A winning combination for glycoprotein synthesis
Many processes in the body are regulated by the functions of proteins. For example, almost all molecules—such as DNA, proteins, oligosaccharides, and small bioactive molecules—are generated by enzymes. However, changes in protein functions in res.....»»
Apple TV+ "Lessons in Chemistry" wins at DGA Awards
Apple TV+ managed to secure yet another award during the 76th Directors Guild of America Awards, with "Lessons in Chemistry" winning its category while one of its ads also received a nod.Lessons in Chemistry [Apple]Saturday night's 76th annual DGA Aw.....»»
Combining materials may support unique superconductivity for quantum computing
A new fusion of materials, each with special electrical properties, has all the components required for a unique type of superconductivity that could provide the basis for more robust quantum computing. The new combination of materials, created by a.....»»
Save $50 on this Yale smart lock with fingerprint access today
With the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch, use your fingerprint, keypad combination, or physical key to unlock your door. The smart lock is down to $230 from Best Buy......»»
Beyond cells: Unveiling the potential of genetic circuits on single DNA molecules
In a new Nature Communications study, researchers have explored the construction of genetic circuits on single DNA molecules, demonstrating localized protein synthesis as a guiding principle for dissipative nanodevices, offering insights into artific.....»»
Whole-infrared-band camouflage with dual-band radiative heat dissipation
Camouflage refers to the ability to reduce the signal captured by detectors, thereby improving survival rates. However, the combination of detectors operating in multiple spectral bands poses a significant challenge, necessitating the development of.....»»
Apple TV+ snags critically acclaimed Sundance film starring Lily Gladstone
Apple TV+ has landed the global rights to "Fancy Dance," a critically acclaimed feature that made its debut at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival.Image Credit: Apple TV+The film will star "Killers of the Flower Moon" award-winning and Academy Award-nomi.....»»
Guanine synthesis yields new insights into nitrogen"s role in nanocarbon catalysis
Recently, carbon-based catalysts—especially nitrogen-doped nanocarbons—have emerged as sustainable, reliable alternatives to the metal catalysts traditionally used to support chemical reactions......»»
Research offer direct view of tantalum oxidation that impedes qubit coherence
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory and DOE's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have used a combination of scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) and computational modeling to get a.....»»
Ten key projects by AIA Gold Medal-winning architects David Lake and Ted Flato
From homes made from steel and rammed earth in the Texas deserts to prototypes for 3D-printed housing, we have rounded up 10 projects from Lake Flato Architects, whose founders won this year's AIA Gold Medal. Read more From homes made from s.....»»
I finally found a reason to love USB-C on the iPhone 15
The combination of USB-C on the iPhone 15, and a risky headphone purchase, reminded me why I loved an accessory I'd largely forgotten about......»»
Researchers realize photo-driven nitrogen fixation and ammonia synthesis mediated by lithium hydride
Ammonia is essential for food and future energy supply. In the industry, it is mainly produced by the Haber-Bosch process, which operates at high temperatures and pressures. Due to the high energy consumption and carbon emissions of ammonia industry,.....»»
Intensifying the production of high-value compounds from industrial waste
A study by the Center for Integrated Technology and Organic Synthesis (CiTOS) demonstrates how glycerol carbonate, a biosourced industrial additive, can be produced in record time using CO2 and a by-product of the cooking oil recycling industry......»»
UAW says more than 30% of workers at Hyundai plant in Alabama sign union cards
In November, the UAW said it was launching a first-of-its-kind push to publicly organize the entire non-union auto sector in the U.S. after winning record new contracts with the Detroit 3 automakers......»»
Design, synthesis and applications of functional zirconium-based metal-organic frameworks
In a review led by Prof. Zhijie Chen's group from Department of Chemistry at Zhejiang University, an overview of recent progress in the development of Zr-MOFs is provided. The article titled "Design, synthesis and applications of functional zirconium.....»»
Apple TV+ workplace thriller "Severance" returns to production
The cast and crew of hit Apple TV+ drama "Severance" are back on set and filming the show's second season. Production resumes on sci-fi thriller 'Severance'In May 2023, production on the award-winning sci-fi thriller series "Severance" ground to a ha.....»»
Scientists develop high-precision droplet printing platform for single cell phenotype screening
With the rapid development of genome synthesis and editing technologies, droplet-based single-cell phenotype screening has become increasingly important. However, precise and high-throughput distribution of target droplets into specific macroscopic m.....»»
How to fix a broken keyboard: common issues and solutions
Keyboards, with their combination of software and lots of moving parts, can be subject to problems. Here's how to fix frequent issues that you may encounter......»»
Autonomous synthesis robot uses AI to speed up chemical discovery
Chemists of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) have developed an autonomous chemical synthesis robot with an integrated AI-driven machine learning unit. Dubbed "RoboChem," the benchtop device can outperform a human chemist in terms of speed and accura.....»»
UK government urged to tighten public tendering process to fight modern slavery
Companies that have failed to address known cases of modern slavery are winning public sector contracts in the United Kingdom and cannot be disqualified from the public tendering process due to weak legislation, new research from the Universities of.....»»
Google’s latest AI video generator can render cute animals in implausible situations
Lumiere generates five-second videos that "portray realistic, diverse and coherent motion." Enlarge / Still images of AI-generated video examples provided by Google for its Lumiere video synthesis model. (credit: Google).....»»