"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......»»
Ten ways we can better respond to the pandemic in a trauma-informed way
Fear is one of the central emotional responses during the pandemic. Every day brings a new level of stress: concerns about getting sick, the stigma of testing positive, financial difficulties due to not being able to work, separation from loved ones.....»»
Controlling electrons and vibrations in a crystal with polarized light
The quantum behavior of atomic vibrations excited in a crystal using light pulses has much to do with the polarization of the pulses, say materials scientists from Tokyo Tech. The findings from their latest study offer a new control parameter for the.....»»
Growing climate anxiety poses significant threat to individuals and society
Levels of eco-anxiety—the chronic fear of environmental doom—are growing, particularly among children and young people, and are likely to be significant and potentially damaging to individuals and society, warn experts in The BMJ today......»»
Spain"s rare earths pit greens against tech security—and profit
Spain's untapped rare earths are stoking tensions between mining companies and environmentalists and farmers who fear the devastating impact from extracting the minerals considered as essential for a high-tech and low-carbon economy......»»
10 Best Slasher Movie Costumes Of All Time, Ranked
When creating an iconic horror villain who always seems to cheat death, one of the biggest things to consider is how they will look. A classic horror villain needs the right look to be intimidating and strike fear into the hearts of their v.....»»
New study capture sugar transport fundamental to plants
In plants, Sugar Transport Proteins (STPs) are key for uptake of glucose. They are responsible for sugar import into plant organs such as seeds, pollen and fruit and are essential for correct tissue development. Moreover, controlling sugar uptake thr.....»»
New Layers Of Fear Project Teased By Bloober Team With Unreal Engine 5-Powered Trailer
Bloober Team has issued an Unreal Engine 5-build teaser for a new Layers of Fear project. The post New Layers Of Fear Project Teased By Bloober Team With Unreal Engine 5-Powered Trailer appeared first on PlayStation Universe. Bloober Team has te.....»»
New tool reveals ultimate owners of companies
Researchers from Skoltech, the European University at St. Petersburg, and Lomonosov Moscow State University have developed an algorithm that detects the ultimate controlling owners of companies. Applicable to datasets with millions of organizations,.....»»
The Complex Truth About ‘Junk DNA’
Genomes hold immense quantities of noncoding DNA. Some of it is essential for life, some seems useless, and some has its own agenda......»»
Predicting and controlling dioxins
Dioxins are a group of toxic and persistent environmental pollutants. These compounds are formed through a variety of processes but commonly through incomplete combustion of organic matter. Levels are usually monitored in industrial settings for safe.....»»
China may control mineral sources for new energy cars
China is likely to decide on policies for controlling sources of mineral materials used in EV (electric vehicle) batteries, according to media reports......»»
A new way to control qubits
A research team that includes two UO physicists have outlined new techniques for controlling the building blocks of quantum computing, a potentially significant step toward making such computers more accurate and useful......»»
Revealing hidden extinction risk in Madagascar"s rare plant species
For many species, there is a lack of information needed to make extinction risk assessments—a problem that is particularly acute in biodiverse regions such as Madagascar. Scientists also fear that current methods of assessing extinction risk may un.....»»
China to stop building coal plants in developing nations
President Xi Jinping announces a necessary step to controlling global emissions. Enlarge / Coal plants at the end of the line? (credit: Ryan Pyle / Getty Images) Chinese President Xi Jinping used his speech to the United Nations General Assemb.....»»
CIA director “fuming” after Havana syndrome strikes team member in India
Some officials fear the incidents are increasing and escalating, leaving officers on edge. Enlarge / William Burns, director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), arrives for a closed hearing at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on Wednesday.....»»
Controlling the length of supramolecular polymers
Systems made up of one supramolecular polymer are well understood, but much remains unknown for systems involving the combination of multiple supramolecular polymers, such as what affects the length of the resulting copolymers. For her Ph.D. research.....»»
Rates of infectious disease linked to authoritarian attitudes and governance: study
According to psychologists, in addition to our physiological immune system we also have a behavioral one: an unconscious code of conduct that helps us stay disease-free, including a fear and avoidance of unfamiliar—and so possibly infected—people.....»»
SpaceX"s Starship Could Rocket-Boost Research in Space
The platform could aid climate science, space junk cleanup and planetary exploration -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Inside the strange and scammy world of anti-5G accessories
Fears about cell phones emitting harmful radiation have been around for decades. Now that 5G is rolling out, sketchy retailers are using that fear to cash in.....»»
Why some fish are "junk" and others are protected. Study points to bias against native species
Andrew Rypel grew up fishing on Wisconsin's pristine lakes and rivers. With just a worm on his hook, he caught suckers, gar, sunfish and other native fish he never saw in his game fishing magazines......»»