Identifying the spark of desire in fruit flies
Fruit flies have evolved an elaborate courtship ritual. Upon recognizing a suitable mate in his vicinity, a male fruit fly transforms into a dogged suitor, sometimes chasing the female for more than 26 yards, or nine miles in human terms, singing to.....»»
Laser shots could spark additional discoveries in astrophysics
In December, the National Ignition Facility (NIF) at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory made headlines worldwide. Scientists at the NIF performed the first nuclear fusion experiment in which the energy produc.....»»
Tracking and identifying indigenous plants: There"s an app for that
See an interesting plant while out hiking in Arizona and want to learn more about it while also contributing to the knowledge of our unique ecosystem?.....»»
2023 BMW Z4 First Drive: Focused Updates Can"t Spoil The Fun
With rival roadsters on the chopping block, BMW's Z4 flies the flag for driving pleasure without sacrificing comfort. 2023's changes only improve things. Wit.....»»
Pablo Escobar"s "Cocaine Hippos" Spark Conservation Fight
Researchers worry the Colombian environmental ministry will side with animal-rights activists rather than curb the spread of invasive hippos once kept by drug-cartel leader Pablo Escobar.....»»
Rhythmic eating pattern preserves fruit fly muscle function under obese conditions
Obese fruit flies are the experimental subjects in a Nature Communications study of the causes of muscle function decline due to obesity. In humans, skeletal muscle plays a crucial role in metabolism, and muscle dysfunction due to human obesity can l.....»»
Next iPhone utilizing TSMC 3nm tech may spark replacement demand
The next-generation iPhone slated for launch later in 2023 will be powered by Apple's custom-designed 3nm SoC fabricated by TSMC, marking the market's long-awaited transition from 5nm to 3nm chips for Apple's iPhones, according to industry sources......»»
Dormant accounts are a low-hanging fruit for attackers
Successful attacks on systems no longer require zero-day exploits, as attackers now focus on compromising identities through methods such as bypassing MFA, hijacking sessions, or brute-forcing passwords, according to Oort. “The vast majority of suc.....»»
5 open source Burp Suite penetration testing extensions you should check out
When it comes to assessing the security of computer systems, penetration testing tools are critical for identifying vulnerabilities that attackers may exploit. Among these tools, Burp Suite stands out as one of the most popular and widely used option.....»»
Changes in acquisition habits spark new options
As dealers buckle down on their used-vehicle acquisition practices amid declining profitability, online wholesale auction leaders sense an opportunity to nab more of their business......»»
Pac-12 football allegedly eyeballing Apple TV+ bailout
The Pac-12 conference is the last without a TV partner, and Apple TV+ is rumored to be a prime target amid lukewarm demand from other streamers.College football could come to Apple TV+Apple's desire for more sports on its Apple TV+ streaming service.....»»
The best way to close gender pay gaps is to find the source of unfair pay, says study
Businesses can close gender pay gaps, reward high performance and improve their compensation strategy by identifying the true source of pay inequity and fairly allocating raises to the most underpaid women, according to new research published in Prod.....»»
Identifying intestinal microbiota bacteria that protect against antibiotic-resistant pathogens
A study by the "Microbiota, Infection and Inflammation" research group at the Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of Valencia Region (Fisabio), an agency of the Conselleria de Sanitat Universal i Salut Pública, has identif.....»»
Check Point Infinity Spark protects SMBs from security risks
Check Point has introduced Check Point Infinity Spark, a threat prevention solution that delivers AI security and integrated connectivity to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Infinity Spark offers enterprise grade security across networks, em.....»»
Early apple blossom sparks new citizen science plea
Gardeners, walkers and others are being asked to see how warming temperatures are affecting the fruit trees in their gardens, allotments or parks this spring......»»
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Some of the best deals we found today include $100 off the Sonos Sub, 20% off Dell's 34-inch curved monitor, and 94% off a course introducing you to ChatGPT.Grow your own fruit and veg with the inBloom Hydroponics systemThe AppleInsider team scours o.....»»
Exploring lemur-based seed dispersal
Unchecked hunting and environmental degradation in tropical forests, which previous studies have correlated with the reduction of large animals in this biome, may impede the generational renewal of large fruit and seed-producing plant species. Such d.....»»
General Motors competes for stake in Vale"s base metals unit
GM competing for a stake in Vale's base metals unit underscores the automaker's desire for easy access to EV battery materials......»»
Researchers identify the neurons that synchronize female preferences with male courtship songs in fruit flies
When it comes to courtship, it is important to ensure that one is interacting with a member of the same species. Animals use multiple sensory systems to confirm that potential mates are indeed suitable, with acoustic communication playing an importan.....»»
Harnessing an innate protection against Ebola
In their evolutionary battle for survival, viruses have developed strategies to spark and perpetuate infection. Once inside a host cell, the Ebola virus, for example, hijacks molecular pathways to replicate itself and eventually make its way back out.....»»
Examining the chemicals involved in insect mating
It's almost Valentine's Day, and love is in the air. Or in the waxy coating on your skin, if you are a vinegar fly. That's where flies encounter pheromones that play an important role in regulating sexual attraction......»»