Capturing a cosmogenic isotope to determine the age of artifacts
You may probably wonder how archaeologists determine the age of ancient artifacts or how long a piece of rock exists above the surface. Isotopic dating can tell the age covering hundreds of thousands of years. For instance, common carbon isotope 14C.....»»
New method allows scientists to determine all the molecules present in the lysosomes of mice
Small but mighty, lysosomes play a surprisingly important role in cells despite their diminutive size. Making up only 1-3% of the cell by volume, these small sacs are the cell's recycling centers, home to enzymes that break down unneeded molecules in.....»»
How old is that fingerprint?
Forensic dramas on TV make it seem easy to determine when fingerprints were left at the scene of a crime. In reality, the oils in fingerprints degrade over time, and it's difficult to figure out their age. Now, researchers reporting a small-scale stu.....»»
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Showtime is one of the best streaming services available, and a Showtime free trial is a great way to determine if it's the right streaming service for you......»»
Researchers identify combination of factors for organic cacao yield
In the cultivation of organic cacao, many factors determine the yield. An international research team with scientists from the universities of Würzburgh and Göttingen has now identified important players and their combined effects......»»
New approach to correct systematic errors in bottle data of ocean temperature
In the 20th century, oceanographers mainly used two ocean-water samplers to determine the essential physical properties of seawater: Nansen bottles, made of metal with thermometers attached to record the temperature and pressure of the sample site, a.....»»
Cool Crowdfunding: Tiny Retro Gaming, AI Fabrics, and 3D Vision for Raspberry Pi
We receive so many pitches for crowdfunding projects. They pour into our inbox daily. Since crowdfunding is a bit of a gamble, it is always kind of hard to determine just how to write about these projects, considering that many of them may not ever.....»»
Astronomers wind back the clock to determine the timeline of a stellar explosion
While astronomers have seen the debris from scores of exploded stars in the Milky Way and nearby galaxies, it is often difficult to determine the timeline of the star's demise. By studying the spectacular remains of a supernova in a neighboring galax.....»»
Novel technique helps discover whether bacteria that cause meningitis are resistant to antibiotics
A study published in the journal PLOS ONE could one day help health workers determine whether bacteria of the species Streptococcus pneumoniae, which cause meningitis—an inflammation of the membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord—are res.....»»
NASA spacewalk video shows dramatic view of Earth
Two Russian cosmonauts recently completed a successful spacewalk outside the ISS, with a video from the mission capturing a dramatic view of Earth......»»
Color change in space materials may help measure degradation remotely
For the next six months, a camera system on the exterior of the International Space Station (ISS) will be snapping photos of more than a dozen different material samples, gathering detailed information that will help researchers determine how—and w.....»»
Gun ownership in New Jersey: Who owns them and how safely do they store them?
The Rutgers New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center has gathered data to determine how common gun ownership has become in New Jersey and how gun owners store and use their weapons......»»
Three key fields to determine winner for future vehicles
There are three key factors for car manufacturers that will determine the winner for future vehicles, according to Calvin Lee, managing director of Sime Darby KIA Taiwan......»»
3 key fields to determine winner for future vehicles
There are three key factors for car manufacturers that will determine the winner for future vehicles, according to Calvin Lee, managing director of Sime Darby KIA Taiwan......»»
New Apple Watch study aims to cut blood thinner use by AFib patients
The Apple Watch is being used as part of a study to determine if it is possible to cut down the use of expensive blood thinners used to prevent strokes and atrial fibrillation.The seven-year study, which has secured $37 million in funding from the Na.....»»
UK beef farmers want to transition to net zero, but practical and financial barriers are standing in their way
Practical and financial barriers associated with reducing carbon footprints and capturing more carbon are standing in the way of beef farmers making the transition to net zero, a report warns......»»
Scientists develop spectral imaging techniques to help museums with conservation efforts
Scientists from Rochester Institute of Technology are turning studio photography technology on its head to help museums and other cultural heritage institutions preserve historically significant artifacts. Faculty and students from RIT's Munsell Colo.....»»
Researchers determine activation mechanism of G protein–coupled receptors
Nearly all vital functions in the human body are regulated by so-called G protein-coupled receptors on the cell surface. These receptors thus serve as attractive drug targets to treat various diseases. Researchers have now discovered that empty space.....»»
Tropical and desert grasses may migrate further south
The maximum summer temperature and the amount of rainfall in summer are the two climate factors that determine the type of native grass that grows in a region, Australian researchers have found in a recent study......»»
Baby mice with an older father cry differently, may have implications for neurodevelopmental disorders
A baby's cry is a form of communication used to attract attention from adult caregivers, and every baby cries in a similar but distinct way. An international research team has studied the vocal behavior of baby mice, called pups, to determine how the.....»»
The simultaneous study of both workload distribution and division of labor
A new paper published in The Quarterly Review of Biology reviews studies of workload distribution and division of labor to advance understanding of the factors that determine individual differences in the costs and benefits of cooperation and the con.....»»