Extracting the secrets of secondary metabolites
Microbial secondary metabolites, those molecules not essential for growth yet essential for survival, may now be easier to characterize following a proof-of-concept study in which researchers paired CRISPR and CRAGE technologies......»»
New cataclysmic variable discovered that may contain a brown dwarf secondary
An international team of astronomers reports the discovery of a new cataclysmic variable. The newfound system, designated SRGeJ041130.3+685350 (or SRGeJ0411 for short), has an orbital period of about 100 minutes and may contain a brown dwarf. The fin.....»»
New research deciphers biomineralization mechanism
Many organisms can produce minerals or mineralized tissue. A well-known example is nacre, which is used in jewelry because of its iridescent colors. Chemically speaking, its formation begins with a mollusk extracting calcium and carbonate ions from w.....»»
Shape-shifting protein study could advance new drug development
Proteins do the heavy lifting of performing biochemical functions in our bodies by binding to metabolites or other proteins to complete tasks. To do this successfully, protein molecules often shape-shift to allow specific binding interactions that ar.....»»
First look: Telly’s free TV just might be able to pull this off
It's good to be skeptical of Telly, a free TV with a secondary display that shows ads. But that doesn't change the fact that Telly offers a good experience......»»
The free Telly TV actually makes advertising look … good?
It's good to be skeptical of Telly, a free TV with a secondary display that shows ads. But that doesn't change the fact that Telly offers a good experience......»»
Unveiling the reproductive secrets of red-swamp crayfish
Procambarus clarkii is a crustacean species native to American freshwater bodies. Brought to Japan in the 1920s as a feed for frogs, this crustacean has slowly taken over the Japanese freshwaters by predation and propagation. In fact, in 2023, the re.....»»
Old stars may be the best places to search for life
Once upon a cosmic time, scientists assumed that stars apply an eternal magnetic brake, causing an endless slowdown of their rotation. With new observations and sophisticated methods, they have now peeked into a star's magnetic secrets and found that.....»»
Portable monitors could make foldable-screen gadgets finally make sense
Opinion: I'd rather have my secondary, portable screen fold than my phone or PC. Asus plans to release this foldable OLED monitor in 2024. Electronics retailer Abt Electronics.....»»
Secrets of a hot Saturn and its spotted star unlocked
A team of astronomers including McGill Professor Nicolas Cowan has unraveled the enigmatic atmosphere of the exoplanet HAT-P-18 b, shedding light on its intriguing blend of gases, clouds, and even the effects of its star's activity.....»»
Unlocking the secrets of strawberry aroma: The crucial role of FanCXE1 carboxylesterase in ester metabolism and ripening
Strawberries owe their distinctive flavor to a complex mixture of sugars, acids, and over 900 volatile compounds, primarily esters, which are produced and degraded by alcohol acyltransferases (AATs) and carboxylesterases (CXEs), respectively......»»
A novel strategy for extracting mycelial fibers for mushroom-based materials
Mycelial fibers, the fibrous cells found in fruiting mushroom bodies, have gained momentum as a sustainable material for making leather and packaging owing to their excellent formability. Recently, a team of researchers from Shinshu University, Japan.....»»
Researchers produce first macromolecular model of plant secondary cell wall
A multidisciplinary approach has enabled researchers with the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to quantitatively define the relative positioning and arrangement of the polymers in Populus wood and to cre.....»»
AuthLogParser: Open-source tool for analyzing Linux authentication logs
AuthLogParser is an open-source tool tailored for digital forensics and incident response, specifically crafted to analyze Linux authentication logs (auth.log). The tool examines the auth.log file, extracting crucial details like SSH logins, user cre.....»»
The (wrong) reason we keep secrets: Research finds fears of judgment are overblown
In and out of the workplace, people often keep adverse information about themselves secret because they worry that others will judge them harshly. But those fears are overblown, according to new research from the McCombs School of Business......»»
Cosmic chemistry unveils stellar dance: ALMA telescope discovers hidden orbit secrets
A team of international scientists, armed with the powerful ALMA telescope array in Chile, has unraveled the cosmic mysteries surrounding a dying star, revealing an intricate celestial dance shaped by unusual chemistry......»»
Unlocking the secrets of disease-causing fungus Aspergillus fumigatus
An international team of researchers, led by Professor Gustavo Goldman of the University of São Paulo and Maynooth University's Dr. Özgür Bayram, has unveiled ground-breaking findings on Aspergillus fumigatus, which can cause deadly disease in hum.....»»
Judge denies Apple a sanction it demanded on patent troll"s lawyer
Arendi S.A.R.L. has a lawsuit against Google that Apple isn't party to, but Apple tried and failed to sanction Arendi's counsel and witness for revealing trade secrets during the trial.Apple ParkArendi S.A.R.L. may ring a bell, as it has been involve.....»»
Cracking the secrets of virus "uncoating" may help fight infections
Influenza and other viruses pack their genetic material into a protein shell, which must be disassembled for the viruses to efficiently replicate. But how viruses "uncoat" their genes remains largely unknown. Now, Friedrich Miescher Institute researc.....»»
GTA 5 cheats: codes and phone numbers PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC
While GTA 5 may give players the keys to do nearly anything, these GTA 5 cheats and secrets will only expand upon the potential chaos that will ensue......»»
Deciphering molecular mysteries: New insights into metabolites that control aging and disease
In a significant advancement in the field of biochemistry, scientists at the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) and Cornell University have uncovered new insights into a family of metabolites, acylspermidines, that could change how we understand aging an.....»»