Discovery of key protein for biosynthesis of plant defense steroids could enhance pest control strategies
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology have identified GAME15 as a key protein that regulates the biosynthesis of both steroidal glycoalkaloids and steroidal saponins in plants of the genus Solanum......»»
If one rumor about Spider-Man in Avengers: Secret Wars is true, I hope it’s this one
Spider-Man will be a key Avenger in the upcoming Doomsday and Secret Wars crossovers. We don’t need any big plot leaks to know that. The … The post If one rumor about Spider-Man in Avengers: Secret Wars is true, I hope it’s this one.....»»
Are you tasty to mosquitoes? Study offers clues into when and why they bite
As mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue fever spread across the world, researchers say that a key strategy to prevent these illnesses may be dissuading the insects from biting their victims in the first place. But while scientists have.....»»
Researchers reveal quantum advantage that could advance future sensing devices
Researchers from the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have taken a major step forward in using quantum mechanics to enhance sensing devices, a new advancement that could be used in a wide range of areas, including materials charac.....»»
"Getting high" in Paleolithic hunting: Elevated positions enhance javelin accuracy but reduce atlatl efficiency
A recent experimental study led by Kent State University and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History suggests that hunting from elevated positions significantly increases the performance of thrown javelins while potentially decreasing the effectivene.....»»
New method to generate photon pairs efficiently on a chip
Thin-film lithium niobate is an emerging nonlinear integrated photonics platform ideally suited for quantum applications. Through spontaneous parametric down-conversion (SPDC), it can generate correlated photon pairs for quantum key distribution, tel.....»»
Chickpeas identified as key crop for future food security
Climate change has a negative impact on food security. An international research team led by Wolfram Weckwerth from the University of Vienna has now conducted a study to investigate the natural variation of different chickpea genotypes and their resi.....»»
Microsoft is backtracking on its Copilot key
Microsoft is giving users more control as to what they can do with the Copilot key on keyboards and might even let users have it open other apps......»»
MicroRNA, Protein Folding and Machine-Learning Work Win the Science Nobels
A roundup of the science Nobels, the latest COVID updates and the Europa Clipper launch delay......»»
Tiny Babies Who Can Smell Their Mother Recognize Faces Better
A smell’s effect on facial recognition is key at first—but decreases as a baby’s eyesight improves.....»»
The Mpox Response Has Learned from HIV/AIDS History
Tools and networks that have helped control HIV/AIDS are now working against mpox.....»»
Fossil Human Ancestor ‘Lucy’ Remains Pivotal 50 Years after Discovery
Half a century after its discovery, this iconic fossil remains central to our understanding of human origins.....»»
iPad mini 7’s $499 price tag is incredible news for the iPhone SE 4
Apple surprised everyone earlier this week with a low-key iPad mini 7 announcement. We knew the tablet update was coming, and we knew that it … The post iPad mini 7’s $499 price tag is incredible news for the iPhone SE 4 appeared first on.....»»
AI helps suppliers reduce plant downtime, increase efficiency
Large suppliers including Bosch, Magna and Forvia are investing significant resources in AI tools they say will help them become more nimble......»»
U.S. offers battery company $671 million for Georgia plant
The Biden administration is poised to loan nearly $671 million to Aspen Aerogels Inc. to make a key component of electric car batteries in the election battleground state of Georgia. Aspen Aerogel shares surged as much as 20 percent in New York. .....»»
Lookout offers protection against social engineering and executive impersonation attacks
Lookout announced new features for its Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) solution, Lookout Mobile Endpoint Security. These advancements provide comprehensive protection against two fast-growing advanced social engineering tactics: smishing (SMS phishing) a.....»»
Stellantis expanding Mexico operations to make more Ram pickups, report says
Stellantis has been building additional factory space next to its existing plant in Saltillo, Mexico, the report said, citing people familiar with the matter......»»
Strengthening Kubernetes security posture with these essential steps
In this Help Net Security interview, Paolo Mainardi, CTO at SparkFabrik, discusses comprehensive strategies to secure Kubernetes environments from development through deployment. He focuses on best practices, automation, and continuous monitoring. Ma.....»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 15: Stellantis-backed startup invests $1 billion in Nevada battery plant
Lyten chose Reno because of its battery ecosystem and its dry climate......»»
Oppo previews Find X8’s shutter button, works just like iPhone 16 Camera Control [Video]
Oppo is adding a new feature to its upcoming Find X8, with a shutter button that works exactly like Apple’s new “Camera Control” feature on iPhone 16. more….....»»
Foodnoms nutrition tracking app updated with easier recipe importing, photo analysis, more
Foodnoms is a powerful nutrition tracking app we’ve covered multiple times over the years here at 9to5Mac, and it just got a big update. The update, available now on the App Store, adds smarter recipe import from websites, new Control Center widge.....»»