"Aphantasia", Absence of Visual Imagination, Shown Detectable Through Pupil Dilation
Long-time Slashdot reader drinkypoo writes: Researchers at UNSW Sydney have discovered that aphantasia, or lack of visual imagination, can be detected by lack of pupillary response. Pupillary response to both real and imagined objects was measured an.....»»
Study identifies rhizobacteria to combat Striga and boost sorghum yields in Ethiopia
A research team has identified potential Striga-suppressing rhizobacteria associated with sorghum, which have been shown to significantly reduce Striga seed germination rates. This study highlights the value of soil-borne bacteria as bioherbicides to.....»»
Small steps for electrons—big steps for the future? Ultrafast microscope reveals electron pathways in solar cells
In the search for more efficient and sustainable energy generation methods, a class of materials called metal halide perovskites have shown great promise. In the few years since their discovery, novel solar cells based on these materials have already.....»»
How to insert a text box in Google Docs
Whether you want to make text stand out, add some structure, or create a unique visual, we’ll show you a few ways to insert a text box in Google Docs......»»
Arduino’s Plug and Make Kit lets your hacking imagination run wild, sans solder
Daisy-chain tiny boards into weather stations, game controllers, and way more. Enlarge / Having this on the wall, right by your front door, would serve the purpose of informing guests where your priorities lie. (credit: Arduino).....»»
Scientists find a natural quicksand trap dated to more than one million years ago in the "elephant graveyard" of Orce
Scientists at the University of Malaga have shown, in an unprecedented way, how the so-called "elephant graveyard" of the Early Pleistocene archaeological site of Orce—a name given due to the amount of remains of the extinct elephant species Mammut.....»»
Every summer 2024 gaming showcase: full schedule and stream recaps
Trying to catch up on summer showcases you missed in June? Here's what aired and what was shown at each......»»
Mars likely had cold and icy past, new study finds
The question of whether Mars ever supported life has captivated the imagination of scientists and the public for decades. Central to the discovery is gaining insight into the past climate of Earth's neighbor: Was the planet warm and wet, with seas an.....»»
Pupil Dilation Reveals Better Working Memory
People whose eyes dilated more performed better on tests of working memory.....»»
Gurman: Table-top robot will be Apple’s first home device with Apple Intelligence features
When Apple Intelligence launches later this year, it will be exclusive to these iPhones, Macs, and iPads. Even features like the new Siri won’t be coming to modern products like the HomePod, Watch, or Vision Pro. The upgraded Siri’s absence fr.....»»
Aerosols shown to increase size of cloud cells, causing greater radiative cooling under polluted conditions
Aerosols, often emitted alongside greenhouse gases, can brighten clouds and cause significant cooling. However, the uncertainty associated with aerosol–cloud interactions (ACIs) is large and potentially significant enough to mask a sizable portion.....»»
Intracellular mechanisms shown to promote spread of deadly bacterial infection
Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered novel protein mechanisms that promote the rapid spread of Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but lethal bacteria that can cause vibriosis and sepsis, according to findings published in the Proceedings of the.....»»
Phage display technology effectively improves specific targeting ability of anti-microbial peptides against S. aureus
Antibiotics are widely used in clinical treatment and animal production as an effective means to combat microbial infections. Antimicrobial peptides, as potential alternatives to antibiotics, have shown promising applications. However, owing to their.....»»
AI able to identify drug-resistant typhoid-like infection from microscopy images in matter of hours
Artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to identify drug resistant infections, significantly reducing the time it takes for a correct diagnosis, Cambridge researchers have shown. The team determined that an algorithm could be trained to identify d.....»»
Mississippi lacks Black doctors, even as lawmakers increasingly target diversity programs
Medical schools around the country are trying to recruit Black, Hispanic, and Native American students, all of whom remain disproportionately underrepresented in the field of medicine. Research has shown that patients of color prefer seeing doctors o.....»»
Study shows current strategies are ineffective in controlling Salmonella Dublin in Danish cattle
In a recent study published in the Journal of Dairy Science, researchers from the Complexity Science Hub (CSH), the University of Copenhagen, and SEGES have shown that despite stringent movement restrictions among Danish cattle farms, Salmonella Dubl.....»»
Fiio’s reboot of the Walkman no longer hides those glorious cassettes
A new transparent version of the Fiio CP13 gives inserted cassettes the visual treatment they deserve......»»
Permaculture found to be a sustainable alternative to conventional agriculture
RPTU University of Kaiserslautern-Landau has shown for the first time, in a joint study with BOKU University, that permaculture brings about a significant improvement in biodiversity, soil quality and carbon storage......»»
Study finds early-onset El Niño means warmer winters in East Asia, and vice versa
The phenomenon known as El Niño can cause abnormal and extreme climate around the world due to it dramatically altering the normal flow of the atmosphere. In Japan, historical data has shown that El Niño years tend to lead to warmer winters. This c.....»»
Cync cabinet lights, Hue table lamp, & Matter remotes on the HomeKit Insider Podcast
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we talk about new devices for the week, including the launch of the GE Cync under cabinet lights, a universal remote, and an IR repeater.HomeKit Insider PodcastAfter first being shown at CES 2024, GE Cy.....»»
Mapping the surfaces of MXenes, atom by atom, reveals new potential for the 2D materials
In the decade since their discovery at Drexel University, the family of two-dimensional materials called MXenes has shown a great deal of promise for applications ranging from water desalination and energy storage to electromagnetic shielding and tel.....»»