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.....»»
A covalent organic framework for photosynthesis of hydrogen peroxide with high quantum efficiency
H2O2 is not only a green oxidant that is widely used in environmental remediation, industrial synthesis, and medical healthcare, etc., but also an emerging energy carrier with a high energy density comparable to compressed H2......»»
Global analysis shows soil ecosystems under stress
By statistically analyzing data from around the world, scientists have determined that multiple natural and human stressors are reducing levels of biodiversity and soil functioning in soil ecosystems. The number and specific combination of those stre.....»»
A machine learning framework to predict and quantify synthesis difficulties for designer chromosomes
Artificially synthesizing genomes has broad prospects in fields such as medical research and developing industrial strains. From the synthesis of the artificial life JCVI-syn1.0 by Craig Venter's team in 2010, to the rewriting and synthesis of the pr.....»»
OnePlus 11 Jupiter Edition teased with special materials
OnePlus has teased that they will be launching a special version of the OnePlus 11 that will be made out of special materials. The majority of smartphones these days use a combination of materials in their construction. We typically see t.....»»
The multiverse: How we"re tackling the challenges facing the theory
The idea of a multiverse consisting of "parallel universes" is a popular science fiction trope, recently explored in the Oscar-winning movie "Everything Everywhere All At Once." However, it is within the realm of scientific possibility......»»
Using a genetic algorithm to uncover new catalyst molecules for organic synthesis
A team of researchers have used a computational method inspired by evolution to discover an organic catalyst with better performance than known catalysts. As the team reports in the journal Angewandte Chemie International Edition, a genetic algorithm.....»»
Ethical AI art generation? Adobe Firefly may be the answer.
Adobe trained new AI generator on Adobe Stock, licensed content, public domain. Enlarge / An Adobe Firefly AI image generator example. (credit: Adobe) On Tuesday, Adobe unveiled Firefly, its new AI image synthesis genera.....»»
Ethical AI art generation? Adobe Firefly may be the answer
Adobe trained new AI generator on Adobe Stock, licensed content, public domain. Enlarge / An Adobe Firefly AI image generator example. (credit: Adobe) On Tuesday, Adobe unveiled Firefly, its new AI image synthesis genera.....»»
Researchers develop portable color-changing food spoilage sensor
When foods like fish, meat, and cheese decompose, they release a variety of low molecular weight organic nitrogen compounds known as biogenic amines (BAs). While the body uses BAs in small amounts in processes like hormone synthesis, ingesting large.....»»
Tiny “nano-sponges” inspire killer moves in 2023 Dance Your PhD winning video
The fun side of serious science: "We’re just normal, fun, creative people.” Checkers Marshall’s award-winning dance depicted electrons moving around in crystalline materials that have a variety of applications. University of O.....»»
New IPCC climate report contains everything you need to know
Synthesis report wraps up 6 releases over 5 years. Enlarge / The IPCC chair and secretary preside over a marathon final approval session. (credit: IPCC/Antoine Tardy) The reports produced by the Intergovernmental Panel o.....»»
Scientists reveal protein synthesis mechanism in Giardia
Scientists from Uppsala University have used cryo-electron microscopy to reveal details of the protein synthesis mechanism in the parasite Giardia intestinalis, which causes diarrheic disease. The new insights could be valuable for screening specific.....»»
Researchers propose electrodriven chemical looping ammonia synthesis mediated by lithium imide
Ammonia (NH3) is a promising energy vector for the storage and utilization of renewable energies. Artificially synthesizing NH3 from its elements requires harsh reaction conditions (400-500 °C, 10–30 MPa) because N2 is inert and nonpolar with a st.....»»
Electroactive bacterium generates well-defined nanosized metal catalysts with remarkable water-splitting performance
A biological method that produces metal nanoclusters using the electroactive bacterium Geobacter sulfurreducens could provide a cheap and sustainable solution to high-performance catalyst synthesis for various applications such as water splitting......»»
Bring AI to photo editing with the award-winning Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle, now 82% off
Bring AI-enabled photo editing to your creative process with lifetime access to the Luminar Neo bundle, now 82% off retail price. It includes compatibility with Windows or macOS and even offers a Photoshop plugin for more photo editing opportunities......»»
The best places to land in Fortnite for Chapter 4 Season 2
While having accurate aim is key to winning in Fortnite, so is choosing a good drop spot. Here are the best Fortnite drop spots during Chapter 4 Season 2......»»
Oscar-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once directors on creating 2022’s most moving sci-fi film
Oscar-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert discuss their sci-fi film, which won Best Picture at the 2023 Oscars......»»
YouTuber must pay $40K in attorneys’ fees for daft “reverse censorship” suit
Judge said the complaint from "Young Pharaoh" never had a chance of winning. Enlarge (credit: picture alliance / Contributor | picture alliance) A YouTuber, Marshall Daniels—who has posted far-right-leaning videos unde.....»»
A super-resolution microscopy method for rapid differentiation of molecular structures in 3D
Super-resolution microscopy methods are essential for uncovering the structures of cells and the dynamics of molecules. Since researchers overcame the resolution limit of around 250 nanometers (while winning the 2014 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for thei.....»»
10 most overrated Best Picture Oscar-winning movies ever
Every Academy Award-winning movie deserved recognition of some kind, but not every Best Picture winner was considered the most deserving of the award......»»