Changes in 300 genes could contribute to the maternal behaviour of mice
A research team from the University of Valencia and the Jaume I University of Castellón shows an increase in the expression of 197 genes in mother mice, and a decrease of 99, when compared with virgin females in contact with offspring. These results.....»»
Cockroaches can transmit antimicrobial resistance genes between groups
A new paper describes a study of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) transmission among cockroaches, with implications for AMR transmission in humans. The study was published in mSystems......»»
Environmental stress rather than genetics influenced height differences in early Neolithic people: Study
The difference in height between female and male individuals in northern Europe during the Early Neolithic (8,000–6,000 years before present, bp) may have been influenced by cultural factors, a paper published in Nature Human Behaviour suggests. Th.....»»
Catalyst makes drugs inside the body to minimize side effects
A highly active catalyst capable of synthesizing drug molecules within the body has been developed by RIKEN chemists. In mice, an anticancer drug assembled near tumors using the injected catalyst suppressed tumor growth......»»
Research finds marine bacteria, atmospheric rivers can contribute to formation of ice clouds
Understanding cloud formation in polar regions is essential to discern the influence of solar radiation on the polar ice caps. Existing numerical models, however, struggle to replicate ice clouds accurately. Now, using real-world observations and cli.....»»
Gene variants that promote having more sex and kids diminish your life span
A literal life-or-death balance, playing out at the level of individual genes. Enlarge / A large family can come with some unfortunate downsides (in addition to that weird cousin). (credit: Oliver Rossi) Analysis of geno.....»»
Dead by Daylight goes single-player with The Casting of Frank Stone
Behaviour Interactive has revealed The Casting of Frank Stone, a new narrative horror title in the Dead by Daylight universe, is coming sometime in 2024......»»
Less asphalt gives way to stronger trees in urban areas, finds study
Trees planted in urban areas can provide shade and contribute to a lower air temperature. For these services to be optimal, it is important to let asphalt give way to trees, according to research from the University of Gothenburg......»»
Companies are missing their climate goals with misaligned behavior, says study
The emissions pathways of most companies in high-emitting sectors are not aligned with the climate targets of the Paris Agreement. To better contribute to national and global sustainability efforts, corporate behavior must change. This is the main me.....»»
Study reveals genes that set humans apart from other primates in cognitive ability
An international team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has uncovered over 100 genes that are common to primate brains but have undergone evolutionary divergence only in humans—and which could be a source of our unique cognitive abili.....»»
New enzyme allows CRISPR technologies to accurately target almost all human genes
A team of engineers at Duke University have developed a method to broaden the reach of CRISPR technologies. While the original CRISPR system could only target 12.5% of the human genome, the new method expands access to nearly every gene to potentiall.....»»
These are the best gaming mice to buy in 2023
Think your mouse is holding you back? Here are our top picks to improve your gaming performance......»»
Europe is working on a multi-purpose habitat for the moon
With NASA gearing up to send humans back to the moon in the next few years with the Artemis missions with the goal of establishing a permanent outpost at the lunar south pole, nations are making efforts to contribute to Artemis and a permanent presen.....»»
Research reveals clever dosage control mechanism of biallelic genes
Have you ever wondered why we carry two copies of each chromosome in all of our cells? During reproduction, we receive one from each of our parents. This means that we also receive two copies, or alleles, of each gene—one allele per chromosome or p.....»»
Nanodiamonds can block tumor metastasis in mice, study shows
Nanodiamonds are 2–8 nm carbon nanoparticles, which can be easily functionalized with various chemical groups like carboxylic groups or drugs. Previous research has shown that actively dividing cells are more likely to absorb nanodiamonds and that.....»»
Save up to $50 on Logitech keyboards & mice for Mac during sitewide sale
Kit your Mac out with Logitech peripherals and accessories, with a site-wide sale offering up to $50 off orders.Logitech's holding a site-wide saleStarting from November 28, peripherals maker Logitech is holding a sitewide deal which, as the name sug.....»»
Clonal fish: Same genes, same environment, different fitness levels
According to current knowledge, individuality is determined by either differences in genome or in the apparent environmental conditions. However, studies show, the paradigm of twin research is currently crumbling......»»
Are rents rising in your neighborhood? Don"t blame the baristas
Baristas who work in specialty coffee shops, along with hipsters more generally, have been referred to as the "shock troops" of urban gentrification—and it's no different in Philadelphia. These servers of artisanal coffee contribute to economic and.....»»
Snap up keyboards, mice and computing essentials at Black Friday bargain prices
Black Friday is the time to equip your Mac with these new input devices, plus accessories ranging from printers to Stream Deck-style controllers.L-R: Anker webcam, Anker ergonomic mouse, Elgato Stream DeckThese are the essentials of computing, but th.....»»
Bacteria found to contribute to the modulation of animal behavior
An increasingly important field of work in modern life sciences is the study of the symbiotic coexistence of animals, plants, and humans with their specific microbial populations. In recent years, researchers have gathered growing evidence that the c.....»»
This sea worm"s posterior swims away, and now scientists know how
A research team, led by Professor Toru Miura from the University of Tokyo, shows how the expression of developmental genes in the Japanese green syllid worms, Megasyllis nipponica, helps form their swimming reproductive unit called stolon. The work h.....»»