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Global study points to a clear solution for the massive decline in sharks and rays

A new global study blames overfishing for a more than 50% decline in sharks and rays since 1970, but also shows a clear path to preventing their numbers dwindling further. James Cook University's Professor Colin Simpfendorfer was co-author of the ana.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgDec 5th, 2024

Study explores how fear impacts financial health of airline industry

A new study reveals how news and external uncertainties, like rising investor fear and geopolitical risks, affect the financial performance of airline companies. By analyzing airline equity returns, researchers found that some shocks have long-term e.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Study identifies pathways to enforce First Nation-led cultural heritage protection

A new research collaboration between the K'ómoks First Nation and Simon Fraser University highlights how Indigenous cultural heritage policies can protect archaeological sites threatened by development, given inadequate provincial heritage protectio.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Deals: M4 iPad Pro $400 off, Magic Keyboard $113 off, Apple Solo Loops from $17, Find My gear, more

The post-Black Friday deals roll on today with our headliner that delivers a massive $400 price drop on Apple’s 2TB 13-inch M4 iPad Pro – this one likely won’t last long. From there, we move over to as much as $113 in savings on the latest M4 i.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Study shows chimpanzees perform the same complex behaviors that have brought humans success

A new study suggests that the fundamental abilities underlying human language and technological culture may have evolved before humans and apes diverged millions of years ago. The findings were published 5 December 2024 in the journal PeerJ......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Neanderthals and modern humans must be classed as separate species to best track our origins, study claims

A new study published by researchers at London's Natural History Museum and Institute of Philosophy, KU Leuven has reinforced the claim that Neanderthals and modern-day humans (Homo sapiens) must be classed as separate species in order to best track.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Proposed wastewater release into Cape Cod Bay likely to remain for at least one month, study finds

Scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) investigating the pathways of the proposed wastewater discharge from the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS) find it has a high probability of remaining in Cape Cod Bay for at least one m.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Study investigating climate change models suggests impact studies should include high-sensitivity climate models

High-sensitivity climate models should not be excluded when projecting future regional climate impacts because the level of warming measured globally is not always the only good indicator of regional changes, a new study suggests......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Longitudinal study reveals ethnic studies boosts critical thinking, equity awareness in high school students

High school students enrolled in ethnic studies develop the ability to think analytically about the causes of social inequalities, a University of Michigan study suggests......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

How our view of science changes: Study tracks attitudes from adolescence to adulthood

Science fascinates us as children and challenges us as adults, a 33-year study by University of Michigan researchers reveals......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Peer-brokered sales central to illegal drug trade

The thought of illegal drug sales evokes images of deals done on shady street corners. But a new study from Case Western Reserve University exposes a critical but underreported element of the illegal drug market: so-called "peer-brokered" sales......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Bitcoin hits $100,000

Trump-fueled crypto rally rages on as bitcoin hits new high. Late Wednesday, bitcoin hit $100,000—a major milestone for the cryptocurrency, which has been experiencing a massive.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Mitek Digital Fraud Defender combats AI generated fraud

Mitek announced Digital Fraud Defender (DFD), an advanced, multi-layered solution to safeguard digital identity verification processes against sophisticated AI-enabled fraud tactics. Designed for financial institutions, fintech, online gaming provide.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Tenable Patch Management prevents problematic updates

Tenable released Tenable Patch Management, an autonomous patch solution built to close vulnerability exposures in a unified solution. A strategic partnership and integration with Adaptiva provides the foundation of the solution. Vulnerability remedia.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Screening study explores risks of chemical exposure from household products

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) collaborated with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to characterize the chemical makeup of 81 common household items. Researchers also evaluated the potential risk to users......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

AI fact checks can increase belief in false headlines, study finds

Although many tech companies and start-ups have touted the potential of automated fact-checking services powered by artificial intelligence to stem the rising tide of online misinformation, a new study led by researchers at Indiana University has fou.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Engineered enzymes may help plants adapt to higher temperatures

As global temperatures rise, it's imperative that plants can adapt to new and changing conditions. Michigan State University researchers from the Walker lab are looking at ways to give plants an assist. More specifically, their research aims to help.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

A path towards applying topology in quantum computing

Can insights from topology—the study of the properties of 3D objects that persist when an object is stretched or compressed—be applied in the field of quantum information processing? Juan Lin, Shou-Bang Yang, Fan Wu, and Zhen-Biao Yang, researche.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Unique microbial communities discovered beneath frozen surface of Antarctica"s Lake Enigma

An international team of polar researchers has found several types of microbiota living in the water below the frozen surface of Antarctica's Lake Enigma. In their study, published in the journal Communications Earth & Environment, group members vent.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Scientists exploit photo-induced chirality in thin films to improve authentication tech

In today's world, the fight against counterfeiting is more critical than ever. Counterfeiting affects about 3% of global trade, posing significant risks to the economy and public safety. From fake pharmaceuticals to counterfeit currency, the need for.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Stellantis denies hiring Apple"s Luca Maestri to solve its massive problems

Netherlands car firm Stellantis may be best known for buying Jeep, Dodge, Ram, and Chrysler, but it says it is definitely not buying ex-Apple CFO Luca Maestri.Luca Maestri — image credit: AppleStellantis cars waited until its shares rose before den.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024