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Genetic contact tracing could help curb TB

The novel use of genetic contact tracing to identify the source of a bovine tuberculosis outbreak could signal a new approach in managing the disease, a study suggests......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagNov 2nd, 2021

Interactive map shows thresholds for coastal nuisance flooding

As sea levels rise around the world, communities in coastal areas are more frequently seeing the impact of routine high tide flooding. These incursions of sea water may weaken foundations and infrastructure, slow down traffic and curb business activi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Chromatin structure found to play a key role in canine social behavior evolution

A study on dogs found that chromatin's spatial structure has a significant role in the evolution of social behavior. Chromatin, the compact form of DNA, not only packages genetic material but also plays a crucial role in gene regulation......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Rising mercury pollution in soil could be related to climate change, study suggests

In 2017, the Minamata Convention on Mercury went into effect, designed to help curb mercury emissions and limit exposure across the globe. However, a new study of mercury levels in soil suggests that the treaty's provisions might not be enough. A stu.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Light-responsive gene regulation at the mRNA level

Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have established a new optogenetic approach that can control the bacterial production of proteins at the mRNA level using blue light. The new system gates the activation of the genetic substance particularly.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

How to create widgets for personal & emergency contacts on iPhone

Setting up widgets on your iPhone for contact and emergency information provides essential details at a glance without needing to unlock it. Here's how to do it and why it's helpful.How to create widgets for personal & emergency contacts on iPhoneAlt.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

New genetic editing technique can modify wild populations with less risk

A new technique developed by researchers from Macquarie University and the California Institute of Technology could allow scientists to more safely alter the genetic makeup of wild populations. The study is published in the journal Nature Communicati.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 13th, 2024

Steve Jobs" mega yacht bashed a billionaire"s boat in Italy

In what is possibly the slowest speed nautical crash ever, Steve Jobs' yacht struck another billionaire's vessel.Steve Jobs' Venus hits another yacht [Instagram/Ricardo Salinas Pliego]A pair of luxury yachts came into contact with each other off the.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 10th, 2024

Unlocking the genetic secrets of strawberries for superior fruit quality

Strawberries, treasured for their flavor and health benefits, have been at the forefront of breeding programs targeting enhanced sensory and nutritional profiles. Despite advances, the intricate genetic makeup of these fruits has complicated efforts.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 9th, 2024

Bacteria encode hidden genes outside their genome; do we?

Since the genetic code was first deciphered in the 1960s, our genes have seemed like an open book. By reading and decoding our chromosomes as linear strings of letters, like sentences in a novel, we can identify the genes in our genome and learn why.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Smooth sailing for eggplant: Breakthrough in understanding prickle formation

Scientists have discovered the gene responsible for prickles in eggplants, a trait that complicates farming. Using advanced genetic techniques, they identified the Prickly Eggplant (PE) gene on chromosome 6 and pinpointed SmLOG1 as the key factor......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Genetic study uncovers onion bulb shape, size secrets

A new study by the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences, University of Wisconsin details the genetic mechanisms influencing the shape and volume of onion bulbs, along with the effects of daylength on the bulbing process. This research provi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

What Is Angelman Syndrome? Everything to Know About the Rare Genetic Disorder Colin Farrell’s Son James Has

What Is Angelman Syndrome? Everything to Know About the Rare Genetic Disorder Colin Farrell’s Son James Has.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Breakthrough in molecular control: New bioinspired double helix with switchable chirality

The deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA, the molecular system that carries the genetic information of living organisms, can transcribe and amplify information using its two helical strands. Creating such artificial molecular systems that match or surpass DN.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Drone flights and 3D scans: Scientist uses cutting-edge tech to protect Madagascar"s vulnerable forests

In a new study published today in the journal Plants, People, Planet, scientist Jenny Williams from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, highlights how the use of drones can help curb the loss of Madagascar's biodiverse forests through illegal deforestati.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Researchers discover optimum twilight time for plant growth

A team of researchers has gained insight into the genetic processes underpinning how plants detect twilight and the role twilight plays in plant growth......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

Competition over millions of years preserves genetic diversity of three crustaceans

Hosts and their parasites are in constant competition. Through genetic diversity, the host can change in such a way that infection is no longer possible. However, the parasite adapts quickly—and the game starts all over again. This is also referred.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

Study analyzes potato-pathogen "arms race" after Irish potato famine

In an examination of the genetic material found in historic potato leaves, North Carolina State University researchers reveal more about the tit-for-tat evolutionary changes occurring in both potato plants and the pathogen that caused the 1840s Irish.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

The effects of whole genome duplication on the plant metabolome

Whole genome duplication (WGD) is a common mutation in plants with profound evolutionary potential. While it is well-known that an increase in genetic material can lead to larger cell sizes, the impact of gene dosage multiplication on the metabolome.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 2nd, 2024

Genetic mutation prompts "deadbeat dad" fish to start raising their offspring

University of Maryland researcher Cheng-Yu Li was in the lab one day when he noticed a fish with a protruding jaw: A telltale sign that it was incubating eggs in its mouth, keeping its offspring safe until they were big enough to swim solo......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 2nd, 2024

New DNA analysis helps bust 200-year-old royal conspiracy theory

A new genetic analysis by an international team of scientists has helped bust a popular 200-year-old myth surrounding Kaspar Hauser, whose identity became one of the most mysterious riddles in German history. The study is published in iScience as a p.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 1st, 2024