Cracking the secrets of virus "uncoating" may help fight infections
Influenza and other viruses pack their genetic material into a protein shell, which must be disassembled for the viruses to efficiently replicate. But how viruses "uncoat" their genes remains largely unknown. Now, Friedrich Miescher Institute researc.....»»
To help protect wildlife, Illinois" Kane County Forest Preserve District adopts new policy to fight light pollution
The Kane County Forest Preserve District will soon put in place a new policy designed to reduce light pollution, which officials say hurts wildlife in and around the district's preserves......»»
Saudi women"s quest for change enabled them earn citizenship rights
Saudi women have obtained their citizenship rights through their own struggle and there is little truth in the widely held idea in the West that their role in the fight for their freedom has been negligible......»»
Following the "BATT Signal:" A new signaling pathway controlling planarian germ cells
Biogenic monoamines—molecules like dopamine and serotonin—are famous for their role as the brain's emissaries of mood, learning and memory, stress mechanisms, and fight-or-flight responses in the body......»»
Julian Assange to plead guilty but is going home after long extradition fight
"Julian is free!" wife wrote after Assange struck deal with US government. Enlarge / Julian Assange in an airplane in a photo posted by WikiLeaks on June 25, 2024. (credit: WikiLeaks) WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has.....»»
Logitech is finally back in the fight
After a string of gaming keyboards that satisfy the status quo, the Logitech G515 feels like a properly competitive offering......»»
Google Pixel 8a vs 7a: A Close Fight?
Should you upgrade to the latest features, or save a bit of cash instead? The post Google Pixel 8a vs 7a: A Close Fight? appeared first on Phandroid. The Google Pixel 8a is one of Google’s more affordable smartphones right now, and i.....»»
New study unveils formation secrets of tiny rare earth elements
Researchers from Trinity College Dublin's School of Natural Sciences have revealed a novel route to the formation of bastnäsite, a crucial mineral for the extraction of rare earth elements (REEs). Their work offers promise in one day making the extr.....»»
Global South health care practices contribute to spread of antimicrobial resistance across the world, study suggests
Many bacteria resistant to multiple antibiotics originate in Pakistan and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. Infections caused by these bacteria are challenging to treat; longer treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics is required and despite t.....»»
Researchers use gold membrane to coax secrets out of surfaces
Using a special wafer-thin gold membrane, ETH researchers have made it significantly easier to study surfaces. The membrane makes it possible to measure properties of surfaces that are inaccessible to conventional methods......»»
Bird flu has infected Idaho dairy farms: Is the state prepared for an outbreak?
Bird flu virus has been a longstanding issue in Idaho, having plagued Idaho's poultry and waterfowl populations for years. But this year's strain is bringing something new—its ability to infect cows......»»
Secrets of salt drop stains unveiled: New research decodes chemical composition from simple photos
Imagine zooming in on a dried drop of salt solution—each pattern a unique masterpiece, reminiscent of abstract art, yet no larger than the size of a penny......»»
Provenir’s AI-powered risk decisioning platform increases fraud detection
As the financial services world becomes increasingly digitized and consumer demands evolve, fraudsters and their methods are becoming more sophisticated. Provenir is helping organizations fight back by detecting these emerging threats via sophisticat.....»»
Cracking down on cybercrime: Who you gonna call?
As cybercrime continues to grow, law enforcement agencies worldwide face increased challenges in safeguarding organizations and individuals. In this article, we highlight law enforcement agencies that have scored notable successes against cybercrimin.....»»
EV maker Fisker"s bankruptcy heads toward liquidation as creditors fight over assets
The company initially said it would seek additional financing and continue "reduced operations," but Fisker's attorney said the company does "not currently anticipate being able to obtain financing.".....»»
Citing national security, US will ban Kaspersky anti-virus software in July
US cites Russian government's "capacity to influence Kaspersky's operations." Enlarge (credit: Kaspersky Lab) The Biden administration will ban all sales of Kaspersky antivirus software in the US starting in July, accord.....»»
The best shows on Disney+ right now (June 2024)
The best shows on Disney+ include The Acolyte, Erased: WW2’s Heroes of Color, Doctor Who, Star Wars: Tales of the Empire, Secrets of the Octopus, and more......»»
Pornhub prepares to block five more states rather than check IDs
The number of states blocked by Pornhub will soon nearly double. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Pornhub will soon be blocked in five more states as the adult site continues to fight what it considers priv.....»»
Antibiotic-resistance in sub-Saharan Africa "alarming": Studies
Superbug infections are taking a disproportionate toll in sub-Saharan Africa where there is "extremely concerning" levels of multi-resistant bacterial strains among young children, two studies warned Thursday......»»
YouTube Wants to Fight Misinformation with Upcoming Feature
It will function similarly to X/twitter's "Community Notes" feature. The post YouTube Wants to Fight Misinformation with Upcoming Feature appeared first on Phandroid. In a world where misinformation and misleading content on the inter.....»»
Researchers describe how to tell if ChatGPT is confabulating
Finding out whether the AI is uncertain about facts or phrasing is the key. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) It's one of the world's worst-kept secrets that large language models give blatantly false answer.....»»