Denmark reports cases of bluetongue disease that can be fatal to sheep but is harmless to humans
Denmark reported Tuesday cases of bluetongue in the country's east, a non-contagious, insect-borne viral disease that is harmless to humans but can be fatal for so-called ruminant animals—mainly sheep but also cows and goats......»»
Torras Ostand iPhone 16 case in all-new colors, now 15% off for Black Friday
Torras offers two versions of its popular Ostand Spin case for iPhone 16, and both MagSafe-compatible cases with built-in stands and all-new colors are discounted for Black Friday.Have a colorful holiday season with Torras Ostand Spin cases for iPhon.....»»
Tick tubes help reduce the parasites on mice, but time and frequency matter
Ticks are a nuisance across many areas of the U.S., capable of spreading harmful pathogens to both animals and humans. A new study led by researchers at Penn State has analyzed the effectiveness of a simple, inexpensive strategy for controlling ticks.....»»
New transformer-based AI model enhances precision in rice leaf disease detection
Rice is one of the world's most essential food crops, but its production is constantly threatened by leaf diseases caused by pathogens such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses. These diseases, which manifest as spots or blotches on leaves, can severely i.....»»
Arc"s revolutionary bumper iPhone 16 case is 15% off for Black Friday
Think you want to go caseless? Check out the Arc Plus bumper phone case for Apple's iPhone 16 line and enjoy a level of protection without sacrificing the sleek design iPhones are known for. The cases are now on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.....»»
Sony is reportedly working on a PS5 portable
Miniaturized hardware is still "likely years away from launch." Bloomberg reports that Sony is "in the early stages" of work on a fully portable console that can play PlayStation.....»»
Raw milk recalled for containing bird flu virus, California reports
One more reason drinking raw milk is a bad idea. Bird flu virus has been found in a batch of raw—unpasteurized—milk sold in California, prompting a recall issued at the state'.....»»
Milestone legal case from 35 years ago holds important lessons for how courts deal with scientific evidence today
This month marks 35 years of DNA evidence being used in Australian legal cases. But unlike DNA firsts in other countries, Australia's is perhaps the most significant legal milestone that is practically unheard of......»»
Rokform Black Friday deals run the gamut of mobile gear: Cases, accessories, more
These Rokform Black Friday deals are one of the better ways to save on mobile accessories like cases, wireless speakers, phone mounts and more......»»
Researchers create high-resistant starch rice by impaired amylopectin synthesis
Rice is one of the most important staple crops and an excellent starch-provider. Resistant starch (RS) has shown beneficial effects on diabetes, weight management and inflammatory bowel disease......»»
First successful test of wild minke whales reveals they have ultrasonic hearing
A team of marine biologists from Norway, the U.S. and Denmark has conducted the first hearing test of a live baleen whale. For their study published in the journal Science, the group corralled a pair of wild minke whales and recorded their brain wave.....»»
ESR MagSafe chargers & cases make shopping for holiday gifts easy (and they"re all on sale for Black Friday)
Finding gifts for your tech-loving friends or family won't be a hassle thanks to ESR's selection of CryoBoost chargers, MagSafe cases and wallets, and other Apple-related accessories.ESR has plenty for your tech holiday shopping needs - Image credit:.....»»
Saturday Citations: Sweaty, remarkable humans; ocean level rise projections; closeup of a star in another galaxy
Since we last spoke, researchers at the University of Birmingham have defined the precise shape of a single photon (spoiler: roundish). Economists worry that Trump's grandiose deportation plans could lead to a recession. And astronomers report that t.....»»
Gene regulation study reports surprising results: Extensive regions of DNA belong to multiple gene switches
Some sequences in the genome cause genes to be switched on or off. Until now, each of these gene switches, or so-called enhancers, was thought to have its own place on the DNA. Different enhancers are therefore separated from each other, even if they.....»»
In Patagonia, more snow could protect glaciers from melt—but only if greenhouse gas are curbed emissions soon
In an era of dwindling glaciers, Southern Patagonia has managed to hold on to a surprising amount of its ice. But, a new study in Scientific Reports from INSTAAR postdoc Matthias Troch suggests that this protective effect might be pushed up against i.....»»
Google seems to have called it quits on making its own Android tablets—again
Reports have the Pixel Tablet 2—or maybe 3?—being canceled over sales concerns. Depending on which Android-focused site you believe, either a third Pixel Tablet was apparently.....»»
New technique points to unexpected uses for snoRNA across many cell types
Dynamic, reversible modifications of DNA and RNA regulate how genes are expressed and transcribed, which can influence cellular processes, disease development, and overall organismal health. Small nucleolar RNAs (snoRNAs) are a common but overlooked.....»»
Using light to create bioelectronics inside living organisms
Bioelectronics research and development of implants made of electrically conductive materials for disease treatment is advancing rapidly. However, bioelectronic treatment is not without complications. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have tak.....»»
"Genetic time machine" reveals complex chimpanzee cultures
In recent decades, scientists have clearly demonstrated that chimpanzees, like humans, pass on complex cultures such as tool use from generation to generation. But human culture has become vastly more sophisticated, from the Stone Age to the Space Ag.....»»
Florida panthers deemed unaffected by emerging fatal genetic condition in new research
University of Central Florida researchers have helmed a study that found Florida panthers are not particularly susceptible to a potentially transmissible disease that causes cognitive decline leading to death in their prey. The findings abate concern.....»»
The ESR Black Friday deals offer discounts on iPad and AirPod cases
These ESR Black Friday deals offer deals on iPad and AirPod cases, something out of the ordinary for mobile accessories. Come take a look......»»