Harnessing rainwater for self-sufficient veggie gardens in Adelaide
With the rising cost of living and vegetables becoming more expensive, University of Adelaide research has found that 65 percent of Adelaide homes can grow enough vegetables to become self-sufficient by using their own rainwater......»»
California and Florida advertised perfect climates in the 1900s. Today, they lead the country in climate change risks
Images of orange groves and Spanish-themed hotels with palm tree gardens filled countless pamphlets and articles promoting Southern California and Florida in the late 19th century, promising escape from winter's reach......»»
Oh, deer: In US capital, "Bambi" is increasingly unwelcome
To some, they are a magical sight to behold in the heart of the city—to others a pest that eats through their gardens, endangers traffic and helps spread tick-borne diseases......»»
Uncovering a privacy-preserving approach to machine learning
In the era of data-driven decision making, businesses are harnessing the power of machine learning (ML) to unlock valuable insights, gain operational efficiencies, and solidify competitive advantage. Although recent developments in generative artific.....»»
Research team leverages power of ribosomes to develop chemical libraries
A research team led by University of California, Irvine scientists has developed an innovative method for quickly and efficiently creating vast collections of chemical compounds used in drug discovery by harnessing the power of ribosomes, the molecul.....»»
Grow-your-own households eat more fruit and vegetables while wasting less, research suggests
Household fruit and vegetable production, in allotments and gardens, could be key to a healthy and food-secure population, a new study from the University of Sheffield has found......»»
Bees helped make San Diego one of the country"s most biodiverse places: The city plans to return the favor.
San Diego may soon have more rooftop green spaces and community gardens as part of a new campaign to boost the shrinking population of local bees, which serve as crucial pollinators needed to sustain agriculture and ecotourism......»»
Urban great tits have paler plumage than their forest-living relatives
Known for their striking yellow breast feathers and distinctive song, great tits are a common sight in gardens and countryside alike. Now, new research has revealed that some great tits may be more brightly colored that others, with urban birds found.....»»
Advancing 2D materials: Achieving the goal with UV-assisted atomic layer deposition
In 2004, the public first became acquainted with graphene- a remarkably thin, flexible, and electrically conductive material possessing considerable strength. However, harnessing graphene's potential as a component has presented numerous challenges......»»
TSMC concerned over labor shortages for new plant in Germany
As Apple's processor supplier TSMC nears completion on its Arizona iPhone plant, it is expected to begin work on a German one — but doubts there is a sufficient labor force there.Workers outside a TSMC plantTSMC bosses have previously blamed a lack.....»»
Sea urchins are struggling to "grip" as climate change alters ecosystems
When you are driving through a rain storm, traction is key. If your tires lack sufficient tread, your vehicle will slip and slide, and you won't have the grip needed to maneuver safely. When torrential rains hit near-shore, shallow water ecosystems,.....»»
Donors give more when asked to help people get back on their feet instead of meeting immediate needs, research finds
Charities that provide social services such as medical care or after-school programs should consider emphasizing how their efforts can help their clients become more self-sufficient, my research findings suggest......»»
Researchers explore use of AI to improve COVID-19 drug design
Discovering and developing drugs can be slow, costly and high-risk, but harnessing advances in artificial intelligence (AI) can help with these processes, say Brock University researchers......»»
Harnessing the power of light: Advancements in photonic memory for faster optical computing
Technological advancements like autonomous driving and computer vision are driving a surge in demand for computational power. Optical computing, with its high throughput, energy efficiency, and low latency, has garnered considerable attention from ac.....»»
Being proactive alone is not a shortcut to good leadership, says study
New research from the University of Adelaide demonstrates that being proactive could earn an individual a leadership position, but merely being proactive alone does not make for a good leader......»»
Apple is the worst tech firm for losing staff, claims flawed report
New employment research says the technology industry is the poorest for retaining staff and Apple struggles the most — but the analysis is close to nonsense.Staff retention is genuinely an issue, and Apple has had sufficient problems with it that f.....»»
Key factors for effective security automation
Harnessing the potential of automation in cybersecurity is key to maintaining a robust defense against ever-evolving threats. Still, this approach comes with its own unique challenges. In this Help Net Security interview, Oliver Rochford, Chief Futur.....»»
Unraveling a protein that may inspire a new biotechnology tool
Scientists have unraveled the step-by-step activation process of a protein with a deep evolutionary history in all domains of life, opening the door to harnessing its functions for use as a biotechnology tool......»»
Harnessing materials and mechanics science for a sustainable future
Cutting-edge materials science and engineering play a key role in clean energy conversion. Sustainable development sets the goal for researchers across disciplines, requiring active collaborations to optimize impacts. Dr. Xiao Zhang, Assistant Profes.....»»
Shellfish reefs improve marine biodiversity
Local shellfish including native razorfish and flat oysters, and feral pacific oysters, are showing strong ecosystem benefits for marine species within the Port River estuary ecosystem in Adelaide—with Flinders University researchers also discoveri.....»»
OpenText Cloud Editions 23.3 helps customers interconnect and exchange insights across clouds
OpenText released its latest OpenText Cloud Editions (CE) 23.3, harnessing advanced technologies and innovations that seamlessly integrate AI and analytics capabilities across the portfolio. Building upon the success of Project Titanium, CE 23.3 mark.....»»