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.....»»
Efficient synthesis of indole derivatives, an important component of most drugs, allows the development of new drugs
A research group at Nagoya University in Japan has successfully developed an ultrafast and simple synthetic method for producing indole derivatives. Their findings are expected to make drug production more efficient and increase the range of potentia.....»»
Researchers uncover new potential for botulinum neurotoxin E in therapeutic and cosmetic applications
A team of researchers from the University of California, Irvine, have revealed the first crystal structures of the receptor-binding domain of botulinum neurotoxin E (BoNT/E) in complex with its human neuronal receptors, synaptic vesicle glycoprotein.....»»
Advanced X-ray technique unveils fast solid-gas chemical reaction pathways
For the rational design of new material compounds, it is important to understand the mechanisms underlying their synthesis. Analytical techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance and spectroscopy are usually employed to study such mechanisms in mol.....»»
Amazon UK workers on brink of winning union victory
A majority of staff at its Coventry warehouse have signed up to a union, the GMB says......»»
Biocatalytic synthesis of pseudouridine for cheaper mRNA vaccines
Researchers from the Institute of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering at TU Graz and the Austrian Center of Industrial Biotechnology (ACIB) have developed a novel method for the production of central components of mRNA vaccines and applied for.....»»
Study shows how accents, gender of candidates affect hiring decisions, careers
Canada's workforce is made up of people from around the world, and many workers speak English as a second language. A new study shows that the success of workers in an organization is impacted by a combination of accents, gender stereotypes, and perc.....»»
Apple TV+"s "Reluctant Traveler" Eugene Levy gets a second season
Apple has renewed the Apple TV+ travel series "The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy" for a second season.Eugene Levy in "The Reluctant Traveler" [Apple TV+]The first season of the Emmy Award-winning Eugene Levy-fronted travelogue landed on Apple T.....»»
New Planet-Hunting Technique Finds Worlds We Can See Directly
A promising combination of exoplanet-finding methods pinpoints details about its first world.....»»
Watch MKBHD unbox a sealed OG iPhone after winning $40,000 auction [Video]
Over the last several months, we’ve seen a handful of sealed first-generation iPhones go up for auction. In February, one such device sold for a record-setting $63,000. This was followed by another auction in April, which saw a sealed original iPh.....»»
Star Trek fans will finally Section 31 movie—with an Oscar-winning lead
Yeoh will reprise her role as Emperor Philippa Georgiou for a streaming movie. Enlarge / Michelle Yeoh as Emperor Philippa Georgiou in Star Trek: Discovery. (credit: Paramount+) Paramount+ has announced a new movie calle.....»»
Adobe teases generative AI video tools
"Firefly for Video" will generate sound effects and music, edit footage via text. Enlarge / A demo of Firefly AI generation in Adobe Premiere. (credit: Adobe) On Monday, Adobe announced plans to add AI video synthesis to.....»»
UltraViolet Cyber launches to address the ever-expanding cyber threat
UltraViolet Cyber has unveiled its launch to provide organizations across the globe with a streamlined approach to address the ever-expanding cyber threat. Created through the combination of four pioneering firms — Metmox, Mosaic451, Stage 2 Securi.....»»
What is "algospeak"? Inside the newest version of linguistic subterfuge
A linguistic arms race is raging online—and it isn't clear who's winning......»»
Employee resilience isn"t the magic bullet solution to adversity that organizations think it is, says researcher
The combination of supply chain issues, rising inflation and labor challenges has had wide-ranging impacts on businesses. In order to deal with these obstacles, many organizations have turned to employee resilience to the weather the storm......»»
Apple marking Earth Day with custom transit cards in China; Pok Pok iOS app gets a green update
Earth Day is coming up on April 22 and ahead of it, Apple is bringing some fun customization to transit cards in China. Meanwhile, the award-winning iOS app for kids Pok Pok Playroom has received an Earth Day update. more… The post Apple marking.....»»
New Max streaming service combines HBO Max and Discovery on May 23
The new Max streaming service — the combination of HBO Max and Discovery — will be available on May 23, execs said during the launch event......»»
Warner Bros. Discovery unveils Max as its HBO Max-Discovery combo
The new Max streaming service — the combination of HBO Max and Discovery — will be available on May 23, execs said during the launch event......»»
McAfee+ offers identity restoration and lost wallet assistance in Italy
The new McAfee+ product suite, launched in Italy, allows users access to identity restoration and lost wallet assistance, as well as the ability to secure all their devices with award-winning protection against threats and viruses. As part of the new.....»»
New frequency comb breathalyzer detects COVID-19 with excellent accuracy
JILA researchers have upgraded a breathalyzer based on Nobel Prize-winning frequency-comb technology and combined it with machine learning to detect SARS-CoV-2 infection with excellent accuracy in 170 volunteer subjects. Their achievement represents.....»»
New study reveals design clues for silver-based superatomic molecules
Superatomic molecules containing noble metal elements like gold and silver are studied for their potential in the synthesis of superatomic materials. However, the understanding of silver-based superatomic molecules has been limited. Addressing this g.....»»