A new bridge between the geometry of fractals and the dynamics of partial synchronization
In mathematics, simple equations can generate a complex evolution in time and intriguing patterns in space. One famous example of this is the Mandelbrot set, named after the French-American mathematician of Polish origin, Benoit B. Mandelbrot (1924-2.....»»
Rats bopping to the beat in video demonstrate innate beat synchronization in animals for the first time
Accurately moving to a musical beat was thought to be a skill innately unique to humans. However, new research now shows that rats also have this ability. The optimal tempo for nodding along was found to depend on the time constant in the brain (the.....»»
Finding the way: Examining flood evacuation route choices in Kampong settlements in Indonesia
Emergency evacuation is an important disaster response action. Recent frequent instances of natural and man-made disasters necessitate effective evacuation planning. It involves factors such as road network properties, street geometry, path risk, and.....»»
Hubble captures a glowing bridge of stars in Wild’s Triplet
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows two of a set of three interacting galaxies called Arp 248......»»
Studio Weave adds wood-lined community space to east London library
Architecture practice Studio Weave has added a wood-lined community centre to Lea Bridge Library in east London, with a red-concrete colonnade that references the original grade II-listed redbrick building. Read more Architecture practice St.....»»
Attackers leverage Microsoft Dynamics 365 to phish users
Attackers are abusing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice to evade email filters and deliver phishing emails into Microsoft users’ inboxes, Avanan researchers are warning. The attack Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a suite of enterprise resource pl.....»»
In organizations, group dynamics influence individuals" likelihood of blowing the whistle on wrongdoing
Wrongdoing is endemic to organizations, costing U.S. firms billions of dollars in fraud. The primary way wrongdoing is caught is through whistleblowers, who have long been thought to act out of a desire to help or improve their organization......»»
In 1 classroom, 4 teachers manage 135 kids—and love it
A teacher-in-training darted among students, tallying how many needed his help with a history unit on Islam. A veteran math teacher hovered near a cluster of desks, coaching some 50 freshmen on a geometry assignment. A science teacher checked student.....»»
How magnetism could help explain the Earth-moon system"s formation
There are several theories about how Earth and its moon were formed, most involving a giant impact. Now scientists at the University of Leeds and the University of Chicago have analyzed the dynamics of fluids and electrically conducting fluids and co.....»»
Group indicted for breaching CPA, tax preparation firms via stolen credentials
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the partial unsealing of an indictment charging eight individuals with Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) conspiracy. Four have also been charged with wire fraud conspiracy and agg.....»»
Exploding e-bikes caused significantly more fires in New York City this year
The New York City Fire Department reports that as of last week, it has investigated significantly more fires caused by e-bike batteries than in all of 2021. City authorities have proposed multiple solutions, including regulations and partial bans......»»
Rare and iconic Atala butterflies retain an ancient pattern of wing symmetry
Nature seems to have an inexhaustible supply of inspiration when it comes to butterflies. With over 18,000 species, each with a unique geometry and color combination, butterflies look as though they're trying their best to imitate a sunbeam that cros.....»»
Solar eclipse 2022: Watch what it looked like live across the world
In a period of a few weeks, two eclipses will occur. The first occurred today: a partial solar eclipse, taking place as the moon passed between the sun and the earth. The eclipse was visible across Greenland, Europe, western Asia, northeastern Africa.....»»
Partial solar eclipse takes a bite out of the sun
Much of Europe and parts of Africa and Asia saw the moon take a bite out of the sun during the second and last solar eclipse of the year......»»
Partial solar eclipse begins in Iceland headed towards India
A partial solar eclipse began over Iceland on Tuesday as the rare celestial spectacle started to make its way east across a swathe of the Northern Hemisphere......»»
How to watch this week’s solar eclipse in person or online
This Tuesday, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in some parts of the world as the moon passes between the Earth and the sun. Here's how to watch......»»
Partial solar eclipse from Iceland to India on Tuesday
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across a swathe of the Northern Hemisphere on Tuesday, with amateur astronomers warned to take care watching the rare phenomenon......»»
Could an underwater microphone in Pacific Ocean hold the key to protecting whales?
Sitting 280 feet below water on the floor of the Pacific Ocean just 26 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge, a credit-card-sized underwater microphone represents the latest attempt to keep Earth's largest mammals safe from human-caused destruction......»»
Google pressing RCS adoption with latest Messages update
Google continues to push the RCS protocol as it attempts to bridge the gap between Android and iOS......»»
Apple @ Work: App Catalogs from MDM vendors bridge the Mac App Store gap
Apple at Work is bought to you by Jamf: Get complete management and security solutions for your organization that are enterprise secure, consumer simple, and protect personal privacy with Jamf. Plus you’ll get same-day support for the latest Ap.....»»
August Smart Lock starter kit is 36% off in the Amazon’s Prime sale
If you want a smart lock that's easy to install and use, with an included bridge that doubles its functionality, this August Smart Lock bundle from Amazon unlocks it!.....»»