Are new antiseptics safer than their antimicrobial predecessors?
A new study in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry has found that substances used in antiseptics that replaced high-use antimicrobials appear to have little to no adverse effects at concentrations found in the environment......»»
It’s no accident: These automotive safety features flopped
Over the years, inventors have had some weird ideas about how to make cars safer. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Turn signals have been a vehicle safety staple since they first appeared on Buicks in 1939......»»
Mass shooting lockdown drills help schoolchildren feel safer, US study suggests
Lockdown drills, practiced to help prepare children for shooting incidents at school, make those who have been exposed to violence feel safer, a new study of thousands of students in the US indicates......»»
New realistic computer model will help robots collect moon dust
A new computer model mimics moon dust so well that it could lead to smoother and safer lunar robot teleoperations. The tool, developed by researchers at the University of Bristol and based at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, could be used to train as.....»»
Neanderthals" usage of complex adhesives reveals higher cognitive abilities, scientists discover
Neanderthals created stone tools held together by a multi-component adhesive, a team of scientists has discovered. Its findings, which are the earliest evidence of a complex adhesive in Europe, suggest these predecessors to modern humans had a higher.....»»
"CSI-like" investigations into box jellyfish movements could soon keep swimmers safer
Work by a James Cook University researcher could soon keep swimmers safer, thanks to a revolutionary technology that can track one of the world's most venomous animals, the Australian box jellyfish......»»
A password manager LastPass calls “fraudulent” booted from App Store
"LassPass" mimicked the name and logo of real LastPass password manager. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) As Apple has stepped up its promotion of its App Store as a safer and more trustworthy source of apps, its operator.....»»
New research highlights implications of antibiotic use in human and veterinary medicine
A series of five research publications on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) by APC Microbiome Ireland yields new data regarding the implications of antibiotic use in early life and the effects of antibiotics in standard dry cow therapy......»»
The best bone conduction headphones for 2024
Bone conduction headphones can make working out easier and safer. Here, we've rounded up our favorite models from brands like Shokz and H20 Audio......»»
New insights into how epilancin 15X kills bacteria
Antimicrobial resistance has emerged as a global threat that requires urgent attention. In a new study published in Frontiers in Microbiology, researchers have investigated how the antibiotic epilancin 15X kills bacteria......»»
Preliminary research finds children already exercise caution online but also calls for stronger safety measures
Children routinely interact with people they don't know online and respond with caution when approached, but they want tech companies and governments to do more to keep them safe according to preliminary research findings released on Safer Internet D.....»»
Mozilla Monitor Plus lets you take control over your data
Get your first free scan for Safer Internet Day with Mozilla Monitor Plus, Firefox's new tool that helps you stay on top of your privacy online. Here's all you need to know......»»
EU adopts first cybersecurity certification scheme for safer tech
The European Commission adopted the implementing regulation concerning the EU cybersecurity certification scheme on Common Criteria (EUCC). The outcome aligns with the candidate cybersecurity certification scheme on EUCC that ENISA drafted in respons.....»»
A new nose-like sensor sniffs out toxic ammonia gas
Engineers in Australia have developed a small ammonia gas sensor that could enable safer hydrogen storage and specialized medical diagnostic devices......»»
Researchers create safer form of Coxiella burnetii for scientific use
Scientists have unexpectedly discovered that the weakened form of the bacteria Coxiella burnetii (C. burnetii) not typically known to cause disease, has naturally acquired an ability to do so......»»
CRISPR off-switches: A path towards safer genome engineering?
Using CRISPR, an immune system bacteria use to protect themselves from viruses, scientists have harnessed the power to edit genetic information within cells. In fact, the first CRISPR-based therapeutic was recently approved by the FDA to treat sickle.....»»
Meet the new Galaxy S24 phones: the difference is in the software, not the design
The Samsung Galaxy S24 series is an iterative upgrade over its predecessors, but could still be worth checking out for its AI features. The post Meet the new Galaxy S24 phones: the difference is in the software, not the design appeared first on Phand.....»»
The Boeing 737 Max Crisis Reignites Arguments Over Infant Safety on Planes
A midair blowout on a Boeing 737 Max 9 showed seatbelts matter, but infants under two still aren’t required to have their own seats. Experts say changing the rules would make flying safer for children—but would result in more deaths......»»
Elucidating the biosynthetic mechanism for protoberberine alkaloids from Coptis chinensis
Protoberberine alkaloids are a group of tetracyclic isoquinoline compounds known for their well-established antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Although protoberberine alkaloids are broadly found in various plant families such as Ranuncul.....»»
Research team combines two catalysts to make common chemical production safer, more environmentally friendly
The chemical industry has long been shadowed by unwelcome images of billowing smokestacks and pipes discharging toxic effluent. Modern manufacturing practices have done much to mitigate the industry's environmental impact, but there remains room for.....»»
Scientists solve mystery of how predatory bacteria recognizes prey
A decades-old mystery of how natural antimicrobial predatory bacteria are able to recognize and kill other bacteria may have been solved, according to new research......»»