Identifying the genes that viruses "steal" from ocean microbes
The microbes that cycle nutrients in the ocean don't do the work on their own—the viruses that infect them also influence the process. It's a vital job for the rest of the planet, enabling oceans to absorb half of the human-generated carbon in the.....»»
Planning autonomous surface missions on ocean worlds
Through advanced autonomy testbed programs, NASA is setting the groundwork for one of its top priorities—the search for signs of life and potentially habitable bodies in our solar system and beyond. The prime destinations for such exploration are b.....»»
Ocean density identified as a key driver of carbon capture by marine plankton
New findings, published in Royal Society Open Science, have revealed that changes in ocean density have a significant impact on the rate at which marine plankton incorporate carbon into their shells. This has profound implications for carbon cycling.....»»
Study finds soil microbes affect flowers" ability to attract bees
New research reveals that certain soil microbes can help plants grow bigger flowers, therefore attracting more bees. The findings, which are published in New Phytologist, suggest that studying roots' relationships with microbes can help scientists pr.....»»
Simulated outbreaks demonstrate how evolutionary approaches can estimate the speed of viral spread
Evaluating the speed at which viruses spread and transmit across host populations is critical to mitigating disease outbreaks. A study published December 3 in PLOS Biology by Simon Dellicour at the University of Brussels (ULB), Belgium, and colleague.....»»
The Mac mini M4 is a killer value, but buy this during Cyber Week instead
When the came out, I called it an “absolute steal” at $599 in my review. There’s just never been a PC being offered at that price with this much bang for your buck. It’s the ever made. But during , it’s only $16 off at A.....»»
Multimodal machine learning model increases accuracy of catalyst screening
Identifying optimal catalyst materials for specific reactions is crucial to advance energy storage technologies and sustainable chemical processes. To screen catalysts, scientists must understand systems' adsorption energy, something that machine lea.....»»
Climate researchers find North Atlantic Ocean has a memory of nearly two decades
A research team led by the University of Liverpool has found that the North Atlantic Ocean has a memory of approximately one to two decades, significantly surpassing previous estimates of a few years......»»
The Mac mini M4 is a killer value, but buy this on Cyber Monday instead
When the came out, I called it an “absolute steal” at $599 in my review. There’s just never been a PC being offered at that price with this much bang for your buck. It’s the ever made. But on , it’s only $16 off at Amazo.....»»
Researchers finally identify the ocean’s “mystery mollusk”
It's a nudibranch, but so distantly related that it gets its own phylogenetic family. Some of the most bizarre lifeforms on Earth lurk in the deeper realms of the ocean. There was.....»»
Getting to the bottom of Cenozoic deep-ocean temperatures
Understanding ancient ocean temperatures—particularly from the Cenozoic era (the past 66 million years), in which Earth experienced dramatic climate shifts—helps scientists reveal more about the planet's past climates......»»
Largest oxygen-poor region of ocean is more variable than previously thought
Analysis of nitrogen isotope ratio in coral skeletons shows strong decadal oscillations in the size of the world's largest oxygen-deficient zone (ODZ) over the last 80 years. These findings imply that this ODZ is more dynamic than previously thought.....»»
Exploring the ecological role of deep-sea viruses
The significance of deep-sea virology and its impact on global climate and biogeochemical structures is not unknown, though its importance might be understated......»»
My favorite G-Shock smartwatch was a Black Friday steal and it’s still available
The Casio G-Shock DW-H5600 was a bargain for Black Friday and it's still live. It's the ideal choice for watch fans who don't want a touchscreen smartwatch......»»
Cyber Monday Mac Studio deal drops Apple"s desktop to $1,749, lowest price ever
B&H's Cyber Monday Mac Studio deal is a steal at $1,749 — but it's valid through Cyber Monday only and supplies may be limited.This Cyber Monday Mac Studio deal discounts Apple's desktop to $1,749.During its Cyber Monday flash sale, B&H Photo has d.....»»
3D ocean model shows ocean acidification moving deeper as atmospheric emissions increase
A pair of environmental physicists at the Institute of Biogeochemistry and Pollutant Dynamics, ETH Zurich, has built a 3D model of the world's oceans and their currents to learn more about the depths that ocean acidification has reached due to increa.....»»
My favorite G-Shock smartwatch is a Black Friday steal
The excellent Casio G-Shock DW-H5600 is a bargain in this Black Friday deal, and it's the ideal choice for watch fans who don't want a touchscreen smartwatch......»»
Grab the new Apple Watch Series 10 for just $329 in this Black Friday sale
With a screen the size of the Apple Watch Ultra, but a faster processor and better always-on display, the Apple Watch Series 10 is a steal at $70 off at Amazon for Black Friday.The new Apple Watch Series 10 is on sale for Black FridayNo Black Friday.....»»
Plastic in the ocean and on our plates: What are the risks to human health?
It's no secret: when we savor a delicious piece of fish or a platter of seafood, we're not just consuming valuable omega-3s and vitamin D. Alongside these benefits come less appetizing elements—countless micro- and nano-plastics......»»
Coral adaptation unlikely to keep pace with global warming, warn scientists
Coral adaptation to ocean warming and marine heat waves will likely be overwhelmed without rapid reductions of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to an international team of scientists......»»
Biologists identify traits correlating with all bird extinctions since 1500
Looking to inform the conservation of critically endangered bird species, University of Utah biologists have completed an analysis identifying traits that correlate with all 216 bird extinctions since 1500......»»