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Beetles that pee themselves to death could be tomorrow"s pest control

Up to 25 percent of global food production is lost annually due to insects, primarily beetles. For the past 500 million years, beetles have successfully spread and adapted to life around the globe and now account for one of every five animal species.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgApr 19th, 2021

GPT-5 to take AI forward in these two important ways

Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott reveals the two advancements that will enable tomorrow's AIs to pass PhD exams and more......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

Extracellular vesicles could be potential new treatment for acute kidney injury

Acute kidney injury has many different causes that can result in a high death rate if not properly treated. There are currently limited therapeutic strategies available to manage acute kidney injury. However, a new joint study by Cardiff University S.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

New tech could give individuals increased control over their own exposure to harmful gases

In an increasingly health-conscious society, data is a hot commodity. Tracking step counts with an old-school pedometer has turned into monitoring heart rates, sleep cycles and blood oxygen levels with wearable fitness trackers, a market that has exp.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

WWDC expectations for iOS 18, visionOS 2, Siri and more

Benjamin and Chance run down the WWDC expectations, and debate whether reality will match the hype. There’s certainly a lot expected, with major new features for the iOS 18 home screen, Control Center, and a veritable AI infusion across Apple’s p.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

Citrus saviors: Scientists discover genetic defense against Huanglongbing disease

The citrus industry faces major challenges from Huanglongbing (HLB) disease, transmitted by the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). Traditional control methods are often ineffective and environmentally harmful......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

Unlocking banana disease resistance: Key enzymes identified for phytoalexin synthesis

Bananas are a vital crop globally, but their yields are threatened by various diseases, particularly banana fusarium wilt caused by Fusarium oxysporum. Traditional control methods, including chemical pesticides, pose environmental risks and are not a.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

Igniting Innovation: The China-US Young Maker Competition Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators

In today’s rapidly evolving world, innovation isn’t just a buzzword – it’s the driving force behind progress and change. The China-US Young Maker Competition embodies this spirit of innovation, providing a platform for makers to.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  makezineonlineRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

Boeing’s Starliner finally soars, but mission control reports more helium leaks

“We’re ready to find out exactly what you mean by picked up another helium leak." Enlarge / Boeing's Starliner capsule lifts off aboard United Launch Alliance's Atlas V rocket. (credit: United Launch Alliance) After.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

Researchers harness drones and AI to monitor invasive stink bugs

Researchers in Italy have unveiled the first successful application of commercial drones combined with artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor the invasive agricultural pest, Halyomorpha halys, commonly known as the brown marmorated stink bug. This r.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

TikTok hack compromised CNN account; Paris Hilton and others targeted

A TikTok hack allowed attackers to take control of CNN’s account, while other high-profile accounts were also targeted. The nature of the security breach remains a mystery at present. It was said to have involved direct messaging, but was seemin.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

Combining pest treatments may be key to helping honey bees survive the winter

Winters can be tough on managed honey bee colonies, with beekeepers in the United States reporting that one-third of their colonies die each winter. A new study by Penn State researchers has found that using not one but multiple pest treatments may h.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsJun 4th, 2024

Check your Apple Watch tomorrow for a special running challenge

Get your running shoes on for the next Apple Watch limited-edition challenge. This one is focuses on Global Running Day, which is June 5......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 4th, 2024

Research optimizes biological control of pest that severely damages soybean crops

An article published in the journal Insects determines with precision the dispersal range of a type of wasp that neutralizes the brown stink bug, Euschistus heros, a major soybean pest in Brazil and one that is highly resistant to chemical insecticid.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

Superconducting circuit for qubit control within large-scale quantum computer systems successfully demonstrated

In support of the development of large-scale superconducting quantum computers, researchers with the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), one of the largest public research organizations in Japan, in collaboration.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

10 best disaster movies of all time, ranked

The best disaster movies ever made depict heart-pounding and suspenseful tales featuring characters in dire situations, from The Day After Tomorrow to Titanic......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJun 2nd, 2024

Greener, more effective termite control: Natural compound attracts wood eaters

UC Riverside scientists have discovered a highly effective, nontoxic, and less expensive way to lure hungry termites to their doom......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 1st, 2024

DisplayBuddy for Mac can now control brightness on Samsung smart monitors

For those unfamiliar, DisplayBuddy is a tool that lets users adjust the brightness of third-party external displays directly from macOS. Earlier this year, the app was updated twice with a new interface, presets, and widgets. Now DisplayBuddy is ge.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsJun 1st, 2024

Research confirms fraudulent Kakadu plum extracts circulating online and in international marketplace

To coincide with Australia's National Reconciliation Week, ANSTO is sharing research published recently in the journal Food Control that confirms fraudulent Kakadu plum extracts are in circulation online and in the international marketplace. Kakadu.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

Siri is about to massive AI overhaul

Siri is expected to see a massive upgrade with iOS 18 where the use of AI will allow it to control individual app functions. The post Siri is about to get a massive AI overhaul appeared first on Phandroid. Siri has to be one of the worst v.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

Controller for HomeKit updated with new 3D ‘Floor Plan’ feature

Although Apple already provides its own Home app to let users control and manage their HomeKit devices, there are multiple third-party apps that extend such functionality – and one of them is Controller for HomeKit. This week, Controller for HomeKi.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024