"Junk DNA" could be key to controlling fear
A piece of "junk DNA" could be the key to extinguishing fear-related memories for people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and phobia, according to a study from The University of Queensland......»»
Fear of appearing prejudiced can inhibit accurate performance feedback to women
Evaluators who want to avoid appearing prejudiced may overcorrect and give women inflated performance feedback, new research indicates, which is a practice that could ultimately hinder their ability to improve and advance......»»
Another Apple smart ring patent granted, includes controlling smart glasses
Another Apple smart ring patent has today been granted, which includes both health monitoring and the ability to control other Apple devices. It suggests that data could be wirelessly sent from the ring for display on devices with screens, includ.....»»
Dealing with election anxiety? Psychiatrist explains how to channel your fears, break out of tribal thinking
Instead of excitement about the upcoming election, many of my patients and friends—regardless of political affiliation—report they're terrified at the thought of the "other side" winning. Democrats tell me they fear Donald Trump will end our demo.....»»
Flood of "junk": How AI is changing scientific publishing
An infographic of a rat with a preposterously large penis. Another showing human legs with way too many bones. An introduction that starts: "Certainly, here is a possible introduction for your topic"......»»
Pass the mayo: Condiment could help improve fusion energy yields
Controlling a problematic instability could lead to cheaper internal fusion. Enlarge (credit: jules/CC BY 2.0) Inertial confinement fusion is one method for generating energy through nuclear fusion, albeit one plagued b.....»»
FoMO is a key risk factor for mental health and burnout at work
Fear of missing out (FoMO) is a key risk factor for employee mental health and, along with information overload, may increase burnout, according to new research......»»
Epic Games & Spotify unsurprisingly unhappy with Apple"s latest DMA update
Epic CEO Tim Sweeney was quick to criticize Apple's new fee structure in the EU, calling them "junk fees," while Spotify said the update is "unacceptable."'Fortnite' maker isn't happy with Apple's revised DMA rulesApple's initial attempt at following.....»»
Precise stirring conditions key to optimizing nanostructure synthesis
Stirring allows for homogenization and efficient gas exchange—this fact has been known for decades. Controlling the stirring rate during the nanocluster synthesis is pivotal in achieving nanostructures with well-defined sizes, structures, optical p.....»»
Ultrasmall Space Junk Can Be an Invisible Satellite Killer. Scientists Are Learning How to Track It
An ambitious U.S. government program is working to detect and track millions of tiny space junk pieces—down to the size of a sand grain—throughout low-Earth orbit and beyond.....»»
These Pathogens Could Spark the Next Pandemic, Scientists Warn
Scientists have identified more than 30 different pathogens that they fear could cause the next big pandemic in humans.....»»
Apple stock getting hammered after international market crashes
Following both news of Berkshire Hathaway's selling over half its holdings in the company, and a wider fear of recession taking a steep toll on international stock markets, Apple shares took a steep dive as trading began on Monday.Warren Buffett [Ber.....»»
Born to modulate: Researchers reveal origins of climate-controlling particles
Aerosol particles are tiny. Swirling suspended in the air around us, most are smaller than the smallest bug, thinner than the thinnest hair on your head, gossamer specks practically invisible to the naked eye. Newly formed ones are nano-sized. Yet th.....»»
CleanMyMac X: a Mac caring app to help you boost your Mac’s performance
As you use your Mac every day, it can become sluggish due to the accumulation of cache, preference files, and unused apps that remain on the system. That’s where CleanMyMac X comes in. With CleanMyMac X, Mac users can delete system junk and even re.....»»
There are 2,000-plus dead rockets in orbit—here’s a rare view of one
A Japanese company becomes the first to approach a piece of space junk in low-Earth orbit. Enlarge / Astroscale's ADRAS-J spacecraft captured these views of the H-IIA rocket upper stage on July 15. (credit: Astroscale) T.....»»
Researchers develop an energy efficient, reusable, and versatile catalytic system using abundant cobalt
Controlling the crystal phase of cobalt nanoparticles leads to exceptional catalytic performance in hydrogenation processes, report scientists from Tokyo Tech......»»
Apple Vision Pro gestures may spread to the iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple Vision Pro introduced new ways of controlling apps through gestures, but it appears that Apple wants to extend that to controlling any device it makes.Proposed hand movements controlling an iPadBefore the Apple Vision Pro, if you gestured at a.....»»
Watch this first-ever fly-around of a huge piece of space junk
Orbital debris removal company Astroscale claims to have conducted the first-ever controlled fly-around operation of a large piece of space junk......»»
Watch this first-ever flyaround of a huge piece of space junk
Orbital debris removal company Astroscale claims to have conducted the first-ever controlled fly-around operation of a large piece of space junk......»»
OpenAI hits Google where it hurts with new SearchGPT prototype
New tool may solve a web-search problem partially caused by AI-generated junk online. Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards / OpenAI) Arguably, few companies have unintentionally contributed more to the increase of AI-generated.....»»
Volvo softens EV-or-bust strategy as hybrids show promise
Some Volvo dealers fear the consequences of sticking to the 2030 target as EV growth slows, and CEO Jim Rowan says hybrids can be a bridge for customers not ready to dump gasoline......»»