Bioengineers and chemists design fluorescent 3D-printed structures with potential medical applications
In a process as simple as stirring eggs and flour into pancakes, University of Oregon researchers have mixed fluorescent ring-shaped molecules into a novel 3D printing process. The result: intricate glowing structures that support the development of.....»»
Scientists identify mutation that could facilitate H5N1 bird flu virus infection and potential transmission in humans
Avian influenza viruses typically require several mutations to adapt and spread among humans, but what happens when just one change can increase the risk of becoming a pandemic virus?.....»»
Google says AI weather model masters 15-day forecast
A new artificial intelligence-based weather model can deliver 15-day forecasts with unrivaled accuracy and speed, a Google lab said, with potentially life-saving applications as climate change ramps up......»»
Polarization photodetector that mimics desert ant offers pathway for more sensitive, miniaturized imaging systems
Polarization photodetectors (pol-PDs) have widespread applications in geological remote sensing, machine vision, and biological medicine. However, commercial pol-PDs usually require bulky and complicated optical components and are difficult to miniat.....»»
Chemists develop color-changing test for rapid salmonella detection
A group of chemists at the University at Albany have developed a new method for fast-acting salmonella detection. The test employs a paper strip that changes color in the presence of the bacterial genome, enabling quick screening for salmonella in fo.....»»
E-tattoos could make mobile EEGs a reality
Novel polymer-based conductive inks print directly on the scalp surface—even through pesky short hairs. A 3D printable EEG electrode e-tattoo. Credit: Universi.....»»
I didn’t understand the magic of arcades until I visited one in Japan
Visiting a Taito Station arcade in Osaka, Japan, gave me a deeper appreciation of how arcades inspired retro game design......»»
Bitdefender GravityZone XDR enhancements protect business data stored in the cloud
Bitdefender announced enhancements to its GravityZone XDR platform with the addition of its new Business Applications sensor, designed to protect corporate data hosted and stored in cloud-based productivity and collaboration applications. The sensor.....»»
Screening study explores risks of chemical exposure from household products
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) collaborated with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to characterize the chemical makeup of 81 common household items. Researchers also evaluated the potential risk to users......»»
Preparing for Q-day: The essential role of cloud migration in securing enterprise data
As the era of quantum computing draws closer, businesses face a new and unprecedented threat to data security: “Q-day.” This looming turning point—when quantum machines can break traditional encryption with ease—has the potential to u.....»»
Experiment showcases 3D dental scanner capable of running Counter-Strike: Source
A 3D dental scanner powered by an old 5th-gen Intel CPU and an AMD Radeon R9 graphics card was able to run the game Counter-Strike: Source......»»
Experiment showcases 3D dental scanner capable of running Counter Strike: Source
The 3D dental scanner was powered by an old 5th-gen Intel CPU, and an AMD Radeon R9 graphics card......»»
AI fact checks can increase belief in false headlines, study finds
Although many tech companies and start-ups have touted the potential of automated fact-checking services powered by artificial intelligence to stem the rising tide of online misinformation, a new study led by researchers at Indiana University has fou.....»»
A path towards applying topology in quantum computing
Can insights from topology—the study of the properties of 3D objects that persist when an object is stretched or compressed—be applied in the field of quantum information processing? Juan Lin, Shou-Bang Yang, Fan Wu, and Zhen-Biao Yang, researche.....»»
Deep seabed mining: Bad for biodiversity and terrible for the economy
The debate around deep seabed mining has been gaining attention as concerns mount about its potential impacts on ocean ecosystems. The ocean is host to countless species yet to be discovered, some of which could hold the key to breakthroughs in medic.....»»
ZnO-based nanoplatforms show potential for early cancer screening
In the ongoing battle against cancer, early detection remains a crucial factor in improving survival rates and reducing the economic burden on health care systems......»»
New pathway found for regulating zinc in E. coli
Cornell researchers have discovered a pathway by which E. coli regulates all-important zinc levels, an insight that could advance the understanding of metal regulation in bacteria generally and lead to antibacterial applications such as in medical in.....»»
A key transcription factor unlocks new potential in stem cell-based embryo models
Researchers from the A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB) have identified Nr1h2, a critical transcription factor essential for early embryo development. Published in Nature Communications, their findings enhance our understanding of.....»»
Spotify Wrapped 2024: your year in songs and podcasts is here
The long-awaited Spotify Wrapped is back, now with a recap of the songs and podcasts you listened to most in 2024. This year, in addition to a new design, Spotify has also added some AI-based features to make the Wrapped experience even more personal.....»»
Tim Cook denies OpenAI rumors; talks AI energy use; Apple Glasses; saving lives
A wide-ranging interview with Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals him (kind of) denying OpenAI rumors; addressing the potential conflict between the power requirements of AI and Apple’s environmental goals; the journey toward Apple Glasses; and how Apple’.....»»
SafeLine: Open-source web application firewall (WAF)
SafeLine is an open-source and self-hosted Web Application Firewall (WAF) that protects websites from cyber attacks. “SafeLine WAF was created to protect web applications for small and medium-sized enterprises from cyber threats by monitoring a.....»»