"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......»»
Nomo Fomo benches are social distancing devices to help prevent FOMO
Studio Hai has imagined a set of quirky outdoor benches and planters to help counteract the fear of missing out, or FOMO, during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more Studio Hai has imagined a set of quirky outdoor benches and planters to help.....»»
C2i, a genomics SaaS product to detect traces of cancer, raises $100M Series B
If you or a loved one has ever undergone a tumor removal as part of cancer treatment, you’re likely familiar with the period of uncertainty and fear that follows. Will the cancer return, and if so, will the doctors catch it at an early enough stage.....»»
RNA holds the reins in bacteria: Researchers observe RNA controlling protein synthesis
To better understand how RNA in bacteria gives rise to protein—and along the way, target these processes in the design of new antibiotics—researchers are turning their attention to the unique way this process happens in bacteria......»»
Space Junk Removal Is Not Going Smoothly
Despite promising technology demonstrations, there is no one-size-fits-all solution for the growing problem of taking out the orbital trash -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
When wildfires rage close, Perimeter wants to tell you where to go
Out the window, a fire is raging — and it’s moving ever closer. Confusion. Fear. A run for the car. Roads open and then suddenly closed by authorities. Traffic jams. A fire break that stalls the flames and then suddenly the flames jump, changing.....»»
Cybersecurity threats and cybercrime trends of 2020
Bitdefender released a report revealing top cybersecurity threats, frequency of threats and cybercrime trends of 2020. “Our 2020 findings depict consumers under constant assault from cybercriminals looking to capitalize on fear and societal unc.....»»
Religion follows patterns of politicization during COVID-19
Research shows people turn to religion in times of fear and uncertainty—and March 2020 was one of those times......»»
Riders face long waits as Uber and Lyft struggle to recruit drivers
Riders are flooding back to ride-hailing apps. Drivers, not so much. Enlarge (credit: FG Trade / Getty Images) Around this time last year, Uber and Lyft saw demand plunge for their flagship ride-hailing services as fear of the coronavirus kept.....»»
Putin"s Plan For Controlling the Internet In Russia
Time magazine reports: On March 10, photos and videos on Twitter were loading more slowly than usual for users in Russia. It was not a network fault or server error but a deliberate move by Russia's state internet regulator Roskomnadzor to limit tra.....»»
Antimatter Atoms Can Be Precisely Manipulated and Cooled With Lasers
One of our most precise mechanisms for controlling matter has now been applied to antimatter atoms for the first time. From a report: Laser cooling, which slows the motion of particles so they can be measured more precisely, can make antihydrogen ato.....»»
The "one who causes fear"—new meat-eating predator discovered
Research published today in the peer-reviewed Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology describes a newly discovered species of dinosaur—named the 'one who causes fear', or Llukalkan aliocranianus......»»
It’s Finally Time to Take Out the Space Trash
Junk satellites can pose risks to other objects in Earth’s orbit. Startups are testing out ways to tidy up, from magnets to robotic tentacles......»»
Controlling bubble formation on electrodes
Using electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen can be an effective way to produce clean-burning hydrogen fuel, with further benefits if that electricity is generated from renewable energy sources. But as water-splitting technologies improv.....»»
The best movies and shows on Shudder
Fear is always streaming on Shudder. Boasting a creep-filled curation of horror films, shows, and exclusives, here's a roundup of our favorite Shudder content......»»
Poll: Learning setbacks a top concern for parents
Parents across the U.S. are conflicted about reopening schools. Most are at least somewhat worried that a return to the classroom will lead to more coronavirus cases, but there's an even deeper fear that their children are falling behind in school wh.....»»
Climate change is feeding our plants junk food
The human-led climate crisis has begun to impact our world in profound ways......»»
How to change your language in Apple TV+
Looking to change the spoken language or closed captioning in your Apple TV+ app? Fear not, for we've put together this quick guide to teach you how to do it......»»
Mission to clear space junk using magnets set for launch
A Japanese-made technology aimed at using magnets to clear low-Earth orbit of hazardous space debris is about to be put through its paces......»»
2.9-Ton Battery Pallet Becomes Largest Mass Ever Discharged From Space Station
"A pallet of batteries was released from the International Space Station last week, becoming the heaviest single piece of junk ever jettisoned from the station," reports UPI: Mission controllers in Houston commanded the Canadarm2 robotic arm to rele.....»»
Will CRISPR Offer Hope For Controlling African Swine Fever?
"New vaccine trials hold great promise in the management of an East African strain of African swine fever, one of the most devastating diseases to afflict pigs," writes Cornell's Alliance for Science (a group who gives its mission as correcting misin.....»»