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.....»»
US Copyright Office withdraws copyright for AI-generated comic artwork
Zarya images "not protected by copyright." Words and arrangement remain protected. Enlarge / The cover of "Zarya of the Dawn," a comic book created using Midjourney AI image synthesis in 2022. (credit: Kris Kashtanova) O.....»»
Viral Instagram photographer has a confession: His photos are AI-generated
Artist wants to "come clean" and highlight a new media process. Enlarge / Jos Avery uses Midjourney, an AI image synthesis model, to create images that he then retouches and posts on Instagram as "photos." (credit: Avery Season A.....»»
Supramolecular assembly assists the synthesis of highly active carbon-nitrogen-based photo/electrocatalysts
In a paper published in the journal National Science Open, the morphology and structure regulation methods of supramolecular assembly are summarized. Then, recent progresses of supramolecular assembly derived carbon-nitrogen-based materials for photo.....»»
Drought and frost batter vital potato crops in Bolivia
Dozens of furrows lie barren in a dusty field on the Bolivian highlands. It should be replete with potato plants ready for harvest, but a deadly combination of drought and frost proved too much for the crop......»»
Researchers develop efficient process for chemical terpene synthesis
A team of scientists led by Professor Tanja Gulder at Leipzig University's Institute of Organic Chemistry, together with colleagues from the University of Regensburg, has developed a simplified and efficient method for the artificial production of te.....»»
"Magic" solvent creates stronger thin films
A new all-dry polymerization technique uses reactive vapors to create thin films with enhanced properties, such as mechanical strength, kinetics and morphology. The synthesis process is gentler on the environment than traditional high-temperature or.....»»
Philips Hue discontinues some of its fanciest smart lights due to ‘aesthetic inconsistency’
A combination of supply chain issues and “aesthetic inconsistency” has forced Signify to discontinue two of its recently-launched Lightguide smart home lights. In a statement, the company said that it has halted production of these products due.....»»
Pok Pok iOS app for kids gets a fresh world to explore, create, and learn with new Islands toy
Continuing on with monthly major updates, the award-winning kids’ app Pok Pok Playroom is out today with its latest big release, the Islands toy. The new ocean world is designed to encourage growth with creative thinking, storytelling, curiosity,.....»»
Decoding the special role of a biogenesis factor in the maturation of precursor ribosomes
Ribosomes are the nanomachines of the cell whose task is the correct synthesis of proteins. Researchers at the Heidelberg University Biochemistry Center are studying the emergence of these "protein factories", also known as ribosomes......»»
Shargeek Retro 67 review: Nostalgia plus power equal a winning formula
The Shargeek Retro 67 wall charger uses a classic Macintosh design for a bit of nostalgia, but also to show total output on its "LED Matrix" display. It's a surprisingly compelling feature with today's state of charging.Shargeek Retro 67Early in the.....»»
Earfun Air Pro 3 review: three is a magic number
Earfun keeps refining its budget earbud formula, and the Air Pro 3 are proof that it's a winning formula......»»
New England knows winter, but why so dangerously cold?
New Englanders are used to cold temperatures, but a combination of extreme cold accompanied by powerful winds is downright dangerous, and enough to send even bundled-up skiers scampering indoors......»»
New AMD laptop CPU destroys its predecessor, winning by 90%
AMD's upcoming Ryzen range for laptops is looking better than ever. Leaked benchmarks show some serious performance gains......»»
Ford returns to Formula One as partner to Red Bull
Ford has a rich history in F1, winning 10 Constructors’ championships and 13 drivers’ championships during a stretch that ended in the early 1980s......»»
Robots and AI team up to discover highly selective catalysts
Researchers used a chemical synthesis robot and computationally cost-effective AI model to successfully predict and validate highly selective catalysts. Their results are published in the journal Angewandte Chemie International Edition......»»
This one-atom chemical reaction could transform drug discovery
Pharmaceutical synthesis is often quite complex; simplifications are needed to speed up the initial phase of drug development and lower the cost of generic production. Now, in a study recently published in Science, researchers from Osaka University h.....»»
Theory sheds light on efficient hydrogen peroxide synthesis
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is an industrially important chemical with versatile applications. However, the traditional method used to produce H2O2 is energy intensive and produces significant emissions......»»
Netflix stirs fears by using AI-assisted background art in short anime film
Netflix cites labor shortage, kicks hornets nest with AI-assisted 3-minute short. Enlarge / A still image from the short film Dog and Boy,, which uses image synthesis to help generate background artwork. (credit: Netflix).....»»
Researchers uncover key mechanisms for sustainable ammonia production
A University of Central Florida research team with collaborators at Virginia Tech has published critical findings about the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia, advancing sustainable fertilizer research and thus aiding global food safety efforts......»»
Silver nanoparticles show promise in fighting antibiotic-resistant bacteria
In a new study, scientists with the University of Florida have found that a combination of silver nanoparticles and antibiotics is effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria......»»