How diet controls RNA maturation
Particularly sensitive to chemical modifications, mRNAs are molecules responsible for transmitting the information encoded in our genome, allowing for the synthesis of proteins. Two teams have focused on a specific type of chemical modification - cal.....»»
Ghanaians love rice—how smallholder farmers could harvest more of it with the help of machines
Rice has become a big part of Ghanaians' daily diet. The country consumes about 1.45 million tons a year—but produces only 987,000 tons, approximately 68% of that......»»
Precision agriculture research identifies gene that controls production of flowers and fruits in pea plants
The end of the reproductive period, when flowers and fruits are produced, is a crucial moment in plants' life cycles. However, the factors that control this process must be better understood......»»
New molecular device unlocks potential for targeted drug delivery and self-healing materials
In a new breakthrough that could revolutionize medical and material engineering, scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind molecular device that controls the release of multiple small molecules using force......»»
Strategies for secure identity management in hybrid environments
In this Help Net Security interview, Charlotte Wylie, SVP and Deputy CSO at Okta, discusses the challenges of managing user identities across hybrid IT environments. She emphasizes balancing and adopting comprehensive security controls, including clo.....»»
Why are there so many species of beetles?
Diet played a key role in the evolution of the vast beetle family tree. Enlarge (credit: Laurie Rubin via Getty) Caroline Chaboo’s eyes light up when she talks about tortoise beetles. Like gems, they exist in myriad br.....»»
Microsoft is testing user-controlled RAM limits for Microsoft Edge browser
RAM controls seem intended mostly for PC gamers who want to free up memory. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) Old-school user-controlled memory management is back, baby! Or at least it's a feature Microsoft is testing in the n.....»»
Small birds spice up the already diverse diet of spotted hyenas in Namibia
Spotted hyenas are known for hunting (or scavenging) larger mammals such as antelopes and occasionally feed on smaller mammals and reptiles. Being flexible in the choice of prey is a strategy of generalists—and this even extends to small passerine.....»»
Apple wants a Magic Mouse you can tilt for more controls
Forty years after it popularized the mouse, Apple is researching a replacement that users can tilt or take off the desk entirely to move their cursor around.Future Magic Mouse designs could include the ability to tilt in order to control further func.....»»
Food matters: Healthy diets increase the economic and physical feasibility of 1.5°C target
A new study published in Science Advances finds that a more sustainable, flexitarian diet increases the feasibility of the Paris Agreement climate goals in different ways......»»
CyberArk Secure Browser helps prevent breaches resulting from cookie theft
CyberArk launched CyberArk Secure Browser, an identity-centric secure browser, providing enhanced security and privacy alongside a familiar, productive user experience. Backed by intelligent privilege controls and simple to deploy across devices, Cyb.....»»
Discovery of amino acid unveils how light makes stomata open in plants
Scientists from Nagoya University have discovered a novel regulatory mechanism that controls the opening of stomata in plants, which is crucial for harnessing solar energy through photosynthesis. The team uncovered the role of phosphorylation at the.....»»
Pangolins in Africa: Expert unpacks why millions have been traded illegally and what can be done about it
Pangolins are fascinating creatures known for their unique appearance and distinctive scales. They are mammals belonging to the order Pholidota and are native to Africa and Asia. Due to their primary diet of ants and termites, pangolins are often ref.....»»
ChromeOS update lets you control which apps can see your location
In addition to protecting your privacy, Google is adding more granular app controls for your microphone and webcam......»»
Tufin Orchestration Suite R24-1 enhances cloud security and compliance
Tufin released of Tufin Orchestration Suite (TOS) version R24-1. The latest additions to Tufin’s solution enhance customers’ ability to manage cloud security controls from a centralized interface, making security policy management more effective......»»
The Keys to a Long Life Are Sleep and a Better Diet—and Money
Nobel Prize–winning biologist Venki Ramakrishnan explores the science and charlatans of life-extension......»»
New discovery reveals how the egg controls sperm entry
After the egg has been fertilized by a sperm, the surrounding egg coat tightens, mechanically preventing the entry of additional sperm and the ensuing death of the embryo. This is according to a new study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet a.....»»
Future iPhone may get displays and controls on the edges
Apple has been granted a patent for technology that could bring displays and controls to the sides of devices like the iPhone or iPad.This patent illustration shows potential locations Apple could add displays and tactile controls.Apple's patent migh.....»»
Parallels Desktop updated with better gaming performance & improved Clipboard
Parallels Desktop now improves clipboard syncing between the Mac and Windows or Linux virtual machines, fixes some game graphics bugs, and gives users more customization controls.Following an update earlier this year to bring full Windows 11 support.....»»
Parallels Desktop updated with clipboard, game improvements, more
Parallels Desktop now improves clipboard syncing between the Mac and Windows or Linux virtual machines, fixes some game graphics bugs, and gives users more customization controls.Following an update earlier this year to bring full Windows 11 support.....»»
Pathlock CAC helps SAP customers comply with regulations
Pathlock intorduced its SAP application and data security product suite, Cybersecurity Application Controls (CAC). The release is part of Pathlock’s vision to help SAP customers establish a zero-risk approach to identity and application access.....»»