Establishing the basis for mammalian intracellular computing with mRNA switches
Professor Hirohide Saito and his research team have developed a new approach to control mRNA translation using Cas proteins, thus expanding the variety of mRNA switches and making it easier to build synthetic gene circuits in mammalian cells. The res.....»»
A low-cost microscope projection photolithography system for high-resolution fabrication
Integrated optical signal distributing, processing, and sensing networks require the miniaturization of basic optical elements, such as waveguides, splitters, gratings, and optical switches. To achieve this, fabrication approaches that allow for high.....»»
Two-photon lithography for photonic packaging: A promising solution
Photonic integrated circuits (PICs) are compact devices that combine multiple optical components on a single chip. They have a wide range of applications in communications, ranging, sensing, computing, spectroscopy, and quantum technology. PICs are n.....»»
Fighting extreme weather with extreme computing power
Artificial intelligence, which can already generate texts and mimic human speech, might also help the world prepare for the worsening effects of climate change......»»
Fish brains may provide insight into the molecular basis of decision-making
How do animals make decisions when faced with competing demands, and how have decision making processes evolved over time? In a recent publication in Biology Letters, Tina Barbasch, a postdoctoral researcher at the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic.....»»
Next-gen computing: Hard-to-move quasiparticles glide up pyramid edges
A new kind of "wire" for moving excitons, developed at the University of Michigan, could help enable a new class of devices, perhaps including room temperature quantum computers......»»
Orbital-angular-momentum-encoded diffractive networks for object classification tasks
Deep learning has revolutionized the way we perceive and utilize data. However, as datasets grow and computational demands increase, we need more efficient ways to handle, store, and process data. In this regard, optical computing is seen as the next.....»»
Snap up keyboards, mice and computing essentials at Black Friday bargain prices
Black Friday is the time to equip your Mac with these new input devices, plus accessories ranging from printers to Stream Deck-style controllers.L-R: Anker webcam, Anker ergonomic mouse, Elgato Stream DeckThese are the essentials of computing, but th.....»»
Networking nano-biosensors for wireless communication in the blood
Biological computing machines, such as micro and nano-implants that can collect important information inside the human body, are transforming medicine. Yet, networking them for communication has proven challenging. Now, a global team, including EPFL.....»»
Upgrade your Mac and PC Setup with these Black Friday Deals!
You might be looking around for a new addition or upgrade to your personal computing setup - check these great deals! The post Upgrade your Mac and PC Setup with these Black Friday Deals! appeared first on Phandroid. With Black Friday prac.....»»
Get an M2 Max Mac Studio for just $1,795, plus 3 years of AppleCare for $139 with coupon
The Mac Studio, equipped with the M2 Max chip, stands out as a top choice for advanced computing needs. An exclusive promotion makes the desktop (and optional AppleCare) even more affordable.Get a current Mac Studio for just $1,795Apple designed the.....»»
Black Friday 2023 laptop deals from Dell, HP, Lenovo, Apple, Microsoft, and more
From Apple to Asus and Lenovo to HP, there are plenty of savings on a new laptop. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft ) Whether you want to upgrade your computing clamshell for work or play this holiday, or you'd like to gift on.....»»
Nano-sized probes reveal how cellular structure responds to pressure
By giving living cells a "nano-poke" and monitoring the resulting changes in the intracellular environment, researchers have gotten their first glimpse of how whole cells respond to external mechanical pressure......»»
Researchers improve magnets for computing
As demand rises for increased data storage and faster-performing computers, researchers are creating a new generation of materials to meet consumers' expectations......»»
Study highlights importance of not investigating exon splicing in isolation
A study published in the journal Function highlights the importance of not investigating exon splicing in isolation. Exon splicing is the process by which introns are removed from pre-mRNA and exons are spliced back together......»»
Researchers use quantum computing to predict gene relationships
In a new multidisciplinary study, researchers at Texas A&M University showed how quantum computing—a new kind of computing that can process additional types of data—can assist with genetic research and used it to discover new links between genes.....»»
Dung beetle iDNA as an additional tool for biodiversity assessment
Many dung beetles use mammalian feces as a food source and build and relocate dung balls to lay eggs and shelter their larvae. This behavior provides many ecosystem services including nutrient cycling, secondary seed dispersal, soil excavation, and p.....»»
A scientist explains an approaching milestone marking the arrival of quantum computers
Quantum advantage is the milestone the field of quantum computing is fervently working toward, where a quantum computer can solve problems that are beyond the reach of the most powerful non-quantum, or classical, computers......»»
Can Apple Vision Pro reinvent the computer, again?
As the universe counts down the clock to Apple's upcoming "reinvention" of augmented reality computing with its new Vision Pro early in the new year, it's useful to take a look at how successful it has been at reinventing the computing platform in th.....»»
How to dispose of a printer in the most environmentally safe way possible
A printer is an essential part of office computing, but if it dies or you no longer need it, you can't just throw it away or put it in the recycling......»»
Engineering bacteria to biosynthesize intricate protein complexes
Protein cages found within microbes help its contents weather the harsh intracellular environment—an observation that has many bioengineering applications. Tokyo Tech researchers have recently developed an innovative bioengineering approach that us.....»»