How "ice needles" weave patterns of stones in frozen landscapes
Nature is full of repeating patterns that are part of the beauty of our world. An international team, including a researcher from the University of Washington, used modern tools to explain repeating patterns of stones that form in cold landscapes......»»
Unlocking the secrets of chimerism: Plastid genes and the quest for variegation in the ornamental plant market
The global indoor plant market is burgeoning, with projections of reaching $7.27 billion by 2025. Chimeric plants, first noted in the 17th century, have become popular for their distinctive variegated patterns. These patterns are a product of the str.....»»
New computer code for mechanics of tissues and cells in three dimensions
Biological materials are made of individual components, including tiny motors that convert fuel into motion. This creates patterns of movement, and the material shapes itself with coherent flows by constant consumption of energy. Such continuously dr.....»»
Sigma Synthetic Fraud v4 uncovers multiplex synthetic-specific features
Socure has launched Sigma Synthetic Fraud v4. The product uses advanced machine learning and diverse, third-party and network feedback data to uncover patterns linked to insidious synthetic identity fraud. The Deloitte Center for Financial Services e.....»»
How to make flood-prone areas in New Jersey more resilient to climate change
For years, Rutgers ecologist Brooke Maslo has studied how to redesign flood-prone landscapes so they can best protect the communities they border from the ravages of swollen brooks and rivers and rising seas......»»
Frozen library of ancient ice tells tales of climate"s past
How was the air breathed by Caesar, the Prophet Mohammed or Christopher Columbus? A giant freezer in Copenhagen holds the answers, storing blocks of ice with atmospheric tales thousands of years old......»»
Deciphering grape development: A molecular phenology scale for grapevine berry maturation
Fruit development encompasses a series of physical, biochemical, and physiological shifts influenced by both genetic programming and environmental factors. The growth patterns of fruits like grapes are generally consistent within the same species, bu.....»»
Lofree Block Wireless Mechanical Keyboard review: Retro, with modern elements sprinkled throughout
The Lofree Block Wireless Mech Keyboard has upgraded internal specs but a traditional exterior, unlike modern keyboards with colorful keycaps and patterns.Lofree Block Wireless Mechanical KeyboardMechanical keyboards are becoming increasingly popular.....»»
Scientists Have Been Freezing Corals for Decades. Now They"re Learning How to Wake Them Up
Deep-frozen corals, cryopreserved in the hope of restoring ocean ecosystems, are growing up. Could the futuristic technique eventually save dying reefs?.....»»
Animals skin patterns are a matter of physics—research could improve medical diagnostics and synthetic materials
Patterns on animal skin, such as zebra stripes and poison frog color patches, serve various biological functions, including temperature regulation, camouflage and warning signals. The colors making up these patterns must be distinct and well separate.....»»
Molecular secrets behind "zigzag" hair patterns uncovered, offering an avenue for anti-aging solutions
RIKEN researchers have discovered how biological rhythms influence hair growth in mice. This finding could pave the way for novel anti-aging treatments in humans......»»
"Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" trailer reveals Bill Murray, Dan Akyroyd, and Ernie Hudson
"Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," the sequel to "Ghostbusters: Afterlife," hits theaters March 29. The Ghostbusters are back, and they're facing their greatest threat yet: climate change. (Kind of.)In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, a new threat know.....»»
New York falls under a spectral “death chill” in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire teaser
"The last thing you see is your own tear ducts freezing up." The Spengler family returns to their New York City roots to battle an evil force in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. A mysterious evil force has put New York City into a deadl.....»»
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire trailer brings a chill to NYC
The first trailer for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire brings the new team to New York City just in time for a supernatural arctic blast that may freeze the city......»»
How animals get their stripes and spots
Nature has no shortage of patterns, from spots on leopards to stripes on zebras and hexagons on boxfish. But a full explanation for how these patterns form has remained elusive......»»
Overcoming the climate crisis with trade-based strategies
Global warming is making weather patterns more extreme and increasing inequalities across regions. However, economic growth is still possible, with economies showing a range of responses to the impacts of global heating......»»
Former head of NASA’s climate group issues dire warning on warming
Conclusion that decrease in aerosol pollution will drive temps higher sparks backlash. Enlarge (credit: Alexandros Maragos / Getty Images) During the past year, the needles on the climate dashboard for global ice melt, h.....»»
Researcher: Amazon a time bomb for emergence of diseases with pandemic potential due to deforestation and climate change
Home to the greatest biodiversity on the planet, the Amazon is also a ticking time bomb for the emergence or resurgence of diseases with pandemic potential. This is because environmental degradation and altered landscapes are important factors in thi.....»»
New study reveals overlooked driver of biodiversity across landscapes: Conditions during plant establishment
How can so many different species coexist in an ecosystem? In a new study published in Ecology, researchers from Holden Forests & Gardens, the University of California, Davis, and Southern Oregon University reveal an under-appreciated driver of diver.....»»
Astronauts test new moon camera for upcoming Artemis mission
In preparation for NASA's next crewed moon landing, astronauts have been testing a brand new camera on the lunar-like landscapes of Lanzarote, Spain......»»
The intricate mechanisms of epigenetic silencing
Epigenetic silencing, which involves the suppression of gene activity, is a fascinating and increasingly influential branch of biological sciences. It allows cells to remember and maintain specific gene expression patterns throughout development and.....»»