Flow of sweetness: Key sugar transporters identified for enhanced camellia seed growth
Seed development is crucial for plant reproduction and crop yield, largely dependent on efficient sugar transport and metabolism. In many plants, the detailed mechanisms of sugar import remain unclear, despite extensive research on model species......»»
The social cost of carbon: Study finds current estimates omit key effects
The social cost of carbon—an important figure that global policymakers use to analyze the benefits of climate and energy policies—is too low, according to a study led by the University of California, Davis......»»
Wildfire risk climbs as trees reclaim eastern US landscapes
The eastern U.S. has more trees and shrubs than three decades ago. This growth, driven by processes such as tree and understory infilling in unmanaged forests, is helping fuel wildfires, contributing to changing fire regimes in the eastern half of th.....»»
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NASA sees progress on Starlab commercial space station development
A NASA-funded commercial space station, Starlab, recently completed four key developmental milestones, marking substantial progress in the station's design and operational readiness......»»
Climate change could overwhelm sewage systems. Here"s how green infrastructure could help
Aside from hotter summers and melting glaciers, climate change is transforming how, when and where rain falls. This challenges much of the world's sewer systems, especially with the added strains of population growth and increased urbanization......»»
Researchers reveal OT-specific malware in use and in development
Malware that’s made specifically to target industrial control systems (ICS), Internet of Things (IoT) and operational technology (OT) control devices is still rare, but in the last few weeks security researchers have identified two salient thre.....»»
Genetic test will help safeguard quinoa from downy mildew
Quinoa's grain-like seed offers a flavorful, nutrition-packed addition to soups, salads and side dishes, as well as ingredient for cereals, snacks and pasta. But in order for this versatile seed to get from farm field to table, quinoa growers must be.....»»
Apple @ Work Podcast: Mac enterprise growth continues to surge
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Patients whose allergies cause the sniffles have different fungi living in their noses, scientists discover
Nearly a quarter of Portuguese adults have allergies that cause a runny nose. This respiratory disease, formally called allergic rhinitis and frequently associated with asthma, is a common problem around the world, and the upper airway is a key targe.....»»
Scientists reveal characteristics of Salmonella dry surface biofilm
Food scientists at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have revealed key characteristics of the foodborne pathogen Salmonella dry surface biofilm (DSB), a previously overlooked type of biofilm that commonly exists in dry food processing enviro.....»»
Threat of abrupt mortality events keeps endangered monkey population at risk, despite decades of growth
Despite the population being almost four times larger than it was in 1982, a new study published in the journal Ecology suggests the northern muriqui monkeys remain at risk, especially in the face of ongoing habitat disturbances......»»
iOS 18.3 adding Home app support for robot vacuums, per beta
Apple released iOS 18.3 beta 1 today for developers, five days after shipping iOS 18.2 to the public. One change in the new update is Home app support coming for a key new device category. more….....»»
Apple’s foldable iPad could be the dream all-in-one I’ve always wanted
Rumors have once again surfaced of Apple developing a large foldable iPad. But now we have some new details, and as a heavy iPad user I’m very excited—though several key questions remain. more….....»»
Apple Sports app gets four new features, including Live Activity scheduling
Apple Sports was launched earlier this year as a dedicated app for iPhone users to track sports. It’s received regular updates all year, and today there’s a new version available that adds four key new features. more….....»»
Scientists can now predict how climate change will alter plant growth cycles
On February 2, 1887, residents of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, consulted a large rodent regarding the arrival of spring, marking the first official celebration of Groundhog Day. According to Rob Guralnick, curator of biodiversity informatics at the Fl.....»»
Video: The strange chemistry of Mexican Coke
Mexican Coke tastes different than American Coke; after all, it's sweetened using cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup......»»
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Watch SpaceX fire up Starship spacecraft engines ahead of 7th test flight
As part of key tests for the Starship's seventh test flight, SpaceX has test fired the spacecraft's engines at the Starbase facility in Texas......»»
Report: Apple designing all new Magic Mouse, fixing charge port placement
According to the latest edition of Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter, Apple is working on a fully redesigned , focusing on key criticisms of the existing product. more….....»»
AirTag 2 to be far more useful, thanks to major improvement in one key area
According to AirTag from up to 3x the distance as the current model. more….....»»