Highlights of the day: VIS mulling 12-inch fab
Expanding 8-inch wafer fabs is now harder than 12-inch ones, and specialty IC foundry VIS is mulling restarting a 12-inch fab plan it had shelved a few years ago in favor of acquiring an 8-inch fab. Demand for ABF substrates has been growing fast, wi.....»»
Study highlights need to keep an eye on the ozone hole
Despite public perception, the Antarctic ozone hole has been remarkably massive and long-lived over the past four years, University of Otago researchers believe chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) aren't the only things to blame......»»
The hidden obstacles to integrating AI into your business
A mere 14% of organizations globally are fully prepared to deploy and leverage AI-powered technologies, according to Cisco. The report highlights companies’ preparedness to utilize and deploy AI, showcasing critical gaps across key business pil.....»»
Study highlights importance of not investigating exon splicing in isolation
A study published in the journal Function highlights the importance of not investigating exon splicing in isolation. Exon splicing is the process by which introns are removed from pre-mRNA and exons are spliced back together......»»
Study highlights need for increased transparency, precision in estimation of costs associated with biological invasions
Numerous studies have analyzed the financial implications associated with the control and impact of invasive alien species. The varied methodologies employed in assessing the monetary costs, the diverse categories of costs reported, and the varying s.....»»
Apple @ Work: IDC report highlights how security has become Apple’s trojan horse in the enterprise
Apple at Work is brought to you by SimpleMDM: Check out SimpleMDM and discover the limitless possibilities of SimpleMDM’s powerful API. Whether you want to automate tasks or integrate SimpleMDM into your existing infrastructure, the API offers t.....»»
Study highlights need for enhanced tropical cyclone identification and simulation in climate models
Tropical cyclones in the western North Pacific (WNP) stand as formidable natural forces, wreaking havoc on Earth and posing significant challenges to disaster preparedness. As we grapple with the uncertainties of future projections for WNP tropical c.....»»
Non-native diversity mirrors Earth"s biodiversity: Study highlights potential for future waves of invasive species
Human trade and transport have led to the intentional and accidental introductions of non-native species outside of their natural range globally. These biological invasions can cause extinctions, cost trillions, and spread diseases. A study from the.....»»
Apple highlights Apple Pay card balance feature in UK, as it begins slow US rollout
Apple is today highlighting an Apple Pay card balance feature in the UK after it was expanded to 10 banks and finance companies there. It’s likely to quickly come to other UK brands – as well as rolling out in European Union countries – whil.....»»
Bear genes show circadian rhythms even during hibernation
The internal clocks of grizzly bears appear to keep ticking through hibernation, according to a genetic study. This persistence highlights the strong role of circadian rhythms in the metabolism of many organisms including humans......»»
Research highlights data gap in SARS-CoV-2 cases in animals
COVID-19 in animals? The question got lost in the shuffle during the ongoing global pandemic. Research on SARS-CoV-2 has primarily focused on its implications for humans, despite the virus most likely being a zoonosis, a disease transmitted from anim.....»»
Study highlights 4 strategies to overcome barriers to prescribed fire in the west
Prescribed fire, which mimics natural fire regimes, can help improve forest health and reduce the likelihood of catastrophic wildfire. But this management tool is underused in the fire-prone U.S. West and Baja California, Mexico, due to several barri.....»»
Do extracurricular activities always give children a head start? Research says maybe not
In China, there is an old saying, "Don't let your children lose on the starting line." It highlights parents' desire to jumpstart their child's early development. Especially in recent years, parents have become increasingly anxious about their childr.....»»
New report outlines microbial solutions to mediate methane emissions
The American Academy of Microbiology has released a new report, The Role of Microbes in Mediating Methane Emissions. The report highlights recommendations to further the scientific community's understanding of microbial processes of methane productio.....»»
B&H launches early Black Friday Apple deals & highlights include $200 off M3 MacBook Pro, $1,799 Mac Studio
B&H Photo is making a solid case for being your one-stop-shop for holiday gift buying with a handful of discounts on Apple hardware that make high-performance more affordable.Massive savings up to $1,900 from B&H Photo.The discounts available from B&.....»»
New study highlights need to address risk of continued global warming after net zero
From scorching heat waves to torrential downpours and devastating storms, the disastrous effects of global warming are sweeping across the world. Considering the predicted outcome of burning fossil fuels, our best and only plan to limit warming is to.....»»
US studying 2,786 megahertz of spectrum to fuel “next-generation” services
White House highlights five spectrum bands, hopes to avoid interference fights. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Jaiz Anuar) The Biden administration is studying 2,786 megahertz of spectrum that could be reallocated for p.....»»
Apple highlights research into diabetes, activity and menstrual cycles
Data from Apple research programs and the Apple Watch have been used to study the impact of both general activity and menstrual cycles on the glucose levels of diabetics.Apple WatchAhead of World Diabetes Day on November 14, Apple and researchers fro.....»»
New spotlight highlights how Google’s Chromebook Plus could be great for gamers
Recently, Google launched a new standard of Chromebooks called Chromebook Plus, which might be an ideal laptop if you’re into gaming. The post New spotlight highlights how Google’s Chromebook Plus could be great for gamers appeared first on Phand.....»»
October Consumer Food Insights Report highlights Thanksgiving meal plans
Nearly eight in 10 Americans will celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with a special meal, according to the October 2023 Consumer Food Insights Report......»»
Beware of BlueNoroff: Mac users targeted with new malware variant
Security researchers have pulled the curtain back on what appears to be a variant of the infamous RustBucket malware that targets macOS systems. What was first detected earlier in April, a new report from Jamf Threat Labs highlights how this attack.....»»