High-resolution images of RSV may expose stubborn virus"s weak points
The complex shape of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is one hurdle limiting the development of treatments for an infection that leads to hospitalization or worse for hundreds of thousands of people in the United States each year, according to the C.....»»
How to apply Quartz filters in macOS when saving images in Preview
Core Graphics provides default image filters for quick special effects. Here's how to save image files in Preview for macOS with effects.Use Quartz image filters in macOS's Preview app to apply special effects to images.Apple's Core Graphics (Quartz).....»»
Capybaras found dead from rabies on Brazilian island underline need to monitor virus
Three capybaras (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) died from rabies on Anchieta Island in the municipality of Ubatuba, São Paulo state, Brazil, between December 2019 and January 2020. One was found dead, and two exhibited hindlimb paralysis before dying. A.....»»
Nature"s instructions: How fungi make a key medicinal molecule
For roughly a century, ever since Alexander Fleming's accidental discovery of penicillin in 1928, fungi have proven to be a goldmine for medicines. They've provided treatments for a wide range of diseases, from infections and high cholesterol to orga.....»»
New radar algorithm reveals hidden dance of ionospheric plasma
At night, charged particles from the sun caught by Earth's magnetosphere rain down into the atmosphere. The impacting particles rip electrons from atoms in the atmosphere, creating both beauty and chaos. These high-energy interactions cause the north.....»»
Fluorination strategy unlocks graphene"s potential for optoelectronic and energy applications
Researchers from Tohoku University and collaborators have developed a weak fluorination strategy to address the zero-bandgap limitation of graphene. Details of the research were published in the journal Applied Physics Letters......»»
Flying this holiday season? Here"s why air travel makes us so cranky—and what to do about it
The holidays are coming, airports are packed and emotions are running high. You've probably seen it or even been part of it: that tense moment when a passenger snaps at a flight attendant, or a near-meltdown over a seat reclining too far. Why does fl.....»»
Syphilis had its roots in the Americas, archaeological bone study suggests
In spring 1495, the Italian campaign of Charles VIII of France was interrupted by an intense outbreak of an apparently unknown illness—a disease of high mortality that quickly engulfed the whole of Europe and left its survivors with life-changing i.....»»
No parachute needed: New typhoon observation device demonstrates high accuracy in field test
Researchers in Japan have demonstrated the high accuracy of their newly developed typhoon observation device, which is designed to drop from an aircraft into the eye of a typhoon. The results are published in the journal Scientific Online Letters on.....»»
These fan favorite Beats headphones are 50% off right now
The Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones, which offer high-resolution lossless audio and a 50-hour battery life, are available from Amazon at 50% off -- just $100!.....»»
This 1080p projector is on sale for a very affordable $50
The Groview 1080p Projector, which can project images as large as 300 inches, is on sale from Walmart with a huge $150 discount, bringing its price down to $50......»»
Permafrost thaw impacts alpine runoff and water retention
Permafrost, a unique geological phenomenon found in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and other high-altitude cold regions, significantly influences the generation of runoff and hydrological processes in frozen watersheds. Its ability to retain water differ.....»»
Antarctica"s tipping points threaten global climate stability
Antarctica is approaching a series of cascading tipping points that could reshape ecosystems and intensify global climate disruptions, according to a new study by an international team of scientists, including researchers from the University of Tasma.....»»
Image: Artemis II core stage moves to High Bay 2
In this image from Dec. 11, 2024, the 212-foot-tall SLS (Space Launch System) core stage is lowered into High Bay 2 at the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. With the move to High Bay 2, NASA and Boeing technicians n.....»»
In standup comedy class, student joy is the punchline
Katherine Cai is on stage, reminiscing about high school......»»
Kali Linux 2024.4 released! 14 new shiny tools added
Kali Linux 2024.4 includes a broad set of updates and changes. The summary of the changelog since the 2024.3 release from September: Python 3.12 – New default Python version (Au revoir pip, hello pipx). The end of the i386 kernel and images .....»»
RunSafe Security Platform enhances risk management with automation
RunSafe Security has released the RunSafe Security Platform that automates risk identification, exploit prevention, and runtime software monitoring. Now, developers can generate a high-fidelity software bill of materials (SBOM) at build time, ensurin.....»»
Google’s new AI lets users generate images easier
Google has unveiled its new Whisk AI that lets users generate images simply by dragging and dropping them into the prompt. The post Google’s new AI lets users generate images easier appeared first on Phandroid. Thanks to AI, generating i.....»»
Balancing security and user experience to improve fraud prevention strategies
In this Help Net Security interview, Jennifer White, Senior Director for Banking and Payments Intelligence at J.D. Power, discusses how financial institutions can improve customer satisfaction during fraud resolution, covering proactive fraud prevent.....»»
I tried out Google’s latest AI tool that generates images in a fun, new way
Google's new AI tool, Whisk, generates images using only other images without requiring text prompts......»»
EVgo set to build 7,500 new public fast-charging stalls across the U.S.
The Department of Energy finalized a $1.25 billion loan to EVgo, the U.S. operator of EV charge points, for the construction of 7,500 new fast-charging stalls......»»