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Can a dangerous microbe offer a new way to silence pain?

A new study shows that a toxin from the microbe that causes anthrax can silence multiple types of pain in mice. Researchers found the toxin targets pain-sensing cells to alter signaling and block pain. Building on that finding, researchers engineered.....»»

Category: biomedSource:  sciencedailyDec 22nd, 2021

EU delays on dangerous chemicals threaten health, environment: watchdog

The European Commission's long delays in deciding whether some dangerous chemicals can be used pose a threat to human health and the environment, the EU's rights watchdog said on Monday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 21st, 2024

Five surprising ways that trees help prevent flooding

Think of flood prevention and you might imagine huge concrete dams, levees or the shiny Thames barrier. But some of the most powerful tools for reducing flood risk are far more natural and widely recognizable: woodlands and green spaces. Trees offer.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 19th, 2024

Breathing space—smart parking policies improve city dwellers" lives in EU

Researchers have put in place smart parking set-ups that offer residents across Europe cleaner air, more greenery and space to play......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 18th, 2024

iPhone 16 battery drain bug is affecting users for reasons unknown

I covered iPhone 16 battery life extensively since Apple unveiled the phone, so I know all four models should offer decent-to-great battery life. Battery life … The post iPhone 16 battery drain bug is affecting users for reasons unknown appeare.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsOct 18th, 2024

iPhone 16 and iOS 18 could spur a new wave of Android switchers

At this point, you’ve probably read a lot about the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. You don’t need me to recap new features like the Camera Control, bigger screens, upgraded Ultra Wide camera, or better battery life. I’ll offer some of those thoug.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsOct 18th, 2024

Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer helps researchers determine shape of black hole corona

New findings using data from NASA's IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) mission offer unprecedented insight into the shape and nature of a structure important to black holes called a corona. The findings are published in The Astrophysical Journ.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

How iPhone 16 and iOS 18 could spur a new wave of Android switchers

At this point, you’ve probably read a lot about the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. You don’t need me to recap new features like the Camera Control, bigger screens, upgraded Ultra Wide camera, or better battery life. I’ll offer some of those thoug.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

Harnessing diamond imperfections opens a new frontier in quantum sensor development

Quantum defects have the potential to act as ultra-sensitive sensors that could offer new kinds of navigation or biological sensor technology......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

Future GPUs might have up to 48GB VRAM

Samsung has just unveiled its latest GDDR7 RAM for graphics cards, giving us a glimpse into what future GPUs might offer......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

Nuu’s B30 5G and N10 offer premium features at budget prices

NUU's new B30 5G and N10 smartphones offer premium features like 5G connectivity, powerful processors, and long battery life......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

Electrophysiology study shows how ant toxin causes extreme pain

University of Queensland researchers have uncovered the workings of ant venom by measuring electric currents through individual channels in cells to understand how it causes pain......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

New Nasal Vaccines Offer Stronger Protection from COVID, Flu, and More—No Needle Needed

Gentle nasal spray vaccines against COVID, the flu and RSV are coming. They may work better than shots in the arm.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsOct 16th, 2024

Oura Ring 4 vs. Samsung Galaxy Ring: Which should you buy?

The Oura Ring 4 and Samsung Galaxy Ring offer powerful tracking functionality and a stylish look to boot, but which one is the better pick? We break it down......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 16th, 2024

New Apple Card promo offers 6% cash back at Walgreens for a limited time

Apple announced a new Apple Card offer starting today, offering up to 6% cash back at Walgreens and Duane Reade through November 15th. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

The best gaming smartphones for 2024

We all know which phones offer the best cameras and the best looks — but what if mobile gaming is your top priority? Here are some of the best gaming phones......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Just Dance VR is the best (and most dangerous) way to play

Just Dance feels right at home on the Meta Quest 3S thanks to a new VR version, but you'll want to be very careful about where you play it......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Attackers deploying red teaming tool for EDR evasion

Threat actors are leveraging the open-source EDRSilencer tool to evade endpoint detection and response systems, Trend Micro researchers have noticed. About EDRSilencer The software, which is intended for red teaming, is being abused to “silence.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Apple Watch Series 10 vs. Apple Watch SE 2: Which is better?

Do you need to buy the latest Apple Watch Series 10, or does the more affordable Apple Watch SE 2 offer enough of the same experience? Let's find out......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 13th, 2024

This 37% off Dell Inspiron 15 is the laptop upgrade you’ve been waiting for

Dell Laptops offer a number of traps for everyday consumers like you and me. It’s easy to feel stuck using the same crappy work machine for years, since you can’t easily upgrade the one you own, and it feels like a new device that actuall.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 12th, 2024

How did the building blocks of life arrive on Earth? Zinc fingerprints in meteorites offer clues

Researchers have used the chemical fingerprints of zinc contained in meteorites to determine the origin of volatile elements on Earth. The results suggest that without 'unmelted' asteroids, there may not have been enough of these compounds on Earth f.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024