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.....»»
Galaxy S24 Snapdragon Variant Scores over 7,000 Points on Geekbench, Reports Show
It's over 7,000! The post Galaxy S24 Snapdragon Variant Scores over 7,000 Points on Geekbench, Reports Show appeared first on Phandroid. The words “Samsung” and “Snapdragon” have proven to be a verbal combination th.....»»
Shops and restaurants can help blur class lines, but interactions may not be meaningful enough to boost social mobility
"Titanic," James Cameron's 1997 multi-Oscar-winning movie, focused on the tragic love story of itinerant artist Jack and upper-class socialite Rose. Among their other on-board adventures, they dined in the first-class section of the ship before joini.....»»
Zero-waste synthesis of new supramolecular materials with remarkable mechanical properties
Researchers from Japan have unlocked the potential of tannic acid and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene oxide by using them to synthesize strong and smart supramolecular gels in a zero-waste process. These gels exhibit remarkable characteristi.....»»
Repurposing dead spiders, counting cadaver nose hairs win Ig Nobels for comical scientific feats
Counting nose hairs in cadavers, repurposing dead spiders and explaining why scientists lick rocks, are among the winning achievements in this year's Ig Nobels, the prize for humorous scientific feats, organizers announced Thursday......»»
5 sci-fi movies on Netflix you need to watch in September
For September, we curated a list of five sci-fi movies to watch on Netflix, including an Academy Award-winning thriller from Denis Villeneuve......»»
White House opposes bill to strip California of vehicle emissions authority
The bill faces long odds of winning approval in the Senate, where Democrats have made boosting EVs a top priority. But it might pick up some Democratic support in the House......»»
Heybike Ranger S e-bike review: stable, foldable fat tire fun
Heybike Ranger S is an excellent combination of stability and storability in an e-bike with fat tires and a folding frame.Heybike Ranger SFoldable e-bikes aren't a new concept, but they introduce an alternative decision point for customers. The folda.....»»
US rejects AI copyright for famous state fair-winning Midjourney art
Controversial AI art piece from 2022 lacks human authorship required for registration. Enlarge / The winning entry, Théåtre D'opéra Spatial, from the Colorado State Fair in August 2022. (credit: Jason Allen) On Tuesda.....»»
Apple Glasgow union reaches agreement with Apple for pay raises
Apple's first unionized store in the UK has reached a pay agreement with the tech giant, winning minimum increases and compensation for all staff members.Apple GlasgowIn November, staff at Apple Glasgow voted overwhelmingly in favor of having UK trad.....»»
Synthesis of nanoparticles by microorganisms: Exploring the green power of fungi
They are used as medicines, drug carriers and to combat microbes in hospitals, destroy plant pathogens and reduce the amount of traditional fertilizers used in agriculture—nanoparticles are taking over medicine and the agri-food industry......»»
Big fish are getting smaller, and little fish are replacing them, says new research
Organisms are becoming smaller through a combination of species replacement, and changes within species, according to new research led by the University of St Andrews......»»
Exploring The Charm Of Dinner Booths
With its distinctive combination of aesthetics, comfort, and intimacy that standard dining tables sometimes lack, dinner booths have established themselves as iconic landmarks in the culinary world. These semi-private sitting options have changed wit.....»»
Linux OS and VPN: An Unbeatable Combination
Most Linux OS users, especially beginners, often wonder if they need a VPN on Linux. The answer depends on how and where you use your devices. In some conditions, a VPN is simply necessary, in others it is simply desirable. However, there are no cond.....»»
3 sci-fi movies with great female lead characters
From a 1980s James Cameron classic to an Oscar-winning film with Sandra Bullock, these sci-fi movies prove there are plenty of great female leads in sci-fi......»»
Crowdsourcing contests: Understanding what brings rewards and lowers risks
During Frito-Lay's first "Crash the Super Bowl" contest in 2006, thousands of participants submitted 30-second videos promoting Doritos. Entries were winnowed down to five finalists, and a public vote selected the winning commercial, which aired duri.....»»
Using DNA to move flavors between different varieties of tea
In plants, 5mC DNA methylation is an important and conserved epistatic mark involving genomic stability, gene transcriptional regulation, developmental regulation, abiotic stress response, metabolite synthesis, etc. However, the roles of 5mC DNA meth.....»»
MacWhisper audio transcription is a big time-saver, days after discovering it
I love it when a piece written by one of my colleagues alerts me to an app which then turns out to be incredibly useful, which is exactly what happened when I read Filipe’s piece about MacWhisper audio transcription. A combination of my belt-and.....»»
Speaking hypothetically: Linguists explore how human language handles leaps from the here and now
What's the winning number for next week's Mega Millions? If Julie knew the number, Leah would know the number......»»
Day-plus-night cooling strategies provide a cost-effective option against heat stress for dairy cows outdoors
Hot weather can have a big impact on dairy cattle health, well-being, and overall milk production for a herd. Dairy producers use a variety of effective cooling strategies to prevent heat stress including shade, fans, sprinklers, or a combination of.....»»
Deciphering the molecular dynamics of complex proteins
Which structures do complex proteins adopt in solution? Konstanz biophysicists answer this question using the example of ubiquitin dimers as well as a new combination of high-resolution NMR spectroscopy and sophisticated computer simulations......»»