Creating a better wig with chemistry
For some people, wigs are a fun and colorful fashion accessory, but for those with hair loss from alopecia or other conditions, they can provide a real sense of normalcy and boost self-confidence. Whether made from human or synthetic strands, however.....»»
Top API vulnerabilities organizations can’t afford to ignore
75% of organizations typically change or update their APIs on a daily or weekly basis, creating a significant challenge for protecting the changing API attack surface, according to Data Theorem and ESG. Insecure APIs plague organizations In a related.....»»
Used coffee pods can be recycled to produce filaments for 3D printing
An article published in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering brings good news for coffee buffs: the plastic in used coffee pods can be recycled to make filament for 3D printers, minimizing its environmental impact......»»
Prevalence of transposable elements may provide clues to worldwide mammal biodiversity
An international scientific project that compares the genomes of 240 living species of mammals has identified transposable elements (TEs)—genes that can change their position within a genome, creating or reversing mutations and thus altering a cell.....»»
AI startup Synthesia made waves this week on both sides of deepfake debate
Two articles this week highlighted the complex debate around the companies, like Synthesia, creating deepfakes, or synthetic media. Two articles this week highlighted the complex debate around the companies, like Synthesia, creating deepfakes, or.....»»
Newly discovered electrical activity within cells could change the way researchers think about biological chemistry
The human body relies heavily on electrical charges. Lightning-like pulses of energy fly through the brain and nerves and most biological processes depend on electrical ions traveling across the membranes of each cell in our body......»»
World"s Largest Logjam Stores 3 Million Tons of Carbon
Dead trees have accumulated in an Arctic basin for centuries, creating one of the largest “carbon pools” in the world.....»»
Researchers decipher the structure of protein methyltransferase from the mpox virus
Scientists from the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry in Prague have deciphered the structure of the protein methyltransferase from the monkeypox virus. It is with the help of this protein that the virus escapes human immunity and cause.....»»
The best Skill Cards in Dead Island 2
Creating an effective build is more intimidating than a swarm of flesh-eaters. Before entering Hell-A, take a look at the best Skill Cards in Dead Island 2......»»
Assembly of stable spherical lanthanide cluster aggregate for magnetic resonance imaging
This study was carried out under the leadership of Dr. Ming-Liang Tong (Key Laboratory of Bioinorganic and Synthetic Chemistry of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University) and Dr. Shiping Yang (College of Chemistry and Mater.....»»
Webb telescope probes the chemistry in a hot gas giant’s atmosphere
Near a star, there's chemistry that doesn't occur in our Solar System's gas giants. Enlarge / WASP-39b is much closer to its host star than any of our Solar System's planets are to the Sun. (credit: NASA) Up until a few.....»»
Tetris’ creators reveal the game’s greatest unsolved mysteries
From random number generators to the origin of "the Tetris song." Video directed by Lisandro Perez-Rey, edited by Shandor Garrison. Click here for transcript. Despite creating one of the most recognizable video games of all time, Te.....»»
Hands-on: BenQ’s new 32-inch Ergo Arm 4k Monitor, built with designers in mind
One of the biggest complaints I hear from Apple users when it comes to creating a desk setup is that it’s tough to find an affordable monitor made for Macs. Most affordable monitors lack color accuracy and end up having a different hue or tint whe.....»»
Senators unveil bipartisan legislation to ban kids under 13 from joining social media platforms
A new federal bill unveiled Wednesday would establish a national minimum age for social media use and require tech companies to get parents' consent before creating accounts for teens, reflecting a growing trend at all levels of government to restric.....»»
Creating universal critical nitrogen dilution curves for Japonica rice
Rice, a staple crop, is widely cultivated in China. The farmers enhance the rice yield and grain quality through nitrogen (N) fertilizers. But using them in excess negatively affects crop production and harms the environment. Therefore, determining t.....»»
What the egg crisis reveals about our food system
This isn't the first time the price of eggs has skyrocketed. During the mid-19th-century gold rush, San Francisco's population ballooned from around 800 to more than 20,000, creating a scarcity of chicken eggs that hiked their price to nearly $1 per.....»»
Biden Marks Earth Day with New Environmental Justice Orders
The president is creating an Office of Environmental Justice and expanding federal protections for communities that have been historically overburdened by pollution.....»»
Slack launches next-gen API for creating integrations and automations
After nearly three years of work and wrapping up a beta, Slack has announced that its all-new platform for developers is now officially available. The “next-generation” API experience with a modular architecture means it’s easier than ever to.....»»
"Too good to be true?" As Shein and Temu take off , so does the scrutiny
Temu and Shein are taking off in the United States, topping app stores and creating a frenzy with consumers......»»
Swedish quantum computer applied to chemistry for the first time
There are high expectations that quantum computers may deliver revolutionary new possibilities for simulating chemical processes. This could have a major impact on everything from the development of new pharmaceuticals to new materials. Researchers a.....»»
Phylum adds OPA and continuous reporting to its policy engine
Phylum has added Open Policy Agent (OPA) and continuous reporting to its policy engine. Customers now have more flexibility when creating and enforcing custom policies, and can show compliance with key software supply chain frameworks, regulations an.....»»