Ancient Roman harbor wooden structures analyzed with MRI technology
In a recent study, rare wooden structures from the Roman Empire were investigated in a wide range of ways using NMR methods. These methods, widely known for their use in hospital MRI scans to produce detailed images of the human body, have proven equ.....»»
Exploring the ecological role of deep-sea viruses
The significance of deep-sea virology and its impact on global climate and biogeochemical structures is not unknown, though its importance might be understated......»»
From HR to work/life balance—How working life has (and hasn"t) changed since ancient Rome
While powerful figures tend to take up the most space in our history books, the vast majority of people in the ancient world were regular working class folks, and most people's lives revolved around the daily grind. A new book sheds light on working.....»»
Using LIDAR technology researchers study the impact of contrails on climate
In the skies over Virginia it is common to see contrails, cloud-like strips of condensed water left behind by aircraft at high altitude......»»
Using DNA to identify seabird bycatch
Australian Antarctic Program scientists have used DNA technology to help identify threatened albatross, petrel and shearwater species caught unintentionally (as 'bycatch') during longline fishing operations in Australian waters......»»
Cyber Monday 2024 deal slashes 65-inch Hisense 4K TV to under $500
The 65-inch Hisense U6N ULED 4K TV, which uses the brand's take on mini-LED QLED technology, is currently on sale from Amazon for only $498 for Cyber Monday......»»
Black Friday deal slashes 65-inch Hisense 4K TV to under $500 and it’s still live
The 65-inch Hisense U6N ULED 4K TV, which uses the brand's take on mini-LED QLED technology, is currently on sale from Amazon for only $498 for Black Friday......»»
Fishy fossil find points to possible polar bear ancestry for Scottish bears
New analysis of ancient bones and fossils found in a Highland cave has revealed them to be "fishier than the average bear" and could even suggest polar bears once roamed Scotland......»»
A rising tide of e-waste, made worse by AI, threatens health, the environment and the economy
Our growing reliance on technology at home and in the workplace has raised the profile of e-waste. This consists of discarded electrical devices including laptops, smartphones, televisions, computer servers, washing machines, medical equipment, games.....»»
State surveillance: Kenyans have a right to privacy—does the government respect it?
The Kenyan government is using technology to improve governance, service delivery and national security. The progress, while welcome, has brought with it concerns about state surveillance, data protection, and violations of fundamental rights and fre.....»»
The Whole Story of How Humans Evolved From Great Apes
The picture of human evolution has changed repeatedly and dramatically over the past half century, shaped by waves of new fossil discovery, technology, and scientific techniques......»»
Archaeologists reveal musical instruments depicted in Zimbabwe"s ancient rock art
A study published in Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa by archaeologists Dr. Joshua Kumbani and Prof. Margarita Díaz-Andreu explores the intriguing relationship between Zimbabwean rock art and musical instruments......»»
Researchers use laser beams to pioneer new quantum computing breakthrough
Physicists from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) have developed an innovative computing system using laser beams and everyday display technology, marking a significant leap forward in the quest for more powerful quantum computing solutions......»»
Higher-density storage technique could allow diamond disk to store equivalent of 2,000 Blu-ray discs
A team of engineers at the University of Science and Technology of China has developed a new way to code data onto a diamond with higher density than prior methods. In their paper published in the journal Nature Photonics, the group notes that such o.....»»
Parasite genome analysis provides a new approach to predicting malaria drug resistance
Researchers at University of California San Diego analyzed the genomes of hundreds of malaria parasites to determine which genetic variants are most likely to confer drug resistance......»»
Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya
Long before the ancient Maya built temples, their predecessors were already altering the landscape of Central America's Yucatan peninsula......»»
Iranian women"s bodies are becoming a battlefield
Authoritarian regimes rely on patriarchal structures to consolidate their power. In Iran, this partnership serves to control women's bodies......»»
Taming big data and particle beams: How researchers are pushing AI to the edge
Every day, researchers at the Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory tackle some of the biggest questions in science and technology—from laying the foundations for new drugs to developing new battery materials and solving big d.....»»
New imaging platform advances 3D visualization of cellular structures at the nanoscale
A team of researchers led by Anna-Karin Gustavsson at Rice University has developed an innovative imaging platform that promises to improve our understanding of cellular structures at the nanoscale......»»
Fallen ancient civilizations show us why we must not ignore climate warnings
In 1177BC, Amurapi, the last king of Ugarit in modern-day Syria, wrote in cuneiform on baked clay to the Hittite emperor Suppiluliuma II: "My father behold, the enemy's ships have come; my cities were burned, and they did evil things in my country.".....»»
Dreame’s smart home vacuums are more affordable than ever this Black Friday
Dreame Technology is a leading brand for smart cleaning solutions, both in the form of robot vacuums and typical vacuum cleaners. For their Black Friday sale, its offering large discounts on a number of its smart cleaning products, making it a better.....»»