powerful rocket, stunned spectators on Tuesday—including the man who invented it. “It seems surreal to me," Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of SpaceX, said Tuesday night, a few hours after the flight. “I had this image of just a
Emerald ash borer: How cities and towns can prepare for invasion :: In Pennsylvania, where emerald ash borer has been present since 2007, municipalities have found successful ash-management plans under guidance of the state's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and they offer a model for other regions to follow. A new guide published in the open-access Journal of Integrated Pest Management outlines a set of four options for communities to choose from
Emerald ash borer: How cities and towns can prepare for invasion :: In Pennsylvania, where emerald ash borer has been present since 2007, municipalities have found successful ash-management plans under guidance of the state's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and they offer a model for other regions to follow. A new guide published in the open-access Journal of Integrated Pest Management outlines a set of four options for communities to choose from
Emerald ash borer: How cities and towns can prepare for invasion :: In Pennsylvania, where emerald ash borer has been present since 2007, municipalities have found successful ash-management plans under guidance of the state's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and they offer a model for other regions to follow. A new guide outlines a set of four options for communities to choose from as they plan for the impact of the emerald ash borer.
Emerald ash borer: How cities and towns can prepare for invasion :: In Pennsylvania, where emerald ash borer has been present since 2007, municipalities have found successful ash-management plans under guidance of the state's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and they offer a model for other regions to follow. A new guide outlines a set of four options for communities to choose from as they plan for the impact of the emerald ash borer.
Emerald ash borer: How cities and towns can prepare for invasion :: Since its discovery in the United States in 2002, the emerald ash borer has swiftly become the most destructive non-native forest pest to ever invade the country. As the insect's range continues to grow, despite ongoing efforts to fight it, communities with ash trees in both urban areas and woodlands are left to pick up the pieces.
Emerald ash borer: How cities and towns can prepare for invasion :: Since its discovery in the United States in 2002, the emerald ash borer has swiftly become the most destructive non-native forest pest to ever invade the country. As the insect's range continues to grow, despite ongoing efforts to fight it, communities with ash trees in both urban areas and woodlands are left to pick up the pieces.
Engelsk forskning: Gamle Lego-klodser er sundhedsfarlige :: Gammelt legetøj i store mængder er af britiske forskere blevet undersøgt for sundhedsskadelige stoffer.
Engineering professor identifies the progress and untapped potential of wearable sensors :: When it comes to biometric sensors, human skin isn't an ally.
EPA head Scott Pruitt says global warming may help 'humans flourish' :: EPA administrator says ‘There are assumptions made that because the climate is warming that necessarily is a bad thing’ Scott Pruitt, the head of the Environmental Protection Agency, has suggested that global warming may be beneficial to humans, in his latest departure from mainstream climate science. Pruitt, who has previously erred by denying that carbon dioxide is a key driver of climate chang
Equipping CRISPR/Cas9 with an enzyme that controls translation of genetic information into protein :: CRISPR/Cas systems are known as promising "gene scissors," editing the genomes of plants, animals and microorganisms by targeting specific regions in their DNA. They might also be used to correct genetic defects. A team of scientists led by Juliane Behler and Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Hess from the University of Freiburg have now identified an enzyme that functions as a pair of RNA scissors involved in C
Esbjerg-skib bygget af nordkoreanske tvangsarbejdere :: 19 nordkoreanske tvangsarbejdere har bygget skroget på Esvagt Njord, der blev bestilt af det danske rederi Esvagt. Historien kommer fuldstændig bag på Esvagt, hvis direktør finder sagen uacceptabel.
Esbjerg-skib bygget af nordkoreanske tvangsarbejdere :: 19 nordkoreanske tvangsarbejdere har bygget skroget på Esvagt Njord, der blev bestilt af det danske rederi Esvagt. Historien kommer fuldstændig bag på Esvagt, hvis direktør finder sagen uacceptabel.
Estate Planning for Your Digital Assets :: What will happen to your Facebook account when you die? — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Et af Europas største isværker lå på Finsensvej :: Ingeniøren gav i 1915 en grundig beskrivelse af Krystalisværkets opbygning og produktion, inden Ingeniørforeningens forestående rundvisning på stedet.
Ethical leadership can have negative consequences, Baylor University researchers say :: A new Baylor University study published in the Journal of Business Ethics reveals that ethical leadership compounded by job-hindrance stress and supervisor-induced stress can lead to employee deviance and turnover.
Ethical leadership can have negative consequences, researchers say :: Ethical leadership is a good thing, right?
EU Commission urges carmakers to 'behave more ethically' :: The European Union on Monday urged carmakers to "behave more ethically" and responsibly, following a scandal over diesel emissions, and revelations of diesel exhaust tests on monkeys and humans.
EU says 'electroshock' tax plan for internet giants set for March :: The European Commission will present by the end of March its plan for overhauling tax rules for internet giants, aimed at making them pay up in the countries where they earn their profits, a top official said Sunday.
EU to probe Apple plan to buy music app Shazam :: Apple Shazam European CommissionThe European Union said on Tuesday it will probe tech giant Apple's plan to buy leading song recognition app Shazam because of fears the deal may "adversely affect competition."
EU to probe Apple plan to buy music app Shazam :: Apple Shazam European CommissionThe European Union said on Tuesday it will probe tech giant Apple's plan to buy leading song recognition app Shazam because of fears the deal may "adversely affect competition."
Everglades needs more fresh water to fight salt water intrusion :: As sea levels continue to rise, more areas of the coastal Everglades will be susceptible to salt water intrusion, according to a new study by Florida International University.
Everglades needs more fresh water to fight salt water intrusion :: As sea levels continue to rise, more areas of the coastal Everglades will be susceptible to salt water intrusion, according to a new study by Florida International University.
Evolutionary biology: Sponges can economize on oxygen use :: Sponges lack a signaling pathway that responds to low intracellular oxygen levels in more complex animals. Do they use a different mechanism for this purpose or did their earliest ancestors evolve at a time when less oxygen was available?
Evolutionary biology: Sponges can economize on oxygen use :: Sponges lack a signaling pathway that responds to low intracellular oxygen levels in more complex animals. Do they use a different mechanism for this purpose or did their earliest ancestors evolve at a time when less oxygen was available?
Evolutionary biology: Sponges can economize on oxygen use :: Sponges lack a signaling pathway that responds to low intracellular oxygen levels in more complex animals. Do they use a different mechanism for this purpose or did their earliest ancestors evolve at a time when less oxygen was available?
Evolutionary biology: Sponges can economize on oxygen use :: Sponges lack a signaling pathway that responds to low intracellular oxygen levels in more complex animals. Do they use a different mechanism for this purpose or did their earliest ancestors evolve at a time when less oxygen was available?
Exoplanetary Science, Build 2.0 :: The time is ripe for getting really serious about other worlds, and other life — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Exploring Rihanna's Weird Disco Sculpture Garden :: Nearly a week later, the Grammys is still generating conversation—though most of the music on stage at the ceremony has been forgotten. The latest news is that the Recording Academy has formed a committee to study the state of women in the music business after the organization’s president, Neil Portnow, made an unconsidered defense of the ceremony’s skewed gender dynamics. Meanwhile, I’m still ro
Exposure to chemical found in plastics 'hard to avoid' in everyday life :: 86 per cent of teenagers have traces of Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical compound used to make plastics, in their body, an Engaged Research public engagement project in collaboration with the University of Exeter has found.
Exposure to chemicals used during fracking may cause pre-cancerous lesions in mice :: Today, researchers at the University of Missouri and the University of Massachusetts released a study that found that female mice exposed to mixtures of chemicals used in fracking operations during prenatal development had abnormal mammary glands in adulthood. Additionally, some of the mice developed pre-cancerous mammary lesions that may suggest they will be more sensitive to chemicals that cause
Extending dosing intervals reduces deadly side effect risk from multiple sclerosis drug :: A commonly-prescribed multiple sclerosis (MS) infusion medication, natalizumab, linked to a rare but serious side effect is safer to use when dosing intervals are extended, according to a new study led by MS specialists at NYU Langone Health.
'Extraordinary' fossil sheds light on origins of spiders :: A fossil preserved in amber for 100 million years is shaking up ideas about the evolution of spiders.
Ex-Uber CEO grilled about old texts in high-tech heist case :: Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick is back in a San Francisco courtroom to answer questions about discussions he had with an engineer who is accused of stealing Google's self-driving car technology.
Exxon Studies Climate Policies and Sees ‘Little Risk’ to Bottom Line :: The oil giant issued a climate report, demanded by shareholders, examining the threats to its business of a move away from fossil fuels.
Eye could provide 'window to the brain' after stroke :: Research into curious bright spots in the eyes on stroke patients' brain images could one day alter the way these individuals are assessed and treated. A team of scientists at the National Institutes of Health found that a chemical routinely given to stroke patients undergoing brain scans can leak into their eyes, highlighting those areas and potentially providing insight into their strokes. The s
Fabricating nanocrystalline diamonds to study materials under extreme conditions :: A nanocrystalline diamond built by plasma vapor deposition has already produced a pressure nearly two times greater than that found at the center of the Earth. A new study finds that the manufacturing process of these novel, nanocrystalline-diamond micro-anvils has proved to be 'remarkably consistent' and demonstrates 'a high level of reproducibility in fabrication.'
Fabricating nanocrystalline diamonds to study materials under extreme conditions :: A nanocrystalline diamond built by plasma vapor deposition has already produced a pressure nearly two times greater than that found at the center of the Earth. A new study finds that the manufacturing process of these novel, nanocrystalline-diamond micro-anvils has proved to be 'remarkably consistent' and demonstrates 'a high level of reproducibility in fabrication.'
Fabricating nanocrystalline diamonds to study materials under extreme conditions :: A nanocrystalline diamond built by plasma vapor deposition has already produced a pressure nearly two times greater than that found at the center of the Earth. A new study finds that the manufacturing process of these novel, nanocrystalline-diamond micro-anvils has proved to be 'remarkably consistent' and demonstrates 'a high level of reproducibility in fabrication.'
Facebook’s app for kids should freak parents out :: Messenger Kids, its first grab at the under-13 crowd, is not to be trusted. After all, you’ve seen how the company treats adults.
Faktatjek: Kan vi køre hurtigere på motorveje uden at risikere flere ulykker? :: Regeringen hævder, at man kan hæve den tilladte hastighed til 120 og 130 km/t på flere motorveje uden at øge risikoen for ulykker. Men påstanden er kun underbygget af fornemmelser – ikke undersøgelser.
Falcon Heavy, world’s most powerful rocket, successfully launches – video :: SpaceX launch Falcon Heavy, the world’s most powerful rocket, into space from its launchpad in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The successful liftoff makes it the most powerful in operation and second only to the Apollo era Falcon Heavy: SpaceX’s giant rocket launches successfully Continue reading…
Falcon Heavy, world’s most powerful rocket, successfully launches – video :: SpaceX launch Falcon Heavy, the world’s most powerful rocket, into space from its launchpad in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The successful liftoff makes it the most powerful in operation and second only to the Apollo era Falcon Heavy: SpaceX’s giant rocket launches successfully Continue reading…
Falcon Heavy: Leon Musk's giant SpaceX rocket makes triumphant launch :: SpaceX rocket lifts off on trailblazing deep space mission At least two of three reusable rockets return safely to Earth Space oddity: how Elon Musk and SpaceX sent a car towards Mars Space X Falcon Heavy launch – as it happened The world’s most powerful new space rocket blasted into the heavens above Florida’s east coast on Tuesday afternoon on a trailblazing deep-space mission that Elon Musk, f
False tsunami alert sent to US coasts :: Tsunami Warning AlertA tsunami warning test was accidentally sent as a real alert to the phones of residents along the US East and Gulf Coasts and the Caribbean on Tuesday—just weeks after a false missile alert triggered panic in Hawaii.
False tsunami alert sent to US coasts :: Tsunami Warning AlertA tsunami warning test was accidentally sent as a real alert to the phones of residents along the US East and Gulf Coasts and the Caribbean on Tuesday—just weeks after a false missile alert triggered panic in Hawaii.
Far More U.S. Children than Previously Thought May Have Fetal Alcohol Disorders :: New research estimates that neurological disorders caused by mothers drinking during pregnancy are at least as common as autism.
Far More U.S. Children than Previously Thought May Have Fetal Alcohol Disorders :: New research estimates that neurological disorders caused by mothers drinking during pregnancy are at least as common as autism.
Farm sunshine, not cancer: Replacing tobacco fields with solar arrays :: Michigan Tech researchers contend that tobacco farmers could increase profits by converting their land to solar farms, which in turn provides renewable energy generation.
Farm sunshine, not cancer: Replacing tobacco fields with solar arrays :: Researchers contend that tobacco farmers could increase profits by converting their land to solar farms, which in turn provides renewable energy generation.
Farmed seafood and livestock stack up differently using alternate feed efficiency measure :: A new study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health's Center for a Livable Future found that, contrary to widely held assumptions, farmed fish and shrimp convert protein and calories in feed to edible seafood at rates similar to livestock (i.e., cattle, pigs, and chickens). The study contributes new insights into what is known as feed conversion efficiency – that is,
Farmed seafood and livestock stack up differently using alternate feed efficiency measure :: A new study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health's Center for a Livable Future found that, contrary to widely held assumptions, farmed fish and shrimp convert protein and calories in feed to edible seafood at rates similar to livestock (i.e., cattle, pigs, and chickens). The study contributes new insights into what is known as feed conversion efficiency – that is,
Farmed seafood and livestock stack up differently using alternate feed efficiency measure :: A new study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health's Center for a Livable Future found that, contrary to widely held assumptions, farmed fish and shrimp convert protein and calories in feed to edible seafood at rates similar to livestock (i.e., cattle, pigs, and chickens).
Farmed seafood and livestock stack up differently using alternate feed efficiency measure :: A new study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health's Center for a Livable Future found that, contrary to widely held assumptions, farmed fish and shrimp convert protein and calories in feed to edible seafood at rates similar to livestock (i.e., cattle, pigs, and chickens).
Farmed seafood and livestock stack up differently using alternate feed efficiency measure :: A new study found that, contrary to widely held assumptions, farmed fish and shrimp convert protein and calories in feed to edible seafood at rates similar to livestock (i.e., cattle, pigs, and chickens)
Fast-spinning spheres show nanoscale systems' secrets :: A Rice University lab studies the effects of a spinning magnetic field on magnetically responsive particles. The findings could help researchers use these colloidal particles as models for 2-D materials whose enhanced properties have led to improved performance in applications ranging from electronics, data storage, catalysis and photonics.
Fast-spinning spheres show nanoscale systems' secrets :: Spin a merry-go-round fast enough and the riders fly off in all directions. But the spinning particles in a Rice University lab do just the opposite.
FDA Declares Kratom an Opioid. Were Here to Explain What It Does. :: The Scientist speaks with a clinical toxicologist to discuss how the supplement acts in the brian and what the agency's declaration means for research.
FDA's New Warning on Kratom: What Makes Something an Opioid? :: The herbal substance kratom contains compounds that can be considered opioids, the FDA said this week.
Fear and Loathing in the Bundestag :: BERLIN—On first glance, the legislators occupying the 92 royal blue chairs lining the far-right side of the plenary floor in Germany’s parliament appeared no different from their 617 colleagues. Dressed in sharp suits and ties, they flipped through briefing papers on their desks, gave prepared speeches at the appropriate times, and asked polite questions of their colleagues. But then it came time
Feds Take Down Infraud, a $530M Cybercrime Forum That Lasted 7 Years :: Infraud may not have been as famous as dark web markets like the Silk Road and Alphabay, but it far outlasted both.
Feeding dogs raw chicken tied to potentially deadly paralysis :: Eating raw chicken meat increases a dog’s risk of developing a debilitating and potentially fatal form of paralysis by more than 70 times, according to a new study. Matthias le Chevoir of the University of Melbourne and chief investigator on the project, says the cause of acute polyradiculoneuritis (APN) in dogs has baffled the veterinary community for a long time. “We recommend owners choose reg
Fentanyl Adds Deadly Kick to Opioid Woes in Britain :: Britain has one of the highest rates of drug-related deaths in Europe, and among the places hit hardest is the former fishing port of Hull.
Fiber optic sensors that dissolve in the body created :: For the first time, researchers have fabricated sensing elements known as fiber Bragg gratings inside optical fibers designed to dissolve completely inside the body.
Final results from LISA Pathfinder satellite :: The final results from the ESA satellite LISA Pathfinder (LPF) have been published today. Using data taken before the end of the mission in July 2017, the LPF team – including researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Hannover and Leibniz Universität Hannover – significantly improved first results published in mid 2016. LPF now has exceeded the requirements for key tec
Final results from LISA Pathfinder satellite :: The final results from the ESA satellite LISA Pathfinder (LPF) have been published today. Using data taken before the end of the mission in July 2017, the LPF team – including researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Hannover and Leibniz Universität Hannover – significantly improved first results published in mid 2016. LPF now has exceeded the requirements for key tec
Find out where your town’s air pollution actually comes from :: Environment It goes any way the wind blows. Transboundary air pollution is the subject of a new lawsuit. What is it and who's responsible?
Fire tegn på at din kollega er narcissist :: Dårlige kollegaer kan ødelægge dagligdagen – især hvis de er alt for selvoptagede og selvcentrerede. Find ud af om, der gemmer sig en narcissist på din arbejdsplads.
Fire tegn på at din kollega er narcissist :: Dårlige kollegaer kan ødelægge dagligdagen – især hvis de er alt for selvoptagede og selvcentrerede. Find ud af om, der gemmer sig en narcissist på din arbejdsplads.
First experimental evidence for superionic ice :: Among the many discoveries on matter at high pressure that garnered him the Nobel Prize in 1946, scientist Percy Bridgman discovered five different crystalline forms of water ice, ushering in more than 100 years of research into how ice behaves under extreme conditions.
First experimental evidence for superionic ice :: Among the many discoveries on matter at high pressure that garnered him the Nobel Prize in 1946, scientist Percy Bridgman discovered five different crystalline forms of water ice, ushering in more than 100 years of research into how ice behaves under extreme conditions.
First experimental evidence for superionic ice :: Scientists have provided the first experimental evidence for superionic conduction in water ice at planetary interior conditions, verifying a 30-year-old prediction.
First experimental evidence for superionic ice :: Scientists have provided the first experimental evidence for superionic conduction in water ice at planetary interior conditions, verifying a 30-year-old prediction.
First model to capture crosstalk in social dilemmas :: The idea that previous interactions can affect unrelated future decisions might seem obvious: the stranger in front of you pays for your coffee, and then you pay for the stranger behind you. You've had no interaction with the latter, and no reason to do them a favor, but you do it anyway. Similarly, if a friend refuses to help, you might be less inclined to help the next person who asks you for so
First modern Britons had 'dark to black' skin, Cheddar Man DNA analysis reveals :: The genome of Cheddar Man, who lived 10,000 years ago, suggests that he had blue eyes, dark skin and dark curly hair The first modern Britons, who lived about 10,000 years ago, had “dark to black" skin, a groundbreaking DNA analysis of Britain’s oldest complete skeleton has revealed. The fossil, known as Cheddar Man, was unearthed more than a century ago in Gough’s Cave in Somerset . Intense spec
First national studies of quality of VA ministroke care and how best to measure that care :: The first national study of the quality of care offered by the VA to patients following a transient ischemic attack (TIA) finds US' largest healthcare system is doing a good job but also identifies targets for improvement especially for patients discharged from the ED. Also published is the first study to investigate feasibility of assessing and reliably measuring quality of TIA care using electro
First 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' Trailer Proves 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' Exists :: Solo Star WarsThe long-awaited and long-troubled Han Solo standalone movie finally has a full trailer. Watch it here.
First-ever questionnaire assesses impact of brachial plexus injury and surgical outcomes :: After extensive research, investigators at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have developed the first-ever patient questionnaire to measure the physical and emotional impact of brachial plexus injury. The survey also seeks to assess patients' expectations and treatment outcomes.
First-in-the-US study brings home hospital model to patients :: Data from pilot study demonstrates reduced cost, decreased utilization, and improved physical activity for acutely ill patients cared for in their homes.
Fish study finds genes that regulate social behaviors :: Genes in an area of the brain that is relatively similar in fish, humans and all vertebrates appear to regulate how organisms coordinate and shift their behaviors, according to a new Cornell University study.
Fish study IDs genes that regulate social behaviors :: Genes in an area of the brain that is relatively similar in fish, humans and all vertebrates appear to regulate how organisms coordinate and shift their behaviors, according to a new Cornell study.
Fish study IDs genes that regulate social behaviors :: Genes in an area of the brain that is relatively similar in fish, humans and all vertebrates appear to regulate how organisms coordinate and shift their behaviors, according to a new study.
Five ingenious ways snakes manipulate their bodies to hunt and survive :: Do a quick search for "snakes" in the news and you'll find people terrified, bitten or, sadly, killed by these creatures. Many of us fear their slithering ways and researchers have found evidence which suggests that humans have evolved a tendency to spot snakes more easily than other animals.
Five things to know about Elon Musk's space projects :: SpaceX Falcon HeavySpaceX chief executive Elon Musk on Tuesday plans to send his own Tesla roadster into space aboard the world's most powerful rocket in operation, the Falcon Heavy—to the tune of David Bowie's "Space Oddity."
Five things to know about Elon Musk's space projects :: SpaceX Falcon HeavySpaceX chief executive Elon Musk on Tuesday plans to send his own Tesla roadster into space aboard the world's most powerful rocket in operation, the Falcon Heavy—to the tune of David Bowie's "Space Oddity."
Flat Earth: What Fuels the Internet's Strangest Conspiracy Theory? :: Why do people reject more than 2,000 years of scientific understanding?
Flat-Earth Rocketeer Fails to Launch (Again) :: The flat-Earth rocketeer remains planet-bound.
Flere end hver 10. kommune har fundet faste læger til plejehjem :: En undersøgelse fra KL viser, at flere kommuner har styr på plejehjemslægerne. Specielt er der sket et ryk på de kommuner, der har faste læger på mere end halvdelen af kommunens plejehjem.
Flere end hver 10. kommune har fundet faste læger til plejehjem :: En undersøgelse fra KL viser, at flere kommuner har styr på plejehjemslægerne. Specielt er der sket et ryk på de kommuner, der har faste læger på mere end halvdelen af kommunens plejehjem.
Following treatment guidelines more important than volume for assessing heart failure care :: Looking at how well hospitals adhere to treatment guidelines for heart failure is more important than comparing patient volumes at hospitals, new research shows.
Following treatment guidelines more important than volume for assessing heart failure care :: Looking at how well hospitals adhere to treatment guidelines for heart failure is more important than comparing patient volumes at hospitals, new research shows.
Following treatment guidelines more important than volume for assessing heart failure care :: Looking at how well hospitals adhere to treatment guidelines for heart failure is more important than comparing patient volumes at hospitals, new research shows.
Football helmets don’t prevent concussions. What can? :: Health It's not exactly a secret that they make head injuries worse. Football helmets, despite their padding, aren't actually the greatest at preventing concussions—and that's not news.
For world's poorest, vaccines prevent deaths, medical impoverishment :: Vaccines have enormous impact not just on health, but on keeping people out of poverty, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. They estimated that increased investments in 10 vaccines administered in low- and middle-income countries over a 15-year period could avert up to 36 million deaths and 24 million cases of medical impoverishment.
Forget the car in space: why Elon Musk's reusable rockets are more than a publicity stunt :: The onboard Tesla Roadster grabbed the headlines, but the real success of this week’s space adventure was the Falcon Heavy launch vehicle SpaceX has made history: the rocket company, founded in 2002 by billionaire playboy Elon Musk, has launched his cherry-red Tesla Roadster into space , on course to the asteroid belt after overshooting its intended Mars orbit. As with so much Musk does, the even
Former Google exec Eric Schmidt named MIT innovation fellow :: A longtime Google executive is taking on a new role at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Former Uber CEO set to testify in high-tech heist case :: Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick is poised to testify Tuesday in a high-stakes trial focused on charges that his company stole self-driving car technology from Waymo, a Google spinoff.
Former Uber CEO set to testify in high-tech heist case :: Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick is poised to testify Tuesday in a high-stakes trial focused on charges that his company stole self-driving car technology from Waymo, a Google spinoff.
Forsker i sundhedsfremme bliver professor :: 1. februar tiltrådte seniorforsker ved Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen, Peter Bentsen, en stilling som adjungeret professor.
Forskere finder ældgammel maya-by i Guatemalas jungle :: Ifølge forskergruppe boede der omkring ti millioner mayaere i et stort område, der nu er blevet kortlagt.
Forskere finder ældgammel maya-by i Guatemalas jungle :: Ifølge forskergruppe boede der omkring ti millioner mayaere i et stort område, der nu er blevet kortlagt.
Forskere opdager flydende vand på fjerne planeter :: I et solsystem, der er cirka 40 lysår væk, har forskere opdaget vand på jordlignende planeter.
Forskere: Vi skal have ti gange så mange solceller som i dag :: Mellem 10 og 15 pct. af den grønne strøm skal komme fra solceller i det optimale scenarie frem mod 2050, påpegede forskere ved stor konference.
Forskning i gravides kvalme får milliontilskud :: Overlæge Ellen Løkkegaard fra Nordsjællands Hospital har fået 1,7 mio. kr. i tilskud til at undersøge effekten af to forskellige lægemidler til behandling af kvalme i graviditeten.
Forskning i gravides kvalme får milliontilskud :: Overlæge Ellen Løkkegaard fra Nordsjællands Hospital har fået 1,7 mio. kr. i tilskud til at undersøge effekten af to forskellige lægemidler til behandling af kvalme i graviditeten.
Forty-year controversy in solid-state physics resolved :: An international team at BESSY II headed by Professor Oliver Rader has shown that the puzzling properties of samarium hexaboride do not stem from the material being a topological insulator, as it had been proposed to be. Theoretical and initial experimental work had previously indicated that this material, which becomes a Kondo insulator at very low temperatures, also possessed the properties of a
Forty-year controversy in solid-state physics resolved :: An international team at BESSY II headed by Professor Oliver Rader has shown that the puzzling properties of samarium hexaboride do not stem from the material being a topological insulator, as it had been proposed to be. Theoretical and initial experimental work had previously indicated that this material, which becomes a Kondo insulator at very low temperatures, also possessed the properties of a
Fossils In Amber May Provide Link Between Ancient Arachnids And Modern Spiders :: Two teams of researchers are studying tailed spiders captured and preserved about 100 million years ago, which could provide evidence of the species' evolution.
Fossils In Amber May Provide Link Between Ancient Arachnids And Modern Spiders :: Two teams of researchers are studying tailed spiders captured and preserved about 100 million years ago, which could provide evidence of the species' evolution.
Four apps that will help you learn to play music :: Gadgets Pick up an instrument, learn your favorite songs, and practice a bit of music theory. Pick up an instrument, learn your favorite songs, and practice a bit of music theory.
Four apps that will help you learn to play music :: Gadgets Pick up an instrument, learn your favorite songs, and practice a bit of music theory. Pick up an instrument, learn your favorite songs, and practice a bit of music theory.
Foxconn putting US headquarters in Milwaukee :: Foxconn Technology Group says it will establish a U.S. headquarters in Milwaukee as part of a massive investiment it is making in an electronics manufacturing plant in southeast Wisconsin.
Freedom, not coercion :: A feeling of freedom and a sense of responsibility are directly related to one another. Scientists from HSE's International Laboratory of Positive Psychology of Personality and Motivation, the University of Missouri and Omsk State University have become the first to prove this link in a study involving both Russian and American
Freely shared satellite data improves weather forecasting :: On Nov. 18, 2017, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and NASA launched the Joint Polar Satellite System, the first in an advanced series of polar-orbiting weather satellites.
From aardvarks to zebras: London Zoo counts its creatures :: Jimmy and Yoda the Galapagos tortoises, Max the Eurasian eagle and Bhanu the lion have stood up to be counted as London Zoo conducts its annual audit of creatures big and small.
Fruit bat's echolocation may work like sophisticated surveillance sonar :: High-speed recordings of Egyptian fruit bats in flight show that instead of using a primitive form of echolocation, these animals actually use a technique recently developed by humans for surveillance and navigation.
Fruit bat's echolocation may work like sophisticated surveillance sonar :: New research from the University of Washington suggests that the Egyptian fruit bat is using similar techniques to those preferred by modern-day military and civil surveillance. The results could inspire new directions for driverless cars and drones.
Fruit fly hunger games—taste neurons in control :: A team of neuroscientists from the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown (CCU), in Lisbon, Portugal, has discovered that specific taste neurons located in the fruit fly's proboscis confer a craving for protein. The results, published in the journal eLife, could represent a step toward preventing the transmission of certain insect-borne human diseases.
Full-length serotonin receptor structure seen for first time :: A team of researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have used Nobel prize-winning microscope technology to see full length serotonin receptors for the first time. The tiny proteins—approximately a billionth of a meter long—are common drug targets, despite limited available information about their structure. Now, new images published in Nature Communications provide snapsh
Full-length serotonin receptor structure seen for first time :: A team of researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have used Nobel prize-winning microscope technology to see full length serotonin receptors for the first time. The tiny proteins—approximately a billionth of a meter long—are common drug targets, despite limited available information about their structure. Now, new images published in Nature Communications provide snapsh
Full-length serotonin receptor structure seen for first time :: A team of researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have used Nobel prize-winning microscope technology to see full length serotonin receptors for the first time. The tiny proteins — approximately a billionth of a meter long — are common drug targets, despite limited available information about their structure. Now, new images published in Nature Communications provide
Full-length serotonin receptor structure seen for first time :: A team of researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have used Nobel prize-winning microscope technology to see full length serotonin receptors for the first time. The tiny proteins — approximately a billionth of a meter long — are common drug targets, despite limited available information about their structure. Now, new images published in Nature Communications provide
Full-length serotonin receptor structure seen for first time :: A team of researchers have used Nobel prize-winning microscope technology to see full length serotonin receptors for the first time. The tiny proteins — approximately a billionth of a meter long — are common drug targets, despite limited available information about their structure. Now, new images provide snapshots of the receptors, including details about molecular binding sites that could lead
Full-length serotonin receptor structure seen for first time :: A team of researchers have used Nobel prize-winning microscope technology to see full length serotonin receptors for the first time. The tiny proteins — approximately a billionth of a meter long — are common drug targets, despite limited available information about their structure. Now, new images provide snapshots of the receptors, including details about molecular binding sites that could lead
Future Self-Assembled Space Telescope :: Future Self-Assembled Space Telescope Scientists propose strategies to build a larger-than-ever space telescope by sending up the mirror piece by piece. cubesats.jpg Image from Feb. 11, 2014, of CubeSats deployed from International Space Station. The proposed GOAT telescope would assemble itself from thousands of robots launched into space in similarly sized packages. Image credits: NASA Space Mo
Gadgets for seniors: Ambitious techies roll out robots, smart gear for their elders :: For older adults who grew up before the personal computer, iPhones and Amazon Echo became technological mainstays in everyday life, a growing number of startups are working on smart devices with features designed to keep aging minds and bodies healthy.
Gallium oxide has an advantage over silicon in producing cheaper and smaller devices :: Silicon has long been the go-to material in the world of microelectronics and semiconductor technology. But silicon still faces limitations, particularly with scalability for power applications. Pushing semiconductor technology to its full potential requires smaller designs at higher energy density.
Gallium oxide has an advantage over silicon in producing cheaper and smaller devices :: Silicon has long been the go-to material in the world of microelectronics and semiconductor technology. But silicon still faces limitations, particularly with scalability for power applications. Pushing semiconductor technology to its full potential requires smaller designs at higher energy density.
General Motors reports $5.2 bn loss on charge for US tax reform :: A huge one-time charge for US tax reform pushed General Motors quarterly earnings into the red, but the automaker said Tuesday that earnings were better-than-expected when the tax hit is excluded.
General Motors reports $5.2 bn loss on charge for US tax reform :: A huge one-time charge for US tax reform pushed General Motors quarterly earnings into the red, but the automaker said Tuesday that earnings were better-than-expected when the tax hit is excluded.
Geneticists are using laser-powered chips to search through DNA faster :: Performing some calculations with light is 10 times quicker and uses a quarter as much energy.
Geneticists Unravel Secrets of Super-Invasive Crayfish :: DNA analysis suggests the self-cloning species is a genetic hybrid that emerged in an aquarium in the 1990s — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Geneticists Unravel Secrets of Super-Invasive Crayfish :: DNA analysis suggests the self-cloning species is a genetic hybrid that emerged in an aquarium in the 1990s — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Geography matters: Prescribing patterns for opioids in dermatology :: Study suggests opioid prescribing isn't widespread among dermatologists, but opportunities exist in concentrated areas to reduce use.
Geology Grab Bag: Earthy Disasters and Earthquakes from Space, Oh My! :: Three incidents of earth on the move show us why geology matters to human settlements. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
German prosecutors raid Audi again in 'dieselgate' probe :: German prosecutors said they had raided offices belonging to high-end carmaker Audi Tuesday, the second sweep in a week related to diesel emissions cheating at the Volkswagen subsidiary.
German prosecutors raid Audi again in 'dieselgate' probe :: German prosecutors said they had raided offices belonging to high-end carmaker Audi Tuesday, the second sweep in a week related to diesel emissions cheating at the Volkswagen subsidiary.
Germany's Long Road to Roughly Where It Started :: Angela Merkel Social DemocratsFor four months, Germany—that reputed pillar of stability in a tumultuous Europe—limped along without a government. The country’s elections in September not only failed to deliver a clear governing majority for German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservatives, but it also brought unprecedented gains for the populist party Alternative für Deutschland party (AfD), marking the first time a far-right
Get ready for February open promos! :: Hello Eyewirers! Our next round of open promotions for Scouts, Scythes , Mods , and Mentors is approaching. We will also consider new Mystics ! During this time you can fill out the open promotion form here to be considered by HQ without requiring player sponsors. Scout, Scythe, and Mentor Qualifications: Have at least earned 50,000 points and completed 500 cubes Maintain at least 90% accuracy ov
Giant viruses may play an intriguing role in evolution of life on Earth :: A virus may have influenced the evolution of multicellular life. Biologist have found a virus family that has a similar set of genes as eukaryotes, placing giant viruses in the evolutionary journey of most plants, insects, and animals.
Giant viruses may play an intriguing role in evolution of life on Earth :: A virus may have influenced the evolution of multicellular life. University of Iowa biologist Albert Erives found a virus family that has a similar set of genes as eukaryotes, placing giant viruses in the evolutionary journey of most plants, insects, and animals. Results published in the journal Epigenetics & Chromatin.
Giant viruses may play an intriguing role in evolution of life on Earth :: We all know viruses cause colds and flu this time of year, but you might be surprised to learn that a virus may have played a key role in the evolution of nearly all life forms on Earth.
Gidseltagning fører til skærpet sikkerhed på psykiatrisk center :: Region Hovedstadens største psykiatriske center opgraderer sikkerheden, efter at to nattevagter på et åbent afsnit blev holdt som gidsler af en patient og en bekendt.
Gill Gorell Barnes: ‘Fathers are no less important than mothers’ |David Brindle :: When families split, men get left behind emotionally and lose out on bonding with their children to the detriment of both, says the renowned family therapist From the age of seven Gill Gorell Barnes found herself mixing with a louche 1950s crowd in a cafe run by her father in London’s Soho. The experience left her entirely non-judgmental, she reflects, teaching her to respect actors, musicians an
Gill Gorell Barnes: ‘Fathers are no less important than mothers’ |David Brindle :: When families split, men get left behind emotionally and lose out on bonding with their children to the detriment of both, says the renowned family therapist From the age of seven Gill Gorell Barnes found herself mixing with a louche 1950s crowd in a cafe run by her father in London’s Soho. The experience left her entirely non-judgmental, she reflects, teaching her to respect actors, musicians an
Global dental lights market expected to reach $960 million by 2026 :: Dental lights are used to deliver high quality illumination to dentists and provide a true image with a reduced shadow white light that helps them match shades, identify various details and also helps them in diagnosing tissues.
Gone With A Shot? Hopeful New Signs Of Relief For Migraine Sufferers :: Novel migraine therapies could change how physicians treat these debilitating headaches. But they are likely to be expensive and the long-term side effects will not be known for some time. (Image credit: Photographer is my life/Getty Images)
Gonorrhea in China shows waning susceptibility to WHO-recommended antibiotics :: Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains resistant to azithromycin and/or with decreased susceptibility to ceftriaxone are common in China, according to a prevalence study published this week in PLOS Medicine. The study also showed that the prevalence of dual resistance in N. gonorrhoeae isolates increased from 2013 to 2016. The results suggest that dual therapy with azithromycin and ceftriaxone, recommended
Gonorrhea in China shows waning susceptibility to WHO-recommended antibiotics :: Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains resistant to azithromycin and/or with decreased susceptibility to ceftriaxone are common in China, according to a prevalence study published this week in PLOS Medicine. The study also showed that the prevalence of dual resistance in N. gonorrhoeae isolates increased from 2013 to 2016. The results suggest that dual therapy with azithromycin and ceftriaxone, recommended
Gonorrhea in China shows waning susceptibility to WHO-recommended antibiotics :: Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains resistant to azithromycin and/or with decreased susceptibility to ceftriaxone are common in China, according to a prevalence study. The study also showed that the prevalence of dual resistance in N. gonorrhoeae isolates increased from 2013 to 2016. The results suggest that dual therapy with azithromycin and ceftriaxone, recommended by WHO and many countries to treat g
Gonorrhea in China shows waning susceptibility to WHO-recommended antibiotics :: Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains resistant to azithromycin and/or with decreased susceptibility to ceftriaxone are common in China, according to a prevalence study. The study also showed that the prevalence of dual resistance in N. gonorrhoeae isolates increased from 2013 to 2016. The results suggest that dual therapy with azithromycin and ceftriaxone, recommended by WHO and many countries to treat g
Google Brain founder Andrew Ng creates $175 million AI Fund :: Silicon Valley is increasingly betting that artificial intelligence will be the next breakthrough technology, and its latest stake is a new venture fund led by a respected AI expert.
Google spinoff, Uber whale on each other as trial opens :: An epic court battle between Uber and a Google spinoff, centered on the alleged theft of self-driving car technology, began with accusations of sinister plots and other devious behavior lobbed in both directions.
Google spinoff, Uber whale on each other as trial opens :: An epic court battle between Uber and a Google spinoff, centered on the alleged theft of self-driving car technology, began with accusations of sinister plots and other devious behavior lobbed in both directions.
Got a coastal bridge to retrofit? There's an optimal approach for that :: Bridges make great metaphors for connection, as in "bridging our differences" and "building bridges." That may be because bridges play such a vital role in connecting people in real life.
Got a coastal bridge to retrofit? There's an optimal approach for that :: Life-cycle engineering pioneer Professor Dan Frangopol and former Ph.D. student Alysson Mondoro's research incorporates — for the first time — the three most common failure modes for bridges vulnerable to floods, hurricanes and tsunamis into a risk assessment framework to optimize retrofitting strategies.
Got a coastal bridge to retrofit? There's an optimal approach for that :: Life-cycle engineers incorporate — for the first time — the three most common failure modes for bridges vulnerable to floods, hurricanes and tsunamis into a risk assessment framework to optimize retrofitting strategies.
GPM satellite finds rainfall pushed away from Tropical Cyclone Cebile's center :: Vertical wind shear continued to hammer Tropical Cyclone Cebile in the Southern Pacific Ocean and NASA's GPM core satellite saw rainfall was pushed away from the center.
GPM satellite finds rainfall pushed away from Tropical Cyclone Cebile's center :: Vertical wind shear continued to hammer Tropical Cyclone Cebile in the Southern Pacific Ocean and NASA's GPM core satellite saw rainfall was pushed away from the center.
GRAFIK: Sådan virker Falcon Heavy ::
GRAFIK: Sådan virker Falcon Heavy ::
Grafikkort anvendes som 'hjerner' bag kunstig intelligens :: Nvidia leverer grafikkort til millioner af gamere, men kortene er også den foretrukne computerkraft bag neurale netværk over hele verden på grund af sin proprietære API.
Grafikkort anvendes som 'hjerner' bag kunstig intelligens :: Nvidia leverer grafikkort til millioner af gamere, men kortene er også den foretrukne computerkraft bag neurale netværk over hele verden på grund af sin proprietære API.
Grand Prix-feber: Derfor får du en sang på hjernen :: Bestemte elementer i sange gør, at din hjerne lettere husker dem.
Grand Prix-feber: Derfor får du en sang på hjernen :: Bestemte elementer i sange gør, at din hjerne lettere husker dem.
Great spotted woodpeckers may recognize each other individually by drumming rhythms :: The drum rolls of great spotted woodpeckers may be used to identify individuals, according to a study published February 7, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Michal Budka from Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland, and colleagues.
Great spotted woodpeckers may recognize each other individually by drumming rhythms :: The drum rolls of great spotted woodpeckers may be used to identify individuals, according to a study published Feb. 7, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Michal Budka from Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland, and colleagues.
Great white shark named George stalks Everglade waters :: A great white shark named George has been spotted lingering off the Florida coast near the Everglades and Gulf of Mexico.
Great white shark named George stalks Everglade waters :: A great white shark named George has been spotted lingering off the Florida coast near the Everglades and Gulf of Mexico.
Grove jokes belaster lægers arbejdsmiljø :: Hver tiende overlæge oplever mobning på arbejdspladsen. Det skyldes bl.a. grove jokes på hospitalerne, viser ny forskning.
Guidelines extended to improve the use of feedback from patients in clinical trials :: Researchers have recommended changes to international guidelines used in the development of clinical trials in an effort to gain information about the impact of the treatment on participating patients and their quality of life.
Guidelines extended to improve the use of feedback from patients in clinical trials :: Researchers have recommended changes to international guidelines used in the development of clinical trials in an effort to gain information about the impact of the treatment on participating patients and their quality of life.
Hairy tongues help bats drink up :: A new model devised by MIT engineers describes how hairy tongues help bats drink up.
Hairy tongues help bats drink up :: Animals have evolved all manner of adaptations to get the nutrients they need. For nectar-feeding bats, long snouts and tongues let them dip in and out of flowers while hovering in mid-air. To help the cause, their tongues are covered in tiny hairs that serve as miniature spoons to scoop and drag up the tasty sap.
Half of all dementias start with damaged 'gatekeeper cells' :: Research sheds new light on how a breakdown in the brain's vascular system predates the accumulation of toxic plaques and tangles in the brain that bring about Alzheimer's disease. The research suggests an earlier target for preventing dementia and Alzheimer's. Nearly 50 percent of all dementias, including Alzheimer's, begins with the breakdown of the smallest blood vessels in the brain and their
Half of all dementias start with damaged 'gatekeeper cells' :: USC research sheds new light on how a breakdown in the brain's vascular system predates the accumulation of toxic plaques and tangles in the brain that bring about Alzheimer's disease. The research suggests an earlier target for preventing dementia and Alzheimer's. Nearly 50 percent of all dementias, including Alzheimer's, begins with the breakdown of the smallest blood vessels in the brain and th
Harley-Davidson recalls 175,000 bikes on brake safety fears :: Iconic US motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson is recalling nearly 175,000 bikes in the United States due to fears the brakes could fail, a government regulator announced Wednesday.
Have we just found thousands of planets outside our galaxy? :: Strange fluctuations in the light spectra emitted from near a quasar could be due to the effect of around 2000 planets flung out of their solar systems
Have we just found thousands of planets outside our galaxy? :: Strange fluctuations in the light spectra emitted from near a quasar could be due to the effect of around 2000 planets flung out of their solar systems
He Dares Call It Treason :: Donald Trump has often had harsh words for his critics, even calling them “un-American," but on Monday, he ratcheted that up significantly while talking about the State of the Union during an appearance in Ohio. “You’re up there, you’ve got half the room going totally crazy, wild—they loved everything, they want to do something great for our country. And you have the other side, even on positive
He Dares Call It Treason :: Donald Trump has often had harsh words for his critics, even calling them “un-American," but on Monday, he ratcheted that up significantly while talking about the State of the Union during an appearance in Ohio. “You’re up there, you’ve got half the room going totally crazy, wild—they loved everything, they want to do something great for our country. And you have the other side, even on positive
Head Impact and Hyperphosphoralated Tau in Teens :: We all agree that repeated blows to the head are bad for the brain. What we don't yet know is: who will show lasting cognitive and behavioral impairments who will show only transient sequelae (and for how long) who will manifest long-term neurodegeneration …and by which specific cellular mechanism(s) Adding to the confusion is the unclear terminology used to describe impact-related head injurie
Health indicators for newborns of breast cancer survivors may vary by cancer type :: In a study published in the International Journal of Cancer, researchers from the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center analyzed health indicators for children born to young breast cancer survivors in North Carolina.
Healthy chickens for a healthy economy :: In Georgia, poultry farming isn't just an industry.
Hedgehog numbers 'down by half', warn wildlife groups :: Hedgehogs are continuing to decline in the UK, particularly in rural areas, according to a new report.
Helping authorities respond more quickly to airborne radiological threats :: A new technique uses existing technologies to detect potential airborne radiological materials in hours instead of days.
Helping authorities respond more quickly to airborne radiological threats :: A new technique uses existing technologies to detect potential airborne radiological materials in hours instead of days.
Here is the perfect spot for a birds' inner compass :: Migratory birds use a magnetic compass in their eye for navigation. Its basic sensory mechanisms have long remained elusive, but now researchers reveal exactly where in the eye, the birds' control center for navigation is situated.
Here's How Many Americans Now Have Herpes :: Herpes infections have declined in the United States in recent years, according to a new report.
Here's How U.S.-North Korea Crises Typically End :: How will the standoff over North Korea’s nuclear weapons end? Will Kim Jong Un buckle under pressure and roll back his nuclear program, or will he press forward in completing an arsenal that can threaten the whole world? Will Donald Trump make good on his threats to take military action against the North, or will he focus on deterring Kim from ever using his nukes? It’s impossible to answer these
Here's what happened when black politicians held power :: New research provides the strongest evidence to date that the race of a political officeholder can have a significant effect on policy – at least historically.
Here's what happened when black politicians held power :: New research provides the strongest evidence to date that the race of a political officeholder can have a significant effect on policy – at least historically.
Here's what happened when black politicians held power :: New research provides the strongest evidence to date that the race of a political officeholder can have a significant effect on policy — at least historically.
Here's what happened when black politicians held power :: New research provides the strongest evidence to date that the race of a political officeholder can have a significant effect on policy — at least historically.
Here's What It Looks Like When G-Force Knocks You Out :: Don't get cocky. If you were this kid, you'd pass out, too.
Here's What It Looks Like When G-Force Knocks You Out :: Don't get cocky. If you were this kid, you'd pass out, too.
High pollution shuts schools in Tehran :: Primary schools will be closed on Monday in Tehran as thick fog caused by pollution smothers the Iranian capital and most of the surrounding province, local authorities said.
High-fat diets may be worse for shift workers :: Shift workers’ constantly changing schedules make it tough for their biological clocks to keep accurate time. The results could make the negative effects of a high-fat diet even more pronounced, a new study suggests. About 15 million Americans don’t have a typical nine-to-five workday, and many of them—nurses, firefighters, and flight attendants, among other professions—may see their schedule cha
High-fat diets may be worse for shift workers :: Shift workers’ constantly changing schedules make it tough for their biological clocks to keep accurate time. The results could make the negative effects of a high-fat diet even more pronounced, a new study suggests. About 15 million Americans don’t have a typical nine-to-five workday, and many of them—nurses, firefighters, and flight attendants, among other professions—may see their schedule cha
Highly efficient ammonia synthesis catalyst developed :: Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have discovered that a catalyst of calcium amide with a small amount of added barium with ruthenium nanoparticles immobilized onto it can synthesize ammonia at an efficiency 100 times greater than that of conventional ruthenium catalysts at low temperatures below 300ºC. The performance of this catalyst is also several times higher when compared to iron
Highly efficient ammonia synthesis catalyst developed :: Researchers have discovered that a catalyst of calcium amide with a small amount of added barium (Ba-Ca(NH2)2) with ruthenium nanoparticles immobilized onto it can synthesize ammonia at an efficiency 100 times greater than that of conventional ruthenium catalysts at low temperatures below 300ºC. The performance of this catalyst is also several times higher when compared to iron catalysts currently
HINODE captures record breaking solar magnetic field :: Astronomers at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) using the HINODE spacecraft observed the strongest magnetic field ever directly measured on the surface of the Sun. Analyzing data for 5 days around the appearance of this record breaking magnetic field, the astronomers determined that it was generated as a result of gas outflow from one sunspot pushing against another sunspot.
HINODE captures record breaking solar magnetic field :: Astronomers at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) using the HINODE spacecraft observed the strongest magnetic field ever directly measured on the surface of the Sun. Analyzing data for 5 days around the appearance of this record breaking magnetic field, the astronomers determined that it was generated as a result of gas outflow from one sunspot pushing against another sunspot.
HINODE captures record breaking solar magnetic field :: Astronomers at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) using the HINODE spacecraft observed the strongest magnetic field ever directly measured on the surface of the sun. Analyzing data for five days around the appearance of this record breaking magnetic field, the astronomers determined that it was generated as a result of gas outflow from one sunspot pushing against another sunspot
HINODE captures record breaking solar magnetic field :: Astronomers at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) using the HINODE spacecraft observed the strongest magnetic field ever directly measured on the surface of the sun. Analyzing data for five days around the appearance of this record breaking magnetic field, the astronomers determined that it was generated as a result of gas outflow from one sunspot pushing against another sunspot
HINODE captures record-breaking solar magnetic field :: Astronomers in Japan have observed the strongest magnetic field ever directly measured on the surface of the Sun. They determined that it was generated as a result of gas outflow from one sunspot pushing against another sunspot.
HINODE captures record-breaking solar magnetic field :: Astronomers in Japan have observed the strongest magnetic field ever directly measured on the surface of the Sun. They determined that it was generated as a result of gas outflow from one sunspot pushing against another sunspot.
HKBU breakthrough in macromolecular machines for controlled drug deliv :: HKBU scholars demonstrated the design and synthesis of a smart globular macromolecular machine vehicle for actively controlled cancer drug delivery, which would enhance the drug's efficacy.
HKU scientist makes key discoveries in the search for life on Mars :: Dr. Joseph Michalski and his colleagues have published papers recently that cast increased doubt on the idea of surface life evolving on Mars.
HKU scientist makes key discoveries in the search for life on Mars :: Dr. Joseph Michalski and his colleagues have published papers recently that cast increased doubt on the idea of surface life evolving on Mars.
Homebodies Economize on Energy Use :: Today’s work-from-home, on-demand culture means more days at home—and translates into greater energy savings, too. Karen Hopkin reports. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
House Democrats Turn on One of Their Own :: Representative Dan Lipinski is a rare find in Congress these days: an anti-abortion Democrat who voted against the Affordable Care Act. Of the 34 Democrats who broke with the party on that most consequential vote eight years ago, just three remain in office. And none have had it quite so easy as Lipinski, a low-key former college professor who in 2005 inherited a Chicago-area House seat that his
How Activist Bill McKibben Thinks Sci-Fi Can Help Fight Climate Change :: The writer believes artists should be using their work to address environmental issues.
How archaeologists discovered an ancient Assyrian city – and lost it again :: Turkey’s Ilisu dam will flood hundreds of ancient sites, including the city of Tušhan, but there is now a rich record of what will be lost It’s a sad fact of archaeological life that we can often only find things when they’re about to be lost forever, but such is the unhappy marriage between rescue archaeology and infrastructure development. Construction of the Ilisu dam , on the river Tigris in
How architecture can create dignity for all |John Cary :: If architect and writer John Cary has his way, women will never need to stand in pointlessly long bathroom lines again. Lines like these are representative of a more serious issue, Cary says: the lack of diversity in design that leads to thoughtless, compassionless spaces. Design has a unique ability to dignify and make people feel valued, respected, honored and seen — but the flip side is also t
How bacteria in your gut chow down on starch :: Researchers know a little more about how bacteria in your gut breaks down some types of starch and turns them into nutrients your body can use. The findings, which appear in Biophysical Journal , will ultimately help doctors when they prescribe antibiotics and in the development of probiotics. Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron , or Bt is one type of gut bacteria that breaks down dietary carbohydrates
How brain's reward system lessened distress over 2016 election results :: Some people disturbed by the 2016 presidential election have suffered a loss of appetite, trouble sleeping and concentrating, and have become easily annoyed, while others equally disturbed by the election result have not suffered such symptoms of depression. A new study by UCLA psychologists explains the differences between these two groups.
How dangerous is Jordan B Peterson, the rightwing professor who 'hit a hornets' nest'? :: Since his confrontation with Cathy Newman, the Canadian academic’s book has become a bestseller. But his arguments are riddled with ‘pseudo-facts’ and conspiracy theories The Canadian psychology professor and culture warrior Jordan B Peterson could not have hoped for better publicity than his recent encounter with Cathy Newman on Channel 4 News . The more Newman inaccurately paraphrased his belie
How exercise training promotes a sound mind in a sound body :: A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden shows that the same mechanisms behind the beneficial effects of exercise training on the brain also help to counteract fat and to strengthen the immune system. The results, which are published in the journal Cell Metabolism, can ultimately give rise to new obesity and diabetes drugs.
How exercise training promotes a sound mind in a sound body :: A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden shows that the same mechanisms behind the beneficial effects of exercise training on the brain also help to counteract fat and to strengthen the immune system. The results, which are published in the journal Cell Metabolism, can ultimately give rise to new obesity and diabetes drugs.
How exercise training promotes a sound mind in a sound body :: A new study shows that the same mechanisms behind the beneficial effects of exercise training on the brain also help to counteract fat and to strengthen the immune system. The results may ultimately give rise to new obesity and diabetes drugs.
How exercise training promotes a sound mind in a sound body :: A new study shows that the same mechanisms behind the beneficial effects of exercise training on the brain also help to counteract fat and to strengthen the immune system. The results may ultimately give rise to new obesity and diabetes drugs.
How Facebook has become the world's largest echo chamber :: I began my research career in the last century with an analysis of how news organisations were adapting to this strange new thing called "the Internet". Five years later I signed up for Twitter and, a year after that, for Facebook.
How Facebook has become the world's largest echo chamber :: I began my research career in the last century with an analysis of how news organisations were adapting to this strange new thing called "the Internet". Five years later I signed up for Twitter and, a year after that, for Facebook.
How Fake Surgery Exposes Useless Treatments :: It can reveal whether popular operations are actually effective — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
How Fake Surgery Exposes Useless Treatments :: It can reveal whether popular operations are actually effective — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
How Germany Became the World's Safest Social Media State :: WIRED’s new columnist Virginia Heffernan on how she escaped trolls by “moving" her Twitter to Germany.
How Hard Do Professors Actually Work? :: If there were a “10 Things That Piss Academics Off the Most" list, ranking near the top would be the perception that academic life is easy and relaxing . Professors get annoyed at having to explain to their neighbors and family members that their work extends far beyond the lecture hall—and far beyond the seven-month-or-so academic year. They might be seen walking their dog in the middle of the d
How Humans Sank New Orleans :: B elow sea level . It’s a universally known topographical factoid about the otherwise flat city of New Orleans, and one that got invoked ad nauseam during worldwide media coverage of Hurricane Katrina and its catastrophic aftermath in 2005. Locally, the phrase is intoned with a mix of civic rue and dark humor. It’s also off by half. Depending on where exactly one frames the area measured, roughly
How Humans Sank New Orleans :: B elow sea level . It’s a universally known topographical factoid about the otherwise flat city of New Orleans, and one that got invoked ad nauseam during worldwide media coverage of Hurricane Katrina and its catastrophic aftermath in 2005. Locally, the phrase is intoned with a mix of civic rue and dark humor. It’s also off by half. Depending on where exactly one frames the area measured, roughly
How Math (and Vaccines) Keep You Safe From the Flu :: Let’s say you hear a juicy rumor that you just can’t keep to yourself. You hate rumormongers, so you compromise by telling only one person and then keeping your mouth shut. No big deal, right? After all, if the person you tell adopts the same policy and only tells one other person, the gossip won’t spread very far. If one new person hears the rumor each day, after 30 days it will have spread to o
How old antibiotic compounds could become tomorrow's life-saving drugs :: As the fight against drug-resistant infections continues, University of Leeds scientists are looking back at previously discarded chemical compounds, to see if any could be developed for new antibiotics.
How old antibiotic compounds could become tomorrow's life-saving drugs :: As the fight against drug-resistant infections continues, University of Leeds scientists are looking back at previously discarded chemical compounds, to see if any could be developed for new antibiotics.
How old compounds could become tomorrow's life-savers :: University of Leeds scientists are looking back in time at previously discarded chemical compounds, to see if any could be developed for new antibiotics.
How old compounds could become tomorrow's life-savers :: University of Leeds scientists are looking back in time at previously discarded chemical compounds, to see if any could be developed for new antibiotics.
How one state bridged the cultural divide on climate change to prepare for a stormier future :: The year 2017 painted a grim picture of coastal storms in the eastern United States. Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria were deadly and destructive harbingers of how climate change contributes to bigger storms with stronger winds, greater extreme precipitation, and higher storm surge due to rising seas.
How one state bridged the cultural divide on climate change to prepare for a stormier future :: The year 2017 painted a grim picture of coastal storms in the eastern United States. Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria were deadly and destructive harbingers of how climate change contributes to bigger storms with stronger winds, greater extreme precipitation, and higher storm surge due to rising seas.
How Self-Driving Cars Use Lidar Laser Sensors to See :: Laser-shooting sensors are a key component of self-driving cars. But we can also use them to defeat our enemies.
How should biosimilars be used to treat rheumatic diseases? :: Products that are 'biosimilar' or interchangeable with a licensed biological product hold considerable promise for the treatment of a variety of medical conditions such as rheumatic diseases, and possibly at a reduced cost. In Arthritis & Rheumatology, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has published its latest position statement (or Whitepaper) on the rationale for the use of biosimilars
How solitary cockroaches gave rise to social termites—tales from two genomes :: Termites are "social cockroaches." They evolved from ancestral solitary cockroaches some 150 million years ago, at least 50 million years before bees, ants and wasps evolved similar intricate societies independently of termites. Termites live in complex societies characterized by division of labor of castes and close coordination of tasks among members of the colony. For example, the queen and kin
How solitary cockroaches gave rise to social termites—tales from two genomes :: Termites are "social cockroaches." They evolved from ancestral solitary cockroaches some 150 million years ago, at least 50 million years before bees, ants and wasps evolved similar intricate societies independently of termites. Termites live in complex societies characterized by division of labor of castes and close coordination of tasks among members of the colony. For example, the queen and kin
How Superhero Movies Became Escapist Fun Again :: I n 2008, the director Christopher Nolan released The Dark Knight , the central installment of his Batman trilogy. It was a remarkably good film in a genre not known for reliably producing “serious" fare—and alas, it inevitably inspired imitators: moody, self-important capes-and-tights movies that the Hollywood studios seem only now, blessedly, to be leaving behind. From the mid-20th century onwa
How Sustainable Is Your Favorite Sandwich? :: How Sustainable Is Your Favorite Sandwich? Scientists examine the environmental impact of the U.K.'s love affair with prepackaged sandwiches. Sandwich-top-image.jpg Image credits: Rob Bertholf via flickr Rights information: CC BY 2.0 Culture Tuesday, February 6, 2018 – 09:15 Annie Roth, Contributor (Inside Science) — It’s no secret that the U.K. has an insatiable appetite for sandwiches. Scienti
How Sustainable Is Your Favorite Sandwich? :: How Sustainable Is Your Favorite Sandwich? Scientists examine the environmental impact of the U.K.'s love affair with prepackaged sandwiches. Sandwich-top-image.jpg Image credits: Rob Bertholf via flickr Rights information: CC BY 2.0 Culture Tuesday, February 6, 2018 – 09:15 Annie Roth, Contributor (Inside Science) — It’s no secret that the U.K. has an insatiable appetite for sandwiches. Scienti
How Tall Is Mount Everest? For Nepal, It’s a Touchy Question. :: Gauging the mountain’s precise height is not so simple, and for Nepal, the measurement can involve notions of national pride, in addition to questions of science.
How the continent's languages can unlock the potential of young Africans :: Africa is the home of 2144 languages. Oddly, most development theoreticians consider this a barrier to economic and social growth. Sociolinguists and educationists know better: the African continent's multilingualism is a powerful resource.
How the digitalisation of everything is making us more lonely :: The UK government recently appointed its first minister of loneliness. The move came in response to increasing concern of a loneliness epidemic sweeping Western society.
How the immune system decides which bacterial species to attack :: A new study reveals a mechanism by which the immune system may decide whether a bacterial species is a partner in bodily processes or an invader worthy of attack.
How the Nunes Memo Harms Intelligence Oversight :: The infamous #memo has finally been #released—and landed with a flop and a fizzle. Far from the “worse than Watergate" scandal we were promised, the overwhelming consensus of informed commentators has been that the document prepared by staff for Representative Devin Nunes, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, not only failed to unearth any real impropriety in the investigation of former Tru
How the Nunes Memo Harms Intelligence Oversight :: The infamous #memo has finally been #released—and landed with a flop and a fizzle. Far from the “worse than Watergate" scandal we were promised, the overwhelming consensus of informed commentators has been that the document prepared by staff for Representative Devin Nunes, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, not only failed to unearth any real impropriety in the investigation of former Tru
How to avoid spreading the flu at work :: Workplaces remain hotbed of possible flu contagion, despite recommendations that people get their vaccinations. Even an ordinary seasonal flu epidemic will still kill several thousand people every year in the US alone. This year’s flu, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates caused more than 125,000 illnesses since the beginning of the season, shows no sign of abating. Nell
How To Be a Bitcoin Thought Leader :: Yes, even you, with the 53 Twitter followers, could probably convince someone of your crypto clairvoyance.
How to Bear a Bull Market: The Psychology of Volatile Securities Trading :: The wild up-and-down swings of the markets this week reveals the underlying dynamics of herd behavior in the buying and selling of securities — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
How to fix a broken heart |Guy Winch :: At some point in our lives, almost every one of us will have our heart broken. Imagine how different things would be if we paid more attention to this unique emotional pain. Psychologist Guy Winch reveals how recovering from heartbreak starts with a determination to fight our instincts to idealize and search for answers that aren't there — and offers a toolkit on how to, eventually, move on. Our
How to Fix Your Facebook News Feed :: It's easy to feel beholden to the Facebook's algorithm tweaks, but there are plenty of ways to customize your experience.
How to Get Mistaken for a Geologist :: Geologists are cool! Here's how you can play one on the internet. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
How to prevent cities from drying up :: In December 2017, Dr Seona Candy drove through the vineyards of the Franschhoek Valley near Cape Town towards the banks of the Sonderend River. In the late 1970s, the waterway was dammed to create the biggest reservoir in South Africa's Western Cape. Behind the thick walls of the Theewaterskloof Dam lay the capacity to hold 480 million cubic metres of water, nearly half of Cape Town's water supply
How to prevent your social media accounts from oversharing :: DIY Protect your privacy. Don't want your social media accounts to broadcast your presence? Here's how to turn off automatic sharing and keep your updates to a minimum.
How to stream way too much Olympic coverage for the 2018 Winter Games :: Technology There's more content to stream this year than you can shake a hockey stick at. There are lots of ways to watch this year's Olympics, even if you don't have cable anymore.
How to Survive Being Swallowed by Another Animal :: In the 1997 movie Anaconda , there are, to put it mildly, a few scientific inaccuracies. Chief among them: Anacondas do not regurgitate their still-living prey to experience the thrill of a second kill, as the movie’s snake does with Jon Voight . They will sometimes puke up a meal, but since they constrict their victims before swallowing, the expelled individual would be very much dead. But some
How to use critical thinking to spot false climate claims :: Much of the public discussion about climate science consists of a stream of assertions. The climate is changing or it isn't; carbon dioxide causes global warming or it doesn't; humans are partly responsible or they are not; scientists have a rigorous process of peer review or they don't, and so on.
How Toxic is the Worlds Most Popular Herbicide Roundup? :: Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is designed to be toxic to plants, but scientists observe some untoward effects on animals in the lab.
How viruses disarm the immune system :: How do viruses that cause chronic infections, such as HIV or hepatitis c virus, manage to outsmart their hosts' immune systems? The answer to that question has long eluded scientists, but new research has uncovered a molecular mechanism that may be a key piece of the puzzle. The discovery could provide new targets for treating a wide range of diseases.
How viruses disarm the immune system :: How do viruses that cause chronic infections, such as HIV or hepatitis c virus, manage to outsmart their hosts' immune systems? The answer to that question has long eluded scientists, but new research from McGill University has uncovered a molecular mechanism that may be a key piece of the puzzle. The discovery could provide new targets for treating a wide range of diseases.
How we can help hungry kids, one text at a time |Su Kahumbu :: Su Kahumbu raises badass cows — healthy, well-fed animals whose protein is key to solving a growing crisis in Africa: childhood nutritional stunting. With iCow, a simple SMS service she developed to support small-scale livestock farmers, the TED Fellow is helping farmers across the continent by texting them tips on caring for and raising animals. Learn more about how this cheap innovation is help
How WeWork Has Perfectly Captured the Millennial Id :: In March 2017 , the New York City–based editors and writers of The Atlantic moved to a WeWork office in Brooklyn. I remember our first morning vividly: It was like entering the Millennial id. Craft beer and cucumber water poured from kitchen taps. Laptoppers in jeans and toques clacked along to MGMT in the wood-paneled common area. A WeWork “community manager" showed us to a glass-walled office s
Hubble delivers first insight into atmospheres of potentially habitable TRAPPIST-1 planets :: An international team of astronomers has used the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope to look for atmospheres around four Earth-sized planets orbiting within or near TRAPPIST-1's habitable zone. The new results further support the terrestrial and potentially habitable nature of three of the studied planets. The results are published in Nature Astronomy.
Hubble's majestic spiral in Pegasus :: This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image shows a spiral galaxy known as NGC 7331. First spotted by the prolific galaxy hunter William Herschel in 1784, NGC 7331 is located about 45 million light-years away in the constellation of Pegasus (the Winged Horse). Facing us partially edge-on, the galaxy showcases its beautiful arms, which swirl like a whirlpool around its bright central region.
Humans are overloading the world’s freshwater bodies with phosphorus :: Human activities are driving phosphorus levels in the world’s lakes and other freshwater bodies to a critical point.
Hydrogen: fuel of the future? :: As the race to find energy sources to replace our dwindling fossil fuel supplies continues apace, hydrogen is likely to play a crucial role in the future.
Hydrogen: fuel of the future? :: As the race to find energy sources to replace our dwindling fossil fuel supplies continues apace, hydrogen is likely to play a crucial role in the future.
I got DNA tested to see if I would pass on diseases to my kids :: Many doctors now suggest people consider getting their DNA checked for genetic diseases before starting a family. Alice Klein decided to take the test
I Spent Two Years Trying to Fix the Gender Imbalance in My Stories :: In December 2015, I wrote a story about the potential uses of the gene-editing technology known as CRISPR. That piece, based on a conference that I attended in Washington, D.C., quoted six men and one woman. The six men included five scientists and one historian, all quoted for their professional expertise. The one woman was a communications director at a tissue bank organization, and her quote w
I Spent Two Years Trying to Fix the Gender Imbalance in My Stories :: In December 2015, I wrote a story about the potential uses of the gene-editing technology known as CRISPR. That piece, based on a conference that I attended in Washington, D.C., quoted six men and one woman. The six men included five scientists and one historian, all quoted for their professional expertise. The one woman was a communications director at a tissue bank organization, and her quote w
IATA chief warns about rising cost of airport expansion :: The "skyrocketing" costs of expanding airport infrastructure must be controlled to keep flight tickets affordable, the boss of airline industry group IATA warned Monday.
Iberian Peninsula rodents migrated due to climate change 12 million years ago :: Changes in Southwestern Europe's climate which happened between 12 and 5 million years ago had a drastic impact over the rodent communities. These profound changes in environmental conditions led to a separation between species adapted to arid environments which migrated to interior regions of the Iberian Peninsula and species adapted to humid environments thriving where Catalonia and France are t
Iberian Peninsula rodents migrated due to climate change 12 million years ago :: Changes in Southwestern Europe's climate which happened between 12 and 5 million years ago had a drastic impact over the rodent communities. These profound changes in environmental conditions led to a separation between species adapted to arid environments which migrated to interior regions of the Iberian Peninsula and species adapted to humid environments thriving where Catalonia and France are t
Iberian Peninsula rodents migrated due to climate change twelve million years ago :: According to an investigation led by the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM), the oldest studied rodent fauna that inhabited the Iberian Peninsula 12 million years ago progressively shifted north toward humid environments to survive climate change that caused prominent dry and cold environments in central Iberia.
Ice instruments ring out coolest music in Norway :: Inside a giant igloo in a snowy Norwegian village, the sound of a horn rings out, warming the mood of a freezing audience, huddled together in -24 Celsius.
Idaho Stripped Climate Change From School Guidelines. Now, It’s a Battle. :: Idaho is the only state whose legislature has removed climate change from its education standards. Teachers and students testified for it to be reinstated.
If Football Is Deadly, Why Do We Still Watch? :: The evidence that football leads to brain injury is mounting, but there are two big reasons why it's not likely to change anytime soon.
If You Get the Flu, When Should You Go to the ER? :: Emergency rooms around the U.S. are crowded with flu patients. But if you do catch the flu, how do you know if you need to go to the ER?
Image of the Day: Cell Division :: A combination of imaging techniques allows researchers to observe subcellular processes within organisms.
Image of the Day: Colorado Potato Beetles :: Leptinotarsa decemlineata has been decimating agricultural crops since at least the 19th century, and by sequencing its genome researchers hope to explore new strategies for controlling the pest.
Image of the Day: Colorado Potato Beetles :: Leptinotarsa decemlineata has been decimating agricultural crops since at least the 19th century, and by sequencing its genome researchers hope to explore new strategies for controlling the pest.
Image of the Day: Sea Turtle Rescue :: Biologists in Florida rounded up more than 1,000 sea turtles when they were threatened by a cold snap in January.
Image: Kubik on Space Station :: A miniaturised laboratory inside the orbital laboratory that is ESA's Columbus module, this 40 cm cube has been one of its quiet scientific triumphs.
Image: The Columbus module :: Careering around Earth every 90 minutes, 400 km above our heads, is the International Space Station – humanity's orbital outpost.
Imagining the possibility of life in a universe without the weak force :: A team of researchers at the University of Michigan has conducted a thought experiment regarding the nature of a universe that could support life without the weak force. In their paper uploaded to the ArXiv preprint server, the researchers suggest life could be possible in such an alternative universe, but it would definitely be different from what we observe in ours.
Immune system dysfunction may occur early in Alzheimer’s disease :: Study offers new insights into how brain and rest of body communicate.
Immune system dysfunction may occur early in Alzheimer’s disease :: Study offers new insights into how brain and rest of body communicate.
Immune system dysfunction may occur early in Alzheimer's disease :: An association between inflammation biomarkers in both blood plasma and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and markers of Alzheimer's disease (AD) associated pathology, has been found by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus working with the University of Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and the University of California San Francisco Memory and Aging Center.
Immune system dysfunction may occur early in Alzheimer's disease :: An association between inflammation biomarkers in both blood plasma and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and markers of Alzheimer's disease (AD) associated pathology, has been found by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus working with the University of Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and the University of California San Francisco Memory and Aging Center.
Implementering af it-systemer kræver mere end teknisk snilde :: Teknisk viden skal suppleres med viden om organisation og ledelse. Den erkendelse fik den 28-årige civilingeniør Rasmus Steiniche efter kort tid i sit første job. Svaret var en MMT, der ligger lige til højrebenet for en ingeniør, mener han.
In a World of Shifting Sand, Algae Turn to Dark Fermentation :: For light-loving marine microbes, living in sand means having a good Plan B — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
In Australia, Arsonists May Have Wings :: Aboriginal Australians have long believed that some predatory birds deliberately spread wildfires. A few ornithologists have set out to find proof.
In Case You Missed It :: Top news from around the world — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
In court clash, Waymo says Uber decided 'to cheat' to get ahead :: Two tech giants racing for a lead in autonomous driving clashed Monday in court as former Google car unit Waymo's lawyer argued that Uber's boss deliberately chose "to cheat" to get a leg up on competitors.
In Photos: Tomb of Royal Woman Found in Ancient Egypt :: Archaeologists have discovered the ancient Egyptian tomb of a royal woman named Hetpet on the Giza Plateau.
In play, kids and scientists take big mental leaps :: Acting Editor in Chief Elizabeth Quill explores the science behind children's play and how kids like to mimic the same things adults do.
In Sweeping War on Obesity, Chile Slays Tony the Tiger :: New regulations, which corporate interests delayed for almost a decade, require explicit labeling and limit the marketing of sugary foods to children.
In The U.S. Virgin Islands, Health Care Remains In A Critical State :: In September, two Category 5 hurricanes devastated the region. Now, its hospitals can no longer provide major surgery, cancer treatment or specialized care, forcing daily staff cuts and revenue loss. (Image credit: Greg Allen/NPR)
In Trump's First Year, the U.S. Lost Almost 10,000 Solar Jobs :: Since the end of the Great Recession, two things have been true of the American solar industry: It was growing like gangbusters, and basically everyone liked it. From 2010 to 2016, the number of solar jobs in the United States nearly tripled, roaring from about 93,000 to more than 260,000. In 2016 alone, the solar industry grew 17 times faster than the U.S. economy. By the end of that year, there
Inadequate follow-up for many cardiac arrest patients :: A major international study shows that if cardiac arrest patients are treated like heart attack patients only, this will potentially have negative consequences on their rehabilitation and return to working life. These patients often lack follow-up of the injuries they may have suffered to the brain in connection with their cardiac arrest, the researchers found.
Increased UV from ozone depletion sterilizes trees :: UC Berkeley paleobotanists put dwarf, bonsai pine trees in growth chambers and subjected them to up to 13 times the UV-B radiation Earth experiences today, simulating conditions that likely existed 252 million years ago during the planet's worst mass extinction. The UV-B made the pines temporarily sterile and created malformed pollen, evidence that ozone depletion from volcanic eruptions could hav
Inflammation in testes could explain link between obesity and reduced fertility :: A new study suggests that chronic inflammation caused by obesity may harm the male genital tract, leading to lower fertility in obese men.
Inflammation in testes could explain link between obesity and reduced fertility :: A new study suggests that chronic inflammation caused by obesity may harm the male genital tract, leading to lower fertility in obese men.
Innovative diode design uses ultrafast quantum tunneling to harvest infrared energy from the environment :: Most sunlight striking the Earth is absorbed by its surfaces, oceans and atmosphere. As a result of this warming, infrared radiation is emitted constantly all around us-estimated to be millions of Gigawatts per second. A KAUST team has now developed a device that can tap into this energy, as well as waste heat from industrial processes, by transforming quadrillionth-of-a-second wave signals into u
Innovative monitoring technique can help protect the world's elephants, study finds :: A quick and cost-effective approach to monitoring the health of elephant populations could help measure the impact of poaching on the animals, according to a new study involving the University of Stirling.
Innovative monitoring technique can help protect the world's elephants, study finds :: A quick and cost-effective approach to monitoring the health of elephant populations could help measure the impact of poaching on the animals, according to a new study involving the University of Stirling.
Insecure workers less likely to have access to family friendly arrangements :: New research shows that workers who fear they may lose their jobs are less likely to have access to family-friendly flexible working arrangements.
Insecure workers less likely to have access to family friendly arrangements :: New research shows that workers who fear they may lose their jobs are less likely to have access to family-friendly flexible working arrangements.
Insecure workers less likely to have access to family friendly arrangements :: New research shows that workers who fear they may lose their jobs are less likely to have access to family-friendly flexible working arrangements.
Insecure workers less likely to have access to family friendly arrangements :: New research shows that workers who fear they may lose their jobs are less likely to have access to family-friendly flexible working arrangements.
Insecure workers less likely to have access to family-friendly arrangements :: New research shows that workers who fear they may lose their jobs are less likely to have access to family-friendly flexible working arrangements.
Insecure workers less likely to have access to family-friendly arrangements :: New research shows that workers who fear they may lose their jobs are less likely to have access to family-friendly flexible working arrangements.
Inside Facebook's Fast-Growing Content-Moderation Effort :: Monika Bickert is a serious, impressive person. Before she became Facebook’s head of global policy management, she put her Harvard law degree to work as an assistant U.S. attorney going after corrupt government officials. On February 2, Bickert spoke very intentionally and precisely about how Facebook’s content-management team and policies are constructed at the Santa Clara University School of L
Inside NBC’s Social Media Strategy for the 2018 Winter Olympics :: 2018 Winter OlympicsThe days of #NBCFail are over—the network is planning to keep the PyeongChang video pipe flowing free and strong.
Insidere: Facebook f*cker med vores børns hjerner :: Tidligere investorer og ansatte hos Google og Facebook angrer, at de har været med til at skabe noget, der skader børn. Nu har de startet en organisation, der skal modarbejde deres tidligere venner.
Insight into chromatin therapies for breast cancer could aid personalized medicine :: Most traditional chemotherapy for cancer has dangerous side effects, but new research is finding ways to develop 'targeted agents' that reduce the side effects and are better tailored to individual patient needs. While these innovations are exciting, a new study shows how certain cancer inhibitors need to be examined more carefully to better understand fine-grained effects and counter-effects, whi
Intense laser experiments provide first evidence that light can stop electrons :: By hitting electrons with an ultra-intense laser, researchers have revealed dynamics that go beyond 'classical' physics and hint at quantum effects.
Intense laser experiments provide first evidence that light can stop electrons :: By hitting electrons with an ultra-intense laser, researchers have revealed dynamics that go beyond 'classical' physics and hint at quantum effects.
Intense laser experiments provide first evidence that light can stop electrons :: By hitting electrons with an ultra-intense laser, researchers have revealed dynamics that go beyond 'classical' physics and hint at quantum effects. This radiation reaction — demonstrated in the lab for the first time — is thought to occur around objects such as black holes and quasars.
Is chocolate really healthy for you? :: The answer is a resounding yes—but not if it's loaded with sugar and milk products. Read More
Is climate change a reason to never have kids? Some say yes :: Environmental concerns have caused some to opt-out of reproduction, both to help the planet and to protect their would-be children. Read More
Is climate change a reason to never have kids? Some say yes :: Environmental concerns have caused some to opt-out of reproduction, both to help the planet and to protect their would-be children. Read More
Is hydrogen the fuel of the future? :: As the race to find energy sources to replace our dwindling fossil fuel supplies continues apace, hydrogen is likely to play a crucial role in the future.
Is hydrogen the fuel of the future? :: As the race to find energy sources to replace our dwindling fossil fuel supplies continues apace, hydrogen is likely to play a crucial role in the future.
Is the CDC Losing Control? :: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was created, quite literally, to drain the swamp. In the not-so-far-off past, much of the southeastern United States was a malarial mess, with disease-carrying mosquitoes multiplying in the heat and moisture of the agricultural lowlands and wetlands that dominate the region. Before America became a superpower, the major threats to life and liberty we
Is This the Year the Florida Grasshopper Sparrow Goes Extinct? :: Things don’t look good for these critically endangered birds, but a captive-breeding program could help save them — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Is Valentine’s Day at an elementary school a good idea? :: We should stop “celebrating" Valentines Day in elementary-school classrooms. Read More
Is Valentine’s Day at an elementary school a good idea? :: We should stop “celebrating" Valentines Day in elementary-school classrooms. Read More
Islands in yeast membrane revealed by extreme microscopy :: Microbiologists have visualized tiny islands in the cell membrane of baker's yeast. These membrane compartments appear to store transport proteins before use. The scientists observed that these proteins move extremely slowly in the plasma membrane of the yeast and discovered how they travel through the membrane to reach the islands. They made these observations with state-of-the-art super-resoluti
Islands in yeast membrane revealed by extreme microscopy :: University of Groningen microbiologists have visualized tiny islands in the cell membrane of baker's yeast. These membrane compartments appear to store transport proteins before use. The scientists observed that these proteins move extremely slowly in the plasma membrane of the yeast and discovered how they travel through the membrane to reach the islands. They made these observations with state-o
Islands in yeast membrane revealed by extreme microscopy :: University of Groningen microbiologists have visualized tiny islands in the cell membrane of baker's yeast. These membrane compartments appear to store transport proteins before use. The scientists observed that these proteins move extremely slowly in the plasma membrane of the yeast and discovered how they travel through the membrane to reach the islands. They made these observations with state-o
Israel bourse bullish on blockchain, cagey on crypto :: The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) is bullish about the potential for blockchain technology but sees involvement in cryptocurrency trading as far away, its chief executive said on Monday.
It may be impossible to live comfortably without trashing Earth :: A study of 151 nations shows that the ones that do the most damage to the planet also give their citizens the best lives. Does this mean modern life is unworkable?
It used to be Uber vs. Taxis. Now it's Uber vs. You. :: Uber, Lyft, ZipCar, and other transportation companies have signed onto a new pledge to curb urban congestion—in their favor. Read More
It’s a bad idea for a toad to swallow a bombardier beetle :: Toads are tough. But there are some insects even they shouldn’t swallow.
It’s a movement: Amateur scientists are making huge discoveries :: Citizen scientists are advancing scientific knowledge. Read More
IVF: What makes a good egg? :: In approximately 15 percent of cases where couples are unable to conceive, the underlying cause of infertility is not known. Researchers have identified a protein in mice that must be present in eggs for them to complete normal development. Without the protein, called ZFP36L2, the eggs appear ordinary, but they cannot be fertilized by sperm.
IVF: What makes a good egg? :: In approximately 15 percent of cases where couples are unable to conceive, the underlying cause of infertility is not known. Researchers have identified a protein in mice that must be present in eggs for them to complete normal development. Without the protein, called ZFP36L2, the eggs appear ordinary, but they cannot be fertilized by sperm.
Japan's SoftBank prepares listing of mobile unit :: Japanese telecoms giant SoftBank on Wednesday said it had begun preparing to list its mobile unit in a move reports said could raise up to $18 billion, making it one of the country's biggest ever initial public offerings.
Jimmy Fallon Tells Trump the Times Are a-Changin' :: A few hours after Prince’s flag flew on Justin Timberlake’s Super Bowl stage , another elusive Minnesota musician was paid tribute by another grinning Pepsi pitchman. The icon was Bob Dylan, the tribute payer was Jimmy Fallon, and the occasion was political—surprisingly so. For the post–Big Game Tonight Show , Fallon appeared in Dylan drag—curly wig, indoor sunglasses—at the Orpheum Theatre, a ve
Junk news on social media is shared predominantly by the right wing ::
Junk news on social media is shared predominantly by the right wing ::
Just how controversial is Dodge Ram's MLK Super Bowl ad? :: Dodge Ram has drawn the ire of social media after using audio clips of a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. speech in a commercial that ran during Super Bowl LII. Read More
Justin Timberlake's Anti-Spectacular Super Bowl :: Prince Justin TimberlakeJustin Timberlake is among the very few performers to ever do multiple Super Bowls, and in a way, now so is Prince. But for a sense of how Prince, if alive today, would have approached the task of following up his 2007 performance—a strong pick for the best halftime in history—you can read this 2016 account from his production manager Patrick Whalen. It features the terrifying anecdote of Whalen
Kentucky Man Gets 'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria After Cracking Knuckles :: A man in Kentucky developed a life-threatening infection with "flesh eating bacteria" — and nearly lost his hand — after simply cracking his knuckles.
Killer cells target leukemia broadcasting ‘come and get me’ :: Researchers used CRISPR gene-editing to equip certain immune cells with a homing beacon to target leukemia. Leukemia is a deadly cancer in which rogue white blood cells roam the bloodstream, slowly killing the body that gave them life. But it has an Achilles’ heel. Many leukemia cells are betrayed by a molecule on their exterior surfaces known as CD19. “We’re trying to design smarter cells." When
Killer Whale Culture Revealed By Mimicking Us :: Orcas can imitate calls from other whales and even human speech—suggesting they can transmit cultural practices, such as unique dialects. Christopher Intagliata reports. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Kosttilskud reparerer skader i hjernen hos mus med Alzheimers :: Neurologiske skader i hjernen i forbindelse med Alzheimers kan repareres af en form for kosttilskud,…
Kosttilskud reparerer skader i hjernen hos mus med Alzheimers :: Neurologiske skader i hjernen i forbindelse med Alzheimers kan repareres af en form for kosttilskud,…
Kraftfuld raket med Tesla-bil på toppen er i luften :: SpaceX har affyret verdens kraftigste raket, Falcon Heavy, fra Florida tirsdag aften dansk tid.
Lactation hormone cues birds to be good parents :: Toppling a widespread assumption that a "lactation" hormone only cues animals to produce food for their babies, Cornell researchers have shown the hormone also prompts zebra finches to be good parents.
Lactation hormone cues birds to be good parents :: Toppling a widespread assumption that a "lactation" hormone only cues animals to produce food for their babies, Cornell researchers have shown the hormone also prompts zebra finches to be good parents.
Lactation hormone cues birds to be good parents :: Toppling a widespread assumption that a “lactation" hormone only cues animals to produce food for their babies, researchers have shown the hormone also prompts zebra finches to be good parents.
Lactation hormone cues birds to be good parents :: Toppling a widespread assumption that a “lactation" hormone only cues animals to produce food for their babies, researchers have shown the hormone also prompts zebra finches to be good parents.
Land-based pollution with microplastics an underestimated threat :: Tiny plastic particles present a threat to creatures on land, and may have damaging effects similar or even more problematic than in our oceans. Researchers from the Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) and their Berlin colleagues warn that the impact of microplastics in soils, sediments and freshwater sources could have a long-term negative effect on terrestrial ecos
Language previously unknown to linguists discovered in Southeast Asia :: A language previously unknown to linguists — dubbed Jedek — has been found in the Malay Peninsula, researchers from Sweden report. The community in which Jedek is spoken is more gender-equal than Western societies, there is almost no interpersonal violence, they consciously encourage their children not to compete, and there are no laws or courts, according to the researchers.
Language previously unknown to linguists discovered in Southeast Asia :: A language previously unknown to linguists — dubbed Jedek — has been found in the Malay Peninsula, researchers from Sweden report. The community in which Jedek is spoken is more gender-equal than Western societies, there is almost no interpersonal violence, they consciously encourage their children not to compete, and there are no laws or courts, according to the researchers.
Large-group living boosts magpie intelligence :: Growing up in a large social group makes Australian magpies more intelligent, new research shows.
Large-group living boosts magpie intelligence :: Growing up in a large social group makes Australian magpies more intelligent, new research shows.
Large-group living boosts magpie intelligence :: Growing up in a large social group makes Australian magpies more intelligent, new research shows.
Laser experiment hints at weird in-between ice :: Scientists spot signs of an unusual phase of water called superionic ice.
Last week in tech: All the important stories, no Super Bowl commercials :: Technology It was a great week for Nintendo fans, but not so great for Bitcoin holders. Mario Kart for Mobile is coming this year.
Late-year change in income tax rate leads to billions in unexpected profits and losses :: As politicians tout the merits of U.S. tax reform on personal returns and corporate investment, many companies are scrambling to deal with the law's immediate impact on the value of their deferred tax assets and liabilities and their bottom lines in the fourth quarter.
Late-year change in income tax rate leads to billions in unexpected profits and losses :: In a paper being published Feb. 5 in Tax Notes, professors from Indiana University and the University of Virginia report that Tax Cuts and Jobs Act this could result in unexpected drops in earnings for two thirds of companies in the Standard & Poor's 500, with a median drop of $100 million.
Legionnaires Outbreak in Flint Linked to Low Chlorine Levels in Water :: New evidence supports the idea that a drop in concentrations of the disinfectant during the town's water crisis caused several deaths and severe illness.
Lethal Pneumonia Outbreak Caused By Low Chlorine In Flint Water :: Two new studies confirm that an outbreak of deadly Legionnaires' disease in Flint, Mich., was caused by the city's water crisis in 2014 and 2015. (Image credit: Science Source)
Letter: Bilingual Education Should Be Available to All Children :: The Intrusion of White Families Into Bilingual Schools In December, Conor Williams asked whether the growing demand for multilingual early-childhood programs might push out the students these programs were designed to serve. Conor Williams’s insightful piece on dual-language learning, “The Intrusion of White Families Into Bilingual Schools," acknowledges the impact of rapidly changing demographic
Letter: Discussions of American Citizenship and Belonging Must Include Native Populations :: Radio Atlantic : Who Gets to Be American? In a recent episode of Radio Atlantic , three second-generation immigrants—Priscilla Alvarez, Matt Thompson, and Alex Wagner—discussed America’s history with immigration and its immigration politics today. I just listened to your “Who Gets to Be American" show, and I loved it. I would be curious to see you engage in the same conversation in the context of
Life-size paper tribute hails Suffragette icons and celebrates 100 years of women's' right to vote :: Trailblazing women who successfully fought for the right to vote have been honoured in a life-size paper tribute handcrafted to mark 100 years of women's suffrage.
Life-size paper tribute hails Suffragette icons and celebrates 100 years of women's' right to vote :: Trailblazing women who successfully fought for the right to vote have been honoured in a life-size paper tribute handcrafted to mark 100 years of women's suffrage.
Liftoff! Falcon Heavy er i luften – stil spørgsmål til DTU Space :: Efter flere års forsinkelse har Elon Musks rumfartsselskab SpaceX i aften klokken 21:45 sendt verden største raket – Falcon Heavy – til vejrs.
Liftoff! Falcon Heavy er i luften – stil spørgsmål til DTU Space :: Efter flere års forsinkelse har Elon Musks rumfartsselskab SpaceX i aften klokken 21:45 sendt verden største raket – Falcon Heavy – til vejrs.
Light controls two-atom quantum computation :: Scientists have demonstrated mathematical operations with a quantum gate between two trapped atoms that is mediated by photons.
Light controls two-atom quantum computation :: Some powerful rulers of the world may dream of the possibility to get in touch with their colleagues on different continents unnoticed by friends or foes. Someday, new quantum technologies could allow for making these wishes come true. Physicists around the world are working on the realization of large scale quantum networks in which single light quanta transfer (secret) quantum information to sta
Light switch: Porous polymer films with shape memory :: Whether for separation processes, photovoltaics, catalysis, or electronics, porous polymer membranes are needed in many fields. Membranes with micropores that switch between different shapes and/or sizes would expand the possibilities. Scientists have now introduced a process that produces porous films made from shape memory polymers with precise dimensions. The shape and size of the pores can be
Light switch: Porous polymer films with shape memory :: Whether for separation processes, photovoltaics, catalysis, or electronics, porous polymer membranes are needed in many fields. Membranes with micropores that switch between different shapes and/or sizes would expand the possibilities. Scientists have now introduced a process that produces porous films made from shape memory polymers with precise dimensions. The shape and size of the pores can be
Linguists Discover Previously Unidentified Language In Malaysia :: Swedish researchers were studying one rare language in Southeast Asia, when they discovered a group of 280 resettled people speaking a different language, never observed or documented before. (Image credit: Niclas Burenhult/Lund University)
Liquid crystal molecules form nano rings :: At DESY's X-ray source PETRA III, scientists have investigated an intriguing form of self-assembly in liquid crystals: When the liquid crystals are filled into cylindrical nanopores and heated, their molecules form ordered rings as they cool—a condition that otherwise does not occur naturally in the material. This behavior enables nanomaterials with new optical and electrical properties, as the te
Liquid crystal molecules form nano rings :: At DESY's X-ray source PETRA III, scientists have investigated an intriguing form of self-assembly in liquid crystals: When the liquid crystals are filled into cylindrical nanopores and heated, their molecules form ordered rings as they cool — a condition that otherwise does not naturally occur in the material. This behavior allows nanomaterials with new optical and electrical properties, as the
Liquid crystal molecules form nano rings :: At DESY's X-ray source PETRA III, scientists have investigated an intriguing form of self-assembly in liquid crystals: When the liquid crystals are filled into cylindrical nanopores and heated, their molecules form ordered rings as they cool — a condition that otherwise does not naturally occur in the material. This behavior allows nanomaterials with new optical and electrical properties, as the
Liquid crystal molecules form nano rings :: Scientists have investigated an intriguing form of self-assembly in liquid crystals: When the liquid crystals are filled into cylindrical nanopores and heated, their molecules form ordered rings as they cool — a condition that otherwise does not naturally occur in the material. This behavior allows nanomaterials with new optical and electrical properties.
Liquid crystal molecules form nano rings :: Scientists have investigated an intriguing form of self-assembly in liquid crystals: When the liquid crystals are filled into cylindrical nanopores and heated, their molecules form ordered rings as they cool — a condition that otherwise does not naturally occur in the material. This behavior allows nanomaterials with new optical and electrical properties.
Lithium — it's not just for batteries: It can also reduce instabilities in fusion plasmas :: Scientists have found that lithium powder can eliminate instabilities known as edge-localized modes (ELMs) when used to coat a tungsten plasma-facing component called the 'divertor.'
Lithium — it's not just for batteries: It can also reduce instabilities in fusion plasmas :: Scientists have found that lithium powder can eliminate instabilities known as edge-localized modes (ELMs) when used to coat a tungsten plasma-facing component called the 'divertor.'
Lithium — it's not just for batteries: It can also reduce instabilities in fusion plasmas :: Scientists have found that lithium powder can eliminate instabilities known as edge-localized modes (ELMs) when used to coat a tungsten plasma-facing component called the 'divertor.'
Lithium—it's not just for batteries: The powdered metal can reduce instabilities in fusion plasmas :: You may be most familiar with the element lithium as an integral component of your smart phone's battery, but the element also plays a role in the development of clean fusion energy. When used on tungsten surfaces in fusion devices, lithium can reduce periodic instabilities in plasma that can damage the reactor walls, scientists have found.
Lithium—it's not just for batteries: The powdered metal can reduce instabilities in fusion plasmas :: You may be most familiar with the element lithium as an integral component of your smart phone's battery, but the element also plays a role in the development of clean fusion energy. When used on tungsten surfaces in fusion devices, lithium can reduce periodic instabilities in plasma that can damage the reactor walls, scientists have found.
Liver cancer: New system matches genetic anomalies with precision medicine treatments :: Computer scientists have developed a new system to rapidly determine which cancer drugs are likely to work best given genetic markers for a patent — the first publicly available system of its kind. This will allow doctors to better access data linking genetic factors and treatment results spread among hundreds of academic journals.
Liver cancer: New system matches genetic anomalies with precision medicine treatments :: Computer scientists have developed a new system to rapidly determine which cancer drugs are likely to work best given genetic markers for a patent — the first publicly available system of its kind. This will allow doctors to better access data linking genetic factors and treatment results spread among hundreds of academic journals.
Long-term economic impact of cover crops :: Researchers have examined data from the past 29 years to determine whether it is profitable to include cover crops in an erosion management strategy. They found that while cover crops can cut into profitability over the short term, there are a number of benefits over long-term adoption.
Long-term usage of inhaled corticosteroids may increase risk of bone fractures in patients with COPD :: A study published in the February journal CHEST® suggests long-term inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) in patients with COPD may increase risk of bone fractures in both men and women. Previous studies have suggested that ICS negatively impacts bone mineral density in a dose-dependent fashion, particularly affecting postmenopausal women, but it has been unclear whether these effects translate to bone fr
Look at me: why attention-seeking is the defining need of our times :: The urge to belong is universal. So would a better understanding of it help tackle loneliness – and explain why stalkers, spree killers and jihadists turn their pain on others? There is a famous Jewish mother joke. You’ve heard it before. Question: How many Jewish mothers does it take to change a lightbulb? Answer: “Ah no, I’ll just sit in the dark. Don’t worry about me." It’s funny, at least the
Looking Beyond Chief Wahoo :: Last week, the Cleveland Indians announced that beginning in 2019 they would no longer use the red-faced Chief Wahoo logo on their hats and uniforms. They would continue to wear the image for one more season, and they would keep selling merchandise bearing the Native American cartoon (at least in part to maintain their copyright ), but the most controversial insignia in sports was otherwise being
Looking Beyond Chief Wahoo :: Last week, the Cleveland Indians announced that beginning in 2019 they would no longer use the red-faced Chief Wahoo logo on their hats and uniforms. They would continue to wear the image for one more season, and they would keep selling merchandise bearing the Native American cartoon (at least in part to maintain their copyright ), but the most controversial insignia in sports was otherwise being
Los Angeles Times sold to local billionaire for $500 million (Update) :: A billionaire doctor struck a $500 million deal Wednesday to buy the Los Angeles Times, ending the paper's quarrelsome relationship with its Chicago-based corporate overseers and bringing it under local ownership for the first time in 18 years.
Love actually: Computer model may decode Facebook emoticons :: While the trusty 'like' button is still the most popular way to signal approval for Facebook posts, a computer model may help users and businesses navigate the increasingly complicated way people are expressing how they feel on social media, according to Penn State researchers.
Love actually: Computer model may decode Facebook emoticons :: While the trusty 'like' button is still the most popular way to signal approval for Facebook posts, a computer model may help users and businesses navigate the increasingly complicated way people are expressing how they feel on social media, according to Penn State researchers.
Love actually: Computer model may decode Facebook emoticons :: While the trusty 'like' button is still the most popular way to signal approval for Facebook posts, a computer model may help users and businesses navigate the increasingly complicated way people are expressing how they feel on social media.
Love actually: Computer model may decode Facebook emoticons :: While the trusty 'like' button is still the most popular way to signal approval for Facebook posts, a computer model may help users and businesses navigate the increasingly complicated way people are expressing how they feel on social media.
Loved one's death could spur aggressive measures against breast cancer :: A woman's memories of a loved one's experience with cancer could play a significant role in how she approaches breast cancer prevention in her own life, a new study has found.
Lovgivning spænder ben for samarbejde inden for psykiatrien :: Det ville være nemmere, hvis det tværsektorielle samarbejde kunne tage udgangspunkt i borgerens behov frem for lovgivningen, der kræver et klart myndighedsansvar uden vekslen, mener ledere fra Psykiatriens Hus i Silkeborg.
Lægeformand vil have præcise tal om læringselementet i STPS :: Det øgede læringselement i Styrelsen for Patientsikkerhed fra 10 til 25 pct. fik Lægeforeningen til at bakke op om ministerens otte tiltag om mere tillid. Hvis stigningen primært skyldes styrelsessplit, mener lægeformand, at Lægeforeningen har forholdt sig til et forslag på falske præmisser.
Lægeformand vil have præcise tal om læringselementet i STPS :: Det øgede læringselement i Styrelsen for Patientsikkerhed fra 10 til 25 pct. fik Lægeforeningen til at bakke op om ministerens otte tiltag om mere tillid. Hvis stigningen primært skyldes styrelsessplit, mener lægeformand, at Lægeforeningen har forholdt sig til et forslag på falske præmisser.
Læger flygter fra psykiatrihospital i Risskov :: Syv overlæger har forladt Psykiatrisk Hospital Risskov, fordi de føler vagtplanen er for presset og ikke kan stå inde for fagligheden. Psykiatriledelsen tager individuelle møder med lægerne.
Læger flygter fra psykiatrihospital i Risskov :: Syv overlæger har forladt Psykiatrisk Hospital Risskov, fordi de føler vagtplanen er for presset og ikke kan stå inde for fagligheden. Psykiatriledelsen tager individuelle møder med lægerne.
Læger vil være med til at gennemgå politianmeldelser :: Ekspertlæger bør deltage i gennemgang af politianmeldelser, mener Lægeforeningen.
Macromolecular machines for controlled drug delivery :: Researchers have demonstrated the design and synthesis of a smart globular macromolecular machine vehicle for actively controlled cancer drug delivery, which would enhance the drug's efficacy.
Magnetic brain stimulation alters negative emotion perception :: A new study published in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging reports that processing of negative emotion can be strengthened or weakened by tuning the excitability of the right frontal part of the brain.
Magnetic brain stimulation alters negative emotion perception :: A new study published in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging reports that processing of negative emotion can be strengthened or weakened by tuning the excitability of the right frontal part of the brain.
Magnetic brain stimulation alters negative emotion perception :: A new study reports that processing of negative emotion can be strengthened or weakened by tuning the excitability of the right frontal part of the brain.
Magnetic brain stimulation alters negative emotion perception :: A new study reports that processing of negative emotion can be strengthened or weakened by tuning the excitability of the right frontal part of the brain.
Magnetic trick triples the power of SLAC's X-ray laser :: Scientists at the Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory have discovered a way to triple the amount of power generated by the world's most powerful X-ray laser. The new technique, developed at SLAC's Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS), will enable researchers to observe the atomic structure of molecules and ultrafast chemical processes that were previously undetectable at the
Making a good thing better: An acid test that won't drown in water :: Near-infrared cyanine dyes are go-to tools for studying the inner workings of cells and investigating the biochemistry of disease, including cancer.
Making a good thing better: An acid test that won't drown in water :: Near-infrared cyanine dyes are go-to tools for studying the inner workings of cells and investigating the biochemistry of disease, including cancer.
Making Space Food With Space Poop :: One of the difficult aspects of getting humans to Mars is the need to bring food. Researchers are experimenting with a way to make edible "microbial goo" with help from human waste. (Image credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
Male susceptibility to autism linked to male hormones in early-stage brain development :: Exposure to androgens (male hormones) during brain development alters genes related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a new study published in Biological Psychiatry. Using male human cells, researchers at the University of Strasbourg, France, identified key genes that are regulated by testosterone and that contribute to the risk for autism, generating important insight into how male
Male susceptibility to autism linked to male hormones in early-stage brain development :: Exposure to androgens (male hormones) during brain development alters genes related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a new study. Using male human cells, researchers identified key genes that are regulated by testosterone and that contribute to the risk for autism, generating important insight into how male hormones might contribute to the increased male susceptibility to ASD.
Manglende sikkerhedssystem spøger igen i amerikansk togulykke :: Amerikanske togselskaber bliver igen kritiseret for manglende sikkerhed, efter at et passagertog i weekenden kolliderede med et godstog i delstaten South Carolina.
Many epilepsy patients take drug combinations that interact :: In an Epilepsia analysis of 2008-2010 Medicare claims data, one in four older Americans with new-onset epilepsy and more than one-third with prevalent epilepsy received a combination of antiepileptic drugs and non-epilepsy drugs that could interact to alter the effectiveness of the non-epilepsy drugs. Also, more than 1 in 5 patients received a drug combination that could alter the effect of the an
Mapping the first family tree for tropical forests :: More than 100 researchers have collaborated to classify the world's tropical forests according to their evolutionary history, a process that will help researchers predict the resilience or susceptibility of different forests to global environmental changes.
Mapping the first family tree for tropical forests :: More than 100 researchers have collaborated to classify the world's tropical forests according to their evolutionary history, a process that will help researchers predict the resilience or susceptibility of different forests to global environmental changes.
Mapping the Maya: Laser technology reveals secrets of ancient civilization :: The Maya civilization began to emerge about 3,000 years ago, and reached its peak during the Classic Period, from about A.D. 250-900. Now, technology called LiDAR (light detection and ranging) has uncovered thousands of new Maya structures previously undetected beneath smothering vegetation.
Mapping the Maya: Laser technology reveals secrets of ancient civilization :: The Maya civilization began to emerge about 3,000 years ago, and reached its peak during the Classic Period, from about A.D. 250-900. Now, technology called LiDAR (light detection and ranging) has uncovered thousands of new Maya structures previously undetected beneath smothering vegetation.
Massive reserves of mercury hidden in permafrost :: Researchers have discovered permafrost in the northern hemisphere stores massive amounts of natural mercury, a finding with significant implications for human health and ecosystems worldwide.
Matchmaking for cancer care :: Computer scientists from the University of Delaware and Georgetown University have developed a new system to rapidly determine which cancer drugs are likely to work best given genetic markers for a patent — the first publicly available system of its kind. This will allow doctors to better access data linking genetic factors and treatment results spread among hundreds of academic journals. This is
Matchmaking for cancer care :: Computer scientists from the University of Delaware and Georgetown University have developed a new system to rapidly determine which cancer drugs are likely to work best given genetic markers for a patent — the first publicly available system of its kind. This will allow doctors to better access data linking genetic factors and treatment results spread among hundreds of academic journals. This is
Matematikere kommer vikingehistorikere til hjælp :: Netværksanalyse af en gammel tekst om et berømt slag i 1014 giver ny indsigt om afslutningen af vikingernes herredømme i Irland.
Material gradients could strengthen polymer components :: Combining flexible and stiff materials has bestowed bamboo with a strength-to-weight ratio that rivals steel. Gradually transitioning from a soft to hard substance allows the squishy squid to slice up prey with rigid, scissor-like beaks.
Material gradients could strengthen polymer components :: Combining flexible and stiff materials has bestowed bamboo with a strength-to-weight ratio that rivals steel. Gradually transitioning from a soft to hard substance allows the squishy squid to slice up prey with rigid, scissor-like beaks.
Materials mystery key to next-generation electronic devices solved :: Scientists have provided evidence of a hole gas coexisting with two-dimensional electron gas. They designed an ultrathin material, known as a thin film structure, specifically for this research.
Mathematicians work to expand their new pictorial mathematical language into other areas :: A picture is worth 1,000 words, the saying goes, but a group of Harvard-based scientists is hoping that it may also be worth the same number of equations.
Mathematicians work to expand their new pictorial mathematical language into other areas :: A picture is worth 1,000 words, the saying goes, but a group of Harvard-based scientists is hoping that it may also be worth the same number of equations.
Mathematics explains why Crispr-Cas9 sometimes cuts the wrong DNA :: The discovery of the Cas9 protein has simplified gene editing, and may even make it possible to eliminate many hereditary diseases in the near future. Using Cas9, researchers have the ability to cut DNA in a cell to correct mutated genes, or paste new pieces of genetic material into the newly opened spot. Initially, the Crispr-Cas9 system seemed to be extremely accurate. However, it is now apparen
Mathematics pushes innovation in 4-D printing :: New mathematical results will provide a potential breakthrough in the design and the fabrication of the next generation of morphable materials.
Matter: This Mutant Crayfish Clones Itself, and It’s Taking Over Europe :: Every marbled crayfish is a female clone. The population is exploding in Europe, but the species seems to have originated in the American Southeast.
Matter: This Mutant Crayfish Clones Itself, and It’s Taking Over Europe :: Every marbled crayfish is a female clone. The population is exploding in Europe, but the species seems to have originated in the American Southeast.
Measuring the temperature of two-dimensional materials at the atomic level :: Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago describe a new technique for precisely measuring the temperature and behavior of new two-dimensional materials that will allow engineers to design smaller and faster microprocessors. Their findings are reported in the journal Physical Review Letters.
Mecha vs. Kaiju: The Epic Throwdown :: mecha From Japanese メカ (meka) , from an abbreviation of the English mechanical (anime, manga) A large armoured robot on legs, typically controlled by a pilot seated inside kaiju From Japanese 怪獣 (かいじゅう, kaijū) , from Middle Chinese 怪 (kwɛ̀j, “strange, fantastic") +‎ 獸 (ʃùw, “beast") (compare Mandarin 怪兽 (guàishòu) ) A giant monster, particularly such as those common to Japanese science fiction fi
Mecha vs. Kaiju: The Epic Throwdown :: mecha From Japanese メカ (meka) , from an abbreviation of the English mechanical (anime, manga) A large armoured robot on legs, typically controlled by a pilot seated inside kaiju From Japanese 怪獣 (かいじゅう, kaijū) , from Middle Chinese 怪 (kwɛ̀j, “strange, fantastic") +‎ 獸 (ʃùw, “beast") (compare Mandarin 怪兽 (guàishòu) ) A giant monster, particularly such as those common to Japanese science fiction fi
Medicinsk Enhed på Hvidovre Hospital får ny ledende overlæge :: I midten af februar tiltræder Steen Andersen som ledende overlæge på Medicinsk Enhed. En stilling han ser frem til at påbegynde.
Meditation has limited role in making you a better person, says study :: New research has suggested meditation's role in making individuals better people is limited.
Meditation has limited role in making you a better person, says study :: New research has suggested meditation's role in making individuals better people is limited.
Microplastics: No small problem for filter-feeding ocean giants :: Plastic pollution has recently gained increasing attention for its effects on marine mammals, fish and birds. However, it is still not fully understood to what extent small pieces of plastic, known as microplastics, impact marine life and ecosystems.
Microplastics: No small problem for filter-feeding ocean giants :: Plastic pollution has recently gained increasing attention for its effects on marine mammals, fish and birds. However, it is still not fully understood to what extent small pieces of plastic, known as microplastics, impact marine life and ecosystems.
Microscope enables researchers to control motion within living cells :: Simple motion inside biological cells, such as the streaming of cytoplasm—the liquid cell interior—is widely believed to be essential for cells and the development of complex organisms. But due to the lack of suitable tools, this intracellular motion could so far not be tested as hypothesized. Now, a team of researchers from the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
Microscope enables researchers to control motion within living cells :: Simple motion inside biological cells, such as the streaming of cytoplasm—the liquid cell interior—is widely believed to be essential for cells and the development of complex organisms. But due to the lack of suitable tools, this intracellular motion could so far not be tested as hypothesized. Now, a team of researchers from the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
Microsoft, IBM Facial Analyses Struggle With Race and Gender :: Study finds that facial-recognition services from Microsoft and IBM are significantly more accurate for men than women and for whites than blacks, adding to concerns about bias in artificial intelligence.
Miljøjournalist: MRSA-rapport kan blokere for svinefarme :: Dansk forskning viser øget risiko for svine-MRSA jo tættere man bor på en svinefarm – også for folk uden dyrekontakt. Nu kan borgergrupper måske bruge det som skyts til at stoppe nye svinefarme.
Miljøjournalist: MRSA-rapport kan blokere for svinefarme :: Dansk forskning viser øget risiko for svine-MRSA jo tættere man bor på en svinefarm – også for folk uden dyrekontakt. Nu kan borgergrupper måske bruge det som skyts til at stoppe nye svinefarme.
Mind-controlling molecules from wasp venom could someday help Parkinson's patients :: After being stung by a parasitic wasp, the American cockroach loses control of its behavior, becoming host to the wasp's egg. Days later, the hatchling consumes the cockroach alive. While this is a gruesome process for the cockroach, scientists now report in ACS' journal Biochemistry the discovery of a new family of peptides in the wasp's venom that could be key to controlling roach minds, and mig
Mind-controlling molecules from wasp venom could someday help Parkinson's patients :: After being stung by a parasitic wasp, the American cockroach loses control of its behavior, becoming host to the wasp's egg. Days later, the hatchling consumes the cockroach alive. While this is a gruesome process for the cockroach, scientists now report in ACS' journal Biochemistry the discovery of a new family of peptides in the wasp's venom that could be key to controlling roach minds, and mig
Mind-controlling molecules from wasp venom could someday help Parkinson's patients :: After being stung by a parasitic wasp, the American cockroach loses control of its behavior, becoming host to the wasp's egg. Days later, the hatchling consumes the cockroach alive. While this is a gruesome process for the cockroach, scientists now report the discovery of a new family of peptides in the wasp's venom that could be key to controlling roach minds, and might even help researchers deve
Mistake in fisheries statistics shows false increase in catches :: Countries' improvements to their fisheries statistics have been contributing to the false impression that humanity is getting more and more fish from the ocean when, in reality, global marine catches have been declining on average by around 1.2 million tonnes per year since 1996.
Mixed-use developments may actually reduce housing affordability, social diversity :: Making the buildings in neighbourhoods more diverse through mixed residential and commercial developments also makes it too expensive for many people to live in, according to a study from the University of Waterloo.
Mixed-use developments may actually reduce housing affordability, social diversity :: Making the buildings in neighbourhoods more diverse through mixed residential and commercial developments also makes it too expensive for many people to live in.
Mixed-use developments may actually reduce housing affordability, social diversity :: Making the buildings in neighbourhoods more diverse through mixed residential and commercial developments also makes it too expensive for many people to live in.
Mobning og hån er hverdag blandt læger og sygeplejersker :: Mobning og hån er hverdag blandt læger og sygeplejersker Læger og sygeplejersker håner,…
Moffitt researchers identify new target to reduce risk of GVHD :: Moffitt Cancer Center researchers are trying to identify new drug targets to reduce the risk of GVHD. Their new study, published last week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, shows a drug that targets the protein JAK2 may reduce the risk of GVHD.
Molecular weapons of the plant microbiome :: Researchers have pinpointed the identity of a toxin used by a soil-dwelling bacterium that protects plants from disease.
Monitoring solar activity :: Living near a star is risky business, and positioning a spacecraft near the sun is a very good way to observe rapidly changing solar activity and deliver early warning of possibly harmful space weather. ESA is now looking at doing just that.
Moon's slow retreat from frozen Earth :: Researchers provide new insight into the moon's excessive equatorial bulge, a feature that solidified in place over four billion years ago as the moon gradually distanced itself from the Earth.
Moon's slow retreat from frozen Earth :: Researchers provide new insight into the moon's excessive equatorial bulge, a feature that solidified in place over four billion years ago as the moon gradually distanced itself from the Earth.
More prosperous teachers have no impact on the quality of education :: More than 60% of the national education budget in Indonesia is used to improve teachers' welfare. The budget is used in almost one hundred percent of all regions in the country. However, raising salaries and providing teacher allowances do not necessarily improve the quality of learning or the number of school graduates.
More robust listeria risk assessment by including heat-injured cells :: Developing assessment models that more accurately predict the risk of Listeria contamination, particularly with regard to heat-injured cells, will help food manufacturers enhance food safety protocols—and protect consumers from foodborne pathogens.
More work is needed to determine appropriate drug doses for children :: Children should not be considered 'small adults' when it comes to prescribing medications, but it can be difficult to determine the right dosage of a particular drug for young patients.
Mouse study reveals what happens in the gut after too much fructose :: Princeton University researchers report that in mice, fructose, a sugar found in fruit, is processed mainly in the small intestine, not in the liver as had previously been suspected. Sugary drinks and processed high-sugar foods overwhelm the small intestine and spill into the liver for processing. Additionally, the authors learned that the ability of the small intestine to process fructose is high
Mouse study reveals what happens in the gut after too much fructose :: Princeton University researchers report that in mice, fructose, a sugar found in fruit, is processed mainly in the small intestine, not in the liver as had previously been suspected. Sugary drinks and processed high-sugar foods overwhelm the small intestine and spill into the liver for processing. Additionally, the authors learned that the ability of the small intestine to process fructose is high
Mouse study reveals what happens in the gut after too much fructose :: Researchers report that in mice, fructose, a sugar found in fruit, is processed mainly in the small intestine, not in the liver as had previously been suspected. Sugary drinks and processed high-sugar foods overwhelm the small intestine and spill into the liver for processing. Additionally, the authors learned that the ability of the small intestine to process fructose is higher after a meal.
Mouse study reveals what happens in the gut after too much fructose :: Researchers report that in mice, fructose, a sugar found in fruit, is processed mainly in the small intestine, not in the liver as had previously been suspected. Sugary drinks and processed high-sugar foods overwhelm the small intestine and spill into the liver for processing. Additionally, the authors learned that the ability of the small intestine to process fructose is higher after a meal.
Multinational companies continue to produce unregulated antibiotics in India :: Millions of unapproved antibiotics are being sold in India, according to a new study by researchers at Queen Mary University of London and Newcastle University.
Multinational companies continue to produce unregulated antibiotics in India :: Millions of unapproved antibiotics are being sold in India, according to a new study.
Multiple ant-like transport of neuronal cargo by motor proteins :: Microtubules are roads made of proteins that extend throughout a cell for motor proteins (carriers) to deliver neuronal cargo packed with many kinds of materials required for cellular activity. The delivery is active along neuronal axons, which function like highways in human societies. Deficits in the supply chain cause neuronal diseases, such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's or Huntington's disease.
Multiple chronic diseases leave patients with adversely high costs :: Current strategies for treating patients with several chronic diseases are putting an unnecessary financial burden on countries' health systems and individuals, a global study has found. Experts say that the current clinical practice of tackling each disease in isolation may lead to the prescription of unnecessary medicines, resulting in patient expenses that are disproportionate to the number of
Multiple chronic diseases leave patients with adversely high costs :: Current strategies for treating patients with several chronic diseases are putting an unnecessary financial burden on countries' health systems and individuals, a global study has found. Experts say that the current clinical practice of tackling each disease in isolation may lead to the prescription of unnecessary medicines, resulting in patient expenses that are disproportionate to the number of
Murray-Darling basin plan fails environment and wastes money – experts :: Scientists and economists condemn squandering of $4bn on projects that have failed to improve the river’s health A group of prominent scientists and economists have issued a stark warning to the nation’s politicians: the Murray-Darling basin plan is failing to achieve environmental goals and is a “gross waste" of money. The group of seven economists and five scientists with deep expertise in the
Mutant, all-female crayfish spreading rapidly through Europe can clone itself :: Genome study finds the invasive clonal freshwater crayfish is descended from a single female and reproduces without males A voracious pest that mutated in a German aquarium and is marching around the world without the need for sexual reproduction may sound like science fiction, but a genetic study has revealed that a rapidly spreading all-female army of crayfish is descended from a single female
MyMedLab Offers Expensive, Useless, Nonstandard Lab Tests :: Direct to consumer lab testing is good marketing but not good medicine. For instance, there is no reason to spend $199 to measure glyphosate levels in your blood.
MyMedLab Offers Expensive, Useless, Nonstandard Lab Tests :: Direct to consumer lab testing is good marketing but not good medicine. For instance, there is no reason to spend $199 to measure glyphosate levels in your blood.
Myndigheder i vildrede: Ingen ved, om Condotte er ude af kontrakt på Storstrømsbro :: Trods bombastiske politiske udmeldinger kan den konkurstruede italienske entreprenørvirksomhed Condotte måske stadig nå at komme med på byggeriet af Storstrømsbroen.
Myndigheder i vildrede: Ingen ved, om Condotte er ude af kontrakt på Storstrømsbro :: Trods bombastiske politiske udmeldinger kan den konkurstruede italienske entreprenørvirksomhed Condotte måske stadig nå at komme med på byggeriet af Storstrømsbroen.
Mystery Behind Mass Grave of Viking Warriors Finally Solved :: The Vikings' dining choices – that is, chowing down on fish – caused scientists to make a radiocarbon- dating blunder.
Mød manden bag genbrugsraketterne og bilen i rummet :: Elon Musk har skabt Tesla og SpaceX, der har sendt en bil mod Mars. Se med, da DR mødte ham i 2015.
Mød Scott Kelly: Jagerpiloten der tilbragte et år på rumstationen :: Ingeniøren har mødt NASA-astronaut Scott Kelly, som har prøvet mere end de fleste. Han har siddet på den buldrende affyringsrampe som pilot på rumfærgen, tilbragt et år i træk på rumstationen og hængt i en line på rumvandring. Hør ham fortælle om jagten på udfordringer og om nogle af de vildeste øjeblikke.
Nano-claw snatches bacteria from blood like tiny Venus flytrap :: Inspired by the Venus flytrap, a minuscule claw can grab pathogens from diseased blood and may prove useful against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Nano-claw snatches bacteria from blood like tiny Venus flytrap :: Inspired by the Venus flytrap, a minuscule claw can grab pathogens from diseased blood and may prove useful against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
NASA finds wind shear tearing Tropical Cyclone Cebile apart :: NASA's Aqua satellite passed over the Southern Pacific Ocean and found that wind shear was adversely affecting Tropical Cyclone Cebile.
NASA finds wind shear tearing Tropical Cyclone Cebile apart :: NASA's Aqua satellite passed over the Southern Pacific Ocean and found that wind shear was adversely affecting Tropical Cyclone Cebile.
NASA finds wind shear tearing Tropical Cyclone Cebile apart :: NASA's Aqua satellite passed over the Southern Pacific Ocean and found that wind shear was adversely affecting Tropical Cyclone Cebile.
NASA finds wind shear tearing Tropical Cyclone Cebile apart :: NASA's Aqua satellite passed over the Southern Pacific Ocean and found that wind shear was adversely affecting Tropical Cyclone Cebile.
NASA Should Start Funding SETI Again :: The search for extraterrestrial intelligence should be a part of the agency’s Astrobiology mission—but thanks to a 1992 law, it’s not — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
NASA technology to help locate electromagnetic counterparts of gravitational waves :: A compact detector technology applicable to all types of cross-disciplinary scientific investigations has found a home on a new CubeSat mission designed to find the electromagnetic counterparts of events that generate gravitational waves.
NASA technology to help locate electromagnetic counterparts of gravitational waves :: A compact detector technology applicable to all types of cross-disciplinary scientific investigations has found a home on a new CubeSat mission designed to find the electromagnetic counterparts of events that generate gravitational waves.
NASA tests atomic clock for deep space navigation :: In deep space, accurate timekeeping is vital to navigation, but many spacecraft lack precise timepieces on board. For 20 years, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, has been perfecting a clock. It's not a wristwatch; not something you could buy at a store. It's the Deep Space Atomic Clock (DSAC), an instrument perfect for deep space exploration.
NASA tracks major Tropical Cyclone Cebile in Southern Indian Ocean :: Tropical Cyclone Cebile held onto its status as a major hurricane in the Southern Indian Ocean when NASA's Aqua satellite passed overhead.
NASA’s Proposed Moon Mission Offers Little Value at Astronomical Cost :: Opinion: NASA is looking at sending people back into space. But taxpayer dollars are better spent on unmanned missions.
Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait :: Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait, which in turn is linked to other health issues, finds a Swedish study of owners of the breed, and published online in Vet Record.
Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait :: Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait, which in turn is linked to other health issues, finds a Swedish study of owners of the breed, and published online in Vet Record.
Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait :: Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait, which in turn is linked to other health issues, finds a Swedish study of owners of the breed.
Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait :: Nearly one in three pugs has an abnormal gait, which in turn is linked to other health issues, finds a Swedish study of owners of the breed.
New ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule recommends changes to shingles and MMR vaccines :: The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) released its 2018 Recommended Immunization Schedule for adults with changes to the administration of the herpes zoster and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccines.
New ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule recommends changes to shingles and MMR vaccines :: The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) released its 2018 Recommended Immunization Schedule for adults with changes to the administration of the herpes zoster and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccines.
New algorithm decodes spine oncology treatment :: Experts explain their approach to treating patients who are living longer with cancer that has spread to the spine, as the options for metastatic spine tumors increase.
New alien species invasions still rising globally :: Up to 16 percent of all species on Earth could qualify as potential alien species and if they invade new regions, impacts will be difficult to predict, according to new research involving UCL.
New alien species invasions still rising globally :: Up to 16 percent of all species on Earth could qualify as potential alien species and if they invade new regions, impacts will be difficult to predict.
New alien species invasions still rising globally :: Up to 16% of all species on Earth could qualify as potential alien species and if they invade new regions, impacts will be difficult to predict, according to new research involving UCL.
New analysis proves protein supplements provide significant benefits for weight lifters :: The debate is over. Dietary protein supplements significantly improve muscle strength and size when taken by healthy adults who lift weights, a determination reached by McMaster scientists who analyzed dozens of research studies.
New approach can help authorities respond more quickly to airborne radiological threats :: Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new technique that uses existing technologies to detect potential airborne radiological materials in hours instead of days.
New approach could quickly identify best organic solar cell mixtures :: An international team of researchers has discovered a new quantitative relation that allows for quick identification of promising material combinations for organic solar cells. The discovery could significantly reduce the 'trial and error' aspect of solar cell production by reducing the time spent on finding the most efficient mixtures.
New approach could quickly identify best organic solar cell mixtures :: An international team of researchers has discovered a new quantitative relation that allows for quick identification of promising material combinations for organic solar cells. The discovery could significantly reduce the "trial and error" aspect of solar cell production by reducing the time spent on finding the most efficient mixtures. The research appears in Nature Materials.
New approach could quickly identify best organic solar cell mixtures :: An international team of researchers has discovered a new quantitative relation that allows for quick identification of promising material combinations for organic solar cells. The discovery could significantly reduce the 'trial and error' aspect of solar cell production by reducing the time spent on finding the most efficient mixtures.
New approach reduces immune response to tissue engineered vascular grafts :: Using RNA interference (RNAi) technology to silence an immune-stimulating complex in endothelial cells (EC), the main cellular component of blood vessels, researchers have made it possible to use the plentiful supply of donor ECs instead of a patient's own cells to generate tissue engineered vascular grafts for transplantation.
New compound may stop bacteria from causing sickness :: A new study has described a signaling pathway that affects communication — a process called quorum sensing — between Streptococcus bacteria cells.
New compound may stop bacteria from causing sickness :: A new study has described a signaling pathway that affects communication — a process called quorum sensing — between Streptococcus bacteria cells.
New compound may stop bacteria from causing sickness :: A study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry is the first to describe a signaling pathway that affects communication—a process called quorum sensing—between Streptococcus bacteria cells.
New compound may stop bacteria from causing sickness :: A study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry is the first to describe a signaling pathway that affects communication—a process called quorum sensing—between Streptococcus bacteria cells.
New compound may stop bacteria from causing sickness :: A study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry is the first to describe a signaling pathway that affects communication — a process called quorum sensing — between Streptococcus bacteria cells.
New compound may stop bacteria from causing sickness :: A study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry is the first to describe a signaling pathway that affects communication — a process called quorum sensing — between Streptococcus bacteria cells.
New controls scale quantum chips :: A fundamental barrier to scaling quantum computing machines is "qubit interference." In new research published in Science Advances, engineers and physicists from Rigetti Computing describe a breakthrough that can expand the size of practical quantum processors by reducing interference.
New CRISPR method efficiently corrects DMD defect in heart tissue :: Scientists have developed a CRISPR gene-editing technique that can potentially correct a majority of the 3,000 mutations that cause Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) by making a single cut at strategic points along the patient's DNA, according to a study from UT Southwestern Medical Center.
New CRISPR method efficiently corrects DMD defect in heart tissue :: Scientists have developed a CRISPR gene-editing technique that can potentially correct a majority of the 3,000 mutations that cause Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) by making a single cut at strategic points along the patient's DNA, according to a study from UT Southwestern Medical Center.
New CRISPR method efficiently corrects DMD defect in heart tissue :: Scientists have developed a CRISPR gene-editing technique that can potentially correct a majority of the 3,000 mutations that cause Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) by making a single cut at strategic points along the patient's DNA, according to a study from UT Southwestern Medical Center.
New CRISPR method efficiently corrects DMD defect in heart tissue :: Scientists have developed a CRISPR gene-editing technique that can potentially correct a majority of the 3,000 mutations that cause Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) by making a single cut at strategic points along the patient's DNA, according to a study from UT Southwestern Medical Center.
New CRISPR method efficiently corrects Duchenne muscular dystrophy defect in heart tissue :: Scientists have developed a CRISPR gene-editing technique that can potentially correct a majority of the 3,000 mutations that cause Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) by making a single cut at strategic points along the patient's DNA, according to a new study.
New CRISPR method efficiently corrects Duchenne muscular dystrophy defect in heart tissue :: Scientists have developed a CRISPR gene-editing technique that can potentially correct a majority of the 3,000 mutations that cause Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) by making a single cut at strategic points along the patient's DNA, according to a new study.
New drug therapy could lead to more effective treatment for millions with asthma :: After a four-year study examining more than 6,000 compounds researchers identified a drug (TSG12) that relaxes the muscles and opens the airways in asthma. This drug treatment, which is not toxic in human cells, prevents pulmonary resistance in egg- and dust mite-induced asthma.
New ethics committee aims to help veterinarians navigate complex care situations :: Advances in veterinary technology provide pet owners with an ever-increasing array of treatment options for their pets. However, more options can lead to complex situations and difficult questions about care goals and quality of life that must be navigated by veterinary caregivers and pet owners. Clinicians and researchers from North Carolina State University and Duke University have developed a f
New ethics committee aims to help veterinarians navigate complex care situations :: Clinicians and researchers from North Carolina State University and Duke University have developed a first-of-its-kind veterinary medical ethics committee to aid care providers in navigating complex care situations.
New ethics committee aims to help veterinarians navigate complex care situations :: Clinicians and researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind veterinary medical ethics committee to aid care providers in navigating complex care situations.
New ethics committee aims to help veterinarians navigate complex care situations :: Clinicians and researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind veterinary medical ethics committee to aid care providers in navigating complex care situations.
New evidence shows potential of two drugs to block malaria transmission :: An international team of researchers has shown that two different compounds-one, an older malaria drug, the other a common laboratory dye with known antimalarial properties-can safely and effectively be added to treatment regimens to block transmission of the most common form of malaria in Africa.
New evidence shows potential of two drugs to block malaria transmission :: An international team of researchers has shown that two different compounds-one, an older malaria drug, the other a common laboratory dye with known antimalarial properties-can safely and effectively be added to treatment regimens to block transmission of the most common form of malaria in Africa.
New fuel standards will decrease childhood asthma cases :: A new study quantifies health benefits of new a standard for shipping fuel, finding it will result in a 3.6 percent reduction of childhood asthma globally.
New fuel standards will decrease childhood asthma cases :: New study in Nature Communications quantifies health benefits of new standard for shipping fuel, finding it will result in a 3.6 percent reduction of childhood asthma globally.
New genome-editing method 'cuts back' on unwanted genetic mutations :: Gene therapy can potentially correct genetic disorders by directly editing defective genes. CRISPR-Cas9 is a popular gene-editing technology whose clinical utility is limited by its tendency to produce unintended genetic errors. Researchers centered at Osaka University developed a modified CRISPR-Cas9 system that uses single-stranded nicking, rather than DNA cleavage, to generate highly precise ch
New genome-editing method 'cuts back' on unwanted genetic mutations :: Gene therapy can potentially correct genetic disorders by directly editing defective genes. CRISPR-Cas9 is a popular gene-editing technology whose clinical utility is limited by its tendency to produce unintended genetic errors. Researchers centered at Osaka University developed a modified CRISPR-Cas9 system that uses single-stranded nicking, rather than DNA cleavage, to generate highly precise ch
New genome-editing method 'cuts back' on unwanted genetic mutations :: Gene therapy is an emerging strategy to treat diseases caused by genetic abnormalities. One form of gene therapy involves the direct repair of a defective gene, using genome-editing technology such as CRISPR-Cas9. Despite its therapeutic potential, genome editing can also introduce unwanted and potentially harmful genetic errors that limit its clinical feasibility. In a study published in Genome R
New information about the Flint water crisis :: The Flint Area Community Health and Environment Partnership research team found that the majority of Legionnaires' disease cases that occurred during the 2014-15 outbreak in Genesee County, Mich., can be attributed to the change in of the City of Flint's drinking water supply to the Flint River. The researchers also found that the specific strain of Legionella isolated from Flint residences as par
New insight into the molecular weapons of the plant microbiome :: In a study published in the Feb. 2 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry, researchers at McMaster University in Canada pinpointed the identity of a toxin used by a soil-dwelling bacterium that protects plants from disease.
New insight into the molecular weapons of the plant microbiome :: Like all organisms, plants are associated with bacterial communities in which helpful and harmful bacteria compete for dominance. Among the weaponry of these warring bacteria are molecular syringes that some bacteria can use to inject toxins into others. In a study published in the Feb. 2 issue of the Journal of Biological Chemistry, researchers at McMaster University in Canada pinpointed the iden
New life for endangered coastal lupine :: A rare, coastal flowering plant known as Tidestrom's lupine—threatened by native deer mice that can munch up to three-quarters of its unripe fruits under cover of an invasive beachgrass—has been given a new life with the large-scale removal of that grass, a long-term study shows.
New light shed on antibiotics produced by ants :: Ants, like humans, deal with disease. To deal with the bacteria that cause some of these diseases, some ants produce their own antibiotics. A new comparative study identified some ant species that make use of powerful antimicrobial agents — but found that 40 percent of ant species tested didn't appear to produce antibiotics. The study has applications regarding the search for new antibiotics that
New method enables high-resolution measurements of magnetism :: In a new article, published in Nature Materials, researchers from Beijing, Uppsala and Jülich have made significant progress allowing very high resolution magnetic measurements. With their method it is possible to measure magnetism of individual atomic planes.
New method enables high-resolution measurements of magnetism :: In a new article, published in Nature Materials, researchers from Beijing, Uppsala and Jülich have made significant progress allowing very high resolution magnetic measurements. With their method it is possible to measure magnetism of individual atomic planes.
New method enables high-resolution measurements of magnetism :: In a new article, published in Nature Materials, researchers from Beijing, Uppsala and Jülich have made significant progress allowing very high resolution magnetic measurements. With their method it is possible to measure magnetism of individual atomic planes.
New method enables high-resolution measurements of magnetism :: In a new article, published in Nature Materials, researchers from Beijing, Uppsala and Jülich have made significant progress allowing very high resolution magnetic measurements. With their method it is possible to measure magnetism of individual atomic planes.
New method enables high-resolution measurements of magnetism :: Scientists have made significant progress allowing very high resolution magnetic measurements. With their method it is possible to measure magnetism of individual atomic planes.
New method enables high-resolution measurements of magnetism :: Scientists have made significant progress allowing very high resolution magnetic measurements. With their method it is possible to measure magnetism of individual atomic planes.
New method to manufacture organic solar cells :: The ability to use cheap materials and simple manufacturing methods are two huge advantages of printed organic solar cells. Olle Inganäs, professor at Linköping University, is head of a research group that has now developed an even simpler method to manufacture solar cell modules. The results have been published in the scientific journal npj Flexible Electronics.
New move to act for research assessment reform :: Professor Stephen Curry is calling for research assessment reform. As chair of a new steering committee behind the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), Curry's call to action is bolstered by investments from nine organizations in the US and Europe combined with signatures on the Declaration for each of the UK's seven Research Councils. The news is announced in a World View colu
New NASA space sensors to address key Earth questions :: Why is the Arctic warming faster than the rest of the planet? Does mineral dust warm or cool the atmosphere? NASA has selected two new, creative research proposals to develop small, space-based instruments that will tackle these fundamental questions about our home planet and its environment. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, is a key participant on both instruments.
New NASA space sensors to address key Earth questions :: Why is the Arctic warming faster than the rest of the planet? Does mineral dust warm or cool the atmosphere? NASA has selected two new, creative research proposals to develop small, space-based instruments that will tackle these fundamental questions about our home planet and its environment. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, is a key participant on both instruments.
New research calls for rethink on approach to treating NTDs in urban areas :: New research published today in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, suggests the effectiveness of large-scale distribution of medication (known as Mass Drug Administration or MDA) to treat lymphatic filariasis (LF) in urban areas needs to be re-examined.
New research on why GPs quit patient care :: The research aimed to identify factors influencing GPs' decisions about whether or not to remain in direct patient care, and what might help to retain them in the role.Three reasons emerged: a sense that general practice based primary care was under-valued within the healthcare system; concerns regarding professional risk encountered in delivering care in an increasingly complex health environment
New research reveals plant wonderland inside China's caves :: Exciting new data on cave flora has been published today in PLOS ONE in a paper by researchers from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the Guangxi Institute of Botany in China.
New research reveals plant wonderland inside China's caves :: Over five years (2009-2014) researchers have delved into the depths of some of China's most unexplored and unknown caves in the largest ever study on cave floras. Surveying over 60 caves in the Guangxi, Guizhou and Yunnan regions, they were able to assess the vascular plant diversity of cave flora in more detail than ever before.
New research reveals plant wonderland inside China's caves :: SW China previously unexplored caves contain 418 vascular plants. Thirty-one of the species documented are known only from caves. Habitat threatened from tourism, agriculture and mining. Photosynthesis possible at lower light levels than previously documented.
New research suggests your immune system can protect against MRSA infections :: After years of investigation, researchers at Johns Hopkins, the University of California, Davis, and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases have discovered how the immune system might protect a person from recurrent bacterial skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus (staph).
New research will help beef industry increase sustainability :: Researchers at the University of Arkansas are conducting a lifecycle analysis of the beef industry—an in-depth look at all the factors that go into producing beef products—in order to identify ways the industry can increase sustainability and to assess how much the industry has improved over the past decade.
New results point out the need to modify the current strategy for yaws eradication :: An international collaboration led by ISGlobal provides new evidence that will help improve the current WHO strategy to eradicate yaws. It concludes that eradication will require more than a single round of mass drug treatment in order to capture those absent during the first round; that a bigger geographical area needs to be targeted in order to prevent imported cases; and that drug resistance mo
New studies of clay formation provide clues about early Martian climate :: New research published in Nature Astronomy seeks to understand how surface clay was formed on Mars despite its cold climate.
New studies of clay formation provide clues about early Martian climate :: New research published in Nature Astronomy seeks to understand how surface clay was formed on Mars despite its cold climate.
New study by Ben-Gurion Univerisity researchers shows female physician bias in ICU admissions :: According to the findings, female physicians admitted approximately 20 percent fewer of their female patients to the ICU than did male physicians, and 12 percent fewer female patients than male patients to the intensive cardiac care unit.
New study sheds light on Moon's slow retreat from frozen Earth :: A study led by University of Colorado Boulder researchers provides new insight into the Moon's excessive equatorial bulge, a feature that solidified in place over four billion years ago as the Moon gradually distanced itself from the Earth.
New study sheds light on Moon's slow retreat from frozen Earth :: A study led by University of Colorado Boulder researchers provides new insight into the Moon's excessive equatorial bulge, a feature that solidified in place over four billion years ago as the Moon gradually distanced itself from the Earth.
New study sheds light on moon's slow retreat from frozen Earth :: A study led by University of Colorado Boulder researchers provides new insight into the moon's excessive equatorial bulge, a feature that solidified in place over four billion years ago as the moon gradually distanced itself from the Earth.
New study sheds light on moon's slow retreat from frozen Earth :: A study led by University of Colorado Boulder researchers provides new insight into the moon's excessive equatorial bulge, a feature that solidified in place over four billion years ago as the moon gradually distanced itself from the Earth.
New study sheds light on the the dark side of Hong Kong's most lucrative seafood trade :: Hong Kong is the global hub for the more than USD 1 billion Live Reef Food Fish Trade (LRFFT), much of it unreported and unregulated with serious consequences for vulnerable species, food security and livelihoods in Southeast Asia.
New study sheds light on the the dark side of Hong Kong's most lucrative seafood trade :: Hong Kong is the global hub for the more than USD 1 billion Live Reef Food Fish Trade (LRFFT), much of it unreported and unregulated with serious consequences for vulnerable species, food security and livelihoods in Southeast Asia.
New study sheds light on the the dark side of Hong Kong's most lucrative seafood trade :: Hong Kong is the global hub for the more than USD 1 billion Live Reef Food Fish Trade (LRFFT), much of it unreported and unregulated with serious consequences for vulnerable species, food security and livelihoods in Southeast Asia.
New study underscores tuberculosis risk for working elephants :: Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers recently found approximately 17 percent of working African elephants at several Zimbabwe ecotourism facilities tested positive for tuberculosis antibodies. The findings are a red flag for researchers as infected elephants potentially can pass the disease on to humans and other species with which they come in contact, including wild elephants.
New study underscores tuberculosis risk for working elephants :: Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers recently found approximately 17 percent of working African elephants at several Zimbabwe ecotourism facilities tested positive for tuberculosis antibodies. The findings are a red flag for researchers as infected elephants potentially can pass the disease on to humans and other species with which they come in contact, including wild elephants.
New study underscores tuberculosis risk for working elephants :: Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers recently found approximately 17 percent of working African elephants at several Zimbabwe ecotourism facilities tested positive for tuberculosis antibodies. The findings are a red flag for researchers as infected elephants potentially can pass the disease on to humans and other species with which they come in contact, including wild elephants.
New study underscores tuberculosis risk for working elephants :: Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers recently found approximately 17 percent of working African elephants at several Zimbabwe ecotourism facilities tested positive for tuberculosis antibodies. The findings are a red flag for researchers as infected elephants potentially can pass the disease on to humans and other species with which they come in contact, including wild elephants.
New tech for controlling genetic inheritance and genome engineering :: In 2015, biologists developed a breakthrough technology known as "active genetics," which results in parents transmitting a genetic trait to most of their offspring (instead of 50 percent receiving the trait under standard inheritance). Immediate targets of active genetics included gene-drive systems for immunizing mosquitoes against vector borne diseases such as malaria. Researchers also proposed
New tech for controlling genetic inheritance and genome engineering :: In 2015, biologists developed a breakthrough technology known as "active genetics," which results in parents transmitting a genetic trait to most of their offspring (instead of 50 percent receiving the trait under standard inheritance). Immediate targets of active genetics included gene-drive systems for immunizing mosquitoes against vector borne diseases such as malaria. Researchers also proposed
New technique boosts eyewitness recall :: New research from a memory expert at James Cook University in Australia shows there may be a simple way to help eyewitnesses of crimes remember more about what they have seen.
New technology could reduce spread of antibiotic resistance genes through compost :: Scientists at the University of York have found a way to remove antibiotic resistant genes from industrial compost, which could prevent them entering the food chain.
New technology for accelerated wound healing discovered :: Researchers at Uppsala University and SLU have found a new way of accelerating wound healing. The technology and the mode of action method published in the highly ranked journal PNAS involves using lactic acid bacteria as vectors to produce and deliver a human chemokine on site in the wounds. The research group is the first in the world to have developed the concept for topical use and the technol
New technology for accelerated wound healing discovered :: Researchers have found a new way of accelerating wound healing. The technology and the mode of action involves using lactic acid bacteria as vectors to produce and deliver a human chemokine on site in the wounds. The research group is the first in the world to have developed the concept for topical use and the technology could turn out to be disruptive to the field of biologic drugs.
New technology for accelerated wound healing discovered :: Researchers have found a new way of accelerating wound healing. The technology and the mode of action involves using lactic acid bacteria as vectors to produce and deliver a human chemokine on site in the wounds. The research group is the first in the world to have developed the concept for topical use and the technology could turn out to be disruptive to the field of biologic drugs.
New 'Tomato Expression Atlas' dives deep into the fruit's flesh :: Researchers have published a spatiotemporal map of gene expression across all tissues and developmental stages of the tomato fruit – the genetic information underlying how a fruit changes from inside to out as it ripens. Their data is available in the new Tomato Expression Atlas (TEA).
New 'Tomato Expression Atlas' dives deep into the fruit's flesh :: From fried green tomatoes to pizza pie, the world savors the tomato across many stages of ripeness, each with its unique qualities. How a fruit ripens has long been an important question for breeders, and the subject of an extensive and fruitful collaboration involving researchers at Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI), Cornell University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
New 'Tomato Expression Atlas' dives deep into the fruit's flesh :: Researchers at BTI, Cornell and USDA published a spatiotemporal map of gene expression across all tissues and developmental stages of the tomato fruit – the genetic information underlying how a fruit changes from inside to out as it ripens. Their data is available in the new Tomato Expression Atlas (TEA).
New use of limited data helps prevent species loss :: A team of researchers have discovered that studying small groups of wildlife and how they share scarce resources in particular environments can be critical to preventing wide-spread species loss.
New use of limited data helps prevent species loss :: A team of researchers have discovered that studying small groups of wildlife and how they share scarce resources in particular environments can be critical to preventing wide-spread species loss.
New York City’s 2018 Regional Brain Bee :: Guest post by Brandon Barrera The battle of the best and brightest of brainiacs from New York City’s greater metropolitan area high schools came to its conclusion this Saturday at the 2018 Regional Brain Bee, held in the Great Hall at the City College of New York. Photo credit: Jacqueline Silberbush The annual neuroscience competition offers curious young minds the opportunity to flex their gray
Newly discovered buildings reveal clues to ancient Egyptian dynasties :: The archaeological excavation of an ancient Egyptian city at Tell Edfu in southern Egypt, led by the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago, has discovered well-preserved settlement remains dating to an important turning point in ancient Egyptian history, when the pharaohs began to renew interest in the provincial regions in the far south of their kingdom.
Newsweek in turmoil as top editorial staff sacked :: The news media group Newsweek was in turmoil this week amid the firing of its top editorial staff, reportedly for investigating the finances of their own company.
Newsweek in turmoil as top editorial staff sacked :: The news media group Newsweek was in turmoil this week amid the firing of its top editorial staff, reportedly for investigating the finances of their own company.
Nigerian cryptocurrency craze unfazed by bitcoin plunge :: While bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have suffered precipitous falls in recent weeks, the units remain popular in Nigeria where they make it easier to do business.
Nissan to invest $9.5 billion in China to drive sales :: Japanese automaker Nissan Motor and its Chinese joint venture partner announced on Monday a $9.5 billion investment plan in China to increase annual sales by one million vehicles and boost electric car production.
No one told Babe Ruth he had cancer, but his death changed the way we fight it :: Health The Great Bambino’s treatment came at a major turning point in medicine. Though doctors' efforts to save him from cancer were ultimately unsuccessful, the record-setting Ruth became a cancer pioneer in the process.
No one told Babe Ruth he had cancer, but his death changed the way we fight it :: Health The Great Bambino’s treatment came at a major turning point in medicine. Though doctors' efforts to save him from cancer were ultimately unsuccessful, the record-setting Ruth became a cancer pioneer in the process.
No volcanic winter in East Africa from ancient Toba eruption :: The massive Toba volcanic eruption on the island of Sumatra about 74,000 years ago did not cause a six-year-long "volcanic winter" in East Africa and thereby cause the human population in the region to plummet, according to new University of Arizona-led research.
No volcanic winter in East Africa from ancient Toba eruption :: The massive Toba volcanic eruption on the island of Sumatra about 74,000 years ago did not cause a six-year-long "volcanic winter" in East Africa and thereby cause the human population in the region to plummet, according to new University of Arizona-led research.
No volcanic winter in East Africa from ancient Toba eruption :: The Toba supereruption on the island of Sumatra about 74,000 years ago did not cause a six-year-long 'volcanic winter' in East Africa and thereby cause the human population in the region to plummet, according to new research based on an analysis of ancient plant remains from lake cores. The new findings disagree with the Toba catastrophe hypothesis, which says the eruption and its aftermath caused
No volcanic winter in East Africa from ancient Toba eruption :: The Toba supereruption on the island of Sumatra about 74,000 years ago did not cause a six-year-long 'volcanic winter' in East Africa and thereby cause the human population in the region to plummet, according to new research based on an analysis of ancient plant remains from lake cores. The new findings disagree with the Toba catastrophe hypothesis, which says the eruption and its aftermath caused
No volcanic winter in East Africa from ancient Toba eruption :: The Toba supereruption on the island of Sumatra about 74,000 years ago did not cause a six-year-long 'volcanic winter' in East Africa and thereby cause the human population in the region to plummet, according to new research based on an analysis of ancient plant remains from lake cores. The new findings disagree with the Toba catastrophe hypothesis, which says the eruption and its aftermath caused
No volcanic winter in East Africa from ancient Toba eruption :: The Toba supereruption on the island of Sumatra about 74,000 years ago did not cause a six-year-long 'volcanic winter' in East Africa and thereby cause the human population in the region to plummet, according to new research based on an analysis of ancient plant remains from lake cores. The new findings disagree with the Toba catastrophe hypothesis, which says the eruption and its aftermath caused
No, Space X's Falcon Heavy Has Not Passed Mars Already :: A tweet from Elon Musk may have been a little fuzzy on the rocket's whereabouts.
Nordhavn får landets kraftigste oplader til elbiler :: Danmarks første 150 kW oplader til elbiler er netop åbnet i den nye bydel Nordhavn i København. Endnu er der ingen biler på det danske marked, som kan udnytte alle 150 kW.
Norovirus Sickens Olympic Security Guards Days Before Opening Ceremony :: There's an added challenge at the 2018 Winter Olympics, according to news reports: An outbreak of norovirus.
North American ice sheet decay decreased climate variability in the Southern Hemisphere :: The changing topography of ice sheets in the Northern Hemisphere during the last Ice Age forced changes in the climate of Antarctica, a previously undocumented inter-polar climate change mechanism.
North American ice sheet decay decreased climate variability in the Southern Hemisphere :: New research led by the University of Colorado Boulder shows that the changing topography of ice sheets in the Northern Hemisphere during the last Ice Age forced changes in the climate of Antarctica, a previously undocumented inter-polar climate change mechanism.
North American ice sheet decay decreased climate variability in the Southern Hemisphere :: The changing topography of ice sheets in the Northern Hemisphere during the last Ice Age forced changes in the climate of Antarctica, a previously undocumented inter-polar climate change mechanism.
Nostalgia safeguards against negative feelings :: Psychologists discover strong correlations between Americans' glorification of their country, nostalgia for the past, and the rejection of collective guilt regarding past crimes.
Notre Dame Switches Its Position on Birth-Control Coverage—Again :: Updated on February 7 at 8:40 a.m. EST Notre Dame has decided to ban “abortion-inducing drugs" from third-party-provided insurance plans. It will also begin providing coverage for “simple contraceptives" in the university plan. * The move was announced in a letter from its president, Father John Jenkins, to the university community on Wednesday. It was not immediately clear which drugs the ban en
Novel genetic variants for ADHD linked to educational attainment :: Five novel genetic variants associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been identified by exploiting genetic overlap between ADHD and educational attainment.
Novel genetic variants for ADHD linked to educational attainment :: A study published in the February 2018 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (JAACAP) reports that five novel genetic variants associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been identified by exploiting genetic overlap between ADHD and educational attainment.
Novel research approach sheds light on how midsize predators interact :: A novel research approach by Oregon State University has resulted in a key step toward better protecting the fisher, an important forest predator that findings show is the dominant small carnivore when present.
Novel research approach sheds light on how midsize predators interact :: A novel research approach by Oregon State University has resulted in a key step toward better protecting the fisher, an important forest predator that findings show is the dominant small carnivore when present.
Novel research approach sheds light on how midsize predators interact :: A novel research approach has resulted in a key step toward better protecting the fisher, an important forest predator that findings show is the dominant small carnivore when present.
Novel research approach sheds light on how midsize predators interact :: A novel research approach has resulted in a key step toward better protecting the fisher, an important forest predator that findings show is the dominant small carnivore when present.
Novel research approach sheds light on how midsize predators interact :: A novel research approach has resulted in a key step toward better protecting the fisher, an important forest predator that findings show is the dominant small carnivore when present.
Novel research approach sheds light on how midsize predators interact :: A novel research approach has resulted in a key step toward better protecting the fisher, an important forest predator that findings show is the dominant small carnivore when present.
NREL scientists demonstrate remarkable stability in perovskite solar cells :: Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) created an environmentally stable, high-efficiency perovskite solar cell, bringing the emerging technology a step closer to commercial deployment.
NREL scientists demonstrate remarkable stability in perovskite solar cells :: Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) created an environmentally stable, high-efficiency perovskite solar cell, bringing the emerging technology a step closer to commercial deployment.
Ny lægefaglig direktør til Regionshospitalet Horsens :: Region Midtjylland har udnævnt overlæge Nils Falk Bjerregaard som ny lægefaglig direktør for Regionshospitalet Horsens.
Nye lægepraksisser skal afhjælpe lægemangel i Hovedstaden :: Det forventes i aften, at Region Hovedstaden endeligt beslutter at oprette syv nye lægepraksisser i udvalgte hovedstadskommuner for at undgå større lægemangel.
Nyt værktøj gør hacking endnu nemmere :: Mange er kritiske over for lanceringen af Autosploit, det sandsynligvis kun er til nytte for ‘script kiddies’.
Obesity may make ignoring ‘food cues’ even harder :: A new study with rats may help explain why some people can resist the rustle of a chip bag or the smell of pizza and others can’t. The study included rats that had been specially bred for a tendency to become obese, and rats from a line with normal weight tendencies. The obesity-prone rats were fed diets that didn’t allow them to become obese. But even so, they showed much stronger food-seeking b
Oil-loving microbes could gobble up slicks and spills :: Spills of crude oil that devastate huge areas of the oceanic environment could be cleaned up by naturally occurring microorganisms.
Old drug may have new tricks for fighting cancer :: Results show that the drug ibrutinib acts as a potent kinase inhibitor for ERBB4, limits growth in human cancer cells in the laboratory, and reduces tumor size in mice. The sensitivity of ERBB4 to ibrutinib is similar to that of BTK, the original target of the drug.
Old drug may have new tricks for fighting cancer :: Results show that the drug ibrutinib acts as a potent kinase inhibitor for ERBB4, limits growth in human cancer cells in the laboratory, and reduces tumor size in mice. The sensitivity of ERBB4 to ibrutinib is similar to that of BTK, the original target of the drug.
Older adults with positive views on aging may have a reduced risk for dementia :: Older adults who have acquired positive beliefs about old age from their surrounding culture are less likely to develop dementia, according to a study published Feb. 7, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Becca Levy from the Yale School of Public Health, USA, and colleagues.
Olympian brains adapt to lots of spins and flips :: When Olympic figure skaters, snowboarders, and ski jumpers execute breathtaking spins and flips, they pull them off because of two fundamental improvements in the way their brains work, says biomedical engineer Kathleen Cullen. First, their brains have built intricate models for the sensory input that comes in during a proper triple Salchow or Lutz. Everyone’s brain builds models—typically for or
Olympic Clothing Designers Try to Beat the Cold with Technology :: With electric self-warming jackets and new insulated fabrics, Team USA hopes to overcome record-setting chills — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Olympic Clothing Designers Try to Beat the Cold with Technology :: With electric self-warming jackets and new insulated fabrics, Team USA hopes to overcome record-setting chills — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Olympic video and VR: Guide to watching without a TV :: Every Olympic event will be streamed live. But to watch online, you'll still need to be a paying cable or satellite subscriber.
Olympic video and VR: Guide to watching without a TV :: Every Olympic event will be streamed live. But to watch online, you'll still need to be a paying cable or satellite subscriber.
Olympics 2018: Like Bobsleigh Better Than Basketball? Fantasy Olympian Is Right For You :: 2018 Winter OlympicsAlso, fantasy basketball teams have nothing on the "Sore Lugers."
Olympics 2018: Like Bobsleigh Better Than Basketball? Fantasy Olympian Is Right For You :: 2018 Winter OlympicsAlso, fantasy basketball teams have nothing on the "Sore Lugers."
Olympics Could Require Athletes' Genetic Code to Test For Doping :: The falling cost of genome sequencing means the World Anti-Doping Agency could build a genetic baseline for every athlete.
On the Proper Name for the Trump Era: ‘Democracide’, ‘Ochlocracy’, or Something Else :: Yesterday I posted an item about the challenge of calling the Trump era by its proper name—and explaining why the Dutch writer Rob Riemen, in his new book To Fight Against This Age , argues that it’s destructive and misleading not to use the plain term “fascism." Readers have written to endorse (or oppose) the wisdom of using the “fascist" label, and to suggest other terms. Despite the Atlantic’s
On the Proper Name for the Trump Era: ‘Democracide’, ‘Ochlocracy’, or Something Else :: Yesterday I posted an item about the challenge of calling the Trump era by its proper name—and explaining why the Dutch writer Rob Riemen, in his new book To Fight Against This Age , argues that it’s destructive and misleading not to use the plain term “fascism." Readers have written to endorse (or oppose) the wisdom of using the “fascist" label, and to suggest other terms. Despite the Atlantic’s
Online chatter could give warning of incoming cyber attacks :: An early warning system that monitors cyber-security discussions online could help prevent the next big malware outbreak
Online tool speeds up evolution education :: The biology teacher's pedagogical toolbox is evolving. Bright colors, replicating computer code and a digital petri dish bring evolution science to life for students.
Online tool speeds up evolution education :: Students often learn best when they can apply what they're learning. In the world of science, that means engaging in the practice of science. But this can be a challenge for teachers when dealing with subjects that are hard to observe—like biological evolution. The solution? Digital evolution—computer software in which populations of digital organisms evolve.
Online tool speeds up evolution education :: The biology teacher's pedagogical toolbox is evolving. Bright colors, replicating computer code and a digital petri dish bring evolution science to life for students.
Opgaveflytning af hjertepatienters rehabilitering bekymrer Dansk Cardiologisk Selskab :: Nye anbefalinger for hjertepatienter skal ifølge Sundhedsstyrelsen gøre overgangene for patienterne mere smidige. Formanden for Dansk Cardiologisk Selskab er bekymret for patienternes rehabiliteringstilbud.
Opgaveflytning af hjertepatienters rehabilitering bekymrer Dansk Cardiologisk Selskab :: Nye anbefalinger for hjertepatienter skal ifølge Sundhedsstyrelsen gøre overgangene for patienterne mere smidige. Formanden for Dansk Cardiologisk Selskab er bekymret for patienternes rehabiliteringstilbud.
Opgør med kaotiske regler: Takstsystemet vest for Storebælt ændres :: Forvirrende regler og forskellige priser på samme rejse skal nedkæmpes med en ændring af det offentlige takstsystem i Vestdanmark.
Opgør med kaotiske regler: Takstsystemet vest for Storebælt ændres :: Forvirrende regler og forskellige priser på samme rejse skal nedkæmpes med en ændring af det offentlige takstsystem i Vestdanmark.
Opinion: Do Not Believe the Hype :: Marijuana ointments as cancer treatments remain a distant prospect.
Opinion: Do Not Believe the Hype :: Marijuana ointments as cancer treatments remain a distant prospect.
Opioid cessation may be more successful when depression is treated :: Opioid cessation in non-cancer pain may be more successful when depression is treated to remission, a new study shows.
Opioid cessation may be more successful when depression is treated :: Opioid cessation in non-cancer pain may be more successful when depression is treated to remission, a Saint Louis University study shows.
Optical ceramic meets metal-organic frameworks :: As a special type of ceramics, optical ceramics are transparent and show great potentials as laser gain medium because they combine the high stability of crystals and the large size of glasses, fluids, and other noncrystalline materials. Recently, researchers from Sun Yat-Sen University reported that by simply slowing down the solvent evaporation rate, metal-organic framework nanocrystals can fuse
Optical ceramic meets metal-organic frameworks :: As a special type of ceramics, optical ceramics are transparent and show great potentials as laser gain medium because they combine the high stability of crystals and the large size of glasses, fluids, and other noncrystalline materials. Recently, researchers from Sun Yat-Sen University reported that by simply slowing down the solvent evaporation rate, metal-organic framework nanocrystals can fuse
Optical ceramic meets metal-organic frameworks :: Ceramic, a kind of poly-crystalline monolith sintered by inorganic, non-metallic crystallites, is normally opaque due to defects, voids and birefringence. Eliminating the inner light scatter creates transparent or optical ceramics.
Other Presidents Who Have Met Famous Black People :: Donald Trump Jr. recently defended his father from charges of racism in an interview with The Daily Caller , offering as evidence a past history of photographs taken of the elder Trump with African American celebrities: "It’s amazing—all the rappers, all his African American friends, from Jesse Jackson or Al Sharpton, have pictures with him." Since the mid-20th century, U.S. presidents and those
Our Ancestors, Elon Musk And The First Car In Space :: Musk's successful rocket launch is a step on the ambitious road to Mars; as with our adventurous ancestors, where we might go seems to be limited only by our imagination, says Marcelo Gleiser. (Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Outdoor instruction makes students more open to learning :: Being taught science subjects outdoors increases student motivation. A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Mainz therefore suggests offering more outdoor instruction at the lower secondary level.
Outdoor instruction makes students more open to learning :: Being taught science subjects outdoors increases student motivation. A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Mainz therefore suggests offering more outdoor instruction at the lower secondary level.
Outdoor instruction makes students more open to learning :: Being taught science subjects outdoors increases student motivation. A study therefore suggests offering more outdoor instruction at the lower secondary level.
Outdoor instruction makes students more open to learning :: Being taught science subjects outdoors increases student motivation. A study therefore suggests offering more outdoor instruction at the lower secondary level.
Oxidation behavior of crude oil and SARA fractions :: During the last several months, the Lab has managed to conduct tests of oxidation of SARA fractions (saturates, aromatics, resins, and asphaltenes). Differential scanning calorimetry, adiabatic calorimetry, and thermogravimetric analysis coupled with Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy have been among the used methods.
Ozone at lower latitudes is not recovering, despite Antarctic ozone hole healing :: The ozone layer — which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation — is recovering at the poles, but unexpected decreases in part of the atmosphere may be preventing recovery at lower latitudes.
Ozone at lower latitudes is not recovering, despite Antarctic ozone hole healing :: The ozone layer — which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation — is recovering at the poles, but unexpected decreases in part of the atmosphere may be preventing recovery at lower latitudes.
Ozone at lower latitudes is not recovering, despite Antarctic ozone hole healing :: The ozone layer — which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation — is recovering at the poles, but unexpected decreases in part of the atmosphere may be preventing recovery at lower latitudes.
Ozone at lower latitudes is not recovering, despite Antarctic ozone hole healing :: The ozone layer — which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation — is recovering at the poles, but unexpected decreases in part of the atmosphere may be preventing recovery at lower latitudes.
Ozone at lower latitudes is not recovering, despite Antarctic ozone hole healing :: The ozone layer – which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation – is recovering at the poles, but unexpected decreases in part of the atmosphere may be preventing recovery at lower latitudes.
Ozone at lower latitudes is not recovering, despite Antarctic ozone hole healing :: The ozone layer – which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation – is recovering at the poles, but unexpected decreases in part of the atmosphere may be preventing recovery at lower latitudes.
Ozone layer not recovering over populated areas, scientists warn :: While the hole over Antarctica has been closing, the protective ozone is thinning at the lower latitudes, where the sunlight is stronger and billions of people live The ozone layer that protects people from the sun’s ultraviolet radiation is not recovering over most highly populated regions, scientists warned on Tuesday. The greatest losses in ozone occurred over Antarctica but the hole there has
Ozone layer not recovering over populated areas, scientists warn :: While the hole over Antarctica has been closing, the protective ozone is thinning at the lower latitudes, where the sunlight is stronger and billions of people live The ozone layer that protects people from the sun’s ultraviolet radiation is not recovering over most highly populated regions, scientists warned on Tuesday. The greatest losses in ozone occurred over Antarctica but the hole there has
Ozonlag svækkes over jordens mest befolkede områder :: Ozonhullet er ved at lukke, men det er et resultat af, at ozon i højere grad bevæger sig mod polerne. Det efterlader milliarder af planetens indbyggere med et svækket ozonlag, viser forskning.
Pale’ocracy and Other Names for This Era :: Following this article , and this reader-response note , more responses on the most accurate way to name the political challenge of these times. Pale’ocracy. A reader recommends this term, “because of its varied and versatile potential definitions:" –First, the Greek word pale ’ is defined as “to wrestle," broadened to mean “to struggle, fight, conflict, contest." That’s deep Trumpism, especiall
Paleo Profile: The Mansoura Lizard :: A dinosaur from Egypt helps make sense of global patterns among long-necked herbivores — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Panasonic upgrades earnings targets on cheap yen :: Japanese electronics giant Panasonic on Monday upgraded its annual earnings targets thanks to a weak yen and robust demand for its automotive products.
Parental enrollment in Medicaid yields increase in preventive health care for children :: Enrolling in Medicaid may have health benefits not only for low-income parents but also for their children, according to a Johns Hopkins analysis of over 50,000 parent-child pairs
Paris flooding harks back to one of the great breakthroughs in hydrology :: The city of Paris was recently on high flood alert after a deluge of rain. Parisians looked on with increasing concern as the River Seine continued to rise, the water levels creeping up the legs of the Zouave statue on the Pont d'Alma bridge in central Paris, which has served as an unofficial flood gauge since the devastating 1910 floods in the city. Thankfully, the immediate threat to Paris appea
Patients with kidney disease with heart defibrillators at greater risk of hospitalization :: In a study of nearly 6,000 community-based patients with chronic kidney disease and heart failure, the use of implantable cardioverter defibrillators was associated with a significantly increased risk of subsequent hospitalization.
Peace Through Bombings: The U.S. Strategy in Afghanistan :: Pummeling someone into reconciliation might seem like a curious strategy. But that’s what the Trump administration is proposing to do to the Taliban as it seeks to bring an end to the war in Afghanistan. “We will do everything we can to support the ANDSF fight against the Taliban in order to drive them to the negotiating table," Randall Schriver, the assistant secretary of defense, said Tuesday t
Peggy Fleming and the 1968 Winter Olympics :: Editor’s Note: This is part of The Atlantic’s ongoing series looking back at 1968. All past articles and reader correspondence are collected here . New material will be added to that page through the end of 2018. Fifty years ago this week the 1968 Winter Olympics began in Grenoble, France, where 37 countries competed, including West Germany and East Germany, who were permitted to enter as separat
Penn researchers prove that precisely timed brain stimulation improves memory :: The Restoring Active Memory program, led by Michael Kahana and Daniel Rizzuto at the University of Pennsylvania, is one step closer to its goal of creating a fully implantable neural monitoring and stimulation system. The team, which includes researcher Youssef Ezzyat, has shown that precisely timed electrical stimulation to the left side of the brain can reliably and significantly enhance learnin
Penn researchers prove that precisely timed brain stimulation improves memory :: The Restoring Active Memory program, led by Michael Kahana and Daniel Rizzuto at the University of Pennsylvania, is one step closer to its goal of creating a fully implantable neural monitoring and stimulation system. The team, which includes researcher Youssef Ezzyat, has shown that precisely timed electrical stimulation to the left side of the brain can reliably and significantly enhance learnin
People who think further into the future less likely to take risks :: People who tend to think further into the future may be more likely to invest money and avoid risks, a new study suggests. Researchers tapped big data tools to conduct text analyses of nearly 40,000 Twitter users and to run online experiments of their behavior. “Twitter is like a microscope for psychologists…" The researchers also found an association between longer future-sightedness and less ri
People with depression use language differently – here’s how to spot it :: What's the secret language of depression? Read More
People with depression use language differently – here’s how to spot it :: What's the secret language of depression? Read More
Personal Genome Project Canada study results show promise for health care in Canada :: First results from the Personal Genome Project Canada, which sequenced the entire personal genomes of 56 healthy participants, suggest whole genome sequencing can benefit health care in Canada, according to results published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
Pesticide bans might give us a buzz, but they won't necessarily save the bees :: Public pressure is growing in Australia to ban the sale of pesticides called neonicotinoids because of their harmful effects on bees.
Pesticide bans might give us a buzz, but they won't necessarily save the bees :: Public pressure is growing in Australia to ban the sale of pesticides called neonicotinoids because of their harmful effects on bees.
Pheromone from insect that transmits citrus greening (HLB) identified :: A new discovery makes it possible to synthesize the substance and use it in traps to attract and kill Asian citrus psyllid, helping control worst pest faced by citrus industry – in Florida alone, orange production has decreased in the order of 90 million boxes in the last 15 years.
Phosphate rock an effective fertilizer in Kenya :: Farming in western Kenya is challenging, to put it mildly. Although farmers can cycle two full crops in a single year, extremely poor soils and expensive traditional fertilizers, such as triple superphosphate (TSP), keep yields low. But results of a new University of Illinois study offer Kenyan farmers hope in the form of phosphate rock.
Photos: Meet the World's Most Hardcore LARPers :: This is what it looks like to take Live Action Role Playing to the next level.
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Physicists Harness Twisted Mathematics to Make Powerful Laser :: High-quality beams could be among the first practical applications of the booming field of topological physics — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Pixel Visual Core Now Adds HDR+ To Instagram, WhatsApp, and Snapchat Images :: Pixel Visual CoreAfter months of lurking unused in Google's flagship Pixel 2 smartphone, the company's first homegrown, consumer-focused processor springs to life.
Plastic bottle scheme that could help clean the oceans :: As the scale of plastic pollution in the world's oceans becomes ever more apparent, could bottle deposit schemes help turn the tide?
Plastic pollution: Scientists' plea on threat to ocean giants :: Scientists call for monitoring of plastic pollution risks to whales, sharks and rays that strain water to feed.
PLO godkender modstræbende gratis HPV-vaccine til homoseksuelle drenge :: Praktiserende Lægers Organisation siger modstræbende ja til, at læger gratis giver unge drenge HPV-vaccination. PLO mener, det diskriminerer heteroseksuelle drenge og frygter, at de vaccinerede drenge udstilles som homoseksuelle, før de har styr på deres seksualitet.
PLO-formand på rundrejse for at sikre bedst muligt klyngesamarbejde :: De praktiserende lægers formand, Christian Freitag, er på rundrejse i alle landets fem regioner for at indsamle erfaringer og forventninger til det nye klyngesamarbejde, der officielt begynder 1. april.
Police kill unarmed blacks more often, especially women, study finds :: Blacks, especially women, are more likely to have been unarmed when killed by police than non-blacks, and that risk appears to increase in police departments with a greater presence of non-white officers, according to a new study of nationwide data from Washington University in St. Louis.
Police shootings reflect structural racism, study finds :: The deaths of Trayvon Martin, Tamir Rice, Sandra Bland, Michael Brown, and other unarmed black victims at the hands of police sparked a national conversation about racism and policing, from the Black Lives Matter movement to kneeling NFL players. But a new study finds states with a greater degree of structural racism, particularly residential segregation, have higher racial disparities in fatal po
Police shootings reflect structural racism, study finds :: The deaths of Trayvon Martin, Tamir Rice, Sandra Bland, Michael Brown, and other unarmed black victims at the hands of police sparked a national conversation about racism and policing, from the Black Lives Matter movement to kneeling NFL players. But a new study finds states with a greater degree of structural racism, particularly residential segregation, have higher racial disparities in fatal po
Police shootings reflect structural racism :: The deaths of Trayvon Martin, Tamir Rice, Sandra Bland, Michael Brown, and other unarmed black victims at the hands of police sparked a national conversation about racism and policing, from the Black Lives Matter movement to kneeling NFL players. Critics of these protests have attributed police shootings to "bad apples" within police departments, or argued more black victims die at the hands of po
Pollinators are usually safe from a Venus flytrap :: A first-ever look at what pollinates the carnivorous Venus flytrap finds little overlap between pollinators and prey.
Pollinators are usually safe from a Venus flytrap :: A first-ever look at what pollinates the carnivorous Venus flytrap finds little overlap between pollinators and prey.
Polluted air may pollute our morality :: Exposure to air pollution, even imagining exposure to air pollution, may lead to unethical behavior, according to findings published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science. A combination of archival and experimental studies indicates that exposure to air pollution, either physically or mentally, is linked with unethical behavior such as crime and cheating.
Pores with a memory :: Whether for separation processes, photovoltaics, catalysis, or electronics, porous polymer membranes are needed in many fields. Membranes with micropores that switch between different shapes and/or sizes would expand the possibilities. In the journal Angewandte Chemie, scientists have introduced a process that produces porous films made from shape memory polymers with precise dimensions. The shape
Pores with a memory :: Whether for separation processes, photovoltaics, catalysis, or electronics, porous polymer membranes are needed in many fields. Membranes with micropores that switch between different shapes and/or sizes would expand the possibilities. In the journal Angewandte Chemie, scientists have introduced a process that produces porous films made from shape memory polymers with precise dimensions. The shape
Porous polymer films with shape memory :: Whether for separation processes, photovoltaics, catalysis, or electronics, porous polymer membranes are needed in many fields. Membranes with micropores that switch between different shapes and/or sizes would expand the possibilities. In the journal Angewandte Chemie, scientists have introduced a process that produces porous films made from shape memory polymers with precise dimensions. The shape
Porous polymer films with shape memory :: Whether for separation processes, photovoltaics, catalysis, or electronics, porous polymer membranes are needed in many fields. Membranes with micropores that switch between different shapes and/or sizes would expand the possibilities. In the journal Angewandte Chemie, scientists have introduced a process that produces porous films made from shape memory polymers with precise dimensions. The shape
Porsche to double investment in electric cars :: German high-end sports car maker Porsche said Monday it would double investments in electrifying its entire range by 2022, as parent company Volkswagen reacts to environmental scandals and new challenges from abroad.
Portland State study points to connection between religion and risk :: Research co-authored by Portland State University finance professor Jing Zhao found that the religious beliefs of the population in counties where hedge funds are headquartered influence the riskiness of hedge fund managers' portfolios.
Portland State study points to connection between religion and risk :: Research co-authored by Portland State University finance professor Jing Zhao found that the religious beliefs of the population in counties where hedge funds are headquartered influence the riskiness of hedge fund managers' portfolios.
Positive attitudes about aging reduce risk of dementia in older adults :: Research has shown that older persons who have acquired positive beliefs about old age from their surrounding culture are less likely to develop dementia. This protective effect was found for all participants, as well as among those carrying a gene that puts them at higher risk of developing dementia, a new study led by the Yale School of Public Health has found.
Powerful battery created :: Move over, lithium-ion; now, there's a better battery on the horizon. A multi-institution team of scientists has discovered an exceptional metal-oxide magnesium battery cathode material, moving researchers one step closer to delivering batteries that promise higher density of energy storage on top of transformative advances in safety, cost and performance in comparison to their ubiquitous lithium-
Powerful battery created :: Move over, lithium-ion; now, there's a better battery on the horizon. A multi-institution team of scientists has discovered an exceptional metal-oxide magnesium battery cathode material, moving researchers one step closer to delivering batteries that promise higher density of energy storage on top of transformative advances in safety, cost and performance in comparison to their ubiquitous lithium-
Powerful new dataset reveals patterns of global ozone pollution :: Although ozone pollution is dropping across many parts of the United States, western Europe and Japan, many people living in those countries still experience more than a dozen days every year in which levels of the lung irritant exceed health-based standards.
Powerful new dataset reveals patterns of global ozone pollution :: Although ozone pollution is dropping across many parts of the United States, western Europe and Japan, many people living in those countries still experience more than a dozen days every year in which levels of the lung irritant exceed health-based standards.
Powerful new dataset reveals patterns of global ozone pollution :: Although ozone pollution is dropping across many parts of the United States, western Europe and Japan, many people living in those countries still experience more than a dozen days every year in which levels of the lung irritant exceed health-based standards.
Praktiserende læger skrider til handling mod lange ventetider i psykiatrien :: Grundet mangel på rettidig behandling er praktiserende læger landet over begyndt selv at udskrive antidepressiver til patienter med ondt i livet.
Pre-life molecules found floating in nearby galaxy :: We’ve seen signs of the most complex molecules ever detected outside our galaxy in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a fairly primitive galaxy 160,000 light years away
Premature babies healthier when parents help with hospital care, study shows :: Babies in trial put on more weight in first three weeks and parents were less stressed Premature babies do better if their parents are allowed to help care for them in hospital alongside the nurses, rather than being treated as visitors and left on the sidelines, a new study shows. Many parents feel acutely anxious, stressed and out of control when their child is in a newborn intensive care unit
Premature babies make fewer friends — but not for long :: Premature babies make fewer friends, feel less accepted by peers and spend less time socializing in early childhood — but this improves when they get to school — according to new research.
Premature babies make fewer friends — but not for long :: Premature babies make fewer friends, feel less accepted by peers and spend less time socialising in early childhood — but this improves when they get to school — according to new research by an international research collaboration, including the University of Warwick, UK.
President Trump's State of the Union Speech Tops This Week's Internet News :: Social media dissected a lot of the facts of President Trump's speech to Congress. But it was a spelling error that brought the LOLs.
Printable, colorful camouflage with polymers :: In nature, colors can serve as a form of communication, but they can also hide animals and plants, camouflaging them from sight. Researchers now report in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces that they have developed polymers that can better mimic nature's color-changing abilities than existing polymers. They say the materials could enable smart decorations, camouflage textiles and improved anti-cou
Printable, colorful camouflage with polymers :: In nature, colors can serve as a form of communication, but they can also hide animals and plants, camouflaging them from sight. Researchers now report in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces that they have developed polymers that can better mimic nature's color-changing abilities than existing polymers. They say the materials could enable smart decorations, camouflage textiles and improved anti-cou
Printable, colorful camouflage with polymers :: In nature, colors can serve as a form of communication, but they can also hide animals and plants, camouflaging them from sight. Researchers now report that they have developed polymers that can better mimic nature's color-changing abilities than existing polymers. They say the materials could enable smart decorations, camouflage textiles and improved anti-counterfeiting measures.
Production of solar fuels inches closer with discovery by Caltech scientists :: Researchers in the lab of Caltech's Harry Gray have discovered how a catalyst splits water using solar power, opening the door to economically viable solar-fuel production.
Production of solar fuels inches closer with discovery by Caltech scientists :: Researchers in the lab of Caltech's Harry Gray have discovered how a catalyst splits water using solar power, opening the door to economically viable solar-fuel production.
Production of solar fuels inches closer with new discovery :: Researchers have discovered how a catalyst splits water using solar power, opening the door to economically viable solar-fuel production.
Production of solar fuels inches closer with new discovery :: Researchers have discovered how a catalyst splits water using solar power, opening the door to economically viable solar-fuel production.
Professor efterlyser vilkår for private solceller i nyt forlig :: Dagens vilkår for privates solcelleanlæg er hverken langtidsholdbare eller nemme at forstå, og det bør politikerne tage hånd om, mener medlem af Klimarådet.
Professor Ute Scholl discovers genetic cause of rare high blood pressure syndrome :: Twenty-five years ago, an unusual inherited form of high blood pressure was first described in an Australian family. Its genetic cause, however, had remained elusive. Using modern sequencing methods, an international research team led by BIH Johanna Quandt Professor Ute Scholl has succeeded in detecting mutations in a new disease gene (CLCN2) — present in this family and seven others — that are
Professor: Det haster at få undersøgt smittespredning fra svinefarme :: MRSA-rapport viser øget risiko for at blive smittet med husdyr-MRSA, når man bor i nærheden af en svinefarm – også uden dyrekontakt. Hvordan det kan lade sig gøre skal kortlægges, siger professor.
Professor: Det haster at få undersøgt smittespredning fra svinefarme :: MRSA-rapport viser øget risiko for at blive smittet med husdyr-MRSA, når man bor i nærheden af en svinefarm – også uden dyrekontakt. Hvordan det kan lade sig gøre skal kortlægges, siger professor.
Professor: Koldt vejr gør luftforureningen værre :: På de kolde dage bliver der lagt et "låg" på forureningen fra kilder som benzin- og dieselmotorer.
Professor: Koldt vejr gør luftforureningen værre :: På de kolde dage bliver der lagt et "låg" på forureningen fra kilder som benzin- og dieselmotorer.
Proposed Space Station Aims for the Moon and beyond :: The ambitious plan to send astronauts to lunar orbit has drawn skepticism — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Proposed Space Station Aims for the Moon and beyond :: The ambitious plan to send astronauts to lunar orbit has drawn skepticism — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
ProteinSimple: icIEF Analysis of Protein Mixtures with Maurice :: Meet Maurice.
ProteinSimple: Seeing Beyond Light Obscuration with Micro-Flow Imaging :: Meet MFI.
PSMA PET/CT clearly differentiates prostate cancer from benign tissue :: Using nuclear medicine, researchers have found a way to accurately differentiate cancerous tissue from healthy tissue in prostate cancer patients. The research demonstrates that the maximum standardized uptake value (SUVmax) on 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT scans correlates with PSMA-expression in primary prostate cancer. By this means, researchers were able to generate an SUVmax cutoff for the differentiation
PSMA PET/CT clearly differentiates prostate cancer from benign tissue :: Using nuclear medicine, German researchers have found a way to accurately differentiate cancerous tissue from healthy tissue in prostate cancer patients. The research is highlighted in the February issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine and demonstrates that the maximum standardized uptake value (SUVmax) on 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT scans correlates with PSMA-expression in primary prostate cancer. By thi
Published study reports use of nutritional ketosis with mobile app intervention could reverse Type 2 :: A newly published study has shown that an individualized approach to nutritional ketosis (utilizing fat rather than glucose to fuel the body), combined with remote monitoring via a mobile application, could sustainably and safely reverse Type 2 diabetes.
PubMed Commons to Stop Accepting Comments :: The venue for post-publication peer review was not getting enough participation.
Putting the P in photosynthesis of tropical forests :: How forests in Panama and elsewhere grow, decline, and recover affects carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere and human welfare. Scientists are investigating whether computational models of these forests could be improved by considering the amount of phosphorus found in the trees. Phosphorus is a key nutrient that is especially important in tropical forests. The team analyzed upper canopy leaves
Q&A: Ride-hailing service Lyft's product chief Tali Rapaport :: Lyft Line Benefits UberEven though it's been in business for just over five years, the Lyft ride-hailing service is still evolving as it moves toward a time when personal car ownership falls and self-driving robotaxis start carrying passengers.
Quantum algorithm could help AI think faster :: One of the ways that computers think is by analysing relationships within large sets of data. An international team has shown that quantum computers can do one such analysis faster than classical computers for a wider array of data types than was previously expected.
Queen's research suggests the Sicilian mafia arose to power from lemon sales in the 1800s :: Researchers from Queen's University Belfast, in collaboration the University of Manchester and the University of Gothenburg (Sweden), have uncovered new evidence to suggest that the Sicilian mafia arose to notoriety in the 1800s in response to the public demand for citrus fruits.
Radiation Will Tear Elon Musk's Rocket Car to Bits in a Year :: Elon Musk has launched his sportscar into deep space. Stellar radiation is going to tear it to bits.
Rail industry says key safety technology not due until 2020 :: The railroad industry is playing down expectations that a safety technology that could have prevented recent deadly train crashes will be in operation across the United States by the end of the year.
Rainforest collapse 307 million years ago impacted the evolution of early land vertebrates :: Researchers at the University of Birmingham have discovered that the mass extinction seen in plant species caused by the onset of a drier climate 307 million years ago led to extinctions of some groups of tetrapods, the first vertebrates to live on land, but allowed others to expand across the globe. This research is published today in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Rainforest collapse 307 million years ago impacted the evolution of early land vertebrates :: Researchers at the University of Birmingham have discovered that the mass extinction seen in plant species caused by the onset of a drier climate 307 million years ago led to extinctions of some groups of tetrapods, the first vertebrates to live on land, but allowed others to expand across the globe. This research is published today (7th February 2018) in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Socie
Rainforest collapse 307 million years ago impacted the evolution of early land vertebrates :: Researchers have discovered that the mass extinction seen in plant species caused by the onset of a drier climate 307 million years ago led to extinctions of some groups of tetrapods, the first vertebrates to live on land, but allowed others to expand across the globe.
Rapid detection and recovery—the science of hunting meteorites :: At 8:10 p.m. on Jan. 16, hundreds of people in Michigan reported the bright glow of a meteor streaking through the sky, rattling windows as it broke the sound barrier. The meteor then broke apart in the Earth's atmosphere, and its pieces rained quietly to the ground.
Rapid land changes forecast for East African savannahs :: A study presenting a 5000-year environmental history of the popular tourist destination Amboseli National Park in Kenya has shown that the impact of climate change on land is more rapid than previously thought.
Rapid land changes forecast for East African savannahs :: A study presenting a 5000-year environmental history of the popular tourist destination Amboseli National Park in Kenya has shown that the impact of climate change on land is more rapid than previously thought.
Rare dinosaur discovery in Egypt could signal more finds :: A skeleton has been unearthed in Egypt's Western Desert, whose ancient sands have long helped preserve remains, but unlike most finds this one isn't a mummy—it's a dinosaur.
Rare dinosaur discovery in Egypt could signal more finds :: A skeleton has been unearthed in Egypt's Western Desert, whose ancient sands have long helped preserve remains, but unlike most finds this one isn't a mummy—it's a dinosaur.
Rare wooden tools show that Neanderthals got creative with fire :: Wooden tools are hardly ever preserved, but a cache found in Italy suggests Neanderthals made them with fire and used them to dig up foods like tubers
Rare wooden tools show that Neanderthals got creative with fire :: Wooden tools are hardly ever preserved, but a cache found in Italy suggests Neanderthals made them with fire and used them to dig up foods like tubers
Rate of children affected by drinking during pregnancy may be higher than previously estimated :: Children whose mothers drank alcohol during pregnancy can have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, and the frequency of these disorders, which can cause developmental disabilities, may be higher than previously estimated.
Rate of children affected by drinking during pregnancy may be higher than previously estimated :: Children whose mothers drank alcohol during pregnancy can have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, and the frequency of these disorders, which can cause developmental disabilities, may be higher than previously estimated.
Rats help each other out just as humans do :: Rats demonstrate cooperative behaviour similar to human beings, researchers at the University of St Andrews have discovered.
Ray-finned fishes: Natural born survivors :: Scientists have revealed that ray-finned fishes are perhaps one of Earth's most resilient groups of animals, having survived four mass extinction events that wiped out many other groups.
Ray-finned fishes: Natural born survivors :: Scientists from the University of Bristol have revealed that ray-finned fishes are perhaps one of Earth's most resilient groups of animals, having survived four mass extinction events that wiped out many other groups.
Readers ask about supernovas, dark energy and more :: Readers had questions about a supernova that continuously erupts, the difference between dark energy and dark matter, and more.
Readers Respond to the October 2017 Issue :: Letters to the editor from the October 2017 issue of Scientific American — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Recent study in Oregon reveals public considers alcohol more harmful than marijuana :: A new study, led by researchers at RTI International, surveyed more than 1,900 adults in Oregon prior to the legalization of marijuana in the state and found that more than half (52.5 percent) consider alcohol to be more harmful than marijuana while few (7.5 percent) believe marijuana is more harmful to a person's health.
Record-setting spacewalk ends with antenna in wrong spot :: A record-setting Russian spacewalk ended with a critical antenna in the wrong position Friday outside the International Space Station.
Recovering population of Zimbabwean African lions show low genetic diversity :: The lion population of Zimbabwe's Savé Valley Conservancy shows low genetic diversity despite improved numbers, according to a study published February 7, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Laura Tensen from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, and colleagues based in the Savé Valley Conservancy.
Recovering population of Zimbabwean African lions show low genetic diversity :: The lion population of Zimbabwe's Savé Valley Conservancy shows low genetic diversity despite improved numbers, according to a study published Feb. 7, 2018 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Laura Tensen from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, and colleagues based in the Savé Valley Conservancy.
Red Clocks Imagines America Without Abortion :: The America in Leni Zumas’s new novel, Red Clocks , is so familiar as to be almost unremarkable. Ro, a history teacher, has a father in a retirement home in Florida and a brother who died of a heroin overdose. Susan, a mother, raises two children in the house she grew up in. Gin, a loner, is defiantly private but offers home remedies to local women with health issues but no money or insurance. Ma
Red pandas rescued in Laos stir fears over exotic pet trade :: The rescue in Laos of three endangered red pandas trafficked from China has raised fears the rare animals are increasingly being coveted by exotic pet owners.
Redefined Alzheimer's biology has implications for drug design :: A new study argues that Alzheimer's disease is likely triggered by the failure of a system that clears wastes from the brain — and actually begins decades before memories fade.
Reduced energy from the sun might occur by mid-century: Now scientists know by how much :: The Sun might emit less radiation by mid-century, giving planet Earth a chance to warm a bit more slowly but not halt the trend of human-induced climate change.
Reduced energy from the sun might occur by mid-century: Now scientists know by how much :: The Sun might emit less radiation by mid-century, giving planet Earth a chance to warm a bit more slowly but not halt the trend of human-induced climate change.
Reduced energy from the sun might occur by mid-century—now, scientists know by how much :: The sun might emit less radiation by mid-century, giving planet Earth a chance to warm a bit more slowly but not halt the trend of human-induced climate change.
Reducing the footprint of a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon dioxide :: Scientists have unlocked a new, more efficient pathway for converting one of our most potent greenhouse gases directly into basic chemicals for manufacturing plastics, agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Reducing the footprint of a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon dioxide :: USC scientists have unlocked a new, more efficient pathway for converting methane – a potent gas contributing to climate change – directly into basic chemicals for manufacturing plastics, agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Reducing the footprint of a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon dioxide :: USC scientists have unlocked a new, more efficient pathway for converting one of our most potent greenhouse gases directly into basic chemicals for manufacturing plastics, agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Regular physical activity is associated with better lung function among smokers :: Leisure-time vigorous physical activity is associated with better lung function among current smokers.
Regular physical activity is associated with better lung function among smokers :: The results of this ISGlobal study strengthen the epidemiological evidence supporting a link between physical activity and respiratory health
Re-introducing an 'old' antibiotic may help fight multi-drug resistant bacteria :: A new study indicates that the drug fosfomycin may be effective for treating multidrug-resistant bacterial infections. In most European countries, the oral formulation is only approved as a 3 gram single dose for the treatment of uncomplicated cystitis; however the Pharmacology Research & Perspectives study found that a dosing regimen of 6-12 grams per day divided in 3 doses is required for the tr
Re-introducing an 'old' antibiotic may help fight multi-drug resistant bacteria :: A new study indicates that the drug fosfomycin may be effective for treating multidrug-resistant bacterial infections. In most European countries, the oral formulation is only approved as a 3 gram single dose for the treatment of uncomplicated cystitis; however a new study found that a dosing regimen of 6-12 grams per day divided in 3 doses is required for the treatment of systemic multi-drug-resi
Relationship factors affect decisions about contraceptive use among young adults :: The dynamics of a couple's relationship, including the exclusivity of the partnership, the level of commitment to the partnership and participation in sexual decision-making with their partner, impact young adults' decisions related to contraceptive use, new research shows.
Remarkable spider with a tail found preserved in amber after 100 million years :: An extraordinary new species of arachnid, resembling a spider with a tail, has been discovered in amber from Myanmar of mid-Cretaceous age, around 100 million years ago.
Remarkable spider with a tail found preserved in amber after 100 million years :: An extraordinary new species of arachnid, resembling a spider with a tail, has been discovered in amber from Myanmar (formerly Burma), of mid-Cretaceous age, around 100 million years ago.
Remarkable stability in perovskite solar cells :: Researchers have created an environmentally stable, high-efficiency perovskite solar cell, bringing the emerging technology a step closer to commercial deployment.
Remarkable stability in perovskite solar cells :: Researchers have created an environmentally stable, high-efficiency perovskite solar cell, bringing the emerging technology a step closer to commercial deployment.
Removing fossil fuel subsidies will not reduce CO2 emissions as much as hoped :: Removing fossil fuel subsidies would have only a small effect on CO2 emissions and renewable energy use, new research has shown. The largest emissions savings would be in oil and gas exporting countries, where fewer poor people would be affected, and subsidy removal can be aided by currently low oil prices.
Removing fossil fuel subsidies will not reduce CO2 emissions as much as hoped :: Removing fossil fuel subsidies would have only a small effect on CO2 emissions and renewable energy use, new research has shown. The largest emissions savings would be in oil and gas exporting countries, where fewer poor people would be affected, and subsidy removal can be aided by currently low oil prices.
Replacements for Facebook News Feed: Nuzzel, Flipboard, Digg :: Now that the social network is changing what shows up in your feed, you’ll have to go elsewhere for current news.
Research examines long-term economic impact of cover crops :: It isn't often that researchers have the luxury to examine data from a long-term research project. While most research projects last from three to five years, scientists with the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture recently published a study that covered a 29-year period to find the benefits of cover crops on no-till cotton fields.
Research finds 52 times more online anti-ad blocking than previously thought :: The web is only "free" because our attention is sold to the highest bidder via complex real-time auction systems, based on data-mining algorithms, that serve up ads. If you were a fan of the AMC series Mad Men, with its depiction of smartly crafted agents of persuasion, you probably hate the irritating interruptions of today's digital messaging.
Research on global surface ozone levels shows populations most affected by air pollution :: Research led by the Universities of Leicester and Edinburgh and 12 other research institutions into surface ozone levels that are important for human health.
Research presents new information about the Flint water crisis :: The Flint Area Community Health and Environment Partnership research team found that the majority of Legionnaires' disease cases that occurred during the 2014-15 outbreak in Genesee County, Mich., can be attributed to the change in of the City of Flint's drinking water supply to the Flint River. The researchers also found that the specific strain of Legionella isolated from Flint residences as par
Research reveals more about TRAPPIST-1 planets, and the possibility of life :: A series of four studies have shed new light on the properties of the TRAPPIST-1 planetary system, currently our most optimal hope for evidence of biological life beyond the Solar system.
Research reveals more about TRAPPIST-1 planets, and the possibility of life :: A series of four studies have shed new light on the properties of the TRAPPIST-1 planetary system, currently our most optimal hope for evidence of biological life beyond the solar system.
Research suggests the Sicilian mafia arose to power from lemon sales in the 1800s :: Researchers from Queen's University Belfast, in collaboration the University of Manchester and the University of Gothenburg (Sweden), have uncovered new evidence to suggest that the Sicilian mafia arose to notoriety in the 1800s in response to the public demand for citrus fruits.
Research uncovers mechanism behind water-splitting catalyst :: Caltech researchers have made a discovery that they say could lead to the economically viable production of solar fuels in the next few years.
Research uncovers mechanism behind water-splitting catalyst :: Caltech researchers have made a discovery that they say could lead to the economically viable production of solar fuels in the next few years.
Researcher finds link between 3-D body scans, feelings of dejection :: If you've made a habit of sidestepping mirrors and shunning your reflection, new research from Florida State University suggests that you may want to keep a safe distance from 3-D body scanners as well.
Researchers blaze new ground in wireless energy generation for future electronic gadgets :: Researchers from Clemson's Nanomaterials Institute (CNI) are one step closer to wirelessly powering the world using triboelectricity – a green energy source.
Researchers build alien ocean to test NASA outer space submarine :: Building a submarine gets tricky when the temperature drops to -300 Fahrenheit and the ocean is made of methane and ethane.
Researchers call on science fiction to understand extremist psychology :: Deakin University researchers have used science fiction to understand terrorist propaganda techniques in an innovative study.
Researchers characterize membrane behavior :: An article authored by a team of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientists has characterized how different cell membranes behave.
Researchers compare global temperature variability in glacial and interglacial periods :: On the basis of a unique global comparison of data from core samples extracted from the ocean floor and the polar ice sheets, AWI researchers have now demonstrated that, though climate change has decreased around the globe from glacial to interglacial periods, the difference is by no means as pronounced as previously assumed. Until now, it was believed that glacial periods were characterised by ex
Researchers create fiber optic sensors that dissolve in the body :: For the first time, researchers have fabricated sensing elements known as fiber Bragg gratings inside optical fibers designed to dissolve completely inside the body. The bioresorbable fiber Bragg gratings could be used for in-body monitoring of bone fracture healing and for safer exploration of sensitive organs such as the brain.
Researchers create fiber optic sensors that dissolve in the body :: For the first time, researchers have fabricated sensing elements known as fiber Bragg gratings inside optical fibers designed to dissolve completely inside the body.
Researchers demonstrate graphene as a source of high-speed light pulses :: One of the key requirements of future optical communications technologies is a nanoscale light source capable of emitting ultrafast light pulses. In a new study, researchers have shown that graphene may be an ideal candidate for such a light source, by demonstrating graphene-based devices that emit light pulses with a bandwidth of up to 10 GHz and pulse durations of less than 100 picoseconds (or 1
Researchers develop the first model to capture crosstalk in social dilemmas :: New model shows crosstalk in repeated social dilemmas impedes cooperation and requires higher levels of forgiveness.
Researchers developing phase-change memory devices for more powerful computing :: A collaboration between the lab of Judy Cha, the Carol and Douglas Melamed Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science, and IBM's Watson Research Center could help make a potentially revolutionary technology more viable for manufacturing.
Researchers developing phase-change memory devices for more powerful computing :: A collaboration between the lab of Judy Cha, the Carol and Douglas Melamed Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science, and IBM's Watson Research Center could help make a potentially revolutionary technology more viable for manufacturing.
Researchers discover new ways to streamline uranium enrichment :: Building and operating multistage sorters for enriching uranium used in nuclear power plants requires major investment. MEPhI researchers have calculated performance criteria that could lower construction costs for plants of this kind.
Researchers discover new ways to streamline uranium enrichment :: Building and operating multistage sorters for enriching uranium used in nuclear power plants requires major investment. MEPhI researchers have calculated performance criteria that could lower construction costs for plants of this kind.
Researchers find that the amino acid arginine may have played a more important role in the chemical origins of life :: Life as we know it originated roughly 3.5 to 4 billion years ago in the form of a prebiotic ("before life") soup of organic molecules that somehow began to replicate themselves and pass along a genetic formula. Or so goes the thinking behind the RNA World, one of the most robust hypotheses of the origin of life.
Researchers find that the amino acid arginine may have played a more important role in the chemical origins of life :: Life as we know it originated roughly 3.5 to 4 billion years ago in the form of a prebiotic ("before life") soup of organic molecules that somehow began to replicate themselves and pass along a genetic formula. Or so goes the thinking behind the RNA World, one of the most robust hypotheses of the origin of life.
Researchers solve a materials mystery key to next-generation electronic devices :: Lennon and McCartney. Abbott and Costello. Peanut butter and jelly.
Researchers solve a materials mystery key to next-generation electronic devices :: Writing today in the journal Nature Materials, Chang-Beom Eom and his collaborators provided evidence of a hole gas coexisting with two-dimensional electron gas. They designed an ultrathin material, known as a thin film structure, specifically for this research.
Researchers take important step toward gonorrhea vaccine :: Researchers are paving the way toward a new therapeutic approach for gonorrhea by shedding light on the mechanism behind important proteins on the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria's outer membrane.
Researchers take important step toward gonorrhea vaccine :: Researchers are paving the way toward a new therapeutic approach for gonorrhea by shedding light on the mechanism behind important proteins on the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria's outer membrane.
Researchers take terahertz data links around the bend :: A new study shows terahertz data links are possible even without direct line-of-sight between transmitter and receiver, a promising finding for future ultra-high-capacity terahertz data networks.
Researchers take terahertz data links around the bend :: A new study shows terahertz data links are possible even without direct line-of-sight between transmitter and receiver, a promising finding for future ultra-high-capacity terahertz data networks.
Researchers take terahertz data links around the bend :: An off-the-wall new study by Brown University researchers shows that terahertz frequency data links can bounce around a room without dropping too much data. The results are good news for the feasibility of future terahertz wireless data networks, which have the potential to carry many times more data than current networks.
Researchers take terahertz data links around the bend :: An off-the-wall new study by Brown University researchers shows that terahertz frequency data links can bounce around a room without dropping too much data. The results are good news for the feasibility of future terahertz wireless data networks, which have the potential to carry many times more data than current networks.
Researchers: More profit, as well as human lives, if we replace tobacco farms with solar. :: Think the increase in revenue will influence some farmers to make the switch? Read More
Researchers: More profit, as well as human lives, if we replace tobacco farms with solar. :: Think the increase in revenue will influence some farmers to make the switch? Read More
Reversing severe bone loss :: Researchers have identified a treatment for a rare bone loss disorder that might also lead to help for aging brittle bones.
Reversing severe bone loss :: Researchers have identified a treatment for a rare bone loss disorder that might also lead to help for aging brittle bones.
Reversing severe bone loss :: Researchers have identified a treatment for a rare bone loss disorder that might also lead to help for aging brittle bones.
Reversing severe bone loss :: Researchers have identified a treatment for a rare bone loss disorder that might also lead to help for aging brittle bones.
Ribosomes found to induce somatic cell pluripotency :: In 2012, a Japanese research group discovered that human skin cells acquire pluripotency when introduced to lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus acidophilus). Now, the same group of researchers has found that the cause of somatic cell conversion into pluripotent stem cells is the ribosome, a protein synthesizing cellular organelle.
Ribosomes found to induce somatic cell pluripotency :: In 2012, a Japanese research group discovered that human skin cells acquire pluripotency when introduced to lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus acidophilus). Now, the same group of researchers has found that the cause of somatic cell conversion into pluripotent stem cells is the ribosome, a protein synthesizing cellular organelle.
Ribosomes found to induce somatic cell pluripotency :: In 2012, a Japanese research group discovered that human skin cells acquire pluripotency when introduced to lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus acidophilus). Now, the same group of researchers have found that the cause of somatic cell conversion into pluripotent stem cells is the ribosome, a protein synthesizing cellular organelle.
Ribosomes found to induce somatic cell pluripotency :: In 2012, a Japanese research group discovered that human skin cells acquire pluripotency when introduced to lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus acidophilus). Now, the same group of researchers have found that the cause of somatic cell conversion into pluripotent stem cells is the ribosome, a protein synthesizing cellular organelle.
Ridesharing may not reduce number of missed medical appointments, Penn study finds :: The high number of low-income patients missing medical appointments because of unreliable transportation has led to partnerships between health care systems and ridesharing companies, such as Uber and Lyft, in an effort to ease travel and boost attendance. However, a new study from Penn Medicine researchers published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that offering a free Lyft ride to Medicaid patien
Risk assessment tool can now better predict pressure injuries in children :: Pressure-related skin injuries, a nurse-sensitive quality indicator in hospitals, are associated with increased morbidity and higher costs of care. There's been much attention focused on hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) in the adult population. However, while preventable, immobility-related and medical device-related pressure injuries (MDPI) also occur in hospitalized infants and childre
Risk assessment tool can now better predict pressure injuries in children :: Pressure-related skin injuries, a nurse-sensitive quality indicator in hospitals, are associated with increased morbidity and higher costs of care. There's been much attention focused on hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) in the adult population. However, while preventable, immobility-related and medical device-related pressure injuries (MDPI) also occur in hospitalized infants and childre
Risk assessment tool can now better predict pressure injuries in children :: Pressure-related skin injuries, a nurse-sensitive quality indicator in hospitals, are associated with increased morbidity and higher costs of care. There's been much attention focused on hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) in the adult population. However, while preventable, immobility-related and medical device-related pressure injuries (MDPI) also occur in hospitalized infants and childre
Risks in using electronic management systems at universities :: New electronic management systems provide educational support, help establish effective monitoring of students' achievements both online and offline, can receive and analyze reports on student performance, and track academic progress. However, advances in digital technologies and changes in teaching methods in higher educational institutions require quick adaptation of staff members to innovations
Risks in using electronic management systems at universities :: New electronic management systems provide educational support, help establish effective monitoring of students' achievements both online and offline, can receive and analyze reports on student performance, and track academic progress. However, advances in digital technologies and changes in teaching methods in higher educational institutions require quick adaptation of staff members to innovations
Risky Antipsychotic Drugs Still Overprescribed In Nursing Homes :: Too many people with dementia are being given sedating drugs to make them easier to handle in understaffed facilities, a new study finds, despite federal warnings to stop the practice. (Image credit: Bruno Ehrs/Getty Images)
Risky Antipsychotic Drugs Still Overprescribed In Nursing Homes :: Too many people with dementia are being given sedating drugs to make them easier to handle in understaffed facilities, a new study finds, despite federal warnings to stop the practice. (Image credit: Bruno Ehrs/Getty Images)
Robotic fish can 'see' and mimic live fish :: Researchers tapped advances in real-time tracking software and robotics to design and test the first closed-loop control system featuring a bioinspired robotic replica interacting in three dimensions with live zebrafish. The system allows the robotic replica to both 'see' and mimic the behavior of live zebrafish in real time. Robots previously have been deployed alongside live animals to better un
Romney Is Already Being Considered for a Republican Leadership Position :: Mitt Romney hasn’t even officially announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate, yet Republican leadership is already seeing stars. According to a Republican donor with direct knowledge, Senate GOP leaders have expressed an early interest in having Romney succeed Colorado Senator Cory Gardner as chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee. The role involves leading the Senate GOP’s fundra
Round-the-clock power from smart bowties :: Innovative diode design uses ultrafast quantum tunneling to harvest infrared energy from the environment.
Rumraket sender Tesla-stifter tættere på drømmen om koloni på Mars :: – Jeg frygtede en kæmpe-eksplosion ude på rampen, siger manden bag opsendelsen af verdens kraftigste raket.
Russia at the Winter Olympics: Decision to Ban Some Athletes Changes Yet Again :: More than a dozen Russian athletes who recently had their lifetime bans from the Olympics overturned may not be allowed to compete in this year's Winter Olympics after all.
Russian hackers hunt hi-tech secrets, exploiting US weakness :: Russian cyberspies pursuing the secrets of military drones and other sensitive U.S. defense technology tricked key contract workers into exposing their email to theft, an Associated Press investigation has found.
Satellite-based earthquake early warning system tested against Chilean great quakes :: Researchers testing a satellite-based earthquake early warning system developed for the U.S. West Coast found that the system performed well in a "replay" of three large earthquakes that occurred in Chile between 2010 and 2015. Their results, reported in the journal Seismological Research Letters, suggest that such a system could provide early warnings of ground shaking and tsunamis for Chile's co
Satellite-based earthquake early warning system tested against Chilean great quakes :: Researchers testing a satellite-based earthquake early warning system developed for the U.S. West Coast found that the system performed well in a "replay" of three large earthquakes that occurred in Chile between 2010 and 2015. Their results, reported in the journal Seismological Research Letters, suggest that such a system could provide early warnings of ground shaking and tsunamis for Chile's co
Satellite-based earthquake early warning system tested against Chilean great quakes :: Researchers testing a satellite-based earthquake early warning system developed for the US West Coast found that the system performed well in a 'replay' of three large earthquakes that occurred in Chile between 2010 and 2015.
Satellite-based earthquake early warning system tested against Chilean great quakes :: Researchers testing a satellite-based earthquake early warning system developed for the US West Coast found that the system performed well in a 'replay' of three large earthquakes that occurred in Chile between 2010 and 2015.
Scammers Are Stealing Bitcoin on Twitter With a Classic Scheme :: A new twist on the classic Nigerian Prince scheme has jumped from gaming communities to Twitter. And now it's spreading.
ScienceTake: How the Snake Pours Its Way Across the Ground :: Laboratory tests of a 70-year-old hypothesis illuminate the details of a subtle form of snake locomotion.
ScienceTake: How the Snake Pours Its Way Across the Ground :: Laboratory tests of a 70-year-old hypothesis illuminate the details of a subtle form of snake locomotion.
Scientists are tracking how the flu moves through a college campus :: Researchers are following the spread of viruses and illness among students in a cluster of University of Maryland dorms to learn more about how the bugs infect.
Scientists can now measure activity of key cancer cell-survival protein :: A recent study from the University of Michigan Life Sciences Institute and the University of California, San Francisco, has opened new options to further develop a potential cancer-fighting therapy, clearing an early hurdle in the lengthy drug-discovery process. The findings, published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, reveal new ways to measure the activity of a protein that is associated w
Scientists capture exploding beetles' amazing escapes from toads' stomachs :: Bombardier beetles observed causing audible toxic explosions inside toads stomachs causing them to vomit their lunch to freedom The toad’s reaction to the explosion deep in its stomach is not instantaneous. But in time the body shakes, the mouth opens, and the culprit is expelled: a mucus-covered beetle that will live to fight another day. Japanese scientists captured footage of the great escape
Scientists crack structure of enzyme complex linked to cancer :: A research team has solved the crystal structure for an enzyme that plays a key role in DNA methylation, the process by which methyl groups are added to the DNA molecule. The breakthrough reveals how the enzyme recognizes and methylates its substrates. In humans, errors in methylation have been associated with various diseases, including cancer. DNA methylation also critically influences plant and
Scientists crack structure of enzyme complex linked to cancer :: A research team led by a biochemist at the University of California, Riverside has solved the crystal structure for an enzyme that plays a key role in DNA methylation, the process by which methyl groups are added to the DNA molecule. The breakthrough reveals how the enzyme recognizes and methylates its substrates. In humans, errors in methylation have been associated with various diseases, includi
Scientists discover a molecular timer based on stalling ribosomes :: A molecular biologist from Lomonosov Moscow State University and international colleagues discovered a special mechanism of protein synthesis regulation that they called a "molecular timer." It controls the number of protein molecules produced by a cell and prevents the generation of extra molecules. When activated with drugs, such a timer may help efficiently combat cancerous tumors. The study wa
Scientists discover ancient Mayan city hidden under Guatemalan jungle :: Aerial laser mapping detects thousands of hidden structures in Peten region, suggesting its population was millions more than previously thought Researchers using a high-tech aerial mapping technique have found tens of thousands of previously undetected Mayan houses, buildings, defence works and pyramids in the dense jungle of Guatemala’s Peten region, suggesting that millions more people lived t
Scientists discover off-switch for 'molecular machine' active in many diseases :: A discovery by Queensland scientists could be the key to stopping damage caused by uncontrolled inflammation in a range of common diseases including liver disease, Alzheimer's and gout.University of Queensland researchers have uncovered how an inflammation process automatically switches off in healthy cells, and are now investigating ways to stop it manually when it goes awry.
Scientists discover off-switch for 'molecular machine' active in many diseases :: A discovery by Queensland scientists could be the key to stopping damage caused by uncontrolled inflammation in a range of common diseases including liver disease, Alzheimer's and gout.University of Queensland researchers have uncovered how an inflammation process automatically switches off in healthy cells, and are now investigating ways to stop it manually when it goes awry.
Scientists discover off-switch for 'molecular machine' active in many diseases :: A discovery could be the key to stopping damage caused by uncontrolled inflammation in a range of common diseases including liver disease, Alzheimer's and gout. Researchers have uncovered how an inflammation process automatically switches off in healthy cells, and are now investigating ways to stop it manually when it goes awry.
Scientists explain the impacts of aerosol radiative forcing :: Aerosol optical properties and direct radiative effects on surface irradiance were examined using seven years (2006-2012) of Cimel sunphotometer data collected at Panyu–the main atmospheric composition monitoring station in the Pearl River Delta (PRD) region of China. Optical properties and radiative impacts of the absorbing particles can be used to improve the accuracy of inversion algorithms fo
Scientists explain the impacts of aerosol radiative forcing :: Aerosols are colloids of tiny solid or liquid particles suspended in the atmosphere. Their diameters typically range between 0.001 and 100 μm. Aerosols are recognized as a major factor influencing global and regional climate change owing to their ability to scatter and absorb solar radiation. Indirectly, they modulate Earth's energy balance by altering cloud properties—in particular, cloud droplet
Scientists explain the impacts of aerosol radiative forcing :: Aerosols are colloids of tiny solid or liquid particles suspended in the atmosphere. Their diameters typically range between 0.001 and 100 μm. Aerosols are recognized as a major factor influencing global and regional climate change owing to their ability to scatter and absorb solar radiation. Indirectly, they modulate Earth's energy balance by altering cloud properties—in particular, cloud droplet
Scientists find massive Mayan society under Guatemala jungle :: Researchers using a high-tech aerial mapping technique have found tens of thousands of previously undetected Mayan houses, buildings, defense works and pyramids in the dense jungle of Guatemala's Peten region, suggesting that millions more people lived there than previously thought.
Scientists find massive reserves of mercury hidden in permafrost :: Researchers have discovered permafrost in the northern hemisphere stores massive amounts of natural mercury, a finding with significant implications for human health and ecosystems worldwide.
Scientists find massive reserves of mercury hidden in permafrost :: Researchers have discovered permafrost in the northern hemisphere stores massive amounts of natural mercury, a finding with significant implications for human health and ecosystems worldwide.
Scientists find strong link between climate change and wildfires :: Wildfires in western states have been increasing in number and severity over the past few decades. They cause severe destruction to property, sometimes harm or kill people, and cost a lot of money to local and state governments. One recent wildfire in the news, the Thomas Fire in California, has burned through more than 379 square miles and incurred damages greater than $110.2 million. Preventing
Scientists found and studied complex types of defects in the droplets of liquid crystals :: A team of scientists from Kirensky Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of Russian Academy of Science and Siberian Federal University (SFU) together with Russian and foreign colleagues studied droplets of a cholesteric liquid crystal that contained a twisted defect loop. The results of the study were published in Scientific Reports.
Scientists halt breast cancer spread :: Scientists have discovered that an amino acid called asparagine is essential for breast cancer spread, and by restricting it, cancer cells stopped invading other parts of the body in mice, according to research part-funded by Cancer Research UK and published in the journal Nature today.
Scientists have discovered where anxiety comes from :: Anxiety disorders are common. Yet, many find current treatments methods only partially effective. Read More
Scientists make it possible to rank the risk of resistance genes :: A new study published in Nature Communications will help to predict antibiotic resistance evolution and thus guide future drug development. The genes that equip bacteria with resistance to clinically used antibiotics have been found in many natural environments. Nevertheless, a functional overview of the resistance genes found in common human bacterial pathogens has been missing so far.
Scientists make it possible to rank the risk of resistance genes :: A new study published in Nature Communications will help to predict antibiotic resistance evolution and thus guide future drug development.
Scientists make it possible to rank the risk of resistance genes :: A new study published in Nature Communications will help to predict antibiotic resistance evolution and thus guide future drug development.
Scientists make it possible to rank the risk of resistance genes :: A new study will help to predict antibiotic resistance evolution and thus guide future drug development.
Scientists make it possible to rank the risk of resistance genes :: A new study will help to predict antibiotic resistance evolution and thus guide future drug development.
Scientists rearrange 'chaotic' citrus family tree :: Oranges, grapefruit, lemons and limes are all hybrids, mixed and matched from 10 "wild" citrus species descended from a single Asian ancestor some eight million years ago, scientists said Wednesday.
Scientists report big improvements in HIV vaccine production :: Research on HIV has led to many promising ideas for vaccines to prevent infection by the AIDS virus, but very few candidate vaccines have been tested in clinical trials. One reason is the technical difficulty of manufacturing vaccines based on the envelope proteins of the virus, according to vaccine expert Phil Berman, who has now developed new methods for the production of HIV vaccines.
Scientists successfully test new, safer titanium plate for bone tissue repair :: For the first time, patented titanium fiber plates developed by engineers for medical use were put to the test in an animal model. Researchers have found that, unlike conventional plates, the titanium fiber plates do not cause bone embrittlement after close contact with the bone for prolonged periods. This could eliminate the need for plate extraction and the associate surgical risks.
Scientists successfully test new, safer titanium plate for bone tissue repair :: For the first time, patented titanium fiber plates developed by Japanese engineers for medical use were put to the test in an animal model.Researchers from Shinshu University found that, unlike conventional plates, the titanium fiber plates do not cause bone embrittlement after close contact with the bone for prolonged periods. This could eliminate the need for plate extraction and the associate s
Scientists target glioma cancer stem cells, which could improve patient survival :: Brain tumors are responsible for 25 percent of cancer-related deaths in children and young adults. Despite initial response to treatment, most aggressive brain tumors eventually recur and are ultimately incurable. Multiple studies suggest that cancer stem cells within these tumors resist therapy and are responsible for tumor recurrences. Researchers have devised a strategy to treat these tumors by
Scientists target glioma cancer stem cells, which could improve patient survival :: Brain tumors are responsible for 25 percent of cancer-related deaths in children and young adults. Despite initial response to treatment, most aggressive brain tumors eventually recur and are ultimately incurable. Multiple studies suggest that cancer stem cells within these tumors resist therapy and are responsible for tumor recurrences. Researchers at Dartmouth's Norris Cotton Cancer Center have
Scientists unlock the molecular secret behind long-lived bat species :: Scientists have identified part of the molecular mechanism that gives long-lived bat species their extraordinary lifespans compared to other animals. The findings published in the journal Science Advances point to the protective structures at the end of chromosomes, called telomeres.
Scientists unlock the molecular secret behind long-lived bat species :: Scientists have identified part of the molecular mechanism that gives long-lived bat species their extraordinary lifespans compared to other animals. The findings published in the journal Science Advances point to the protective structures at the end of chromosomes, called telomeres.According to the international team of scientists, in the longest-lived species of bats (Myotis) telomeres don't sho
Sea anemone sting cells could inspire new drug-delivery systems :: A multi-stage genetic process for the formation of sting cells in sea anemones could inspire a new way of delivering drugs into the human body.
Sea floor uplift after last ice age causes methane release in the Arctic today :: Present-day release of methane from an area of the Arctic Ocean is an effect of the uplift of the sea floor, rather than anthropogenic ocean warming, a new study in Nature Communications states.
Sea floor uplift after last ice age causes methane release in the Arctic today :: Present-day release of methane from an area of the Arctic Ocean is an effect of the uplift of the sea floor, rather than anthropogenic ocean warming, a new study in Nature Communications states.
Sea floor uplift after last ice age causes methane release in the Arctic today :: Present-day release of methane from an area of the Arctic Ocean is an effect of the uplift of the sea floor, rather than anthropogenic ocean warming, a new study states.
Sea floor uplift after last ice age causes methane release in the Arctic today :: Present-day release of methane from an area of the Arctic Ocean is an effect of the uplift of the sea floor, rather than anthropogenic ocean warming, a new study states.
Sea ice algae blooms in the dark :: Researchers from Aarhus University have measured a new world record: Small ice algae on the underside of the Arctic sea ice live and grow at a light level corresponding to only 0.02 percent of the light at the surface of the ice. Algae are the primary component of the Arctic food web and produce food far earlier in the year than previously thought.
Sea ice algae blooms in the dark :: Researchers from Aarhus University have measured a new world record: Small ice algae on the underside of the Arctic sea ice live and grow at a light level corresponding to only 0.02 percent of the light at the surface of the ice. Algae are the primary component of the Arctic food web and produce food far earlier in the year than previously thought.
Sea ice algae blooms in the dark :: Researchers from Aarhus University have measured a new world record: Small ice algae on the underside of the Arctic sea ice live and grow at a light level corresponding to only 0.02 percent of the light at the surface of the ice. Algae are the primary component of the Arctic food web and produce food far earlier in the year than previously thought.
Sea ice algae blooms in the dark :: Researchers have measured a new world record: Small ice algae on the underside of the Arctic sea ice live and grow at a light level corresponding to only 0.02 percent of the light at the surface of the ice. Algae are the primary component of the Arctic food web and produce food far earlier in the year than previously thought.
Sea ice algae blooms in the dark :: Researchers have measured a new world record: Small ice algae on the underside of the Arctic sea ice live and grow at a light level corresponding to only 0.02 percent of the light at the surface of the ice. Algae are the primary component of the Arctic food web and produce food far earlier in the year than previously thought.
Seafloor data point to global volcanism after Chicxulub meteor strike :: A record of volcanism preserved along ancient mid-ocean ridges provides evidence for heightened worldwide magmatic activity 66 million years ago just after the Chicxulub meteor struck Earth, according to University of Oregon scientists.
Seafloor data point to global volcanism after Chicxulub meteor strike :: A record of volcanism preserved along ancient mid-ocean ridges provides evidence for heightened worldwide magmatic activity 66 million years ago just after the Chicxulub meteor struck Earth, according to University of Oregon scientists.
Searching for meaning in your life? This Japanese concept can help you find it :: A very useful Venn diagram illustrates this concept perfectly. Read More
Searching for meaning in your life? This Japanese concept can help you find it :: A very useful Venn diagram illustrates this concept perfectly. Read More
Searching for targeted treatments for inflammatory diseases :: Inflammatory diseases such as Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis have been linked to faults in a critical immune pathway that enables inflammation to continue unchecked.Researchers from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute in Melbourne, Australia, have shed new light on how this immune response is controlled, and hope it could lead to new drugs for people with these chronic diseases.
Searching for targeted treatments for inflammatory diseases :: Inflammatory diseases such as Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis have been linked to faults in a critical immune pathway that enables inflammation to continue unchecked.Researchers from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute in Melbourne, Australia, have shed new light on how this immune response is controlled, and hope it could lead to new drugs for people with these chronic diseases.
Searching for targeted treatments for inflammatory diseases :: Inflammatory diseases such as Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis have been linked to faults in a critical immune pathway that enables inflammation to continue unchecked. Researchers have shed new light on how this immune response is controlled, and hope it could lead to new drugs for people with these chronic diseases.
Seattle says Facebook is violating law about election ads :: Facebook People BusinessFacebook is violating a Seattle law that requires the company to reveal who pays for political advertising on its influential social media platform, the city's elections watchdog said Monday.
Seattle says Facebook is violating law about election ads :: Facebook People BusinessFacebook is violating a Seattle law that requires the company to reveal who pays for political advertising on its influential social media platform, the city's elections watchdog said Monday.
Secrets of a Snake’s Belly Crawl :: New tests of an old hypothesis reveal how snakes pour themselves along the ground in a straight line.
Seeing SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket take off for the first time :: SpaceX test launched its Falcon Heavy rocket, the most powerful since the Saturn V rocket. Leah Crane went to Cape Canaveral to see it lift off up close
Self-Driving Cars' Massive Power Consumption Is Becoming a Problem :: All those computers and sensors can hurt fuel economy and range, practical problems for commercial systems.
Self-Driving Cars' Massive Power Consumption Is Becoming a Problem :: All those computers and sensors can hurt fuel economy and range, practical problems for commercial systems.
Self-sealing miniature 'wound' created by engineers :: Biomedical engineers have developed a miniature self-sealing model system for studying bleeding and the clotting of wounds. The researchers envision the device as a drug discovery platform and potential diagnostic tool.
Self-sealing miniature 'wound' created by engineers :: Biomedical engineers have developed a miniature self-sealing model system for studying bleeding and the clotting of wounds. The researchers envision the device as a drug discovery platform and potential diagnostic tool.
Senators Traded in Tobacco Stocks While Sitting on Health Committee :: Lawmakers, unlike executive branch employees, are allowed to engage in such activity — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
September 2017 earthquakes highlight successes of Mexico's early warning system :: Mexico's earthquake early warning system gave Mexico City's residents almost two minutes of warning prior to the arrival of strong seismic waves from the September 7, 2017 Tehuantepec earthquake centered off the southern coast of Mexico, according to a report in the journal Seismological Research Letters.
September 2017 earthquakes highlight successes of Mexico's early warning system :: Mexico's earthquake early warning system gave Mexico City's residents almost two minutes of warning prior to the arrival of strong seismic waves from the September 7, 2017 Tehuantepec earthquake centered off the southern coast of Mexico, according to a report in the journal Seismological Research Letters.
September 2017 earthquakes highlight successes of Mexico's early warning system :: Mexico's earthquake early warning system gave Mexico City's residents almost two minutes of warning prior to the arrival of strong seismic waves from the Sept. 7, 2017 Tehuantepec earthquake centered off the southern coast of Mexico, according to a report in the journal Seismological Research Letters.
September 2017 earthquakes highlight successes of Mexico's early warning system :: Mexico's earthquake early warning system gave Mexico City's residents almost two minutes of warning prior to the arrival of strong seismic waves from the Sept. 7, 2017 Tehuantepec earthquake centered off the southern coast of Mexico, according to a report in the journal Seismological Research Letters.
Sequential model chips away at mysteries of aircraft :: Ice accumulation on aircraft wings is a common contributing factor to airplane accidents. Most existing models focus on either ice that freezes as a thin film on the airfoil, or immediately after it impacts the wing. Researchers have announced a new model, accounting for a combination of these forms, that they hope will melt our misunderstanding of ice accretion.
Sequential model chips away at mysteries of aircraft :: Ice accumulation on aircraft wings is a common contributing factor to airplane accidents. Most existing models focus on either ice that freezes as a thin film on the airfoil, or immediately after it impacts the wing. Researchers have announced a new model, accounting for a combination of these forms, that they hope will melt our misunderstanding of ice accretion.
Sequential model chips away at mysteries of aircraft :: Ice accumulation on aircraft wings is a common contributing factor to airplane accidents. Most existing models focus on either ice that freezes as a thin film on the airfoil, or immediately after it impacts the wing. Researchers have announced a new model, accounting for a combination of these forms, that they hope will melt our misunderstanding of ice accretion. They discuss their model in this w
Sequential model chips away at mysteries of aircraft :: Ice accumulation on aircraft wings is a common contributing factor to airplane accidents. Most existing models focus on either ice that freezes as a thin film on the airfoil, or immediately after it impacts the wing. Researchers have announced a new model, accounting for a combination of these forms, that they hope will melt our misunderstanding of ice accretion. They discuss their model in this w
Sequential model chips away at mysteries of aircraft :: Ice accumulation on aircraft wings is a common contributing factor to airplane accidents. Most existing models focus on either ice that freezes as a thin film on the airfoil, or immediately after it impacts the wing. Researchers have announced a new model, accounting for a combination of these forms, that they hope will melt our misunderstanding of ice accretion.
Sequential model chips away at mysteries of aircraft :: Ice accumulation on aircraft wings is a common contributing factor to airplane accidents. Most existing models focus on either ice that freezes as a thin film on the airfoil, or immediately after it impacts the wing. Researchers have announced a new model, accounting for a combination of these forms, that they hope will melt our misunderstanding of ice accretion.
Serious shortcomings in aging tests of new solar cell materials :: Researchers at Aalto University have analyzed 261 aging tests conducted on perovskite and dye-sensitized solar cells. Major shortcomings were discovered in both how the results had been reported and how tests had been implemented.The researchers have written a detailed checklist for doing high-quality aging tests and how to take testing conditions into consideration and how to select the measureme
Serious shortcomings in aging tests of new solar cell materials :: Researchers at Aalto University have analyzed 261 aging tests conducted on perovskite and dye-sensitized solar cells. Major shortcomings were discovered in both how the results had been reported and how tests had been implemented.The researchers have written a detailed checklist for doing high-quality aging tests and how to take testing conditions into consideration and how to select the measureme
Serious shortcomings in aging tests of new solar cell materials :: Researchers at Aalto University have found that only a fraction of stability tests done on new types of solar cells meet proper requirements. Tests lack common standards and should have been done in real-world conditions and in groups of several cells.
Serious shortcomings in aging tests of new solar cell materials :: Researchers at Aalto University have found that only a fraction of stability tests done on new types of solar cells meet proper requirements. Tests lack common standards and should have been done in real-world conditions and in groups of several cells.
Severe pre-eclampsia often leads to undetected high blood pressure after pregnancy :: Hypertension commonly occurs in the year following pregnancy among women who had severe pre-eclampsia during pregnancy. The lingering hypertension may go unnoticed because it often doesn't present as classic high readings in the doctor's office. Offering post-pregnancy ambulatory blood pressure monitoring to all women who have severe pre-eclampsia may help detect those whose blood pressures might
SF: Afsæt en milliard til historiens værste jordforureninger :: SF vil finde en milliard på finansloven nu og her til oprensning af især Grindsted-forurening. Men regeringen vil vente til 2019.
Shark tourism a 'hook' for conservation :: Cage diving with an apex predator such as a white shark is a high adrenaline experience, but it can also change participants' views on shark conservation once they're back on dry land.
Shoals of sticklebacks differ in their collective personalities :: Research from the University of Cambridge has revealed that, among schooling fish, groups can have different collective personalities, with some shoals sticking closer together, being better coordinated, and showing clearer leadership than others.
Shoals of sticklebacks differ in their collective personalities :: Research from the University of Cambridge has revealed that, among schooling fish, groups can have different collective personalities, with some shoals sticking closer together, being better coordinated, and showing clearer leadership than others.
Shoals of sticklebacks differ in their collective personalities :: Research has revealed that, among schooling fish, groups can have different collective personalities, with some shoals sticking closer together, being better coordinated, and showing clearer leadership than others.
Should marijuana really be banned from the Olympics? :: The list of substances banned from Olympic competition is staggering. Marijuana is on the list, but derivative cannabinoids aren't. Whats going on, and should marijuana even be banned? Read More
Showtime for SpaceX's big new rocket with sports car on top :: SpaceX's big new rocket stood ready to blast off on its first test flight Tuesday, as crowds began gathering at daybreak for the afternoon launch debut.
Showtime for SpaceX's big new rocket with sports car on top :: SpaceX's big new rocket stood ready to blast off on its first test flight Tuesday, as crowds began gathering at daybreak for the afternoon launch debut.
Sick bees eat healthier :: Dr Lori Lach, Senior Lecturer at JCU, said the study compared the feeding habits of healthy bees to those infected with the gut parasite Nosema ceranae.
Sick bees eat healthier :: James Cook University scientists in Queensland, Australia have shown that sick bees try to look after themselves by eating healthy food.
Simple molecule could prevent, alleviate pre-diabetes :: Restoring levels of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ), a key molecule in energy production in cells, could overcome insulin resistance or pre-diabetes — a precursor to type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Simple molecule could prevent, alleviate pre-diabetes :: Restoring levels of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ), a key molecule in energy production in cells, could overcome insulin resistance or pre-diabetes — a precursor to type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Simulation Hypothesis, Efficiency And The Hard Problem :: submitted by /u/keyuno [link] [comments]
Singapore risks destroying past in race to build: top archaeologist :: Singapore faces a race against time to save its past, according to its top archaeologist, who warns relentless development in the land-scarce city-state comes at a heavy price.
Singapore risks destroying past in race to build: top archaeologist :: Singapore faces a race against time to save its past, according to its top archaeologist, who warns relentless development in the land-scarce city-state comes at a heavy price.
Skyrmions open a door to next-level data storage :: Skyrmions are tiny magnetic swirls that are hard to undo and may be perfect for miniaturizing electronics.
Skæbnedag for Falcon Heavy – verdens største raket med Tesla ombord :: Kærkommen evolution med en ærgerlig nyttelast, siger DTU space-forsker. Følg opsendelsen i aften på Ing.dk og stil spørgsmål til forskeren.
Skæbnedag for Falcon Heavy – verdens største raket med Tesla ombord :: Kærkommen evolution med en ærgerlig nyttelast, siger DTU space-forsker. Følg opsendelsen i aften på Ing.dk og stil spørgsmål til forskeren.
Sleepless in Latin America: Blind cavefish, extreme environments and insomnia :: A new study has found that differences in the production of the neuropeptide Hypocretin, previously implicated in human narcolepsy, may explain variation in sleep between animal species, or even between individual people. It may also provide important insight into the evolution of sleep and how we might build a brain that does not need to sleep.
Sleepless in Latin America: Blind cavefish, extreme environments and insomnia :: A new study has found that differences in the production of the neuropeptide Hypocretin, previously implicated in human narcolepsy, may explain variation in sleep between animal species, or even between individual people. It may also provide important insight into the evolution of sleep and how we might build a brain that does not need to sleep.
Sleepless in Latin America: Blind cavefish, extreme environments and insomnia :: A study led by researchers from Florida Atlantic University has found that differences in the production of the neuropeptide Hypocretin, previously implicated in human narcolepsy, may explain variation in sleep between animal species, or even between individual people. It may also provide important insight into the evolution of sleep and how we might build a brain that does not need to sleep.
Sleepless in Latin America: Blind cavefish, extreme environments and insomnia :: A study led by researchers from Florida Atlantic University has found that differences in the production of the neuropeptide Hypocretin, previously implicated in human narcolepsy, may explain variation in sleep between animal species, or even between individual people. It may also provide important insight into the evolution of sleep and how we might build a brain that does not need to sleep.
Small birds have more efficient wing strokes than bats :: Small birds are more energy-efficient than bats when flying. Researchers previously believed this was due to air resistance created by the bats' ears. However, biologists have now discovered another reason.
Small birds have more efficient wing strokes than bats :: Small birds are more energy-efficient than bats when flying. Researchers previously believed this was due to air resistance created by the bats' ears. However, biologists at Lund University in Sweden have now discovered another reason.
Small birds have more efficient wing strokes than bats :: Small birds are more energy-efficient than bats when flying. Researchers previously believed this was due to air resistance created by the bats' ears. However, biologists at Lund University in Sweden have now discovered another reason.
Small errors, fatal consequences :: In Germany, every year more than 100,000 cases of illness are statistically recorded whose pathogen can be transferred via food. These reported cases are only the tip of the iceberg, however, as the actual number is estimated to be well over a million. The majority of infections are probably caused by food and for this reason, the proper handling of food in communal catering facilities and restaur
Small errors, fatal consequences :: In Germany, every year more than 100,000 cases of illness are statistically recorded whose pathogen can be transferred via food. These reported cases are only the tip of the iceberg, however, as the actual number is estimated to be well over a million. The majority of infections are probably caused by food and for this reason, the proper handling of food in communal catering facilities and restaur
Small molecule could make a big difference for arthritis patients :: Scientists at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have discovered a molecule that enhances cartilage regeneration and decreases inflammation.
Smart home unit Nest is spun back into Google :: Nest Google HardwareGoogle is taking back Nest, the smart home unit of parent firm Alphabet, as part of an effort by the tech giant to battle rivals like Amazon and its Alexa digital assistant.
Smart new method to manufacture organic solar cells :: The ability to use cheap materials and simple manufacturing methods are two huge advantages of printed organic solar cells. Scientists have now developed an even simpler method to manufacture solar cell modules.
Smart new method to manufacture organic solar cells :: The ability to use cheap materials and simple manufacturing methods are two huge advantages of printed organic solar cells. Olle Inganäs, professor at Linköping University, is head of a research group that has now developed an even simpler method to manufacture solar cell modules. The results have been published in the scientific journal npj Flexible Electronics.
Smartly containing the cloud increases computing efficiency, says first-of-its-kind study :: Researchers discovered ways to further improve computing efficiency using management tools for cloud-based light-weight virtual machine replacements called containers.
Smartly containing the cloud increases computing efficiency, says first-of-its-kind study :: Virginia Tech researchers discovered ways to further improve computing efficiency using management tools for cloud-based light-weight virtual machine replacements called containers.
Smartly containing the cloud increases computing efficiency, says first-of-its-kind study :: Virginia Tech researchers discovered ways to further improve computing efficiency using management tools for cloud-based light-weight virtual machine replacements called containers.
Snapback for Snap on upside revenue surprise :: Snapchat parent company Snap Inc. saw a big snapback in shares Tuesday as the youth-oriented social network reported stronger-than-expected revenue growth.
Snapchat, Wickr, Confide: How Ephemeral Messaging Threatens History :: WIRED columnist Felix Salmon on the problem with disappearing-messaging apps.
Snapchat, Wickr, Confide: How Ephemeral Messaging Threatens History :: WIRED columnist Felix Salmon on the problem with disappearing-messaging apps.
Snart er din computer en del af dine briller :: Google var for tidligt ude med Google Glass. Men næste bølge af briller, der lægger et digitalt lag oven på virkeligheden, er så småt på vej.
So men are dying because they don’t have women’s brains? Show me the evidence :: Mortality rates for prostate cancer are rising, but not because of any neurological determinism It is the crossover moment. For the first time, more men are dying of prostate cancer than women are from breast cancer. Any GP surgery will offer a blood test to check a man’s prostate-specific antigen (PSA) indicating cancer. All men have to do is ask. The trouble is that, as we all know, men are fro
So, China has put a railgun on a warship. Should America be worried? :: Pictures of the secretive and extremely high-powered weapon have appeared on Chinese social media. Read More
SoftBank's profits soar on sales growth, Sprint improvement :: Japanese internet and energy company SoftBank Group Corp. is reporting a more than 11-fold surge in profit for the fiscal third quarter thanks to strong sales and to improved results from U.S. carrier Sprint.
Softwarefirma om GDPR: Vi skal finde på workarounds for at opfylde reglerne :: Der mangler forståelse for, hvordan reglerne i Persondataforordningen fungerer i praksis, mener CEO.
Soil characteristics may be related to chronic wasting disease persistence, study finds :: Deer infected with chronic wasting disease are doomed to a slow and certain death, eventually wasting away as they lose the ability to eat and drink. There is no cure and no vaccine, and the number of infected deer continues to rise every year. But University of Illinois scientists recently published a new study that could help explain the movement of the disease across the landscape.
Soil characteristics may be related to chronic wasting disease persistence, study finds :: Deer infected with chronic wasting disease are doomed to a slow and certain death, eventually wasting away as they lose the ability to eat and drink. There is no cure and no vaccine, and the number of infected deer continues to rise every year. But University of Illinois scientists recently published a new study that could help explain the movement of the disease across the landscape.
Soil characteristics may be related to chronic wasting disease persistence, study finds :: Deer infected with chronic wasting disease are doomed to a slow and certain death, eventually wasting away as they lose the ability to eat and drink. There is no cure and no vaccine, and the number of infected deer continues to rise every year. But scientists recently published a new study that could help explain the movement of the disease across the landscape.
Soil characteristics may be related to chronic wasting disease persistence, study finds :: Deer infected with chronic wasting disease are doomed to a slow and certain death, eventually wasting away as they lose the ability to eat and drink. There is no cure and no vaccine, and the number of infected deer continues to rise every year. But scientists recently published a new study that could help explain the movement of the disease across the landscape.
Some more on dog cognition from that special issue of Current Directions in Psychological Science. This time on object permanence. :: submitted by /u/markmana [link] [comments]
Some of TRAPPIST-1’s planets could have life-friendly atmospheres :: The seven planets orbiting TRAPPIST-1 are probably rocky and some may have life-friendly atmospheres, two new papers suggest.
Some people with diabetes lack blood sugar ‘awareness’ :: New research sheds light on why many type 1 diabetics fail to respond to potentially dangerous drops in their blood sugar levels. The brains of people with type 1 diabetes react differently to low blood sugar compared with healthy adults, the researchers say. “There is a progressive loss of coordinated brain response to low blood sugar…" In healthy, non-diabetic adults, a drop in blood sugar stim
Some people with diabetes lack blood sugar ‘awareness’ :: New research sheds light on why many type 1 diabetics fail to respond to potentially dangerous drops in their blood sugar levels. The brains of people with type 1 diabetes react differently to low blood sugar compared with healthy adults, the researchers say. “There is a progressive loss of coordinated brain response to low blood sugar…" In healthy, non-diabetic adults, a drop in blood sugar stim
Some people with epilepsy can learn to stop their own seizures :: Alertness training seems to help some people with epilepsy to stop themselves from having seizures, and has been linked to changes in their brain structure
Some people with epilepsy can learn to stop their own seizures :: Alertness training seems to help some people with epilepsy to stop themselves from having seizures, and has been linked to changes in their brain structure
Something's Off About This Slow-Motion Bullet Video :: It's time to do some physics-based forensics.
South Africa needs good water management—not new water laws :: Because water is shared by everyone, there have to be some rules to govern the way it is used. But it's a difficult resource and when things go wrong, the temptation is to blame the unpredictable water – or the rules.
South Africa needs good water management—not new water laws :: Because water is shared by everyone, there have to be some rules to govern the way it is used. But it's a difficult resource and when things go wrong, the temptation is to blame the unpredictable water – or the rules.
South Korea says North Korea won’t stop hacking its cryptocurrency exchanges ::
Space Photos of the Week: The Curiosity Rover Snaps a Selfie on Mars :: The Mars rover is driving along the Vera Rubin ridge, a slope rich in clay minerals that require water to form.
Space sports car now flying toward asteroid belt beyond Mars :: Elon Musk SpaceXThe world's first space sports car is cruising toward the asteroid belt, well beyond Mars.
SpaceX beams cool video of Tesla in space :: What a fine view of Mother Earth and what a smooth ride.
SpaceX bucks launch tradition in 1st flight of new rocket :: SpaceX is bucking decades of launch tradition for the first test flight of its new megarocket.
SpaceX counts down to first launch of Falcon Heavy rocket :: SpaceX Falcon HeavySpaceX counted down Tuesday to the first ever launch of the world's most powerful rocket in operation, the Falcon Heavy, which could someday carry supplies to the Moon or even Mars.
SpaceX counts down to first launch of Falcon Heavy rocket :: SpaceX Falcon HeavySpaceX counted down Tuesday to the first ever launch of the world's most powerful rocket in operation, the Falcon Heavy, which could someday carry supplies to the Moon or even Mars.
SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch: gigantic rocket set for first test – live :: Watch live: A heavy-duty rocket from Elon Musk’s private company will launch for the first time and aims to make spaceflight cheaper and easier Report: Elon Musk seeks to revive Apollo era with Falcon Heavy rocket test Sign up: Get Lab Notes, our weekly science update 8.44pm GMT The rocket is shrouded in steam and mist, T-minus 30 seconds, a huge cheer. 8.44pm GMT The rocket is on internal power.
SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch: gigantic rocket set for first test – live :: Watch live: A heavy-duty rocket from Elon Musk’s private company will launch for the first time and aims to make spaceflight cheaper and easier Report: Elon Musk seeks to revive Apollo era with Falcon Heavy rocket test Sign up: Get Lab Notes, our weekly science update 8.44pm GMT The rocket is shrouded in steam and mist, T-minus 30 seconds, a huge cheer. 8.44pm GMT The rocket is on internal power.
SpaceX Falcon Heavy Rocket Will Attempt a Triple Landing :: If successful, the rocket’s first test flight will include three boosters flying back to Earth — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
SpaceX Falcon Heavy: What's Up with the Giant Rocket? :: A humongous rocket is about to launch into space today (Feb. 6), if all goes as planned, according to SpaceX.
SpaceX Falcon Heavy: What's Up with the Giant Rocket? :: A humongous rocket is about to launch into space today (Feb. 6), if all goes as planned, according to SpaceX.
SpaceX just launched its biggest rocket for the first time :: SpaceX just launched the Falcon Heavy — the most powerful rocket since the Saturn V — for the first time.
SpaceX oddity: how Elon Musk sent a car towards Mars :: A Starman sitting in a tin can is currently navigating the heavens, soundtracked by David Bowie. How did it – and we – get there? Video: watch the launch of the Falcon Heavy rocket It takes a beat or two for the brain to compute. The image is startling, incongruous, barmy. A car floats in space. At the wheel is a spacesuit, seatbelt on. Earth hangs behind it. The two objects don’t work together.
SpaceX poised to launch 'world's most powerful rocket' :: SpaceX Falcon HeavySpaceX is poised for the first test launch Tuesday of its Falcon Heavy, which aims to become the world's most powerful rocket, capable of ferrying people to the Moon or Mars some day.
SpaceX Prepares To Launch Powerful Falcon Heavy Rocket :: A rocket more powerful than any other in use today is scheduled to launch before 4:00 p.m. ET Tuesday, complete with a cherry red Tesla car on board. (Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
SpaceX Prepares To Launch Powerful Falcon Heavy Rocket :: A rocket more powerful than any other in use today is scheduled to launch before 4:00 p.m. ET Tuesday, complete with a cherry red Tesla car on board. (Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
SpaceX rocket set to overshoot Mars and hurtle towards asteroid belt :: Tesla sports car was launched by Falcon Heavy rocket on Tuesday SpaceX mission originally planned to end in Mars-like orbit Elon Musk’s cherry red Tesla sports car and its dummy test pilot Starman were on a new course hurtling towards the asteroid belt on Wednesday after overshooting their planned trajectory. Just hours after Tuesday’s spectacular launch from Florida of Falcon Heavy, the world’s
SpaceX Set To Launch World's Most Powerful Rocket :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyThe company is getting ready for the first flight of its massive Falcon Heavy. It will be the most powerful rocket in use — if it doesn't blow up. (Image credit: SpaceX)
SpaceX 'Starman' at wheel of sports car flying on new rocket :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyA SpaceX "Starman" is aboard the company's new rocket that's set to make its launch debut from Florida
SpaceX Successfully Launches the Falcon Heavy—And Elon Musk's Roadster :: The Falcon Heavy rocket is now the most powerful launch vehicle in the world.
SpaceX: Elon Musk seeks to revive Apollo era with Falcon Heavy rocket test :: SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy will be the most powerful to leave Earth since the Saturn V in the 1970s – and will hurl a Tesla electric car into space SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch – live The most powerful rocket to leave Earth in a generation is set for its maiden flight from Florida on Tuesday, its whimsical payload lending a touch of showmanship to a pioneering test mission that could have significant im
SpaceX: Elon Musk seeks to revive Apollo era with Falcon Heavy rocket test :: SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy will be the most powerful to leave Earth since the Saturn V in the 1970s – and will hurl a Tesla electric car into space SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch – live The most powerful rocket to leave Earth in a generation is set for its maiden flight from Florida on Tuesday, its whimsical payload lending a touch of showmanship to a pioneering test mission that could have significant im
SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy launch was (mostly) a success :: Falcon Heavy SpaceXSpace There's a car in space right now. Patience was in short supply during the leg-jiggling, finger-tapping, tension-filled hours before the launch of the Falcon Heavy.
SpaceX’s monster rocket success will make big launches affordable ::
SpaceX’s rocket test wasn’t a complete success – but was close :: Falcon Heavy SpaceXSpaceX's historic launch wasn't 100 per cent successful, but there is now a Tesla Roadster floating on an orbit between Mars and Jupiter
SpaceX's big new rocket blasts off, puts sports car in space :: SpaceX Launch RocketSpaceX's big new rocket blasted off Tuesday on its first test flight, carrying a red electric sports car aiming for an endless road trip past Mars.
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Is Ready For Its Historic Flight :: Elon Musk SpaceXCAPE CANAVERAL—Around midnight on Sunday, after the evening’s heavy rain dwindled to a drizzle and then finally stopped, a giant rocket emerged from a warehouse into the thick, humid air, ready for a historic journey. Its first stop, not far from the warehouse, was launchpad 39A, the site of rocket launches that, decades earlier, had hurled American astronauts toward the moon. From there, the roc
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Megarocket Gets 1st Test Launch Today: Watch It Live :: SpaceX's giant new rocket, the Falcon Heavy, is set for its risky first test launch today (Feb. 6) from the historic Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Megarocket Gets 1st Test Launch Today: Watch It Live :: SpaceX's giant new rocket, the Falcon Heavy, is set for its risky first test launch today (Feb. 6) from the historic Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket: By the Numbers :: To gain a fuller understanding of Falcon Heavy's caliber and the ambitions behind the SpaceX launch, it is worthwhile to look at the numbers.
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket: By the Numbers :: To gain a fuller understanding of Falcon Heavy's caliber and the ambitions behind the SpaceX launch, it is worthwhile to look at the numbers.
SpaceX's hot new monster rocket ready for first test flight :: SpaceX Falcon HeavySpaceX's hot new monster rocket makes its launch debut this week, blasting off from the same pad that hoisted men to the moon a half-century ago.
Spatial skills higher among those who played with construction-based toys and video games in childhood: study :: Childhood play experiences strongly shape a person's spatial skills, according to a new CIRES-led study—those skills can be critical to success in fields like science and engineering. Young adults who played with construction-based toys such as Legos, or with certain types of video games outperformed other peers in tests of spatial reasoning—like the skill needed to mentally rotate objects. And mo
Specific protein may reduce inflammation, improve survival during the flu :: GM-CSF, a protein that modifies the immune response to the flu, helped reduce lung inflammation and improve survival during influenza in mice in a lab, according to Penn State researchers.
Spiders with Long Tails Found in Ancient Amber :: This discovery closes a 170-million-year gap in the fossil record.
Spiders with Long Tails Found in Ancient Amber :: This discovery closes a 170-million-year gap in the fossil record.
Spildevand løber ud i Limfjorden i Aalborg :: En vandprøve ved badebroen ved Lindholm Strandpark i Aalborg viser, at der løber spildevand ud i Limfjorden.
Spillemyndigheden: Teleselskaber skal blokere skinbetting-sider :: Det skal ikke være muligt at lokke unge til gambling – heller ikke selv om der er tale om ingame-genstande fremfor penge, mener Spillemyndigheden, der beder danske udbydere blokere en række hjemmesider.
Spillemyndigheden: Teleselskaber skal blokere skinbetting-sider :: Det skal ikke være muligt at lokke unge til gambling – heller ikke selv om der er tale om ingame-genstande fremfor penge, mener Spillemyndigheden, der beder danske udbydere blokere en række hjemmesider.
Spirulina: Nutrition Facts & Health Benefits :: Spirulina, a supplement made from blue-green algae, is touted as a "superfood." It is highly nutritious, but there is not enough evidence to determine if Spirulina is effective for treating any health conditions.
Sponges can economize on oxygen use :: Sponges lack a signaling pathway that responds to low intracellular oxygen levels in more complex animals. Do they use a different mechanism for this purpose or did their earliest ancestors evolve at a time when less oxygen was available?
Sponges can economize on oxygen use :: Sponges lack a signaling pathway that responds to low intracellular oxygen levels in more complex animals. Do they use a different mechanism for this purpose or did their earliest ancestors evolve at a time when less oxygen was available?
Spread of breast cancer linked to compound in asparagus and other foods :: Using drugs or diet to reduce levels of asparagine may benefit patients, say researchers Breast cancer patients could be encouraged to cut asparagus and other foods from their diets in the future to reduce the risk of the disease spreading, scientists say. Researchers are investigating whether a change in diet could help patients with breast tumours after studies in mice showed that asparagine, a
Starfish Can See You … with Their Arm-Eyes :: If you were to look at this little, funky starfish, there's a chance the well-armed sea creature would look back at you, with up to 50 eyes!
Starfish in the Deep Sea Can See :: A study of 13 starfish species reveals that even animals that live at depths where sunlight doesn't reach have functioning eyes.
Starfish on ocean floor found to have well developed eyes :: A team of researchers from the University of Copenhagen and the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources has found that starfish living in the dark on the ocean floor have eyes on their arms that are similar to other starfish living near shore. In their paper published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B, the group describes their study of the unique sea creatures and what they learned about sta
Star-like cells may help the brain tune breathing rhythms :: NIH scientists caused rats to breathe at a lower rate and tire out on a treadmill earlier than normal by silencing star-shaped brain cells, called astrocytes. The results suggest that astrocytes play a more active role than traditionally thought in how the brain controls breathing and other vital functions.
Startup Unicorns Are Rare. This Study Suggests They Should Be Even Rarer :: Not all shares are created equal, and preferences for some shareholders can leave employees with nothing after a company is sold.
Starving liver cancer :: Scientists at the University of Delaware and the University of Illinois at Chicago have found a new way to kill liver cancer cells and inhibit tumor growth. This research could accelerate the development of new treatments for liver cancer, which is currently difficult to cure.
Starwatch: distant encounter between the red planet and a red giant :: Mars and Antares will be close together in our skies this week, but are separated in space by hundreds of light years All week, the planet Mars will be close to the bright star Antares in the constellation Scorpius. Both will appear to the naked eye as red dots of approximately the same brightness in the pre-dawn sky. Mars gets its colour from the dust on its surface that reflects sunlight. Antar
Statsministeren og regionsformand modtager Kræftens Bekæmpelses hæderspris :: Statsminister Lars Løkke Rasmussen (V) og formand for Danske Regioner Bent Hansen (S) modtog i går Kræftens Bekæmpelses hæderspris 2018. De fik prisen for ekstraordinært politisk lederskab i forbindelse med indførelsen af kræftpakkerne.
Stellar winds behaving unexpectedly :: ESA's XMM-Newton has spotted surprising changes in the powerful streams of gas from two massive stars, suggesting that colliding stellar winds don't behave as expected.
Stonehenge tunnel could destroy 'unique library' of early history :: Plans for A303 could spell loss of Blick Mead site, where humans may have lived since the Ice Age The construction of a tunnel past Stonehenge could spell the loss of a unique site that can trace the presence of people back to the last Ice Age, experts have said. Perfectly preserved hoofprints of wild cattle known as aurochs have recently been found at excavations a mile and a half from the Wilts
Stop nu! Sådan slipper du af med den sang, du har på hjernen :: Du har helt sikkert oplevet, at du ikke kunne få en sang ud af hovedet. Her er en guide til, hvad du kan gøre fremover.
Stop nu! Sådan slipper du af med den sang, du har på hjernen :: Du har helt sikkert oplevet, at du ikke kunne få en sang ud af hovedet. Her er en guide til, hvad du kan gøre fremover.
Streaming platform Hulu could be wild card in Fox-Disney megadeal :: Walt Disney Co.'s deal for much of the film and television assets of 21st Century Fox could help remake the streaming platform Hulu a legitimate rival to Netflix.
Strong earthquake rattles east coast of Taiwan :: A magnitude-6.4 earthquake struck Tuesday near the coast of Taiwan, and people may be trapped inside a building.
Strong earthquake rattles east coast of Taiwan :: A magnitude-6.4 earthquake struck Tuesday near the coast of Taiwan, and people may be trapped inside a building.
Stronger Than Steel, Able to Stop a Speeding Bullet–It's Super Wood! :: Simple processes can make wood tough, impact-resistant—or even transparent — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Studies reveal looming shortage of rheumatologists :: Two new articles provide insights on the outlook of rheumatology in the United States, noting that the need for rheumatologists will greatly exceed the projected growth over the next 15 years. This is due to an increasing aging patient population, a wave of impending rheumatologists retiring, and changing practice trends for new rheumatologists. Experts note that even a doubling of the number of f
Study finds cleaner ship fuels will reduce childhood asthma by 3.6 percent globally :: Marine shipping fuels will get a whole lot cleaner in 2020 when a regulation by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) requires fuels to contain 80-86 percent less sulphur.
Study first to document multiple paternity in nests, hatchlings of threatened sea turtles :: Who's your daddy? No, it's not a TV clip from "The Jerry Springer Show" to identify who the "real" father is. Rather, it is a groundbreaking study of sea turtle nests and hatchlings using paternity tests to uncover "who are your daddies?"
Study highlights importance of vertebrate pollinators :: The importance of birds, mammals and reptiles for pollinating plants around the world is the subject of a major new study involving the University of East Anglia.
Study highlights importance of vertebrate pollinators :: The importance of birds, mammals and reptiles for pollinating plants around the world is the subject of a major new study involving the University of East Anglia.
Study of first-graders shows fetal alcohol spectrum disorders prevalent in US communities :: A study of more than 6,000 first-graders across four US communities has found that a significant number of the children have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), with conservative rates ranging from 1 to 5 percent in community samples. The new findings represent more accurate prevalence estimates of FASD among general US communities than prior research.
Study of first-graders shows fetal alcohol spectrum disorders prevalent in US communities :: A study of more than 6,000 first-graders across four US communities has found that a significant number of the children have fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), with conservative rates ranging from 1 to 5 percent in community samples. The new findings represent more accurate prevalence estimates of FASD among general US communities than prior research.
Study on cause of Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Flint led by CSU researchers :: An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in 2014-15 in Flint, Mich., was likely caused by a change in the city's drinking water supply, according to a study led by Colorado State University researchers.
Study on cause of Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Flint led by CSU researchers :: An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in 2014-15 in Flint, Mich., was likely caused by a change in the city's drinking water supply, according to a study led by Colorado State University researchers.
Study points to connection between religion and risk :: Research co-authored by Portland State University finance professor Jing Zhao found that the religious beliefs of the population in counties where hedge funds are headquartered influence the riskiness of hedge fund managers' portfolios.
Study points to connection between religion and risk :: Research co-authored by Portland State University finance professor Jing Zhao found that the religious beliefs of the population in counties where hedge funds are headquartered influence the riskiness of hedge fund managers' portfolios.
Study punctures 'you are what you eat' paradigm for carnivore skull shape :: From dogs to seals to cats, members of the mammalian order Carnivora can vary greatly from one species to another. But for the most part, their skulls all tend to take on some variant of just a few shapes-a pattern scientists have long attributed to shared diets. New research led by the American Museum of Natural History and the University at Buffalo reveals that the evolution of skull shape in th
Study punctures 'you are what you eat' paradigm for carnivore skull shape :: From dogs to seals to cats, members of the mammalian order Carnivora can vary greatly from one species to another. But for the most part, their skulls all tend to take on some variant of just a few shapes-a pattern scientists have long attributed to shared diets. New research reveals that the evolution of skull shape in this group is actually much more complex and is influenced by nondietary facto
Study questions link between medical marijuana and fewer opioid deaths :: Several studies have shown an association between legalizing medical marijuana and lower death rates from opioids. A new study finds that link is more complex than previously described and appears to be changing as both medical marijuana laws and the opioid crisis evolve.
Study questions link between medical marijuana and fewer opioid deaths :: Several studies have shown an association between legalizing medical marijuana and lower death rates from opioids. A new study finds that link is more complex than previously described and appears to be changing as both medical marijuana laws and the opioid crisis evolve.
Study sheds new light on antibiotics produced by ants :: Ants, like humans, deal with disease. To deal with the bacteria that cause some of these diseases, some ants produce their own antibiotics. A new comparative study identified some ant species that make use of powerful antimicrobial agents – but found that 40 percent of ant species tested didn't appear to produce antibiotics. The study has applications regarding the search for new antibiotics that
Study sheds new light on antibiotics produced by ants :: Ants, like humans, deal with disease. To deal with the bacteria that cause some of these diseases, some ants produce their own antibiotics. A new comparative study identified some ant species that make use of powerful antimicrobial agents — but found that 40 percent of ant species tested didn't appear to produce antibiotics. The study has applications regarding the search for new antibiotics that
Study shines new light on how Salmonella 'die' at low temperatures :: The most economical way to kill bacteria that cause common food-borne illnesses — mostly caused by Salmonella enterica — is heat, but, the mechanisms that kill Salmonella at lower temperatures were not fully understood until now, according to a team of researchers.
Study shines new light on how Salmonella 'die' at low temperatures :: The most economical way to kill bacteria that cause common food-borne illnesses — mostly caused by Salmonella enterica — is heat, but, the mechanisms that kill Salmonella at lower temperatures were not fully understood until now, according to a team of researchers.
Study shines new light on how Salmonella 'die' at low temperatures :: The most economical way to kill bacteria that cause common food-borne illnesses — mostly caused by Salmonella enterica — is heat, but, the mechanisms that kill Salmonella at lower temperatures were not fully understood until now, according to a team of researchers.
Study shines new light on how Salmonella 'die' at low temperatures :: The most economical way to kill bacteria that cause common food-borne illnesses—mostly caused by Salmonella enterica—is heat, but, the mechanisms that kill Salmonella at lower temperatures were not fully understood until now, according to a team of researchers.
Study shines new light on how Salmonella 'die' at low temperatures :: The most economical way to kill bacteria that cause common food-borne illnesses—mostly caused by Salmonella enterica—is heat, but, the mechanisms that kill Salmonella at lower temperatures were not fully understood until now, according to a team of researchers.
Study shows how body prevents potentially useful bacteria from causing disease :: A new study reveals a mechanism by which the immune system may decide whether a bacterial species is a partner in bodily processes or an invader worthy of attack.
Study shows social media an effective tool for predicting voting outcomes :: A new study reveals social media may highlight intergroup polarization of voter opinion more adequately than traditional polls when predicting election outcomes.
Study shows social media an effective tool for predicting voting outcomes :: A new study reveals social media may highlight intergroup polarization of voter opinion more adequately than traditional polls when predicting election outcomes.
Study: Humanity will need to make some drastic changes to keep the 'good life' going :: Bad news, Earthlings: It may be possible for everyone on the planet to live a "good" life. It may also be possible for humans to live within their environmental means.
Studying outdoors is better :: Being taught science subjects outdoors increases student motivation. A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Mainz therefore suggests offering more outdoor instruction at the lower secondary level.
Studying outdoors is better :: Being taught science subjects outdoors increases student motivation. A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Mainz therefore suggests offering more outdoor instruction at the lower secondary level.
Substances used in household goods affect the immune system of a coastal mussel :: In a study published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, researchers from National University of Singapore have determined how perfluoalkyl substances (PFAS) affect the immune system of green mussels. Mussels, and other invertebrates, play an essential role in their ecosystem, and the ocean is the final sink for many pollutants like PFAS, so it is important to monitor regions that may have
Substances used in household goods affect the immune system of a coastal mussel :: In a study published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, researchers from National University of Singapore have determined how perfluoalkyl substances (PFAS) affect the immune system of green mussels. Mussels, and other invertebrates, play an essential role in their ecosystem, and the ocean is the final sink for many pollutants like PFAS, so it is important to monitor regions that may have
Substances used in household goods affect the immune system of a coastal mussel :: Perfluoalkyl substances (PFAS) is shorthand for a group of fluorinated compounds that have been used extensively in household products such as non-stick cookware, stain-resistant carpeting and upholstery. They can also be found in things from clothing to adhesives, and even in some cosmetics. PFAS use is being phased out because they have been shown to target the immune system in humans and rodent
Success! SpaceX Launches Falcon Heavy Rocket on Historic Maiden Voyage :: The first Falcon Heavy rocket built by the private spaceflight company SpaceX soared on its maiden voyage today (Feb. 6) — a historic test flight that also sent a car toward Mars and included two confirmed booster landings.
Suicides spiked after death of Robin Williams :: In the months after Robin Williams committed suicide in 2014, researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health documented a marked 10 percent increase in of suicides. Males aged 30 to 44 were particularly affected. The data also showed there was a 32 percent increase in suffocation suicides in the five months that followed Williams' death by the same method, compared to a 3 per
Sundhedsstyrelsen udgiver nye anbefalinger for hjertesygdom :: De nye anbefalinger skal sikre smidige patientforløb. Som noget nyt beskriver de det samlede forløb, som patienter kommer igennem, lige fra mistanken opstår til opfølgningen på behandlingen.
Sundhedsstyrelsen udgiver nye anbefalinger for hjertesygdom :: De nye anbefalinger skal sikre smidige patientforløb. Som noget nyt beskriver de det samlede forløb, som patienter kommer igennem, lige fra mistanken opstår til opfølgningen på behandlingen.
Super wood could replace steel :: Engineers at the University of Maryland, College Park have found a way to make wood more than 10 times stronger and tougher than before, creating a natural substance that is stronger than many titanium alloys.
Super wood could replace steel :: Engineers have found a way to make wood more than 10 times stronger and tougher than before, creating a natural substance that is stronger than many titanium alloys.
Super-adsorbent MOF to control humidity :: A metal-organic framework that can take up twice its weight in water and then release it when humidity falls.
Superb Owl Sunday II :: A special Sunday event, a photographic essay celebrating a few of these magnificent raptors. Not Eagles (nor Patriots), these superb owls hail from Europe, Asia, North and South America, captured in photos over the past few years. If you have some time today before the big game (or are skipping the event entirely) I invite you to have a look.
Supercomputing more light than heat :: Solar cells can't stand the heat. Photovoltaics lose some energy as heat in converting sunlight to electricity. The reverse holds true for lights made with light-emitting diodes (LED), which convert electricity into light. Some scientists think there might be light at the end of the tunnel in the hunt for better semiconductor materials for solar cells and LEDs, thanks to supercomputer simulations
Supercomputing more light than heat :: Solar cells can't stand the heat. Photovoltaics lose some energy as heat in converting sunlight to electricity. The reverse holds true for lights made with light-emitting diodes (LED), which convert electricity into light. Some scientists think there might be light at the end of the tunnel in the hunt for better semiconductor materials for solar cells and LEDs, thanks to supercomputer simulations
Superdense wood is lightweight, but strong as steel :: New superdense wood could be a more lightweight, environmentally friendly alternative to current construction materials.
Surprise: Non-dietary factors played important role in shaping skulls of carnivores :: Factors other than feeding habits — including age at sexual maturity and average rainfall in their home habitat — have greatly influenced skull shape in carnivores, according to a new study. This finding contrasts with the idea that dominant shapes among the skulls of carnivores are mostly attributed to shared diets.
Svensk selvkørende lastbil vil konkurrere med Teslas Semi :: Svenske Einride er snart klar med en selvkørende og eldrevet lastbil, der skal konkurrere mod Tesla og Daimler. Første kunde er dagligvarekæden Lidl.
Svensk selvkørende lastbil vil konkurrere med Teslas Semi :: Svenske Einride er snart klar med en selvkørende og eldrevet lastbil, der skal konkurrere mod Tesla og Daimler. Første kunde er dagligvarekæden Lidl.
Sweet route to greater yields :: Three years ago, biotechnologists demonstrated in field trials that they could increase the productivity of maize by introducing a rice gene into the plant that regulated the accumulation of sucrose in kernels and led to more kernels per maize plant.
Sweet route to greater yields :: Three years ago, biotechnologists demonstrated in field trials that they could increase the productivity of maize by introducing a rice gene into the plant that regulated the accumulation of sucrose in kernels and led to more kernels per maize plant. They have now unravelled the intimate details of the relationships governing the increased productivity and hope to transfer the biotechnology to oth
Sweet route to greater yields :: Three years ago, biotechnologists demonstrated in field trials that they could increase the productivity of maize by introducing a rice gene into the plant that regulated the accumulation of sucrose in kernels and led to more kernels per maize plant. They have now unravelled the intimate details of the relationships governing the increased productivity and hope to transfer the biotechnology to oth
Swiss mobile data of 800,000 customers is stolen :: A Swiss mobile phone operator says its data systems were breached late last year and the contact details of about 800,000 customers were compromised.
Symptoms of alcoholism make taking medication to treat the disease more difficult :: Symptoms of alcoholism make it more difficult for some people to regularly take the prescription drug naltrexone, which could help treat their disease, a researcher at Oregon State University has found.
Symptoms of alcoholism make taking medication to treat the disease more difficult :: Symptoms of alcoholism make it more difficult for some people to regularly take the prescription drug naltrexone, which could help treat their disease, a researcher has found.
Sådan guides turisterne rundt i Østjylland af lokationsdata :: TDC bruger anonyme lokationsdata bundet op på mastepositioner til at hjælpe den østjyske turistorganisation med at målrette deres markedsføring.
Sådan slipper du af med uønskede standard-apps på din Android-telefon :: Det er ikke så svært at afinstallere apps der ikke bruges, og som ellers ikke uden videre lader sig fjerne.
Taking terahertz data links around the bend :: A new study shows terahertz data links are possible even without direct line-of-sight between transmitter and receiver, a promising finding for future ultra-high-capacity terahertz data networks.
Taking terahertz data links around the bend :: A new study shows terahertz data links are possible even without direct line-of-sight between transmitter and receiver, a promising finding for future ultra-high-capacity terahertz data networks.
Targeted intervention benefits Hispanics with mental illness :: A culturally-adapted intervention shows potential for improving health outcomes for Hispanics with serious mental illness, a new study shows. “‘Bridges to Better Health and Wellness’ is a promising intervention that can help to address some of the health care disparities faced by Hispanics with serious mental illness, a population that is often overlooked in the literature and in the system of ca
Team demos new atomic effect for potential isotopic battery :: A multinational research team led by Army scientists successfully induced a controlled release of stored isotopic energy using a physical effect involving atomic electrons that was proposed more than 40 years ago but never before demonstrated experimentally.
Techtopia #38: Kunstig intelligens hjælper 112 :: Podcast: Kan en kunstig intelligens høre om, der er tale om et hjerteanfald, når en borger ringer til 112? Svaret er ja.
Terahertz signals don’t lose much data while bouncing off walls :: Terahertz frequency data links can bounce off walls without dropping too much data, new research shows. The results are good news for the possibility of future terahertz wireless data networks, which have the potential to carry many times more data than current networks. Today’s cellular networks and WiFi systems rely on microwave radiation to carry data, but the demand for more and more bandwidt
Terracotta Army to go on display in Liverpool :: Liverpool FC’s popularity in China a key factor in attracting ancient treasures to Merseyside A regiment of 2,200-year-old terracotta warriors will go on show in Liverpool this week as part of a blockbuster exhibition showcasing the largest haul of early Chinese treasures to reach British shores. The show at the World Museum came to Merseyside partly because of the popularity in China of Liverpoo
Terracotta Army to go on display in Liverpool :: Liverpool FC’s popularity in China a key factor in attracting ancient treasures to Merseyside A regiment of 2,200-year-old terracotta warriors will go on show in Liverpool this week as part of a blockbuster exhibition showcasing the largest haul of early Chinese treasures to reach British shores. The show at the World Museum came to Merseyside partly because of the popularity in China of Liverpoo
Terrawatch: clues of unexpected creatures in the ocean depths :: Recently discovered fossil worm burrows reveal that, in the right sediment, life can survive far deeper than imagined B lue Planet II gave us a glimpse of the weird and wonderful life that swims and floats in the deep ocean, but what about the creatures that live beneath the ocean floor? Present day surveys suggest that shrimps and worms inhabit the top tens of centimetres of seabed, but it was a
Tesla bygger 250 MW virtuelt kraftværk i Australien :: Ved hjælp af solceller og batterier i 50.000 boliger vil Tesla nu bygge verdens største virtuelle solcellekraftværk. Batterierne er derfor gratis for boligejerne.
Tesla says it has a plan to improve conditions for its workers ::
Tesla, Australia to turn 50,000 homes into power generators :: Tesla South Australia PowerSome 50,000 homes in South Australia will receive solar panels and Tesla batteries, the state government announced Sunday, in a landmark plan to turn houses into a giant, interconnected power plant.
Tesla, Australia to turn 50,000 homes into power generators :: Tesla South Australia PowerSome 50,000 homes in South Australia will receive solar panels and Tesla batteries, the state government announced Sunday, in a landmark plan to turn houses into a giant, interconnected power plant.
Tesla's losses grow on Model 3 delays :: Tesla Elon MuskThe day after Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk blasted his Tesla Roadster into space, his electric car company's mounting losses brought him back to Earth again.
Tests on airway tissue reveal glo vapour has minimal impact compared to smoke :: Scientists at British American Tobacco used state-of-the-art genomic testing to assess human air-way tissue exposed to glo vapour. Gene profiling revealed just two changes in genes in tissue exposed to glo vapour. This compares to thousands of changes in genes in tissue exposed to cigarette smoke. These results add to evidence suggesting that glo could be reduced risk compared to cigarettes.
Texas A&M develops new type of powerful battery :: Move over, lithium-ion; now, there's a better battery on the horizon. A multi-institution team of scientists led by Texas A&M University chemist Sarbajit Banerjee has discovered an exceptional metal-oxide magnesium battery cathode material, moving researchers one step closer to delivering batteries that promise higher density of energy storage on top of transformative advances in safety, cost and
Texas Got 18 Percent of Its Energy from Wind and Solar Last Year :: For years critics have claimed grid costs and stability will spiral out of control before we hit 20 percent renewable energy. Texas is proving them wrong — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Texas has its first legal medical marijuana transaction :: The first medicinal marijuana patient in Texas uses it to treat severe epilepsy. And although 10 companies are allowed to grow marijuana within Texas state borders, the substance itself is still illegal. Read More
That Really Is a Live Owl's Eyeball, Seen Through Its Ear :: Some say that eyes are the windows to the soul. But in some owls, the ears are windows to the animals' eyeballs.
That Tsunami Alert Was Just a Test. Relax, Bushwick. :: Tsunami Warning AlertAccuWeather reported a National Weather Service test alert as the real thing, and people from Texas to Maine received the warnings.
That Tsunami Alert Was Just a Test. Relax, Bushwick. :: Tsunami Warning AlertAccuWeather reported a National Weather Service test alert as the real thing, and people from Texas to Maine received the warnings.
The "Gesundheit Machine" Collects Campus Cooties in Race Against a Fierce Flu :: Maryland researchers hope to trace how the virus spreads — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
The "Gesundheit Machine" Collects Campus Cooties in Race Against a Fierce Flu :: Maryland researchers hope to trace how the virus spreads — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
The American College of Rheumatology recommends biosimilar use in new white paper :: The ACR has published a new white paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific, clinical, economic and prescribing issues pertaining to biosimilar use. The paper encourages providers to incorporate these drugs into treatment plans of patients with rheumatic diseases.
The Argument Against Quantum Computers :: Sixteen years ago, on a cold February day at Yale University, a poster caught Gil Kalai’s eye. It advertised a series of lectures by Michel Devoret , a well-known expert on experimental efforts in quantum computing . The talks promised to explore the question “Quantum Computer: Miracle or Mirage?" Kalai expected a vigorous discussion of the pros and cons of quantum computing. Instead, he recalled
The Atlantic Daily: A Certain Form of Partisanship :: What We’re Following The Super Bowl: The Philadelphia Eagles beat the New England Patriots 41 to 33 in a suspenseful, spectacular matchup that pitted an underdog team against five-time champions. Justin Timberlake’s halftime show was less impressive: The pop star’s apparently halfhearted performance failed to command attention. For those still gloating at the Patriots’ defeat, here’s the case aga
The Atlantic Daily: A Certain Form of Partisanship :: What We’re Following The Super Bowl: The Philadelphia Eagles beat the New England Patriots 41 to 33 in a suspenseful, spectacular matchup that pitted an underdog team against five-time champions. Justin Timberlake’s halftime show was less impressive: The pop star’s apparently halfhearted performance failed to command attention. For those still gloating at the Patriots’ defeat, here’s the case aga
The Atlantic Daily: Big Bang :: What We’re Following Partisan Problems: President Trump described congressional Democrats’ failure to clap at his State of the Union address as “treasonous" during an appearance in Ohio. Though the White House says the comment was “tongue in cheek," even a casual accusation of treason could set a dangerous precedent. Trump had kinder words for Representative Devin Nunes of California, who he twee
The Atlantic Daily: The Path of Least Resistance :: What We’re Following It’s a Deal: The Senate has reached a bipartisan budget agreement that lays out federal spending for the next two years. Republicans pushed for an increase in military funding, while Democrats called for money to address the opioid crisis, infrastructure, and other domestic programs. Both parties got what they wanted, but the result, if the budget is passed, will be a $300 bi
The Atlantic Daily: When the House Released the Nunes Memo :: What We’re Following The Nunes Memo: President Trump authorized the House Intelligence Committee to release an unredacted, highly controversial memo by Devin Nunes, the committee’s chair. FBI and Justice Department leaders had argued that releasing the memo, which describes alleged surveillance abuses by the DOJ, would pose security risks, while Democrats on the committee called the memo misleadi
The Atlantic Politics & Policy Daily: A Tiff With Schiff :: Today in 5 Lines President Trump accused Representative Adam Schiff, the ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee, of leaking confidential information. The committee is expected to vote Monday night to release the Democrats’ rebuttal to a controversial Republican memo alleging FBI surveillance abuses. Senators John McCain and Chris Coons formally introduced a new bipartisan immigration
The Atlantic Politics & Policy Daily: Memo Fight, Rocket Flight :: Today in 5 Lines SpaceX successfully launched the Falcon Heavy, the world’s most powerful operational rocket. Senate leaders said they are close to an agreement on a long-term budget deal. White House Chief of Staff John Kelly said that President Trump will be briefed on a Democratic rebuttal to a Republican memo alleging surveillance abuses by the FBI. The Ohio state legislature approved a congr
The Atlantic Politics & Policy Daily: When the Tanks Go Marching In :: Today in 5 Lines Senate leaders announced a massive budget deal that would increase military and domestic spending over the next two years. The deal received pushback from House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, who said she would not agree to a plan that did not address immigration . White House staff secretary Rob Porter resigned after allegations that he abused his two ex-wives. During a speech in
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The AW609 Is a V-22 Osprey-Inspired Private Plane :: Leonardo's AW609 is a VTOL aircraft meant for the civilian market.
The benefits of job automation are not likely to be shared equally :: While companies might reap significant gains in productivity from automating certain jobs, this won't necessarily lead to pay rises for everyone. The evidence suggests businesses might pass on the gains to some workers, but not to all.
'The Best Cab Ride of My Life' :: When Dave Grohl began impersonating Elvis Presley, he felt it made him “a sexier person than I had been just being Dave." In the short documentary Cab Elvis , director Andrew Franks follows Grohl, a cab driver, across Seattle as he picks up passengers—some of whom describe the experience as the best taxi ride of their lives. “I was leaving some Seattle bars and just so happened to hop into Dave’s
The Best of the Physics arXiv (week ending January 27, 2018) :: This week’s most thought-provoking papers from the Physics arXiv.
The big burn :: Some 13,000 years ago, a cataclysmic event occurred on Earth that was likely responsible for the collapse of the Clovis people and the extinction of megafauna such as mammoths and mastodons.
The Big Question in *Waymo v. Uber*: What on Earth Is a Trade Secret, Anyway? :: Plus, a well-hydrated former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick takes the stand.
The Chrome Extensions the WIRED Staff Can't Live Without :: If you're not loaded up on these extensions for Google Chrome, you're not living your best online life.
The Cloverfield Paradox Lands With a Thud :: The Cloverfield Paradox was not intended to make its big debut on your television screen. First announced with the title God Particle , the sci-fi horror film directed by Julius Onah was all set for a theatrical release this year until it suddenly wasn’t. In January, rumors abounded that Netflix was interested in purchasing the rights to the film from Paramount, and that the studio (which also so
The Comic-Strip Heroine I'll Never Forget :: T he excitement in the Long Island theater where I first saw Pulp Fiction was unlike anything I’d previously experienced at the movies: Everything people were saying about Quentin Tarantino, the boy-genius director, was true. But the picture stirred me most profoundly—alerting me that there was an intelligence behind it that was in some small way in sync with my own—when I caught sight of the boo
The Congressman Who Infuriates the President :: Adam Schiff, the ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee, says the president has been “watching too much Fox News in the morning." In an interview on Tuesday, Schiff told me that Trump’s early-morning tweet on Monday, in which he called Schiff a “liar" and a “leaker," was predictable given Donald Trump Jr.’s contentious interview with the committee last year, and the current controvers
The Congressman Who Infuriates the President :: Adam Schiff, the ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee, says the president has been “watching too much Fox News in the morning." In an interview on Tuesday, Schiff told me that Trump’s early-morning tweet on Monday, in which he called Schiff a “liar" and a “leaker," was predictable given Donald Trump Jr.’s contentious interview with the committee last year, and the current controvers
The dawn of gallium oxide microelectronics :: Pushing semiconductor technology to its full potential requires smaller designs at higher energy density, and transparent conductive oxides are a key emerging material, offering the unlikely combination of conductivity and transparency over the visual spectrum. One conductive oxide has unique properties that allow it to function well in power switching: gallium oxide, a material with an incredibly
The dawn of gallium oxide microelectronics :: Pushing semiconductor technology to its full potential requires smaller designs at higher energy density, and transparent conductive oxides are a key emerging material, offering the unlikely combination of conductivity and transparency over the visual spectrum. One conductive oxide has unique properties that allow it to function well in power switching: gallium oxide, a material with an incredibly
The dawn of gallium oxide microelectronics :: Pushing semiconductor technology to its full potential requires smaller designs at higher energy density, and transparent conductive oxides are a key emerging material, offering the unlikely combination of conductivity and transparency over the visual spectrum. One conductive oxide has unique properties that allow it to function well in power switching: gallium oxide, a material with an incredibly
The dawn of gallium oxide microelectronics :: Pushing semiconductor technology to its full potential requires smaller designs at higher energy density, and transparent conductive oxides are a key emerging material, offering the unlikely combination of conductivity and transparency over the visual spectrum. One conductive oxide has unique properties that allow it to function well in power switching: gallium oxide, a material with an incredibly
The discovery of a third form of flagella-mediated motility in symbiotic bacteria :: Professor Takayuki Nishizaka and Dr. Yoshiaki Kinosita from Gakushuin University, together with Dr. Yoshitomo Kikuchi from AIST, have discovered an unforeseen form of flagella-mediated motility shown by pest bean bug symbionts, which entails swimming by wrapping their flagellar filaments around their cell bodies. Bacteria with this form of flagella-mediated motility were able to traverse glass sur
The discovery of a third form of flagella-mediated motility in symbiotic bacteria :: Professor Takayuki Nishizaka and Dr. Yoshiaki Kinosita from Gakushuin University, together with Dr. Yoshitomo Kikuchi from AIST, have discovered an unforeseen form of flagella-mediated motility shown by pest bean bug symbionts, which entails swimming by wrapping their flagellar filaments around their cell bodies. Bacteria with this form of flagella-mediated motility were able to traverse glass sur
The discovery of a third form of flagella-mediated motility shown by symbiotic bacteria :: Many species of swimming bacteria have a rotary structure called a "flagellum," consisting of more than twenty different kinds of proteins. By rotating their flagellar filaments and gaining propulsion, bacteria can swim freely in water. Flagella-mediated motility is essential for bacteria to move in search for better habitats and two forms have been known to date: (i) "run and tumbling" seen in pe
The discovery of a third form of flagella-mediated motility shown by symbiotic bacteria :: Research Key Points- The Burkholderia symbiont of bean bugs swims by wrapping its rotary structure, called a flagellar filament, around its cell body.- This flagellar filament-wrapping motility is an advantage for moving around in sticky environments and on uneven extracellular matrix surfaces.- This unique form of motility is not only interesting in terms of fundamental research but also may cont
The DNA database that is key to beating our rarest diseases :: The future now holds hope for children like Sam Ward, and doctors say many other people are set to benefit Jillian Hastings Ward gave birth to her second child, Sam, almost four years ago. For the first few months of his life, the boy appeared to be in good health. “Then we realised that he was not making proper visual contact, and discovered he was blind," Hastings Ward recalls. Subsequent diagno
The EPA’s Pollution Estimates Stink. Everyone Uses Them Anyway :: And low-balling isn’t limited to toxic chemicals.
The EPA’s Pollution Estimates Stink. Everyone Uses Them Anyway :: And low-balling isn’t limited to toxic chemicals.
The Era of Quantum Computing Is Here. Outlook: Cloudy :: Quantum computers should soon be able to beat classical computers at certain basic tasks. But before they’re truly powerful, researchers have to overcome a number of fundamental roadblocks.
The Evolution of Attraction, the Magnetic Force That Created the World and Other New Science Books :: Book recommendations from the editors of Scientific American — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
The Forgotten Renewable: Geothermal Energy Production Heats Up :: Experts say the American West is full of geothermal reservoirs whose energy could power millions of homes. But extracting that energy isn't easy. (Image credit: Benjamin Purper/KVCR)
The future of wireless communications is terahertz :: Electrical and optical engineers have designed a novel platform that could tailor telecommunication and optical transmissions. They experimentally demonstrated their system using a new transmission wavelength with a higher bandwidth capacity than those currently used in wireless communication. These experiments open up new horizons in communication and photonics technology.
The future of wireless communications is terahertz :: Electrical and optical engineers have designed a novel platform that could tailor telecommunication and optical transmissions. They experimentally demonstrated their system using a new transmission wavelength with a higher bandwidth capacity than those currently used in wireless communication. These experiments open up new horizons in communication and photonics technology.
The future of wireless communications is terahertz :: Electrical and optical engineers in Australia have designed a novel platform that could tailor telecommunication and optical transmissions. Collaborating scientists from the University of New South Wales in Sydney and Canberra, the University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia and the Australian National University experimentally demonstrated their system using a new transmission wavel
The future of wireless communications is terahertz :: Electrical and optical engineers in Australia have designed a novel platform that could tailor telecommunication and optical transmissions. Collaborating scientists from the University of New South Wales in Sydney and Canberra, the University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia and the Australian National University experimentally demonstrated their system using a new transmission wavel
The future of wireless communications is terahertz :: Electrical and optical engineers in Australia have designed a novel platform that could tailor telecommunication and optical transmissions. They experimentally demonstrated their system using a new transmission wavelength with a higher bandwidth capacity than those currently used in wireless communication. Reported this week in APL Photonics, these experiments open up new horizons in communication
The future of wireless communications is terahertz :: Electrical and optical engineers in Australia have designed a novel platform that could tailor telecommunication and optical transmissions. They experimentally demonstrated their system using a new transmission wavelength with a higher bandwidth capacity than those currently used in wireless communication. Reported this week in APL Photonics, these experiments open up new horizons in communication
The Gig Economy's Tipping Point :: No good can come of turning a basic transaction into a “pay what you want" situation. Especially when employees—ahem, contractors—earn less than a living wage.
The Great Crude Oil Fireball Test :: If all goes well, a massive fireball of hydrocarbons will ignite in the New Mexico desert some time in the next year. It will be part of a multiyear Department of Energy research project to understand whether the chemical composition of unconventional crude oils changes the risk they pose to the nation’s highways, pipelines, and railroads. If all doesn’t go well, a similar massive fireball could
The Hendra vaccine has no effect on racehorse performance :: Vaccination against the deadly Hendra virus in horses does not reduce their racing performance, according to new research published in the Australian Veterinary Journal.
The Horror of a World Without Microbes :: A few years ago, while doing research for my book on the beneficial microbes that share our bodies, I went on an inadvisably frenetic weeklong reporting trip that spanned five cities and three time zones. On the final night, I wearily picked up the phone in my hotel room to order some food, and noticed a label on the receiver. It said: Antibacterial handset. It was a perfect reflection of the wor
The IMAGE satellite's stunning return :: One-sixty-six, where are you? Oh, there you are.
The Launch of the SpaceX Falcon Heavy :: SpaceX is ready for the first test launch of its 27-engine Falcon Heavy rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The rocket, which is the most powerful in the world, is designed to one day ferrying humans to the moon or Mars.
The Life and Death of Nigel, the World’s Loneliest Seabird :: The gannet won hearts with his devotion to a concrete decoy on an uninhabited New Zealand island. His story shines a light on efforts to repopulate the island.
The Man Who Saw Inside Himself :: Sonia Ramamoorthy has plenty of smart patients. A surgeon at the University of California at San Diego, she counts among her patients members of that school’s faculty, many of whom arrive at her clinic remarkably well informed. “They’ve been to the internet, and they’ll come in with 50 questions," she says. But nothing prepared her for Larry Smarr. During her consultation with him about an intest
The Man Who Saw Inside Himself :: Sonia Ramamoorthy has plenty of smart patients. A surgeon at the University of California at San Diego, she counts among her patients members of that school’s faculty, many of whom arrive at her clinic remarkably well informed. “They’ve been to the internet, and they’ll come in with 50 questions," she says. But nothing prepared her for Larry Smarr. During her consultation with him about an intest
The New Tax Law’s Subtle Subversion of Public Schools :: This story was updated on February 7, 2018. American public schools have long been, and remain, deeply unequal. At the most dilapidated and underperforming schools, teachers are blamed for stagnant graduation rates, students are derided for low tests scores, and parents are chastised for not being involved. Too often, however, scrutiny of these schools’ performance doesn’t take into account the s
The oddities sent into space :: A car, a golf ball, a pie… and other items items dispatched on cosmic journeys over the years.
The Origins of Diversity Data in Tech :: Tracy Chou’s parents are both software engineers. She grew up in Silicon Valley. She studied engineering at Stanford University. Nearly everything about Chou made it “inevitable" that she would work in software, she told Jeffrey Goldberg in a recent episode of The Atlantic Interview. “Minus my gender." As soon as Chou started working full-time as an engineer in Silicon Valley, she said, “I could
The ozone layer continues to thin :: The vital ozone layer has continued to deplete in recent years over the densely populated mid-latitudes and tropics, while it is recovering at the poles. This is documented by an international research team in the journal Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics.
The ozone layer continues to thin :: The vital ozone layer has continued to deplete in recent years over the densely populated mid-latitudes and tropics, while it is recovering at the poles. This is documented by an international research team in the journal Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics.
The ozone layer is thinning in places around the equator ::
The ozone layer is thinning in places around the equator ::
The Physics of One of the Craziest Big Air Snowboard Tricks Ever :: With elite athletes competing in the Olympic debut of Big Air in Pyeongchang, South Korea, expect to see more attempts of the quad cork 1800.
The Populist Right's Elitist Approach to Surveillance Abuses :: One persistent critique of Republicans holds that they are hypervigilant about protecting the powerful, yet blind or unresponsive to injustices suffered by most Americans. At times, the critique is unfair; but it does describe the GOP’s posture toward Donald Trump versus most everyone else who deals with the FBI or U.S. intelligence. President Trump gets the benefit of hyper-vigilance. In the tel
The Pulfrich Effect – Strong 3D Effect on a 2D Video!! (optical illusion) :: submitted by /u/greeenpro [link] [comments]
The Real Lessons From Bill Clinton's Welfare Reform :: Welfare reform is back. President Trump signaled its return to the forefront of national policy debates in his State of the Union address on Tuesday, when he announced a plan to “lift our citizens from welfare to work." He shouldn’t have trouble finding support for it: With a collective of pro-reform officials leading key agencies, and with longtime entitlement crusader Paul Ryan as speaker of th
The recipe for life :: Life as we know it originated roughly 3.5 to 4 billion years ago in the form of a prebiotic ("before life") soup of organic molecules that somehow began to replicate themselves and pass along a genetic formula. Or so goes the thinking behind the RNA World, one of the most robust hypotheses of the origin of life. Researchers have now found evidence that the amino acid arginine (or its prebiotic wor
The recipe for life :: UCSB researchers find that the amino acid arginine may have played a more important role in the chemical origins of life
The recipe for life :: UCSB researchers find that the amino acid arginine may have played a more important role in the chemical origins of life
The religious ad the NFL approved for Super Bowl—and the one it didn't :: If you blinked—or if you were in the wrong market—you might have missed a commercial for Scientology during the Super Bowl. You probably also missed the Twitter pushback. Read More
The resilience of ray-finned fishes :: Scientists from the University of Bristol have revealed that ray-finned fishes are perhaps one of Earth's most resilient groups of animals, having survived four mass extinction events that wiped out many other groups.
The Rise and Fall of John Kelly's Reputation :: There’s only ever really one story arc in Washington. A new face arrives in town, impresses people, and reaches dizzying new heights. Before too long, however, the capital becomes disillusioned and turns on him (or occasionally her). That’s the story of Rob Porter, the White House staff secretary, who announced his departure on Wednesday after published allegations of abuse from his two ex-wives.
The robots will see you now :: For more than a decade, biomimetic robots have been deployed alongside live animals to better understand the drivers of animal behavior, including social cues, fear, leadership, and even courtship. The encounters have always been unidirectional; the animals observe and respond to the robots. But in the lab of Maurizio Porfiri, a professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at the NYU Tandon S
The robots will see you now :: Researchers tapped advances in real-time tracking software and robotics to design and test the first closed-loop control system featuring a bioinspired robotic replica interacting in three dimensions with live zebrafish. The system allows the robotic replica to both 'see' and mimic the behavior of live zebrafish in real time. Robots previously have been deployed alongside live animals to better un
The Science of Diet & Exercise :: For decades, experts reduced weight loss to simple math: burn more calories than you consume, without too much regard for what you consumed. Another old maxim presupposes that people who are more… — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
The search engines you'll need for every type of question :: DIY Specific answers for specific needs. There's more than one way to search the web. If you're trying to answer a specific type of question, you may need a specialized search engine.
The size of a cereal box—ESA's first satellite of 2018 :: ESA's first mission of the year was launched today: GomX-4B is the Agency's most advanced technology-tester yet, featuring a hyperspectral camera and tiny thrusters to manoeuvre thousands of kilometres from its near-twin to try out their radio link.
The 'Slave Power' Behind Florida's Felon Disenfranchisement :: In November 1865—barely six months after Appomattox, and three weeks before the official ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment—the New York Tribune ’s front page bore a provocative headline: “South Carolina Re-establishing Slavery." The story laid out the new system being put into place in most of the former Confederacy—“Black Codes," criminal laws targeting black citizens, coupling a long lis
The social evolution of termites :: Similar genes involved in the evolution of insect societies as in bees and ants.
The Stock Market Just Took a Historic Nosedive—Why? :: The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged more than 1,000 points on Monday. This was the largest nominal decline in the history of the index, and the first time that the Dow has lost more than a thousand points in a single day of trading. This means the Dow suffered its first-ever four-digit point loss just hours after the Super Bowl witnessed its first-ever four-digit offensive output. I am not s
The story of Elon Musk rocket launch :: The rocket's payload is Elon Musk's own Tesla, and two of the three rocket segments have landed.
The Supersonic Parachutes Carrying NASA's Martian Dreams :: A new generation of space scientists is using high tech materials to resurrect the long-neglected supersonic parachute.
The Supersonic Parachutes Carrying NASA's Martian Dreams :: A new generation of space scientists is using high tech materials to resurrect the long-neglected supersonic parachute.
The Symbolism of Elon Musk Sending a Car Into Space :: Elon Musk SpaceXCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.—Decades ago, the business of launching stuff beyond Earth’s orbit fell solely under the purview of governments. When the stuff being sent wasn’t robotic hardware or scientific instruments, the people who chose what it would be approached the decision-making with a certain amount of seriousness about what it would say about the senders, what it would all mean . This stuff, aft
The Symbolism of Elon Musk Sending a Car Into Space :: Elon Musk SpaceXCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.—Decades ago, the business of launching stuff beyond Earth’s orbit fell solely under the purview of governments. When the stuff being sent wasn’t robotic hardware or scientific instruments, the people who chose what it would be approached the decision-making with a certain amount of seriousness about what it would say about the senders, what it would all mean . This stuff, aft
The Tale Is a Powerful, Messy Story About Abuse :: “We are wondering: What’s the post-Harvey era going to look like?" said the Washington Post journalist Sarah Ellison on a panel at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, which ended earlier this week. The festival itself, for one, looked different. In the 2017 edition, amid throngs of feminists clad in pink pussy hats, Harvey Weinstein proudly participated in the inaugural Women’s March in Park City
The three surprises of 'Oumuamua :: One of the defining moments in planetary astronomy in 2017 is that this is the year we discovered the first astronomical object to enter the Solar System from interstellar space. Now known as `Oumuamua (Hawaiian for "scout"), the object was discovered by the Pan-STARRS survey team in Hawaii on October 19th. Over the next three weeks it was in turn classified as a comet, a long-period asteroid and
The toxic relationship between ALS and frontotemporal dementia :: ALS and frontotemporal dementia (FTD) are two neurodegenerative diseases with a toxic relationship, according to a new study. The study describes how a mutation in a gene, called C9ORF72, leads to toxicity in nerve cells — causing 10 percent of all cases of ALS, and an additional 10 percent of FTD.
The toxic relationship between ALS and frontotemporal dementia :: ALS and frontotemporal dementia (FTD) are two neurodegenerative diseases with a toxic relationship, according to a new USC Stem Cell study published in Nature Medicine. The study describes how a mutation in a gene, called C9ORF72, leads to toxicity in nerve cells–causing 10 percent of all cases of ALS, and an additional 10 percent of FTD.
The Trumping of the FBI :: President Trump and his allies are claiming that the memo released by House Intelligence Committee Chair Devin Nunes proves that the federal investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election is a partisan witch hunt motivated by a fraudulent document produced by an anti-Trump source. Trump, who tweeted that he was “vindicated" by the memo, also shared a few lines from a Wall Street Jou
The Truth About Poland's Role in the Holocaust :: The best history provokes cognitive dissonance. And any version of past events that purports definitively to clarify good vs. evil should be viewed as suspect. A case in point is the public outcry over new legislation in Poland that would criminalize perceived attacks on Polish actions during World War II. The law, which was recently ratified by the parliament in Warsaw and which President Andrze
The US agency that guards the environment is going to be hobbled :: Scott Pruitt, the head of the Environmental Protection Agency, has talked up his mission to scale back its powers. It's so shortsighted, says Ian Graber-Stiehl
The War in Yemen and the Making of a Chaos State :: A strange and worrisome silence settled over over Yemen’s capital city of Sanaa after Houthi rebels seized power in broad daylight one September day in 2014. For weeks, rumors had been floating that something of this sort would occur. But most everyone thought a genuine coup d'état would be much more dramatic. “I was actually wandering around the city and there was this eerie quiet," said Iona Cr
The way dwarf galaxies move puts a new spin on galaxy formation :: Distant dwarf galaxies orbit a larger galaxy in a coordinated loop, rather than randomly as expected. The finding could challenge theories of dark matter.
The Weighted Gravity Blanket Won't Cure All Your Sleep Woes :: As sleep gadgets become more and more bizarre, the 25-pound Gravity Blanket offers an intuitive approach: Lie down, pull up the covers, and close your eyes.
The worst mass extinction may have begun with mass sterilisation :: There seems to have been a surge in ultraviolet radiation during the Permian extinction 252 million years ago, and it might have left plants infertile rather than kill them
Theoretical Physicist Joseph Polchinski Dies At 63 :: Influential physicist Joseph Polchinski has died at 63. Caltech Professor Sean Carroll remembers Polchinski and the significant contributions he made to theoretical physics.
Theoretical physicists manipulate light with nanoscale objects :: For years, scientists have long wrestled with the control and manipulation of light, a long-standing scientific ambition with major implications for the development of technology. With the growth in nanophotonics, scientists are making gains faster than ever exploiting structures with dimensions comparable to the wavelength of light.
Theoretical physicists manipulate light with nanoscale objects :: For years, scientists have long wrestled with the control and manipulation of light, a long-standing scientific ambition with major implications for the development of technology. With the growth in nanophotonics, scientists are making gains faster than ever exploiting structures with dimensions comparable to the wavelength of light.
Therapeutic targets for aggressive triple-negative breast cancers :: New findings have made inroads into a strategy to identify triple-negative breast cancers at risk for metastasis, and eventually target these cancers with drugs.
There are more mammal species than we thought :: A recent study highlights that over 1,000 new species of mammals have been described globally during the last dozen years, a finding that contradicts the notion that our mammalian relatives are well known. This rate of species discovery is driven by advances in DNA analysis methods and field exploration. This new listing of all living mammal species is publicly accessible in the Mammal Diversity D
There are more mammal species than we thought :: A recent study highlights that over 1,000 new species of mammals have been described globally during the last dozen years, a finding that contradicts the notion that our mammalian relatives are well known. This rate of species discovery is driven by advances in DNA analysis methods and field exploration. This new listing of all living mammal species is publicly accessible in the Mammal Diversity D
There are more mammal species than we thought :: A recent study published in the Journal of Mammalogy, at Oxford University Press, highlights that over 1,000 new species of mammals have been described globally during the last dozen years, a finding that contradicts the notion that our mammalian relatives are well known. This rate of species discovery is driven by advances in DNA analysis methods and field exploration. This new listing of all liv
There are more mammal species than we thought :: A recent study published in the Journal of Mammalogy, at Oxford University Press, highlights that over 1,000 new species of mammals have been described globally during the last dozen years, a finding that contradicts the notion that our mammalian relatives are well known. This rate of species discovery is driven by advances in DNA analysis methods and field exploration. This new listing of all liv
There are more mammal species than we thought :: A recent study published in the Journal of Mammalogy, at Oxford University Press, highlights that over 1000 new species of mammals have been described globally during the last dozen years, a finding that contradicts the notion that our mammalian relatives are well known. This rate of species discovery parallels that seen in global amphibians, and is driven by advances in DNA analysis methods and f
There are more mammal species than we thought :: A recent study published in the Journal of Mammalogy, at Oxford University Press, highlights that over 1000 new species of mammals have been described globally during the last dozen years, a finding that contradicts the notion that our mammalian relatives are well known. This rate of species discovery parallels that seen in global amphibians, and is driven by advances in DNA analysis methods and f
There could be entire stars and planets made out of dark matter :: Mystery dark matter may not just form halos around galaxies. It could clump together like ordinary matter to make dark planets or stars
There could be entire stars and planets made out of dark matter :: Mystery dark matter may not just form halos around galaxies. It could clump together like ordinary matter to make dark planets or stars
These 3 steps can make colon surgery safer :: Colon operations come with special risks because the colon teems with microbes that can cause havoc if they escape during or after surgery. But a new study points to a way to reduce the risk of infections after colectomies for the hundreds of thousands of Americans who have such operations each year because of cancer, polyps, diverticulitis, or inflammatory bowel disease. The approach was associa
These beautiful, terrifying maps show how hot we'll get in 2090 :: Environment It’s easy to be apathetic about rising global temperatures, but difficult when you imagine your own future backyard. It can be hard to get too worked up over climate change, even if we know intellectually that it’s a huge problem.
These molecules fight viruses by cracking their shells :: Researchers have discovered that a certain kind of molecule can break through the shells viruses use to protect their DNA. The molecule could aid in the fight against the hepatitis B virus, which can cause liver failure and liver cancer. It’s estimated that 2 billion people worldwide have had a hepatitis B virus infection in their lifetime, with about 250 million—including 2 million Americans—liv
These self-destructing electronics can turn your data to dust on command :: Technology A radio signal tells the components to vaporize. Scientists have patented electronic components that vaporize when heated by a chemical reaction.
These self-destructing electronics can turn your data to dust on command :: Technology A radio signal tells the components to vaporize. Scientists have patented electronic components that vaporize when heated by a chemical reaction.
Thinning ozone layer may have driven Earth's largest mass extinction 252 million years ago :: Pine trees become temporarily sterile when exposed to ultraviolet radiation as intense as some scientists believe the Earth experienced 252 million years ago during the planet's largest mass extinction, lending support to the theory that ozone depletion contributed to the crisis.
Third time lucky for another Samsung leader :: Lee Jae-yong Samsung South KoreanSamsung heir Lee Jae-Yong on Monday became the third generation of his family to benefit from merciful legal treatment, when most of his bribery convictions were set aside and his jail sentence was replaced with a suspended term.
This AI software dreams up new designs for 3-D-printed parts before your eyes ::
This AI software dreams up new designs for 3-D-printed parts before your eyes ::
This ancient arachnid had a long, whippy tail :: Researchers have discovered a new species of arachnid, resembling a spider with a tail, in amber from Myanmar (formerly Burma), from the mid-Cretaceous age around 100 million years ago. “There’s been a lot of amber being produced from northern Myanmar and its interest stepped up about ten years ago when it was discovered this amber was mid-Cretaceous; therefore, all the insects found in it were m
This ancient arachnid had a long, whippy tail :: Researchers have discovered a new species of arachnid, resembling a spider with a tail, in amber from Myanmar (formerly Burma), from the mid-Cretaceous age around 100 million years ago. “There’s been a lot of amber being produced from northern Myanmar and its interest stepped up about ten years ago when it was discovered this amber was mid-Cretaceous; therefore, all the insects found in it were m
This ancient creature looks like a spider with a tail :: A newly discovered ancient creature looks like a spider and has silk spinners and spidery male sex organs.
This ancient creature looks like a spider with a tail :: A newly discovered ancient creature looks like a spider and has silk spinners and spidery male sex organs.
This bacteria literally poops gold :: The bacteria C. metallidurans is able to take trace amounts of gold and copper and turn it into teeny tiny gold nuggets a few nanometers in size. Read More
This deep-sea mystery is changing our understanding of life |Karen Lloyd :: How deep into the Earth can we go and still find life? Marine microbiologist Karen Lloyd introduces us to deep-subsurface microbes: tiny organisms that live buried meters deep in ocean mud and have been on Earth since way before animals. Learn more about these mysterious microbes, which refuse to grow in the lab and seem to have a fundamentally different relationship with time and energy than we d
This deep-sea mystery is changing our understanding of life |Karen Lloyd :: How deep into the Earth can we go and still find life? Marine microbiologist Karen Lloyd introduces us to deep-subsurface microbes: tiny organisms that live buried meters deep in ocean mud and have been on Earth since way before animals. Learn more about these mysterious microbes, which refuse to grow in the lab and seem to have a fundamentally different relationship with time and energy than we d
This flu season has killed 53 kids so far. Here’s what worried parents should do. :: Health Most of those children never got vaccinated. This flu season has been scary, but there are precautions to take that can really help keep you and your family healthy.
This flu season has killed 53 kids so far. Here’s what worried parents should do. :: Health Most of those children never got vaccinated. This flu season has been scary, but there are precautions to take that can really help keep you and your family healthy.
This Fossil Spider Has a Weird Extra Appendage :: A 100-million-year-old spider trapped in amber has something you just don't see nowadays.
This Fossil Spider Has a Weird Extra Appendage :: A 100-million-year-old spider trapped in amber has something you just don't see nowadays.
This is why you won't be able to swat that fly :: Summer in Australia is defined by sport, but the most-played sport isn't cricket or tennis – it's fly swatting. Have you ever tried to swat a fly? You can swipe, slap, slash or swoosh your hands at these sometimes-annoying backyard pests and almost always miss.
This new company wants to sequence your genome and let you share it on a blockchain :: People will be able to earn cryptocurrency in exchange for letting pharma companies use their data.
This seizure-spotting smartwatch has won FDA approval ::
Three new millisecond pulsars discovered in Terzan 5 globular cluster :: An international team of astronomers has found three new millisecond pulsars (MSPs) in a Milky Way globular cluster called Terzan 5. The new discovery increases the number of identified pulsars in Terzan 5 to 37 and makes this cluster the most efficient factory of MSPs in the galaxy known to date. The finding is reported January 30 in a paper published on arXiv.org.
Three new millisecond pulsars discovered in Terzan 5 globular cluster :: An international team of astronomers has found three new millisecond pulsars (MSPs) in a Milky Way globular cluster called Terzan 5. The new discovery increases the number of identified pulsars in Terzan 5 to 37 and makes this cluster the most efficient factory of MSPs in the galaxy known to date. The finding is reported January 30 in a paper published on arXiv.org.
Through the Looking Glass – Jeremy Bailenson (VR expert) – Think Again – a Big Think Podcast #133 :: The virtual reality that's coming is like nothing we've ever experienced. Now's the time to decide what it's good for. Read More
Tidligere ansatte går sammen: Vil beskytte børn fra Facebook og Google :: En række personer, der tidligere har været ansat i både Facebook, Google og Apple går nu sammen for at gøre børn opmærksomme på, hvad deres færden online kan betyde.
Tillerson to Latin America: Beware of China :: Rex Tillerson has made 18 foreign trips since he was confirmed as secretary of state on February 1, 2017: Only one them, a two-day visit to Mexico City early in his tenure, was south of the U.S. border. Tillerson was back in Mexico City on Friday, the first stop in his first multi-country tour of Latin America and the Caribbean. But while U.S. officials were planning his trip, Chinese Foreign Min
Timelapse of Elon Musk's dummy astronaut orbiting Earth in a Tesla – video :: Elon Musk's Starman can be seen sitting in $100,000 Tesla Roadster navigating Earth. Musk's plan is for the car, with the message 'don't panic' on the dashboard and David Bowie playing through the speakers, to cruise through high-energy radiation belts that circuit the planet, towards deep space Space oddity: how Elon Musk and SpaceX sent a car towards Mars Continue reading…
To Advance Artificial Intelligence, Reverse-Engineer the Brain :: Opinion: An MIT brain science professor argues that progress in deep learning research will come from the convergence of engineering and neuroscience.
To Protect Ocean Life, Marine Reserves Have to Be Redrawn Based on Science :: Big marine reserves look good on maps, but it takes tough rules close to shore to improve fisheries and biodiversity — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
To reduce overdose deaths, US needs to pilot the use of supervised injection facilities :: The authors of a new commentary come out strong in support of supervised injection facilities, or SIFs. They say that SIFs save lives by bringing addiction out of the shadows. The evidence suggests they may be right.
To reduce overdose deaths, US needs to pilot the use of supervised injection facilities :: The authors of a new commentary come out strong in support of supervised injection facilities, or SIFs. They say that SIFs save lives by bringing addiction out of the shadows. The evidence suggests they may be right.
Toddler formulas and milks — not recommended by health experts — mislead with health claims :: Misleading labeling on formulas and milks marketed as 'toddler drinks' may confuse parents about their healthfulness or necessity, finds a new study.
Toddler formulas and milks — not recommended by health experts — mislead with health claims :: Misleading labeling on formulas and milks marketed as 'toddler drinks' may confuse parents about their healthfulness or necessity, finds a new study by researchers at the NYU College of Global Public Health and the Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity at the University of Connecticut.
Touchscreen games for dog brain training :: Spoiling old dogs in their twilight years by retiring them to the sofa and forgiving them their stubbornness or disobedience, doesn't do our four-legged friends any good. Regular brain training and lifelong learning create positive emotions and can slow down mental deterioration in old age. Physical limitations, however, often do not allow the same sort of training as used in young dogs. In a new
Toward gonorrhea vaccine: Researchers take important step :: Researchers are paving the way toward a new therapeutic approach for gonorrhea by shedding light on the mechanism behind important proteins on the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria's outer membrane.
Toward gonorrhea vaccine: Researchers take important step :: Researchers are paving the way toward a new therapeutic approach for gonorrhea by shedding light on the mechanism behind important proteins on the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria's outer membrane.
Towards a better prediction of solar eruptions :: Just one phenomenon may underlie all solar eruptions. French researchers have identified the presence of a confining 'cage' in which a magnetic rope forms, causing solar eruptions. It is the resistance of this cage to the attack of the rope that determines the power and type of the upcoming flare. This work has enabled the scientists to develop a model capable of predicting the maximum energy that
Towards a better prediction of solar eruptions :: Just one phenomenon may underlie all solar eruptions. Researchers have identified the presence of a confining 'cage' in which a magnetic rope forms, causing solar eruptions. It is the resistance of this cage to the attack of the rope that determines the power and type of the upcoming flare. This work has enabled the scientists to develop a model capable of predicting the maximum energy that can be
Toyota forecasts record net profit for full fiscal year :: Japanese car giant Toyota on Tuesday revised its earnings forecast, saying it expected to see a record annual net profit thanks to robust global sales and a weaker yen.
Toyota forecasts record net profit for full fiscal year :: Japanese car giant Toyota on Tuesday revised its earnings forecast, saying it expected to see a record annual net profit thanks to robust global sales and a weaker yen.
Tracking oxygen saturation, plus vital signs, to identify vulnerable preemies :: While near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) long has been used to monitor oxygenation in conditions in which blood flow is altered, such as bleeding in the brain, how NIRS values relate to other vital sign measures in NICU babies was unknown.
Traffic noise-induced harm to cardiovascular system :: Noise may disrupt the body on the cellular level in a way that increases the risk of common heart disease risk factors, according to a new review that examined the underlying mechanisms that may lead to noise-induced heart disease. The review is in response to growing evidence connecting environmental noise, including from road traffic and aircrafts, to the development of heart disease, such as co
Training parents to work in hospitals benefits premature babies :: When the parents of premature babies in intensive care units are trained in basic nursing care and put to work, their infants put on weight more quickly
Trains, planes, automobiles and heart disease :: Noise may disrupt the body on the cellular level in a way that increases the risk of common heart disease risk factors, according to a review topic published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology that examined the underlying mechanisms that may lead to noise-induced heart disease. The review is in response to growing evidence connecting environmental noise, including from road
TRAPPIST-1 planets probably rich in water :: A new study has found that planets orbiting the star TRAPPIST-1 are made mostly of rock, and some could hold more water than Earth. The planets' densities suggest that some of them could have up to 5 percent of their mass in the form of water. The hotter planets closest to their parent star are likely to have dense steamy atmospheres and the more distant ones probably have icy surfaces.
TRAPPIST-1 planets probably rich in water :: A new study has found that planets orbiting the star TRAPPIST-1 are made mostly of rock, and some could hold more water than Earth. The planets' densities suggest that some of them could have up to 5 percent of their mass in the form of water. The hotter planets closest to their parent star are likely to have dense steamy atmospheres and the more distant ones probably have icy surfaces.
TRAPPIST-1: Findings show exoplanets made of rock and water :: In 2016, a team of researchers led by EU-funded astronomer Michael Gillon at the University of Liege, Belgium, discovered three temperate Earth-sized planets orbiting TRAPPIST-1, an ultra-cool dwarf star just 40 light years from Earth. A few months later, Gillon surprised the world with the discovery of a whole planetary system made of a total of seven planets around this star. A set of new studie
Treatment of nitrogen-polluted sediment using marine anammox bacteria :: Working on a way to alleviate eutrophication in coastal waters, a research collaboration between Kumamoto University in Japan and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) in the U.S. reports a combination of bacteria with the potential to lighten the impact of excess nitrogen found in many coastal water systems.
Treatment of nitrogen-polluted sediment using marine anammox bacteria :: Working on a way to alleviate eutrophication in coastal waters, a research collaboration between Kumamoto University in Japan and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) in the U.S. reports a combination of bacteria with the potential to lighten the impact of excess nitrogen found in many coastal water systems.
Treatment of nitrogen-polluted sediment using marine anammox bacteria :: Working on a way to alleviate eutrophication in coastal waters, a research collaboration between Kumamoto University in Japan and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) in the US have found a combination of bacteria with the potential to lighten the impact of excess nitrogen found in many coastal water systems.
Treatment of nitrogen-polluted sediment using marine anammox bacteria :: Working on a way to alleviate eutrophication in coastal waters, scientists have found a combination of bacteria with the potential to lighten the impact of excess nitrogen found in many coastal water systems.
Trilobites: Ancient Spider-like Creature With Tail Found Trapped in Amber :: The Cretaceous-era arachnid had the front end of a spider and a scorpionlike tail appendage, but more specimens are required to find its place on the evolutionary tree.
Trilobites: Newly Discovered Form of Water Ice Is ‘Really Strange’ :: Long theorized to be found in the mantles of Uranus and Neptune, the confirmation of the existence of superionic ice could lead to the development of new materials.
Trilobites: Starfish See Pretty Well in the Deep Ocean. By the Way, Starfish Have Eyes. :: In the deep seas, starfish make their own light, possibly to signal one another for mating, and they’ve evolved sophisticated eyes to see it.
Trilobites: Toads Eat Beetles. Sometimes, Beetles Make Them Regret Their Meal Choice. :: When toads swallow bombardier beetles, the beetles produce a poison that prompts some of the toads to vomit them up still alive, researchers found.
Trilobites: Unlocking Secrets of Sour Flavors With Something Found in Your Ears :: When scientists recently discovered a protein that may help with the detection of sour tastes, they realized it had previously been identified in the inner ear.
Trump Administration Reverses Policy On Protecting Migrating Birds :: The Trump administration has reversed a key policy for protecting migrating birds. Officials say a century old federal law is outdated, and poses a burden for utilities and energy companies.
Trump Finally Comments on the Stock Slump—by Arguing With It :: On Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump—chief executive of a $19 trillion economy, leader of the free world, commander of a nuclear military force—finally weighed in on the stock market’s sudden decline, by arguing with it. “In the ‘old days,’ when good news was reported, the Stock Market would go up," he wrote on Twitter . “Today, when good news is reported, the Stock Market goes down. Big
Trump Keeps Picking on the U.K. on Twitter :: NHS Donald TrumpAmerican presidents typically make at least a rhetorical show of not interfering in the internal affairs of most other countries—particularly allies. When Barack Obama weighed in on his preferred outcome in the U.K.’s Brexit referendum, for example, some took it as unseemly meddling. Donald Trump, though, has freely and repeatedly scolded the U.K. in public, first on counterterrorism, now on heal
Trump Likely Can't Avoid Talking to Mueller :: Earlier this week, after weeks of rumblings about Donald Trump speaking to Special Counsel Robert Mueller, The New York Times reported that the president’s lawyers are urging him not to testify to Mueller. “His lawyers are concerned that the president, who has a history of making false statements and contradicting himself, could be charged with lying to investigators," the Times reported. That’s
Trump to Withdraw Nomination of Climate Skeptic as Top Environmental Adviser :: The White House is dropping Kathleen Hartnett White from consideration to lead the Council on Environmental Quality.
Trump Wants a Military Parade—So What? :: Let’s get this out of the way: America still holds military parades. Regularly. They are held in small towns across the country to honor veterans, to remember those who were killed on the battlefield, and to showcase a community’s ties to the military. But the last time there was a military parade in Washington, George H.W. Bush was president. It was 1991 and the U.S. had just won the war in Iraq
Trump Wants Offshore Drilling, but States Are Choosing Wind Energy :: States bordering the outer continental shelf are looking for carbon-free electricity as the Trump administration rolls back rules requiring it — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Trump’s Saturday Night Massacre Is Already Happening :: The much-anticipated but much-delayed release of the House intelligence committee memo produced by Representative Devin Nunes produced any number of Beckettian diversions over the last week, and for a good portion of the day on Thursday, attention focused on FBI Director Chris Wray and whether he might resign. In the wake of the FBI’s highly unusual public statement opposing the release of the me
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Turns out, Kim Jong-un has a sister. She’s heading for South Korea right now. :: This marks the first time someone from the Kim Jong-un family has traveled to South Korea. Read More
Tusindvis af Android-enheder ramt af ny malware :: Kinesiske sikkerhedsforskere advarer mod en ny type malware, der selv spreder sig på netværk ved hjælp af port 5555, der ellers ofte står lukket.
Twitter reveals how future-thinking Americans are and how that affects their decisions :: Individuals who tend to think further into the future are more likely to invest money and to avoid risks, finds a new paper by psychologists at Emory University. The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) published the research, which tapped big data tools to conduct text analyses of nearly 40,000 Twitter users, and to run online experiments of behavior of people who provided their
Twitter reveals how future-thinking Americans are and how that affects their decisions :: Individuals who tend to think further into the future are more likely to invest money and to avoid risks, finds a new paper by psychologists at Emory University. The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) published the research, which tapped big data tools to conduct text analyses of nearly 40,000 Twitter users, and to run online experiments of behavior of people who provided their
Twitter reveals how future-thinking Americans are and how that affects their decisions :: The researchers tapped big data tools to conduct text analyses of nearly 40,000 Twitter users, and to run online experiments of behavior of people who provided their Twitter handles.
Twitter reveals how future-thinking Americans are and how that affects their decisions :: The researchers tapped big data tools to conduct text analyses of nearly 40,000 Twitter users, and to run online experiments of behavior of people who provided their Twitter handles.
Twitter reveals how future-thinking Americans are and how that affects their decisions :: The researchers tapped big data tools to conduct text analyses of nearly 40,000 Twitter users, and to run online experiments of behavior of people who provided their Twitter handles.
Two new inflated 'hot Jupiters' discovered by astronomers :: Astronomers have detected "hot Jupiter" exoplanets transiting two distant stars. The newly found alien worlds, designated EPIC 229426032 b and EPIC 246067459 b, appear to be larger than it should be according to theoretical models. The finding is reported January 24 in a paper published on arXiv.org.
Two small asteroids safely pass Earth this week :: Two small asteroids recently discovered by astronomers at the NASA-funded Catalina Sky Survey (CSS) near Tucson, Arizona, are safely passing by Earth within one lunar distance this week.
Two-step process to thwart cancer cells :: Scientists have found a new way to kill liver cancer cells and inhibit tumor growth. This research could accelerate the development of new treatments for liver cancer, which is currently difficult to cure.
Type 2 diabetes: The costs of treating complications :: Scientists at the Helmholtz Zentrum München have examined health insurance data of more than 300,000 people with diabetes in Germany. Their report, published in the medical journal 'Diabetes Care', breaks down the costs involved in treating various complications of the disease. The Helmholtz authors are members of the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD).
Type-2 diabetes: Insulin held up in traffic :: In a new study, researchers from the universities of Uppsala and Lund show why insulin secretion is not working properly in patients suffering from type-2 diabetes. The report is published in the journal Cell Metabolism.
Type-2 diabetes: Insulin held up in traffic :: In a new study, researchers from the universities of Uppsala and Lund show why insulin secretion is not working properly in patients suffering from type-2 diabetes. The report is published in the journal Cell Metabolism.
Type-2 diabetes: Insulin held up in traffic :: In a new study, researchers show why insulin secretion is not working properly in patients suffering from type-2 diabetes.
UA Cancer Center team targets tumor suppressor to treat 'triple-negative' breast cancer :: A team led by UA Cancer Center researchers Agnieszka Witkiewicz, MD, and Erik Knudsen, PhD, screened for drugs that could target triple-negative breast cancer tumors, producing several new therapeutic candidates for this difficult-to-treat cancer.
UA researchers on winning team in lunar exploration competition :: Pink Floyd aside, there isn't actually a dark side of the moon—just a side you can't see from Earth. That is, unless you're a researcher like those at the University of Arizona and partnering institutions, who are setting out to investigate meteoritic impact on the far side of the moon.
UBC researchers use drones to track jellyfish blooms :: Jellyfish blooms are becoming more widespread and scientists are looking for ways to understand them better, including their impact on species like salmon that compete with them for food sources. Now, researchers at the University of British Columbia have enlisted aerial drones to track these jellyfish clusters, their behaviours, and populations in greater detail.
UBC researchers use drones to track jellyfish blooms :: Jellyfish blooms are becoming more widespread and scientists are looking for ways to understand them better, including their impact on species like salmon that compete with them for food sources. Now, researchers at the University of British Columbia have enlisted aerial drones to track these jellyfish clusters, their behaviours, and populations in greater detail.
Uber and Waymo are finally taking their driverless lawsuit to trial ::
Uber Is Losing to Grab in Southeast Asia :: The Uber of Singapore has figured out how to make ride-sharing work in the developing world: rethink everything.
Uber’s algorithm for paying drivers is causing a gender gap ::
Uber’s algorithm for paying drivers is causing a gender gap ::
UC San Diego-Harvard group reports shift in awareness from Chopra well-being program :: A new study by Paul J. Mills, Ph.D., and colleagues has shown that an intensive six-day Ayurveda-based mind-body program led to a significant and sustained increase in self-awareness, with related mental and physical health benefits.
UC San Diego-Harvard group reports shift in awareness from Chopra well-being program :: A new study by Paul J. Mills, Ph.D., and colleagues has shown that an intensive six-day Ayurveda-based mind-body program led to a significant and sustained increase in self-awareness, with related mental and physical health benefits.
UF reports 2017 as average year for worldwide shark attacks, deaths :: Throughout his more than 40-year career at the University of Florida, George Burgess gained an international reputation with the media and public as a reliable source and shark attack expert who always stressed the importance of shark conservation.
UF reports 2017 as average year for worldwide shark attacks, deaths :: With 88 reported unprovoked shark attacks and five fatalities worldwide, 2017 was "just an average year," according to the University of Florida International Shark Attack File.
Ugens debat: Hvorfor kan staten ikke finde ud af at sælge? :: Salget af Statens Serum Instituts vaccineproduktion endte med en regning til statskassen på 1,5 milliarder kroner. Det førte til hård kritik fra Rigsrevisionen – og livlig debat på Ing.dk.
Ugens job: COWI, Teknologisk institut og Widex har flere ledige jobs :: På dagens liste finder du job for ingeniører og naturvidenskabelige kandidater i flere forskellige firmaer. Blandt andet som specialist, projektleder, konsulent og mere endnu.
UK bank bans bitcoin purchases via credit card :: Lloyds Banking Group on Monday joined major US banks in banning purchases of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies via credit card amid debt and security concerns.
UK 'could adopt' Norway bottle recycling system :: A Scandinavian deposit-based system for recycling bottles is thought likely to be adopted in the UK.
UNC researchers identify patterns of HIV risk among people who inject drugs in Vietnam :: In an effort to combat HIV infections among men who inject drugs in Vietnam, researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill conducted the first study to explore how this population mixes together. Their results were published in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes.
UNC researchers identify patterns of HIV risk among people who inject drugs in Vietnam :: In an effort to combat HIV infections among men who inject drugs in Vietnam, researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill conducted the first study to explore how this population mixes together. Their results were published in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes.
Uncovering the hidden roles management partners play in ACOs :: In the first study of the role of management partners in ACOs, Dartmouth Institute researchers used data from the National Survey of Accountable Care Organizations to examine the prevalence of non-provider management partner involvement in ACOs, the services these partners provide, and the structure of ACOs that have such partners. They found 37% of ACOs had a management partner, and two-thirds of
Understanding conditions for star formation :: Researchers have demonstrated how a gas escapes ice at an extremely cold temperature, providing insight into star formation in interstellar clouds. The mechanism by which hydrogen sulphide is released as gas in interstellar molecular clouds is described by scientists in Japan and Germany, in the journal Nature Astronomy. The process, known as chemical desorption, is more efficient than previously
Understanding conditions for star formation :: Researchers have demonstrated how a gas escapes ice at an extremely cold temperature, providing insight into star formation in interstellar clouds. The mechanism by which hydrogen sulphide is released as gas in interstellar molecular clouds is described by scientists in Japan and Germany, in the journal Nature Astronomy. The process, known as chemical desorption, is more efficient than previously
Understanding pain exacerbation with Opioid use :: A new study published in JNeurosci advances understanding of how the potent opioid analgesic fentanyl can increase pain sensitivity in animals. These findings could inform the development of treatments for chronic pain that minimize the side effects of these powerful pain-relieving drugs.
Unknown language discovered in Southeast Asia :: A previously unknown language has been found in the Malay Peninsula by linguists from Lund University in Sweden. The language has been given the name Jedek.
Unknown language discovered in Southeast Asia :: A previously unknown language has been found in the Malay Peninsula by linguists from Lund University in Sweden. The language has been given the name Jedek.
Unknown language discovered in Southeast Asia :: A previously unknown language has been found in the Malay Peninsula by linguists from Lund University in Sweden. The language has been given the name Jedek. 'Documentation of endangered minority languages such as Jedek is important, as it provides new insights into human cognition and culture,' says Joanne Yager, doctoral student at Lund University.
Unknown language discovered in Southeast Asia :: A previously unknown language has been found in the Malay Peninsula by linguists from Lund University in Sweden. The language has been given the name Jedek. 'Documentation of endangered minority languages such as Jedek is important, as it provides new insights into human cognition and culture,' says Joanne Yager, doctoral student at Lund University.
Untimely immune cell clocks may contribute to obesity and diabetes in shift workers :: About 15 million Americans don't have a typical nine-to-five workday, and many of these — nurses, firefighters and flight attendants, among many other professions — may see their schedule change drastically one week to the next. As a result, these shift workers' biological clocks, which keep track of the time of day, cannot keep accurate time, potentially making the negative effects of a high fa
Untimely immune cell clocks may contribute to obesity and diabetes in shift workers :: About 15 million Americans don't have a typical nine-to-five workday, and many of these — nurses, firefighters and flight attendants, among many other professions — may see their schedule change drastically one week to the next. As a result, these shift workers' biological clocks, which keep track of the time of day, cannot keep accurate time, potentially making the negative effects of a high fa
Untimely immune cell clocks may contribute to obesity and diabetes in shift workers :: About 15 million Americans don't have a typical nine-to-five workday, and many of these — nurses, firefighters and flight attendants, among many other professions — may see their schedule change drastically one week to the next. As a result, these shift workers' biological clocks, which keep track of the time of day, cannot keep accurate time, potentially making the negative effects of a high fa
Untimely immune cell clocks may contribute to obesity and diabetes in shift workers :: About 15 million Americans don't have a typical nine-to-five workday, and many of these — nurses, firefighters and flight attendants, among many other professions — may see their schedule change drastically one week to the next. As a result, these shift workers' biological clocks, which keep track of the time of day, cannot keep accurate time, potentially making the negative effects of a high fa
Unusual lung structures may raise risk of pulmonary disease :: The internal anatomy of our lungs is surprisingly variable, and some of those variations are associated with a greater risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study led by researchers at McGill University and the Columbia University Irving Medical Center has found.
Unusual lung structures may raise risk of pulmonary disease :: The internal anatomy of our lungs is surprisingly variable, and some of those variations are associated with a greater risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study led by researchers at McGill University and the Columbia University Irving Medical Center has found.
Unusual lung structures may raise risk of pulmonary disease :: The internal anatomy of our lungs is surprisingly variable, and some of those variations are associated with a greater risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study has found.
Unusual lung structures may raise risk of pulmonary disease :: The internal anatomy of our lungs is surprisingly variable, and some of those variations are associated with a greater risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study has found.
UPMC researchers solving treatment resistance in most common breast cancer :: For the first time researchers have identified recurrent ESR1 fusion proteins in human breast cancer, to understand how they function and help lead to improved treatments for the disease.
Ups! Russiske kosmonauter fik vendt en antenne forkert :: Under en mere end otte timer lang rumvandring fik to kosmonauter vendt en antenne forkert. Til gengæld har de nu rekorden for længste russiske rumvandring.
US policymakers ponder tougher rules for cryptocurrencies :: US regulators on Tuesday joined a growing chorus of officials saying they made need new powers to regulate cryptocurrencies which pose risks the investing public does not recognize.
US policymakers ponder tougher rules for cryptocurrencies :: US regulators on Tuesday joined a growing chorus of officials saying they made need new powers to regulate cryptocurrencies which pose risks the investing public does not recognize.
Using shark scales to design better drones, planes, and wind turbines :: A team of evolutionary biologists and engineers at Harvard University have demonstrated a new structure inspired by shark skin that could improve the aerodynamic performance of planes, wind turbines, drones, and cars. The research sheds light on a decades-old mystery about sharkskin.
Using shark scales to design better drones, planes, and wind turbines :: A team of evolutionary biologists and engineers have demonstrated a new structure inspired by shark skin that could improve the aerodynamic performance of planes, wind turbines, drones, and cars. The research sheds light on a decades-old mystery about sharkskin.
Using shark scales to design better drones, planes, and wind turbines :: To build more aerodynamic machines, researchers are drawing inspiration from an unlikely source: the ocean.
UTIA research examines long-term economic impact of cover crops :: A team of researchers from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture examined data from the past 29 years to determine whether it is profitable to include cover crops in an erosion management strategy. They found that while cover crops can cut into profitability over the short term, there are a number of benefits over long-term adoption.
Vanadium dioxyde: A revolutionary material for tomorrow's electronics :: Vanadium dioxide's unique properties make it perfect for outperforming silicon and giving rise to a new generation of low-power electronic devices. Engineers have shown how this compound can be used to create programmable radiofrequency electronic functions for aerospace communication systems. Other applications — such as in neuromorphic computing and artificial intelligence — are also on the ca
Vanadium dioxyde: A revolutionary material for tomorrow's electronics :: Vanadium dioxide's unique properties make it perfect for outperforming silicon and giving rise to a new generation of low-power electronic devices. Under the Phase Change Switch project, which is being funded by the EU's Horizon 2020 research program and coordinated by EPFL researchers, engineers have shown how this compound can be used to create programmable radiofrequency electronic functions fo
VCU scientists seek to perfect calculations for comparing cervical cancer radiation doses :: Research from VCU Massey Cancer Center has found that one of the standard practices for comparing cervical cancer radiation therapy treatments may be misleading, and the use of an alternative mathematical formula could be used to more effectively predict and potentially improve outcomes for patients.
VCU scientists seek to perfect calculations for comparing cervical cancer radiation doses :: Research from VCU Massey Cancer Center has found that one of the standard practices for comparing cervical cancer radiation therapy treatments may be misleading, and the use of an alternative mathematical formula could be used to more effectively predict and potentially improve outcomes for patients.
Venus flytraps don't eat the insects that pollinate them :: While most people are familiar with Venus flytraps and their snapping jaws, there is still a lot that scientists don't know about the biology of these carnivorous plants. Researchers have for the first time discovered which insects pollinate the rare plants in their native habitat – and discovered that the flytraps don't dine on these pollinator species.
Venus flytraps don't eat the insects that pollinate them :: While most people are familiar with Venus flytraps and their snapping jaws, there is still a lot that scientists don't know about the biology of these carnivorous plants. Researchers have for the first time discovered which insects pollinate the rare plants in their native habitat – and discovered that the flytraps don't dine on these pollinator species.
Venus flytraps don't eat the insects that pollinate them :: While most people are familiar with Venus flytraps and their snapping jaws, there is still a lot that scientists don't know about the biology of these carnivorous plants. Researchers have for the first time discovered which insects pollinate the rare plants in their native habitat — and discovered that the flytraps don't dine on these pollinator species.
Venus flytraps don't eat the insects that pollinate them :: While most people are familiar with Venus flytraps and their snapping jaws, there is still a lot that scientists don't know about the biology of these carnivorous plants. Researchers have for the first time discovered which insects pollinate the rare plants in their native habitat — and discovered that the flytraps don't dine on these pollinator species.
Venus flytraps don't eat the insects that pollinate them :: While most people are familiar with Venus flytraps and their snapping jaws, there is still a lot that scientists don't know about the biology of these carnivorous plants. Researchers have for the first time discovered which insects pollinate the rare plants in their native habitat — and discovered that the flytraps don't dine on these pollinator species.
Venus flytraps don't eat the insects that pollinate them :: While most people are familiar with Venus flytraps and their snapping jaws, there is still a lot that scientists don't know about the biology of these carnivorous plants. Researchers have for the first time discovered which insects pollinate the rare plants in their native habitat — and discovered that the flytraps don't dine on these pollinator species.
Versatile sensor against tumor initiating cells :: Most cancer deaths are caused by recurrent or metastatic tumors. Conventional therapies target rapidly dividing tumor cells, but are unable to eradicate the highly chemoresistant tumor initiating cells (TICs), ultimately responsible for relapse and spreading of the tumors in other parts of the body. A team of researchers at the Center for Self-assembly and Complexity, within the Institute for Basi
Versatile sensor against tumor initiating cells :: Researchers have developed the first fluorescent sensor to visualize TICs. Functional in lung, central nervous system, melanoma, breast, renal, ovarian, colon, and prostate cancer cell cultures, this could become a useful tool for biopsy-free post-treatment assessment and anti-TIC drug development.
Versatile sensor against tumor initiating cells :: The IBS researchers developed the first fluorescent sensor to visualize TICs. Functional in lung, central nervous system, melanoma, breast, renal, ovarian, colon, and prostate cancer cell cultures, this could become a useful tool for biopsy-free post-treatment assessment and anti-TIC drug development.
Very creepy crawlies: 'proto-spiders' with long tails discovered in amber :: Fossil hunters find preserved remains of 100-million-year-old arachnids with tails longer than their bodies In what can safely be assumed to be horrifying news for arachnophobes around the world, scientists have discovered the beautifully-preserved remains of prehistoric “proto-spiders" that sported tails longer than their bodies. Continue reading…
Very hot tea can raise risk of oesophageal cancer, suggests study :: Combined with excess alcohol consumption, scaldingly hot tea raises relative risk fivefold, says Chinese researchers Very hot tea combined with heavy alcohol consumption can increase the risk of oesophageal cancer by five-fold, research suggests. The cancer, which starts in the oesophagus, was already known to be linked to drinking alcohol and smoking, but those risks are heightened by the additi
Vibe, sanglærke og landsvale har trange kår: Tre millioner fugle forsvundet i det åbne land :: DOF efterlyser ny EU-landbrugspolitik, der støtter naturen. Dansk landbrug er enig.
Vibe, sanglærke og landsvale har trange kår: Tre millioner fugle forsvundet i det åbne land :: DOF efterlyser ny EU-landbrugspolitik, der støtter naturen. Dansk landbrug er enig.
Video games can have a meaningful social impact, proves Davos expert :: A game designer creates games that can change attitudes and behaviors. Read More
VIDEO Kinesere sender kæmpedrone med passagerer i luften :: Kinesiske Ehang har offentliggjort en video, der viser, at firmaets passagerdrone rent faktisk virker efter hensigten.
VIDEO Kinesere sender kæmpedrone med passagerer i luften :: Kinesiske Ehang har offentliggjort en video, der viser, at firmaets passagerdrone rent faktisk virker efter hensigten.
Video: Chemtrails vs. contrails :: It's easy to look at the white trail behind a jet aircraft and imagine all manner of chemicals raining down from above. However, airplane contrails are simply what happens when jet engines burn fuel.
Video: Chemtrails vs. contrails :: It's easy to look at the white trail behind a jet aircraft and imagine all manner of chemicals raining down from above. However, airplane contrails are simply what happens when jet engines burn fuel.
VIDEO: DSB finder revnerne i togets aksler med en magnet :: På værkstedet i Aarhus bruger de magnet til at finde revner i de gamle ME-lokomotivers trækaksler. Derefter bliver de mindre beskadigede aksler fikset med metallisering.
VIDEO: Forstå hvorfor man bruger grafikkort til kunstig intelligens :: Grafikkort er den foretrukne computerkraft bag kunstig intelligens, men hvorfor?
VIDEO: Forstå hvorfor man bruger grafikkort til kunstig intelligens :: Grafikkort er den foretrukne computerkraft bag kunstig intelligens, men hvorfor?
Virtual reality sheds light on memory recall :: Different areas of the hippocampus are activated when recalling different types of memories, a new study that used virtual reality shows. The findings could give neuroscientists new insight into how different brain areas assemble memories in context. It’s well known that one memory can trigger related memories. We remember specific events with context—when and where it happened, who was there. Di
Virtual Volterra Gallery: Photos of Ancient Tuscany Town :: An international team is recording archaeological sites in the ancient mountaintop city of Volterra, in central Italy and transforming the information into a 3D virtual rendering of the site.
Virtual Volterra: Ancient Amphitheaters and Temples Recorded in 3D :: Ancient archaeological sites in the mountaintop town of Volterra in Italy's Tuscany region are being digitally documented in three-dimensions with 21st-century technology and software.
'Virus-cracking' molecules advance fight against hepatitis B :: Indiana University researchers have found that certain molecules — currently under clinical trial — are able to 'crack' the protective shell of the hepatitis B virus, suggesting it may be possible to attack the virus after its already taken hold in the body. There is currently no cure for the virus, which can cause liver failure and cancer.
'Virus-cracking' molecules advance fight against hepatitis B :: Indiana University researchers have found that certain molecules — currently under clinical trial — are able to 'crack' the protective shell of the hepatitis B virus, suggesting it may be possible to attack the virus after its already taken hold in the body. There is currently no cure for the virus, which can cause liver failure and cancer.
'Virus-cracking' molecules advance fight against hepatitis B :: Researchers have found that certain molecules — currently under clinical trial — are able to 'crack' the protective shell of the hepatitis B virus, suggesting it may be possible to attack the virus after its already taken hold in the body. There is currently no cure for the virus, which can cause liver failure and cancer.
'Virus-cracking' molecules advance fight against hepatitis B :: Researchers have found that certain molecules — currently under clinical trial — are able to 'crack' the protective shell of the hepatitis B virus, suggesting it may be possible to attack the virus after its already taken hold in the body. There is currently no cure for the virus, which can cause liver failure and cancer.
Viruses — lots of them — are falling from the sky :: An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth's atmosphere — and falling from it — according to new research from scientists in Canada, Spain and the US.The study marks the first time scientists have quantified the viruses being swept up from the Earth's surface into the free troposphere, beyond Earth's weather systems but below the stratosphere where jet airplanes fly. The v
Viruses — lots of them — are falling from the sky :: An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth's atmosphere — and falling from it — according to new research from scientists in Canada, Spain and the US.The study marks the first time scientists have quantified the viruses being swept up from the Earth's surface into the free troposphere, beyond Earth's weather systems but below the stratosphere where jet airplanes fly. The v
Viruses — lots of them — are falling from the sky :: An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth's atmosphere — and falling from it — according to new research. The study marks the first time scientists have quantified the viruses being swept up from the Earth's surface into the free troposphere, beyond Earth's weather systems but below the stratosphere where jet airplanes fly. The viruses can be carried thousands of kilomete
Viruses — lots of them — are falling from the sky :: An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth's atmosphere — and falling from it — according to new research. The study marks the first time scientists have quantified the viruses being swept up from the Earth's surface into the free troposphere, beyond Earth's weather systems but below the stratosphere where jet airplanes fly. The viruses can be carried thousands of kilomete
Viruses disarm immune cell ‘soldiers’ to cause chronic infection :: Researchers have discovered a molecular mechanism that may help to explain how viruses that cause chronic infections, such as HIV or hepatitis c virus, manage to outsmart their hosts’ immune systems. The discovery could provide new targets for treating a wide range of diseases. Fighting off infections depends largely on our bodies’ capacity to quickly recognize infected cells and destroy them, a
Viruses—lots of them—are falling from the sky :: An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth's atmosphere – and falling from it – according to new research from scientists in Canada, Spain and the U.S.
Viruses—lots of them—are falling from the sky :: An astonishing number of viruses are circulating around the Earth's atmosphere – and falling from it – according to new research from scientists in Canada, Spain and the U.S.
Vitamin A in cattle fodder is potentially protecting against cow's milk allergy :: Infants can develop an allergy to cow's milk that usually subsides by adulthood but may increase risk for developing other allergic diseases. The allergic reaction can, however, be prevented by two components of cow's milk interacting together, as researchers of the Messerli Research Institute of Vetmeduni Vienna now describe in Scientific Reports. Loading of vitamin A metabolite retinoic acid to
Vitamin A in cattle fodder is potentially protecting against cow's milk allergy :: Infants can develop an allergy to cow's milk that usually subsides by adulthood but may increase risk for developing other allergic diseases. The allergic reaction can, however, be prevented by two components of cow's milk interacting together, as researchers of the Messerli Research Institute of Vetmeduni Vienna now describe in Scientific Reports. Loading of vitamin A metabolite retinoic acid to
Volatility Is Scary—but It's Normal :: By the end of the day on Monday, the Dow had lost more than 1,100 points since the markets had opened that morning—its largest one-day drop ever. The day’s losses totalled up to around 4.6 percent percent of the index’s value, which is not insignificant, but also not unheard of: A drop of more than 3 percent followed Brexit back in 2016. And Monday’s losses weren’t on anywhere near the scale of B
Volatility Is Scary—but It's Normal :: By the end of the day on Monday, the Dow had lost more than 1,100 points since the markets had opened that morning—its largest one-day drop ever. The day’s losses totalled up to around 4.6 percent percent of the index’s value, which is not insignificant, but also not unheard of: A drop of more than 3 percent followed Brexit back in 2016. And Monday’s losses weren’t on anywhere near the scale of B
Volcano Facts and Types of Volcanoes :: A volcano is an opening in Earth's crust where magma breaks through.
Wage increases do not have a persistent effect on job satisfaction :: After a wage increase, people tend to be more satisfied with their jobs — and even more so when what they have gained exceeds the wage increases of their colleagues. Yet, this effect on job satisfaction is not persistent. Two economists from University of Basel reported these findings in a study recently published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization.
Wage increases do not have a persistent effect on job satisfaction :: After a wage increase, people tend to be more satisfied with their jobs — and even more so when what they have gained exceeds the wage increases of their colleagues. Yet, this effect on job satisfaction is not persistent.
Wait–the Ozone Layer Is Still Declining? :: The lower stratosphere’s ozone continues to decrease, despite the world’s success in phasing out ozone-depleting chemicals — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Wait–the Ozone Layer Is Still Declining? :: The lower stratosphere’s ozone continues to decrease, despite the world’s success in phasing out ozone-depleting chemicals — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Want Awesome Robots? You'll Have to Best These Challenges :: Number one: Robots can't be idiots. Number two: They probably shouldn't fall into fountains, either.
Want to help your partner stress less? Listen from the heart :: When we feel supported, we feel less stress. But sometimes we think we are being supportive of a romantic partner and we're not. Who hasn't experienced the self-satisfaction of feeling like we're 'helping' only to find we've only made the situation worse.
Watch beetles shoot hot chemicals from their butts to escape toad bellies :: Animals Bombardier beetles avoid certain death by making toads puke. Bombardier beetles release a potent chemical to persuade the frogs that have eaten them to barf them back up alive.
Watch Live @ 7 p.m. ET: The Riddle of the Quantum Sphinx :: In this Perimeter Institute Public Lecture, physicist Robert Spekkens will explain why he thinks many quantum mysteries are a result of fairly simple mistakes concerning the nature of quantum states.
Watch live as SpaceX launches its highly anticipated Falcon Heavy rocket :: Space Oh gosh, this is really happening. At 1:30 p.m. eastern time on February 6, tune in to watch the Falcon Heavy fire up its 27 engines.
Watch Live as SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket Launches Today :: Whether a success or a failure, the first test flight of the world's current most powerful rocket guarantees fireworks — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Watch Live as SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket Launches Today :: Whether a success or a failure, the first test flight of the world's current most powerful rocket guarantees fireworks — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
WATCH LIVE: SpaceX Launches Powerful Falcon Heavy Rocket :: The private space company is launching a rocket more powerful than any other in use today — and it'll be bearing a cherry red roadster into an elliptical Earth-Mars orbit. Watch the launch live here. (Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
WATCH LIVE: SpaceX Launches Powerful Falcon Heavy Rocket :: The private space company is launching a rocket more powerful than any other in use today — and it'll be bearing a cherry red roadster into an elliptical Earth-Mars orbit. Watch the launch live here. (Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Watch the SpaceX Falcon Heavy Rocket Launch Today :: Elon Musk SpaceXElon Musk has disrupted the business of sending rockets into space, and hopes to achieve a milestone by testing the most powerful rocket currently operating in the world today.
Watch the SpaceX Falcon Heavy Rocket Launch Today :: Elon Musk SpaceXElon Musk has disrupted the business of sending rockets into space, and hopes to achieve a milestone by testing the most powerful rocket currently operating in the world today.
Water forecast is bleak for major reservoir in Southwest US :: One of the most important reservoirs in the southwestern U.S. will likely collect less than half its normal amount of spring runoff this year because of a warm, dry winter across much of the region, forecasters said Wednesday.
Waymo and GM Lead the Self-Driving Car Race, New Data Shows :: The numbers we have are a little jumbly, but they're the best we've got—and they do tell an interesting story.
We calculated how much sweat will come out of the Super Bowl and oh boy oh gosh :: Science Enough for a good Gatorade-style dunking, at least. It’s actually relatively simple to calculate someone’s sweat rate, if you're so inclined.
We can now read the whole genome of a fetus in the womb :: Knowing the ins and outs of our children's genetic secrets before they are born could help reduce the likelihood of many diseases – but could it be misused?
We might need to turn our poop into food to survive in space :: Space Astronaut poop could help create a weird yet nutritious bacterial Vegemite. Don’t panic. No one is suggesting that astronauts on long-term space missions should actually snack on their own bodily waste.
We must stand up to bad politics, not hide in an ivory tower :: Science journalism is about more than pure science. When powerful people of any political leaning go against the evidence, New Scientist cannot turn a blind eye
We Need a Universal Flu Vaccine before the Next Pandemic Strikes :: A century after the deadly pandemic of 1918, we're still not safe — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
We shouldn’t hide the gory details of how meat reaches our plate :: Eating animals is a choice we are all entitled to make but we should at least do so with consideration of their lives and deaths
We shouldn’t hide the gory details of how meat reaches our plate :: Eating animals is a choice we are all entitled to make but we should at least do so with consideration of their lives and deaths
We’re ‘addicted’ to socializing—not our smartphones :: We may be glued to our smartphones because of an evolutionary drive for socializing, rather than a technological addiction to them, new research suggests. “…we need to start having a conversation about the appropriate way to use smartphones…" The desire to watch and monitor others, but also to be seen and monitored by others, runs deep in our evolutionary past, explains Samuel Veissière, a cognit
Weekend reading: Over the moon, and a web refresh :: A super blue blood moon wowed the world, while we reported on rebels planning a new internet 10.51am GMT Rebels working to replace the tech giants Around the world a handful of visionaries are plotting an alternative online future. Is it really possible to remake the internet in a way that’s egalitarian, decentralised and free of snooping? 10.48am GMT Ai Weiwei on the refugee crisis The west has
Weight loss surgery improves microvascular complications in obese diabetic patients :: In a BJS (British Journal of Surgery) analysis of published studies in obese patients with type 2 diabetes, researchers found that weight loss surgery helps prevent the development of microvascular complications–which affect small blood vessels–better than medical treatment. The analysis was conducted by investigators from the Surgical Department of the University of Heidelberg in cooperation wi
Weird ice found on Neptune and Uranus has now been made on Earth :: Bizarre ice that forms under intense pressure and high temperatures may cause Neptune’s and Uranus’s odd magnetic fields. Now, we’ve made this stuff on Earth
Weird ice found on Neptune and Uranus has now been made on Earth :: Bizarre ice that forms under intense pressure and high temperatures may cause Neptune’s and Uranus’s odd magnetic fields. Now, we’ve made this stuff on Earth
West Nile linked to birth defects in fetal mice :: Two viruses closely related to Zika—West Nile and Powassan—can spread from an infected pregnant mouse to her fetuses, causing brain damage and fetal death, a new study suggests. The findings suggest that Zika may not be unique in its ability to cause miscarriages and birth defects. “We only studied mice and human tissues, so we can’t say for sure what happens when pregnant women are infected with
Whale and shark species at increasing risk from microplastic pollution – study :: Large filter feeders, such as baleen whales and basking sharks, could be particularly at risk from ingesting the tiny plastic particles, say scientists Whales, some sharks and other marine species such as rays are increasingly at risk from microplastics in the oceans, a new study suggests. Continue reading…
'What a mess Brexit is becoming': your best comments today :: We look at some of the articles provoking reader conversation today, including Ireland and Brexit, Musk’s rocket launch and groundbreaking DNA analysis Ireland weighing in on the Brexit customs union debate , an article on SpaceX’s successful rocket launch and discussion on a new DNA discovery have got you talking today. To join in the conversation you can click on the links in the comments below
What causes ionic wind? :: The phenomenon of ionic wind has been known about for centuries: by applying a voltage to a pair of electrodes, electrons are stripped off nearby air molecules, and the ionized air collides with neutral air molecules as it moves from one electrode to the other. The effect is easy enough to produce that it often appears at science fairs, and may even have a future in spacecraft propulsion. However,
What does your poo microbiome do? :: Even if you've been enjoying the solitary confinement of life under a rock, you'll probably still have heard the phrase 'gut microbiome'. You might even be aware that we all have one.
What happens when women stop MS treatment during pregnancy? :: Two new studies look at the effects of stopping the newer, stronger drug natalizumab for multiple sclerosis (MS) during pregnancy. Natalizumab is generally prescribed for people with MS who have not responded to or cannot tolerate other treatments for MS as it can have a rare but potentially fatal side effect.
What Is the Point of Elon Musk's Big Rocket? :: The hype around the launch of SpaceX's new rocket is reaching epic proportions. But is it all just PR for Elon Musk?
What Is the Point of Elon Musk's Big Rocket? :: The hype around the launch of SpaceX's new rocket is reaching epic proportions. But is it all just PR for Elon Musk?
What magnets have to do with pistachios :: A study using thousands of pistachio trees shows that ecological systems can be governed by the Ising model, which is typically used to explain permanent magnets. It also helps explain synchrony in nature, such as why a field of fruit trees blossom at the same time.
What magnets have to do with pistachios :: A study using thousands of pistachio trees shows that ecological systems can be governed by the Ising model, which is typically used to explain permanent magnets. It also helps explain synchrony in nature, such as why a field of fruit trees blossom at the same time.
What magnets have to do with pistachios :: A study using thousands of pistachio trees shows that ecological systems can be governed by the Ising model, which is typically used to explain permanent magnets. It also helps explain synchrony in nature, such as why a field of fruit trees blossom at the same time.
What magnets have to do with pistachios—Synchrony in ecology puts ising model to the test :: Did you ever pass an orchard with branches bursting with flowers and wonder how the trees "know" when to blossom or bear fruit all at the same time? Or perhaps you've walked through the woods, crunching loads of acorns underfoot one year but almost none the next year.
What makes a good egg? :: In approximately 15 percent of cases where couples are unable to conceive, the underlying cause of infertility is not known. Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine and in the Division of Biological Sciences at UC San Diego have identified a protein in mice that must be present in eggs for them to complete normal development. Without the protein, called ZFP36L2 or L2 f
What medieval artists teach us about animal sex :: The prevailing view is that animals mainly have sex to reproduce. Until recently, therefore, scientists assumed that animals were relentlessly heterosexual. This is the message conveyed by countless zoos, wildlife documentaries, books and films. Think March of the Penguins or 2014's controversial Noah. Such representations perpetuate the belief that animals are best seen through the lens of human
What Not To Write in an E-mail to SBM :: What to do, and what not to do, when sending a critical e-mail to SBM or elsewhere – assuming you want to be taken seriously.
What sexism in call centres can teach us about sexism in society :: Although you are likely to have dealt with both male and female call centre agents, the fact is that 71% of workers in the global call centre industry are female. Dubbed the "female ghetto" or, more positively, "female-friendly workplaces", women are significantly over-represented in call centres.
What sexism in call centres can teach us about sexism in society :: Although you are likely to have dealt with both male and female call centre agents, the fact is that 71% of workers in the global call centre industry are female. Dubbed the "female ghetto" or, more positively, "female-friendly workplaces", women are significantly over-represented in call centres.
What SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Launch Means for Getting Humans to Mars :: The launch is a key stepping-stone in the company's quest to bring colonists to Mars.
What style of argument do you follow? Personality quiz :: If your partner is upset, do you listen to them or try to cheer them up? Rebecca McGuire-Snieckus on strengthening relationships Choose which of the following statements applies to you: a) or b) 1 Arguments are a) Damaging to relationships b) Inevitable Continue reading…
What Went Wrong in the Fatal South Carolina Train Wreck? :: Train Amtrak SouthIt has been an awful two months for rail travel in America, and for Amtrak in particular. In late December, an Amtrak train derailed near Tacoma, Washington, killing three people. Last week, a train carrying Republican lawmakers struck a truck near Charlottesville, Virginia, killing the driver. Then, on Sunday, an Amtrak train struck a parked passenger train just south of Columbia, South Carolina
What's next for SpaceX? :: In successfully sending the world's most powerful rocket into space, SpaceX founder Elon Musk has pulled off yet another spectacular gamble.
Wheat gluten found to restore bonds in brittle human hair :: A team of researchers from Jiangnan University in China and the University of Nebraska in the U.S. has found that integrating wheat gluten into a shampoo helps restore bonds, making hair less brittle. In their paper published in the journal Royal Society Open Science, the team describes their experiments with wheat gluten and hair and what they found.
When did flowers originate? :: Flowering plants likely originated between 149 and 256 million years ago according to new research.
When did flowers originate? :: Flowering plants likely originated between 149 and 256 million years ago according to new UCL-led research.
When did flowers originate? :: Flowering plants likely originated between 149 and 256 million years ago according to new UCL-led research.
When it’s playtime, many kids prefer reality over fantasy :: Given a choice between fantasy play and doing the things that adults do, children prefer reality-based tasks, studies suggest.
When it’s playtime, many kids prefer reality over fantasy :: Given a choice between fantasy play and doing the things that adults do, children prefer reality-based tasks, studies suggest.
When to Worry about a Bruise :: Bruising is a common physical symptom. What causes bruising and how do you know when a bruise is something you should worry about? — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
When Will SpaceX Lose Connection with Starman? :: SpaceX's star dummy, riding in space inside a cushy Tesla Roadster, could lose contact with Earth any time.
Where Did All the Advertising Jobs Go? :: They are everywhere. Singing jingles in living rooms. Lining phone screens. Inhabiting the voices of podcast hosts. Looming like Dr. T.J. Eckleburg from highway billboards. They are ads. But while the work of stealing attention might seem infinitely employable, something strange is happening behind the scenes of America’s most inescapable industry. For the first time on record, the number of adve
Where to watch the SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch today :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyToday's launch of the Falcon Heavy is being streamed all over the Internet this afternoon Read More
Where to watch the SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch today :: SpaceX Falcon HeavyToday's launch of the Falcon Heavy is being streamed all over the Internet this afternoon Read More
Where Valentine's Day started: Lupercalia, Rome's most bizarre spring rite :: Where does Valentine's Day come from? Let us introduce you to the festival of Lupercalia. Read More
Which fetal size standard should be used for diagnosing a small- or large-for-gestational-age fetus :: In this special supplement to the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology (AJOG) leading experts describe six fetal growth size standards in current use and discuss their strengths and limitations.
White cheeks are more titillating :: Male blue tits with white cheeks are healthier and more likely to mate with higher quality partners than their counterparts with duller cheek feathers. Having purer white cheeks also indicates that a blue tit was better able to overcome an infection with parasites during the previous year. This is according to Elisa Pérez Badás of the Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales in Spain. She is lead auth
White cheeks are more titillating :: Male blue tits with white cheeks are healthier and more likely to mate with higher quality partners than their counterparts with duller cheek feathers. Having purer white cheeks also indicates that a blue tit was better able to overcome an infection with parasites during the previous year. This is according to Elisa Pérez Badás of the Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales in Spain. She is lead auth
White cheeks are more titillating :: Male blue tits with white cheeks are healthier and more likely to mate with higher quality partners than their counterparts with duller cheek feathers. Having purer white cheeks also indicates that a blue tit was better able to overcome an infection with parasites during the previous year. This is according to Elisa Pérez Badás (Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales, Spain) who is lead author of a
White cheeks are more titillating :: Male blue tits with white cheeks are healthier and more likely to mate with higher quality partners than their counterparts with duller cheek feathers. Having purer white cheeks also indicates that a blue tit was better able to overcome an infection with parasites during the previous year. This is according to Elisa Pérez Badás (Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales, Spain) who is lead author of a
White cheeks are more titillating :: Male blue tits with white cheeks are healthier and more likely to mate with higher quality partners than their counterparts with duller cheek feathers. Having purer white cheeks also indicates that a blue tit was better able to overcome an infection with parasites during the previous year.
White cheeks are more titillating :: Male blue tits with white cheeks are healthier and more likely to mate with higher quality partners than their counterparts with duller cheek feathers. Having purer white cheeks also indicates that a blue tit was better able to overcome an infection with parasites during the previous year.
White House To Withdraw Controversial Nominee For Top Environmental Post :: The White House will pull nominee Kathleen Hartnett White to lead the Council on Environmental Quality. White has drawn criticism for her comments on climate change.
Who to Watch at the Winter Olympics :: Editor’s Note: Find all of The Atlantic ’s Winter Olympics 2018 coverage here . On Friday, the 2018 Winter Olympics opening ceremony will get underway in Pyeongchang, South Korea. For every athlete involved, the arrival of the Games marks the realization of a lifelong dream, the payoff for countless hours of training and sacrifice. For the nations represented, the Games are a show of goodwill and
Whooo Knew? 10 Superb Facts About Owls :: Owls have enjoyed the spotlight around game day ever since wordsmiths, including late-night comedian Stephen Colbert, began using the phrase "Superb Owl" as a way to get around saying the trademarked term "Super Bowl."
Who's your daddy? Good news for threatened sea turtles :: A groundbreaking study of sea turtle nests and hatchlings using paternity tests to uncover 'who are your daddies?' is the first to document multiple paternity in loggerhead sea turtle nests in southwest Florida. What started out as a study on female sea turtle promiscuity is proving to be very good news for this female-biased species facing rising risks of extinction due to climate change.
Who's your daddy? Good news for threatened sea turtles :: A groundbreaking study of sea turtle nests and hatchlings using paternity tests to uncover 'who are your daddies?' is the first to document multiple paternity in loggerhead sea turtle nests in southwest Florida. What started out as a study on female sea turtle promiscuity is proving to be very good news for this female-biased species facing rising risks of extinction due to climate change.
Why #MeToo Happened In 2017 :: Why did the #MeToo movement take off recently and not decades ago? The story of a playwright who was publicly accused of sexual misconduct in the 1990s and again in 2017 offers some clues. (Image credit: Courtesy of Jana Mestecky)
Why a well-crafted melody has the power to colonise your mind :: How does music influence behavior? Read More
Why communication from a ‘locked-in’ child is a miracle we must question :: If Jonathan Bryan can communicate we should celebrate, but hard evidence is needed before we change how severely disabled children are cared for There has been much coverage lately – including in the Times , the Mirror , the Daily Mail , and tonight’s CBBC documentary special – of the story of 11-year-old Jonathan Bryan and his remarkable ability to write poetry, keep a regular blog, and communic
Why Do Birds Get Divorced? :: For blue tits, timing can be a factor in whether they remain together or part ways — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Why Do Rockets Explode? :: SpaceX is expected to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket into low-Earth orbit, but what are the chances that something could go wrong?
Why Do Rockets Explode? :: SpaceX is expected to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket into low-Earth orbit, but what are the chances that something could go wrong?
Why do some firms survive a crisis and others don't? :: An international study of small and medium-sized firms has been launched to find out why some are more resilient than others when a crisis hits, at both the level of the firm and in the wider economy.
Why do some firms survive a crisis and others don't? :: An international study of small and medium-sized firms has been launched to find out why some are more resilient than others when a crisis hits, at both the level of the firm and in the wider economy.
Why do we buy roses on Valentine's Day? :: Amongst other reasons, because they don't mind planes. Read More
Why do we buy roses on Valentine's Day? :: Amongst other reasons, because they don't mind planes. Read More
Why Does the Tesla Look So Fake in Space? We Asked a Chemist :: Even Elon Musk thinks his space-cruising midnight-cherry Tesla Roadster looks weird.
Why Don't Babies Smile from Birth? :: Their facial muscles work fine, but the neural networks that let them recognize the feeling of happiness take a while to develop — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Why Don't Babies Smile from Birth? :: Their facial muscles work fine, but the neural networks that let them recognize the feeling of happiness take a while to develop — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Why Elon Musk hopes the Falcon Heavy launch will spark ‘new space race’ :: Elon Musk SpaceXSpaceX CEO Elon Musk is encouraging aerospace companies to up their game after successfully launching the most powerful rocket since NASA's Saturn V. Read More
Why Elon Musk’s SpaceX launch is utterly depressing |Nathan Robinson :: Elon Musk is right: silly and fun things are important. But some of them are an indefensible waste of resources On Wednesday, two things happened. In Syria, 80 people were killed by government airstrikes. Meanwhile, in Florida, Elon Musk fired a sports car into space. Guess which story has dominated mainstream news sites? The much-anticipated launch of Musk’s Falcon Heavy rocket, the most powerfu
Why nerve cells die in ALS and frontotemporal dementia :: Scientists have for the first time discovered a mechanism that limits the number of 'cellular janitors' in the nervous system, leading to increased risk for two neurodegenerative diseases: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia, according to a Keck School of Medicine of USC study published today in Nature Medicine.
Why nerve cells die in ALS and frontotemporal dementia :: Scientists have for the first time discovered a mechanism that limits the number of 'cellular janitors' in the nervous system, leading to increased risk for two neurodegenerative diseases: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia, according to a Keck School of Medicine of USC study published today in Nature Medicine.
Why rape cases should not be subject to reasonable doubt :: Is it better to have the harm of 100 sexual assaults than the harm of one false conviction? Read More
Why sarcasm is such a brilliantly inclusive and effective way to teach children—not :: The image of the sarcastic teacher is a common one. From the masterful speech given by Socrates at his trial for corruption (his "apology"), to the withering insults of Mr Gilbert on The Inbetweeners TV show, sarcasm and teachers seem inextricably linked.
Why sarcasm is such a brilliantly inclusive and effective way to teach children—not :: The image of the sarcastic teacher is a common one. From the masterful speech given by Socrates at his trial for corruption (his "apology"), to the withering insults of Mr Gilbert on The Inbetweeners TV show, sarcasm and teachers seem inextricably linked.
Why some fireflies become femme fatales in their race for survival :: Fireflies are the flashy stars of the insect world. At night, you can see them coming because each little bug shines like a lamp – and, appropriately, they belong to the beetle family Lampyridae.
Why the Olympics have always been a better stage for politics than sport :: "Sports is war minus the shooting," said George Orwell. So far, however, a thawing of tensions between North Korea and South Korea has been the big political story of the 2018 Olympic Games. Read More
Why treating water scarcity as a security issue is a bad idea :: Helen Zille, the Premier of the Western Cape in South Africa, has made two startling claims about the water crisis in the province. She says there will be anarchy when the taps run dry, and that normal policing will be inadequate.
Why treating water scarcity as a security issue is a bad idea :: Helen Zille, the Premier of the Western Cape in South Africa, has made two startling claims about the water crisis in the province. She says there will be anarchy when the taps run dry, and that normal policing will be inadequate.
Why You Don't Hear Much About Sickle Cell Anymore :: It was cured … wasn't it?
Why You May Want to Avoid Drinking Piping-Hot Tea :: A word of caution to tea lovers: Let your cuppa cool a bit before taking a sip.
Widespread galactic cannibalism in Stephan's Quintet revealed by CFHT :: An extremely deep multi-band optical image from the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope (CFHT, Hawaii. USA) casts a new light on the formation process of the famous group of 5 colliding galaxies. The image reveals structures undetected thus far, in particular a very extended red halo composed of old stars, and centered on an elliptical galaxy, NGC 7317, which had been ignored in previous studies on the
Wikipedia has become a science reference source even though scientists don’t cite it :: Wikipedia is everyone’s go-to source. Even scientists. A new study shows how science on Wikipedia may end up forwarding science itself.
Will Disney's streaming service roar – or squeak? :: Will Disney's upcoming streaming services be the mouse that roared … or squeaked?
Will the ketogenic diet really help you lose weight? :: A lot of the research on ketosis is positive, but the trending of the diet brings its own problems. Read More
Will the ketogenic diet really help you lose weight? :: A lot of the research on ketosis is positive, but the trending of the diet brings its own problems. Read More
Wind Is Expected to Blow Past Water to Become the Renewable Resource Leader :: Hydroelectric power plants (aka water and dams) have long been the leading source of renewable electricity in the U.S. Wind power, however, is expected to surpass hydroelectricity by 2019, according… — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Winter Olympics 2018: What’s the Hardest Move in Ice Dancing? Twizzles :: 2018 Winter OlympicsOlympians make things look easy when they're not. But the hardest parts of their jobs aren't always what you think.
Winter Olympics 2018: What’s the Hardest Move in Ice Dancing? Twizzles :: 2018 Winter OlympicsOlympians make things look easy when they're not. But the hardest parts of their jobs aren't always what you think.
Wireless energy source generates electricity from simple motions such as waves, clapping hands :: Researchers have developed a wireless energy source that generates electricity from simple mechanical motion, such as the waves in the ocean, the tap of a foot or the clap of a hand.
With AI, Your Apple Watch Could Flag Signs of Diabetes :: Apple Heart CardiogramThe connection between heart rate and diabetes is poorly understood. But that’s not stopping a deep learning tool from finding one in your wearables data.
With Strategic Zaps to the Brain, Scientists Boost Memory :: For the past two decades, neuroscientists have been treating movement and neurological disorders with deep brain stimulation, a technique in which electrodes planted in specific regions of the brain send electrical impulses through targeted neural circuitry. More recently, they’ve been trying brain stimulation to enhance memory as well — but with mixed results. In a study appearing today in Natur
With Strategic Zaps to the Brain, Scientists Boost Memory :: For the past two decades, neuroscientists have been treating movement and neurological disorders with deep brain stimulation, a technique in which electrodes planted in specific regions of the brain send electrical impulses through targeted neural circuitry. More recently, they’ve been trying brain stimulation to enhance memory as well — but with mixed results. In a study appearing today in Natur
Women working for Wellcome Trust ‘earn 21% less than men’ on average :: Figures released by charity – one of the world’s biggest funders of biomedical research – make ‘uncomfortable reading’, says director Women working at Britain’s largest charity earn 21% less on average than men, gender pay gap figures reveal. The Wellcome Trust , one of the world’s biggest funders of biomedical research, is the latest major institution to make public its record on gender and pay
Woodpeckers Drum to their Own Tune :: The length and spacing of woodpecker drum rolls varies enough to tell woodpeckers apart–which could be useful to conservation biologists. Christopher Intagliata reports. — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Work among the penguins? France is looking for candidates :: Fancy a job at the North or South Pole? A French research institute is looking for you.
Workbench for virus design :: ETH researchers have developed a technology platform that allows them to systematically modify and customise bacteriophages. This technology is a step towards making phage therapies a powerful tool for combating dangerous pathogens.
Workbench for virus design :: ETH's Zurich researchers have developed a technology platform that allows them to systematically modify and customise bacteriophages. This technology is a step towards making phage therapies a powerful tool for combating dangerous pathogens.
Workbench for virus design :: ETH's Zurich researchers have developed a technology platform that allows them to systematically modify and customise bacteriophages. This technology is a step towards making phage therapies a powerful tool for combating dangerous pathogens.
Workbench for virus design :: Researchers have developed a technology platform that allows them to systematically modify and customize bacteriophages. This technology is a step towards making phage therapies a powerful tool for combating dangerous pathogens.
World's biggest rocket soars toward Mars after perfect launch :: Tesla Elon MuskThe world's most powerful rocket, SpaceX's Falcon Heavy, blasted off Tuesday on its highly anticipated maiden test flight, carrying CEO Elon Musk's cherry red Tesla roadster toward an orbit near Mars.
'World's loneliest bird' Nigel dies in New Zealand :: New Zealand wildlife lovers are mourning the death of a gannet named Nigel, dubbed "the loneliest bird in the world" due to the absence of any feathered friends on his island home.
Worm uploaded to a computer and trained to balance a pole :: Is it a computer program or a living being? At TU Wien (Vienna), the boundaries have become blurred. The neural system of a nematode was translated into computer code – and then the virtual worm was taught amazing tricks.
Worm uploaded to a computer and trained to balance a pole :: Is it a computer program or a living being? At TU Wien (Vienna), the boundaries have become blurred. The neural system of a nematode was translated into computer code – and then the virtual worm was taught amazing tricks.
Worm uploaded to a computer and trained to balance a pole :: The tiny worm C. elegans is the only living being whose neural network has been analyzed completely. It can therefore be transferred to a computer, creating a virtual copy of the worm which behaves in exactly the same way to external stimuli. Such a 'virtual worm' can learn amazing tricks — its neural network can even be used to balance a pole, which is a standard control problem in computer scie
Worm uploaded to a computer and trained to balance a pole :: The tiny worm C. elegans is the only living being whose neural network has been analyzed completely. It can therefore be transferred to a computer, creating a virtual copy of the worm which behaves in exactly the same way to external stimuli. Such a 'virtual worm' can learn amazing tricks — its neural network can even be used to balance a pole, which is a standard control problem in computer scie
Worm 'uploaded' to computer and taught amazing tricks :: The tiny worm C. elegans is the only living being whose neural network has been analyzed completely. It can therefore be transferred to a computer, creating a virtual copy of the worm which behaves in exactly the same way to external stimuli. Such a 'virtual worm' can learn amazing tricks — its neural network can even be used to balance a pole, which is a standard control problem in computer scie
Worm 'uploaded' to computer and taught amazing tricks :: The tiny worm C. elegans is the only living being whose neural network has been analyzed completely. It can therefore be transferred to a computer, creating a virtual copy of the worm which behaves in exactly the same way to external stimuli. Such a 'virtual worm' can learn amazing tricks — its neural network can even be used to balance a pole, which is a standard control problem in computer scie
WSU researchers build alien ocean to test NASA outer space submarine :: Building a submarine gets tricky when the temperature drops to -300 Fahrenheit and the ocean is made of methane and ethane. Washington State University researchers are working with NASA to determine how a submarine might work on Titan, the largest of Saturn's many moons and the second largest in the solar system. The space agency plans to launch a real submarine into Titan seas in the next 20 year
WWI’s Zeppelin Bombings Popularized the Trend of ‘Pyjamas’ :: World War I introduced so many terrifying new ways to die, and chief among those was, of course, death by air. You didn’t even have to be a soldier. For Londoners, the threat began in January 1915, when the Germans sent zeppelins loaded with bombs across the Channel. Eventually, they sent planes, too. The air raids, often at night, accomplished little tactically, but their true purpose was to ter
Xanax misuse: doctors warn of 'emerging crisis' as UK sales rise :: UK makes up 22% of global sales of the highly addictive anti-anxiety drug on the dark web ‘My personality changed’: Johnny, 16, on Xanax addiction The UK is the second-largest market for untraceable online sales of Xanax in the world, research has found, prompting warnings from doctors, MPs and youth workers of an “emerging crisis". Data revealed to the Guardian shows that the UK accounts for 22%
Yoga benefits patients with metabolic syndrome :: In a recent Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports study, one year of yoga training decreased pro-inflammatory adipokines and increased an anti-inflammatory adipokine in adults with metabolic syndrome and high-normal blood pressure.
You might be paying too much for ads on Google, Bing :: Before you dish out money to bid for a top-ranked ad position on a search engine, you may want to pause and make sure it's actually going to pay off.
You might be paying too much for ads on Google, Bing :: Before you dish out money to bid for a top-ranked ad position on a search engine, you may want to pause and make sure it's actually going to pay off.
You might be paying too much for ads on Google, Bing :: New research out of Binghamton University, State University of New York suggests that instead of just spending to get that top spot, advertisers should be considering other factors as well to ensure they are getting the best results from their sponsored search advertising campaigns.
You might be paying too much for ads on Google, Bing :: New research out of Binghamton University, State University of New York suggests that instead of just spending to get that top spot, advertisers should be considering other factors as well to ensure they are getting the best results from their sponsored search advertising campaigns.
You thought quantum mechanics was weird: check out entangled time :: What if entanglement also occurs across time ? Is there such a thing as temporal nonlocality? Read More
Your Dog Feels No Shame :: In 2011, a Maryland dog owner named Mali Vujanic uploaded a video to YouTube confidently titled “Guilty!" He’d come home to find his two retrievers near an empty bag of cat treats. The first dog, a golden retriever, lounged calmly, her conscience seemingly clean. But the second dog, a yellow Labrador named Denver, sat quaking in a corner, her eyes downcast, making what Vujanic called “her signatu
Your immune system may be able to protect against MRSA infections :: After years of investigation, researchers have discovered how the immune system might protect a person from recurrent bacterial skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus (staph).
Your immune system may be able to protect against MRSA infections :: After years of investigation, researchers have discovered how the immune system might protect a person from recurrent bacterial skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus (staph).
Your Mobile Phone Can Give Away Your Location, Even If You Tell It Not To :: Most people expect that turning their phone’s location services off disables mobile surveillance, but there are ways apps can avoid or escape those restrictions — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Your Mobile Phone Can Give Away Your Location, Even If You Tell It Not To :: Most people expect that turning their phone’s location services off disables mobile surveillance, but there are ways apps can avoid or escape those restrictions — Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Youth consider mobile health units a safe place for sexual health services :: Mobile health units bring important medical services to communities across the country. A new study indicates that mobile health units may provide a new approach for offering sexual health education and services to adolescents.
YouTube labels state-sponsored news as rules tighten :: YouTube TV RokuYouTube on Friday began labeling news broadcasts that get government money as it vowed to be stricter about content at the globally popular online video-sharing service.
Yup, Flat-Earthers Think the Falcon Heavy Launch Was a Conspiracy :: Surprise: They don't believe it.
Zika brain damage may go undetected in pregnancy :: Zika virus may cause significant damage to the fetal brain even when the baby's head size is normal, according to a primate study. The damage can be difficult to detect even with sophisticated brain scans. It may also occur from infections during childhood and adolescence. Hard hit are brain regions that generate new brain cells. Fetal brain structures that may be injured include those where neura
Zika brain damage may go undetected in pregnancy :: Zika virus may cause significant damage to the fetal brain even when the baby's head size is normal, according to a primate study. The damage can be difficult to detect even with sophisticated brain scans. It may also occur from infections during childhood and adolescence. Hard hit are brain regions that generate new brain cells. Fetal brain structures that may be injured include those where neura
Zika brain damage may go undetected in pregnancy :: Zika virus may cause significant damage to the fetal brain even when the baby's head size is normal, according to a primate study. The damage can be difficult to detect even with sophisticated brain scans. It may also occur from infections during childhood and adolescence. Hard hit are brain regions that generate new brain cells. Fetal brain structures that may be injured include those where neura
Zuckerberg acknowledges 'mistakes' as Facebook turns 14 :: Facebook Mark ZuckerbergMark Zuckerberg offered fresh self-criticism Monday, acknowledging making numerous mistakes in building the world's biggest social network as Facebook marked its 14th birthday.
Øget risiko for svine-MRSA jo tættere du bor på en svinefarm :: For første gang viser en undersøgelse en klar sammenhæng mellem stafylokok-smittede folks bopæl og svinefarme. Forskerne tror, at årsagen er dyrekontakt og ikke miljøsmitte.
Øget risiko for svine-MRSA jo tættere du bor på en svinefarm :: For første gang viser en undersøgelse en klar sammenhæng mellem stafylokok-smittede folks bopæl og svinefarme. Forskerne tror, at årsagen er dyrekontakt og ikke miljøsmitte.