Adding weaker bonds can enhance polymer"s resistance to tearing
A team of chemists from MIT and Duke University has discovered a counterintuitive way to make polymers stronger: introduce a few weaker bonds into the material......»»
PlayStation Plus is adding this classic sci-fi shooter series, but only for Premium members
PlayStation Plus is getting three classic sci-fi shooters this month, along with tons of other great games like The Witcher 3......»»
New tools for fungicide resistance detection
Researchers at the Center for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM) have developed a new method for detecting fungicide resistance, enabling them to detect multiple mutations, both known and novel, in just one test......»»
"Mirror" nuclei help connect nuclear theory and neutron stars
Adding or removing neutrons from an atomic nucleus leads to changes in the size of the nucleus. This in turn causes tiny changes in the energy levels of the atom's electrons, known as isotope shifts. Scientists can use precision measurements of these.....»»
New method paves the way for cost-effective and high-efficiency green hydrogen production
The principle of preventing the deterioration and oxidation of ionomers in hydrogen production through anion-exchange membrane water electrolyzers (AEMWEs) has been discovered for the first time. This breakthrough is expected to enhance both the perf.....»»
The best Sims 4 mods
Though The Sims 4 gives you plenty of freedom to do what you want, you can greatly enhance your experience with mods. These are the best mods in The Sims 4......»»
Urban growth leads to more intense droughts for many world cities—Sydney is a case study for areas at risk
The growth of cities worldwide is contributing to more intense drought conditions in many cities, including Sydney, a new Chinese study has found. This is adding to urban heat and water stress. These important findings point to the need to improve ho.....»»
How McLaren aims to match Ferrari, Lamborghini on profitability
CEO Michael Leiters, who joined the British automaker from Ferrari in 2022, says focusing on value over volume will help turn around McLaren, as will adding a partner to help reduce costs for platforms and new tech......»»
Microsoft is adding AI features to Clipchamp to help you make movie magic
Microsoft’s Clipchamp now includes AI tools like noise suppression and background removal, making video editing accessible and intuitive for all users......»»
Foxconn cramming iPhone 16 production lines with 50,000 new workers
Foxconn has gone on a hiring spree, adding 50,000 new workers for its largest iPhone facility's production lines in China ready for the iPhone 16.A Foxconn factory. As the time for the introduction of a new iPhone generation nears, Apple's global sup.....»»
Unveiling the key factors that determine properties of porous polymer materials
Determining the relationship between microstructure features and their properties is crucial for improving material performance and advancing the design of next-generation structural and functional materials. However, this task is inherently challeng.....»»
Biocides are a useful tool to combat antibiotic resistance but appropriate use is vital, scientists suggest
A recent review in the journal Sustainable Microbiology discusses how the use of biocides can promote well-being—but must only be used when there are clear benefits......»»
Editing for resilience: CRISPR/Cas9 boosts potato stress resistance
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in agricultural biotechnology by using CRISPR/Cas9 to edit the potato genome, resulting in plants with increased resistance to both biotic and abiotic stresses. This innovation could lead to a new era o.....»»
Chemists develop new sustainable reaction for creating unique molecular building blocks
Polymers can be thought of like trains: Just as a train is composed of multiple cars, polymers are made up of multiple monomers, and the couplings between the train cars are similar to the chemical bonds that link monomers together. While polymers ha.....»»
Securonix and Cribl partner to enhance threat detection with advanced data integration
Securonix and Cribl announced a strategic partnership focused on providing customers with enhanced threat detection, based on a broader range of enterprise data being analyzed for AI-powered attacks. Securonix recently announced Securonix EON with a.....»»
A review of the Epichloë festucae antifungal protein Efe-AfpA
A research team has reviewed the mechanisms behind endophyte-mediated disease resistance in strong creeping red fescue (Festuca rubra subsp. rubra) and identified the antifungal protein Efe-AfpA produced by Epichloë festucae as a key factor against.....»»
AppViewX and Utimaco team up to enhance cloud security with new lifecycle management solutions
AppViewX and Utimaco have partnered to offer cloud-delivered secure certificate and key lifecycle management solutions. Together, the companies will provide comprehensive, robust, and scalable platforms for certificate lifecycle management automation.....»»
Nanomaterials may enhance plant tolerance to high soil salt levels
Soil salt concentrations above the optimal threshold for plant growth can threaten global food security by compromising agricultural productivity and crop quality. An analysis published in Physiologia Plantarum has examined the potential of nanomater.....»»
Team fabricates world"s highest-performance superconducting wire segment
Our future energy may depend on high-temperature superconducting (HTS) wires. This technology's ability to carry electricity without resistance at temperatures higher than those required by traditional superconductors could revolutionize the electric.....»»
"Baby talk:" Decoding how children"s vocal and cognitive cues sway adults
Compared to other mammals, human children are dependent on their caregivers for a remarkably long time. Throughout the ages, they have developed "psychological tactics" to endear themselves to adults and thus enhance their chances of survival. This p.....»»
Stellar Cyber launches Multi-Layer AI platform to enhance threat detection
Stellar Cyber is introducing Multi-Layer AI, incorporating four distinct technologies — machine learning (ML), graph ML, generative AI, and hyper automation — into a single unified platform that reduces threat detection and response time. This ne.....»»