Authors use they/them pronouns less frequently in publications
More people are using "they/them" pronouns to signal their gender identity, but writers tend to avoid using "they" to refer to a single person, according to a new study by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill......»»
Research finds pronoun use not only shaped by language but also beliefs
Pronouns like "he" and "she" are at the center of much debate as society tries to shift to using more gender-inclusive pronouns like "they"—especially when referring to those with identities that do not fit with traditional pronouns. Research at th.....»»
A shortcut for drug discovery: Novel method predicts on a large scale how small molecules interact with proteins
For most human proteins, there are no small molecules known to bind them chemically (so-called "ligands"). Ligands frequently represent important starting points for drug development but this knowledge gap critically hampers the development of novel.....»»
Did climate chaos cultivate or constrain 2023"s greenery?
In the ongoing quest to track the progression of climate change, scientists frequently examine the state of our planet's vegetation—forests, grasslands, agricultural lands, and beyond......»»
The secret to saving old books could be gluten-free glues
"Bookworm" is a cute thing to call a voracious reader, but actual bookworms—as well as microorganisms and time—break down the flour pastes commonly used to keep old publications in one piece......»»
Five things our research uncovered when we recreated 16th century beer (and barrels)
It's true that our 16th-century ancestors drank much more than Irish people do today. But why they did so and what their beer was like are questions shrouded in myth. The authors were part of a team who set out to find some answers......»»
New study examines the increased adoption of they/them pronouns
People are using "they/them" pronouns more often according to a new study by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill......»»
Researchers find cryptic genetic element in the human gut that could serve as a sensitive biomarker
A component of the human intestinal flora that has been little studied to date is the focus of a new study from Germany. Plasmids are small extrachromosomal genetic elements that frequently occur in bacterial cells and can influence microbial lifesty.....»»
Giant rogue waves: Southern Ocean expedition reveals wind as key cause
A University of Melbourne expedition to the southernmost waters encircling Antarctica has discovered that wind drives the formation of colossal rogue waves, and that these unpredictable waves occur more frequently than scientists had previously thoug.....»»
Expand your library with these cybersecurity books
In this Help Net Security video round-up, authors discuss their cybersecurity books and provide an inside look at each title. Complete videos George Finney, CSO at Southern Methodist University, talks about his book – “Project Zero Trust: A Story.....»»
How to select multiple files on a Mac
Selecting files is a core feature of macOS. Here’s four different ways you can do so, along with some answers to a few frequently asked questions......»»
Are the world"s cultures growing apart?
Cultural values may have become more different globally, but more similar regionally, over the past 40 years according to a paper published in Nature Communications. The authors suggest that over time, high-income Western countries have grown increas.....»»
Cybercriminal adoption of browser fingerprinting
Browser fingerprinting is one of many tactics phishing site authors use to evade security checks and lengthen the lifespan of malicious campaigns. While browser fingerprinting has been used by legitimate organizations to uniquely identify web browser.....»»
Computational chemistry needs to be sustainable too, say researchers
A diverse group of computational chemists is encouraging the research community to embrace a sustainable software ecosystem. That's the message behind a perspective article published in the Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation. The authors disc.....»»
Researchers find the link between human activity and shifting weather patterns in western North America
Western North America seems to be experiencing more extreme weather events more frequently. From scorching droughts to torrential floods, the climate is changing rapidly, with no signs of slowing down. From 2011 to 2015, California and neighboring st.....»»
New AirPods Max Update is Live, Here’s How to Update
Apple’s pushed a new firmware update to the AirPods Max. If you want to keep your headphones up-to-date, here’s what you need to know. Updates for the AirPods Max don’t come as frequently as updates for the iPhone and Mac. Apple rol.....»»
The uneven results of anticorruption efforts across countries
When fighting corruption, countries often rely too much on repression and forget about prevention measures, which are frequently inadequate or nonexistent. Furthermore, despite the progress made in implementation of the main international anticorrupt.....»»
Why are women cited less frequently than men?
Citation counts count. The number of citations is commonly perceived as indicative of a researcher's productivity and academic impact. It weighs heavily in considerations for hiring, promotion, funding allocation, and salary increases within academic.....»»
Regulating atomic Fe-Rh site distance for efficient oxygen reduction reaction
In a study published in the journal Science China Chemistry, the authors systematically design and investigate the site-distance effect of Fe-Rh atom catalysts (Fe-Rhx@NC) supported by N-doped graphene for ORR by an integrated theoretical and experim.....»»
MagSafe Monday: ESR for Qi2 15W MagSafe car mount delivers fast charging on the go
Oddly enough, wireless charging is one of my top use cases for MagSafe. Some of my earliest MagSafe accessories have been wireless chargers in the car. I don’t have long commutes every day, so I am frequently in and out of the car. The friction of.....»»
Arctic cooperation at a standstill because of Russia"s war in Ukraine: Report
A new ZOiS Report analyzes the various effects of Russia's war against Ukraine on the Arctic region. The authors also assess how a baseline of coordination with Russia on the vital issues of security and climate change could be re-established for the.....»»