In the absence of genetic variation, asexual invasive species find new methods of adapting to their environment
Without the benefits of evolutionary genetic variation that accompany meiotic reproduction, how does an asexual invasive species adapt over time to a new environment to survive? In all-female weevil species that produce only female offspring from unf.....»»
New species of Callicarpa discovered in Hunan, China
Callicarpa L. (Lamiaceae) consists of 140 species that are trees or shrubs, and there are about 53 species in China, mainly distributed south of the Yangtze River. Some plants of Callicarpa are used as traditional medicine in China. In addition, they.....»»
Scientists find further evidence that climate change could make fungi more dangerous
A team of medical researchers and infectious disease specialists affiliated with multiple institutions in China, working with a pair of colleagues, one from Singapore, the other from Canada, has found evidence bolstering theories that suggest as the.....»»
Galaxy NGC 4696 hosts a complex globular cluster system, observations find
Using the Magellan Telescopes in Chile, astronomers have performed photometric observations of a giant elliptical galaxy known as NGC 4696. The observations reveal that the galaxy has a complex globular cluster system. The finding was detailed in a p.....»»
First conclusive video evidence that a terrestrial leech species can jump
A new study presents video evidence that at least one species of terrestrial leech can jump, behavior that scientists have debated for more than a century. Researchers from the American Museum of Natural History, Fordham University, and City Universi.....»»
Invasive, shelled creature seen in popular Georgia lake, experts warn
An invasive, shelled creature was spotted in a popular Georgia lake, as experts warn the public of potential environmental and health risks......»»
Huawei is making good progress on its 5nm chips
Huawei chip manufacturing partner SMIC has reportedly made good progress on its 5nm chips and could find its way into a future Huawei phone. The post Huawei is making good progress on its 5nm chips appeared first on Phandroid. Following th.....»»
"Nature"s mirror": Climate change batters Albania"s butterflies
Bright yellow, black, red and blue, Alexanor butterflies once fluttered abundantly on southwestern Albania's flowery slopes. Now, like many related species, scientists say they are disappearing due to human impacts, including climate change......»»
Non-native plants and animals expanding ranges 100-times faster than native species, finds new research
An international team of scientists has recently found that non-native species are expanding their ranges many orders of magnitude faster than native ones, in large part due to inadvertent human help. Even seemingly sedentary non-native plants are mo.....»»
Unlocking heart health: Advancing noninvasive monitoring in chimpanzees
Measuring the heart rate of great apes in captivity is essential for both health management and animal studies. However, most existing methods are either invasive or inaccurate......»»
Researchers find wave activity on Titan may be strong enough to erode the coastlines of lakes and seas
Titan, Saturn's largest moon, is the only other planetary body in the solar system that currently hosts active rivers, lakes, and seas. These otherworldly river systems are thought to be filled with liquid methane and ethane that flows into wide lake.....»»
Chipolo’s newest trackers are like AirTags for Android, and they’re great
Two of the first third-party trackers that work with Google's Find My Device have arrived. The Chipolo One Point and Chipolo Card Point are worth your time......»»
Here are two 1Password features you won’t find in iOS 18’s new Passwords app
Apple has a brand new Passwords app coming in iOS 18. Once users upgrade this fall to the latest OS versions across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and even Vision Pro, they’ll find the new Passwords app installed. But while Passwords will offer lots of the.....»»
One of the best Vision Pro environments is now available as a wallpaper
A standout feature of the Vision Pro is its immersive environments, where you can fully enjoy the device’s VR powers and find yourself in an entirely different place. One of Apple’s most demoed environments is Mount Hood, and now thanks to Basic.....»»
Javan rhino clings to survival after Indonesia poaching wave
In 2023, a newborn Javan rhino in Indonesia raised hopes for the highly endangered species. Now, conservationists fear poachers have killed up to a third of the surviving population, possibly with inside help......»»
Find out which cybersecurity threats organizations fear the most
This article compiles excerpts from various reports, presenting statistics and insights on cybersecurity threats faced by businesses and individuals alike. Cyber insurance isn’t the answer for ransom payments Veeam | 2024 Ransomware Trends Rep.....»»
Apple"s new "Help Me Choose" quiz helps users find the right Mac
Apple's website was recently updated to include an all-new Help Me Choose quiz, created to help potential customers find the Mac best suited for their needs and within their budget.Apple's new quiz will help you find your ideal Mac computerThrough a.....»»
New Apple Website Can Help You Find the Perfect Mac
Apple’s launched a new ‘Help Me Choose’ website to help customers find the perfect Mac for their needs and budget. The new site is prominently featured on the company’s Mac portion of its website. Scroll down from the top of t.....»»
Roughly a third of car buyers say absence of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto would be a deal-breaker, survey finds
Automakers are losing the battle for the dashboard. A third of consumers say they refuse to buy a car lacking smartphone integration and a majority don't want a native system as a replacement, McKinsey & Co. found in a new consumer survey......»»
Researchers argue for standardizing terminology to stop the spread of disease
Researchers writing in the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management explain how the U.S. is a major importer of wildlife, bringing into the states a great diversity and quantity of different species. This trade, they caution, has the p.....»»
Physicists combine multiple Higgs boson pair studies and discover clues about the stability of the universe
Remember how difficult it was to find one Higgs boson? Try finding two at the same place at the same time. Known as di-Higgs production, this fascinating process can tell scientists about the Higgs boson self-interaction......»»