Can the right smell make you more productive?
With more people working from home there's growing interest in making the home smell better......»»
MacOS Ventura is official with more ways to be productive
Apple has announced the next major version of MacOS, following up on last year's MacOS Monterey release......»»
6 Google Chrome keyboard shortcuts in Windows you need to try
If you want to stay productive in Google Chrome and save some time, this list of the best Chrome keyboard shortcuts can make all the difference......»»
Should all chemosensory modalities be unified into a single sense?
A new paper published in The Quarterly Review of Biology, entitled "Taste and Smell: A Unifying Chemosensory Theory," proposes the unification of all chemosensory modalities into a single sense, moving toward an interconnected perspective on the gra.....»»
Shop Talk and Tips with Gareth Branwyn
DIY lifer Gareth Branwyn has compiled a new volume of his series, Tips and Tales of the Workshop, Volume 2. He joins Dale Dougherty to talk about how he collects tips — asking a person directly to share a tip is not very productive. He shares.....»»
Every movie we can"t wait to see this summer
Can you smell that? The scent of blossoms blooming and popcorn being buttered is a sure sign that summer movie season is upon us. This summer, movie theaters will brandish an array of outrageous action movies, stirring indies, wacky comedies, spooky.....»»
Teradici and HP announce a solution for secure access to digital workspaces
Teradici and HP have launched the first beta release of HP Anyware, the enterprise IT software that keeps people and teams productive by providing secure access to their digital workspaces from virtually any mix of infrastructure to any device. HP An.....»»
Daily deals April 18: $1,749 14-inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pros from $319, 50% off Razer gaming earbuds, more
Monday's best deals include discounts for those looking to be productive while on the go. Grab the cheapest price ever on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro, save on numerous iPad and iPad Pro models, and much more.14-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro, 2021 Apple 10......»»
Autopsies suggest COVID’s smell loss is caused by inflammation, not virus
In 23 patients who died, researchers found olfactory nerve damage but little virus. Enlarge / A woman holds a nasal swab for a COVID-19 antigen rapid test in front of her desk on January 5 in Berlin. (credit: Getty | Thomas Trutschel).....»»
Climate change will reshuffle marine ecosystems in unexpected ways, study finds
Warming of the oceans due to climate change will mean fewer productive fish species to catch in the future, according to a new Rutgers study that found as temperatures warm, predator-prey interactions will prevent species from keeping up with the con.....»»
Sharks lose their natural response with prey if not frequently rewarded
New research studying the behavior of Port Jackson sharks has captured their astute ability to realize when the smell of natural prey doesn't lead to a feeding opportunity......»»
Best apps for being productive on your Mac
You can do anything on your Mac, but you can probably also do it faster, more efficiently — and simply make it work harder for you. Here are key apps that are proven to help.There may be a pretty infinite number of word processing apps around, but.....»»
The pleasant smell of wet soil indicates danger to bacteria-eating worms, researchers find
The smell of geosmin is unmistakable: It's the odor that permeates the air after a summer rain squall or fills your nose while gardening. It's the smell of wet soil—an earthy, almost comforting scent......»»
Scientists find ways to study and reconstruct past scents
In recent years, millions of people worldwide have suffered the loss of smell due to COVID-19. Even those who have avoided infection with the new coronavirus experience the world of scent differently now due to the very masks that provide protection.....»»
The Best Laptop Tote Bags
Thanks to the portability of laptops, we’re able to take our work on the go and set up shop wherever we like. Being lightweight, durable, and efficient, we can stay mobile and productive with them. However, if we do decide to go the active route, w.....»»
New iPad Air with M1 was designed for creators & students, Apple exec says
The new 2022 iPad Air was equipped with an M1 chip to meet the needs of both creative and productive users of the midrange tablet, according to an Apple executive.iPad Air 4 and iPad Air 5Apple's Katie McDonald, the company's iPad Product Marketing M.....»»
"Worm-on-a-chip" device could someday help diagnose lung cancer
Dogs can use their incredible sense of smell to sniff out various forms of cancer in human breath, blood and urine samples. Similarly, in the lab a much simpler organism, the roundworm C. elegans, wriggles its way toward cancer cells by following an.....»»
The Best Study Desk
Studying can feel much more productive when you have a nice desk to work at. Study desks come in a variety of sleek designs that can fit in any room, but are also built with durable materials that will last. They offer up plenty of space to fit all o.....»»
The NOVO Duffel will make your clothes smell better. But wait until you whiff of that price.
The NOVO Duffel from San Diego-based DRESSFRESH isn’t for everyone. But why would it be? This is a luxury gym bag with a suggested MSRP of $500, far beyond the price point of your go-to sport tote. The difference between a normal duffel and thi.....»»
Camouflage or communication: How birds use odor
What senses do birds use? Obviously, they use hearing and sight—after all, they sing and often have colorful plumage. But what about the sense of smell? For a long time, it was thought that olfaction played no role in birds. In recent years, howeve.....»»
Immigration reform is key to keeping US economy competitive, says report
The United States' immigration system is failing to provide the nation's economy with enough high-skilled and productive workers to grow and remain competitive on a global scale, according to a new report from experts at Rice University's Baker Insti.....»»