Edible coating for seabass preservation
Asian seabass (Lates calcarifer) is one of the most commonly consumed food fish by Singaporeans. Seabass is loved by many consumers because of its high protein, low fat and ideal fatty acids composition. However, seabass is highly perishable due to t.....»»
iMessage encryption was one reason why Secret Service lost January 6 texts, may prevent employees from using iMessage in future
In the aftermath of the January 6, 2021 Capitol riots, the Secret Service has been blasted for losing text messages sent around that time about the attack, potentially violating federal record preservation laws. Via Politico, the Secret Service say.....»»
New copper coating could be the next superbug fighter
A new copper coating that kills bacteria quicker and in greater amounts than current formulations could soon be available for hospitals and other high-traffic facilities......»»
Research reveals where carbon storage in soils has the most potential
Soil is the largest terrestrial reservoir of organic carbon and is central for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Mineral-organic associations play a critical role in soil carbon preservation, but the global capacity for storage in this form h.....»»
2K relents to fans, turns servers back on for abandoned “4v1” online game
Online-only Evolve gets second lease on life, complete with matchmaking. Enlarge / Evolve's unique 4v1 battling is now back online—and while access is limited, we still count this as a victory for game history preservation. (credit:.....»»
Improving Transplant Survival with Organ Preservation Tech: Interview with Dr. Anderson, CEO of Paragonix
Paragonix Technologies, a medtech company based in Massachusetts, created the SherpaPak, an FDA organ transportation device that is intended to keep donor organs safe and viable on their journey to a transplant recipient. As the viability of a donor.....»»
Nomad launches Titanium Band and Steel Band for smaller 41, 40, and 38mm Apple Watches
Nomad has launched its high-end Titanium Band and Steel Band today for the smaller Apple Watch sizes. These premium metal link bracelets are adjustable and come with features like a scratch-resistant coating and a sleek magnetic clasp. more… The.....»»
Spray-On, Rinse-Off Food "Wrapper" Can Cut Plastic Packaging
The coating deters microorganisms to fight both food waste and foodborne illness -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Rutgers Scientist Develops Antimicrobial, Plant-Based Food Wrap Designed To Replace Plastic
Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plant-based coating that can be sprayed on foods, guarding against pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms.....»»
Scientists develop antimicrobial, plant-based food wrap designed to replace plastic
Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plant-based coating that can be sprayed on foods, guarding against pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms.....»»
PCR test for Okinawa mozuku could increase yields and lead to climate-tolerant strains
A simple PCR test could be used to improve cultivation of the edible brown seaweed, Okinawa mozuku, and even aid attempts at generating heat-tolerant strains, reported scientists from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate Universit.....»»
Great white sharks may have contributed to megalodon extinction
The diet of fossil extinct animals can hold clues to their lifestyle, behavior, evolution and ultimately extinction. However, studying an animal's diet after millions of years is difficult due to the poor preservation of chemical dietary indicators i.....»»
Edible insects and plant-based proteins to be the subject of classroom debates
Edible insects and plant-based alternatives to meat will be discussed with children as part of new research......»»
Writing with light on titania: Rewritable UV-sensitive surfaces made from doped TiO2 nanocrystals
Researchers have succeeded in producing a coating material that can be written on using UV light and the writing erased again using oxygen. Changes to rewritable paper could help reduce paper waste in a wide variety of applications. The material is m.....»»
Researchers identify 63 animals most likely to go extinct by 2041, offer preservation approaches
It feels a bit strange to publish a paper that we want proved wrong—we have identified the 63 Australian birds, mammals, fish, frogs and reptiles most likely to go extinct in the next 20 years......»»
Kingray obtains certification for near-IR NBPF used in ToF 3D-sensing modules
Kingray Technology, a company engaged in cutting and coating processing of optical filters, has disclosed it has obtained certification form a US-based maker of ToF (time of flight) 3D-sensing modules for 940nm near-infrared (IR) NBPFs (narrow band p.....»»
Paper or plastic? Rigid waterproof coating for paper aims to reduce our dependence on plastic
There is a considerable amount of research into the reduction of plastic for many and various applications. For the first time, researchers have found a way to imbue relatively sustainable paper materials with some of the useful properties of plastic.....»»
Sony is Building a Game Preservation Team
When Sony's expanded PlayStation Plus service starts rolling out next month, it will fold in PlayStation Now, which offers access to hundreds of games from older console generations. Now, it seems the company is getting even more serious about game p.....»»
Spider fossils glow under UV light, a clue to their remarkable preservation
Combination of anaerobic environment and sulfurization created stable carbon-rich films Enlarge / Fossilized spider from the Aix-en-Provence formation in France seen in hand sample overlain with fluorescent microscopy image of the same.....»»
Video: Toilet to tap—How are we able to safely drink water we"ve flushed?
In areas where water is scarce, reusing wastewater is one way to increase the supply. But to do that safely, water has to undergo lots of cleaning procedures, including some new innovations using edible materials like okra!.....»»
For Atari, preservation isn’t just about saving old games
Video game preservation is much more complicated than porting old games to modern consoles according to Atari......»»