How the humble slime mold helped physicists map the cosmic web
Despite similarities, "We don't think the universe was created by a giant slime mold." Enlarge / A reconstruction of the cosmic web— a vast network of filamentary structures of matter spanning the universe—modeled on the growth patterns of.....»»
New insights on how bird flu crosses the species barrier
In recent years, public health measures, surveillance, and vaccination have helped bring about significant progress in reducing the impact of seasonal flu epidemics, caused by human influenza viruses A and B. However, a possible outbreak of avian inf.....»»
Exposing myths about ballot collection on Native American reservations
Third-party collection of mail-in ballots has helped rural residents and those with disabilities to vote, yet the practice has become contentious and the target of laws aimed at restricting it......»»
How some states help residents avoid costly debt during hard times
A new national study provides the best evidence to date that generous unemployment insurance benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic helped reduce reliance on high-cost credit use......»»
Physicists uncover new phenomena in fractional quantum Hall effects
Imagine a two-dimensional flatland, instead of our three-dimensional world, where the rules of physics are turned on their head and particles like electrons defy expectations to reveal new secrets. That's exactly what a team of researchers, including.....»»
Why do plants wiggle? New study provides answers
In a new study, physicists from the United States and Israel may have gotten to the bottom of a quirky behavior of growing plants—and a mystery that intrigued Charles Darwin himself during the later decades of his life......»»
Cars Commerce helped dealers cope in wake of CDK cyberattacks
CEO Alex Vetter said Cars Commerce helped find creative solutions for dealers, even as the CDK Global cyberattacks affected his own business initiatives......»»
Cosmic count exceeds expectation: Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer on ISS reveals surplus of cosmic rays
Cosmic rays confound scientists once again. The latest analysis of data collected by the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS) on board the International Space Station has revealed a surprising surplus of cosmic rays made of deuterons—atomic nuclei mad.....»»
A galactic "comet" called Terzan 5 illuminates a 100-year-old puzzle about cosmic rays
When my colleagues and I set to work on a century-old cosmic mystery, we found an unexpected celestial laboratory in Terzan 5, a dense star cluster currently plunging through our galaxy at breakneck speed......»»
3-store dealership group Pillar streamlines accounts receivable with software
Shifting to a software-based process helped the small Ohio and Pennsylvania car dealership group Pillar Automotive streamline accounting staff and strengthen oversight......»»
3-store dealership group Pillar streamlined accounts receivable with software
Shifting to a software-based process helped the small Ohio and Pennsylvania car dealership group Pillar Automotive streamline accounting staff and strengthen oversight......»»
From fungi to pharmaceuticals: A milestone for the production of eutyscoparol A and violaceoid C
The natural world is rich in chemical compounds with remarkable medicinal properties. A notable example is penicillin, discovered by chance from the Penicillium mold. This discovery revolutionized the treatment of bacterial infections and highlighted.....»»
You can kick the alpha tires on System76’s Cosmic, a new Linux desktop
A whole new desktop aims to appeal with tiling, themes, and a safer Rust core. Enlarge / A little auto-tiling on the Cosmic desktop. (credit: System76) System76 has released an alpha version of its Cosmic desktop environ.....»»
Image: Upper Lake Powell area in Utah
Erosion, tectonic uplift, and a human-built dam have all helped shape the Upper Lake Powell area in Utah......»»
Slime Mold Helps to Map the Universe’s Tendrils of Dark Matter
A single-celled organism’s pathfinding reveals connections in the universe’s vast “cosmic web”.....»»
iPad Pro updates ignite consumer interest, giving a giant boost to sales
Customers are opting for the high-end iPad Pro models, driving an increase in sales and renewed interest in Apple's tablet line.iPad Pro refresh helped Apple beat earnings expectationsIn May 2024, Apple launched new iPad Pro and iPad Air models, feat.....»»
Tahiti"s rahui tradition has helped revive ecosystems—including near the Olympics surfing venue
During their days on Tahiti's turquoise ocean some years ago, fishers noticed their catches—and the fish inside—were getting smaller......»»
Observations confirm plasma bubble origin of persistent radio emissions from fast radio bursts
Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) are one of the most recent open mysteries of modern astrophysics. Within a few milliseconds, these powerful events release an immense amount of energy, among the highest observable in cosmic phenomena......»»
This AI humanoid robot helped assemble BMWs at US factory
BMW has no timeline to integrate humanoid robots into its production lines. Enlarge / This is the Figure 02, a new humanoid robot that recently tried its hand(s) at assembling BMW chassis in South Carolina. (credit: BMW).....»»
Basketball legend credits Apple Watch"s persistence for making him see a heart doctor
It was only after repeated warnings of atrial fibrilliation from his Apple Watch that basketball legend Sean Elliott sought help and had essential treatment.Apple Watch health monitoringThe heart rate sensors in Apple Watch have previously helped peo.....»»
Basketball"s legend credits Apple Watch"s persistence for making him see a heart doctor
It was only after repeated warnings of atrial fibrilliation from his Apple Watch that basketball legend Sean Elliott sought help and had essential treatment.Apple Watch health monitoringThe heart rate sensors in Apple Watch have previously helped peo.....»»