Injectable porous scaffolds promote better, quicker healing after spinal cord injuries
Researchers have developed materials that can interface with an injured spinal cord and provide a scaffolding to facilitate healing. To do this, scaffolding materials need to mimic the natural spinal cord tissue, so they can be readily populated by n.....»»
Reprogramming tissue mechanically to promote wound healing
Researchers at PSI and ETH Zurich have taken connective tissue cells that have been mechanically reprogrammed to resemble stem cells and transplanted them into damaged skin. In their laboratory experiment, they were able to show that this can promote.....»»
This tiny spinal stimulator could someday have a big impact on paralysis
A Johns Hopkins materials scientist and a team of collaborators have developed a tiny device that may hold promise for restoring mobility to those with lower limb paralysis, a condition affecting approximately 1.4 million Americans......»»
Enhancing the immunosuppressive properties of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have great potential for the treatment of various immune diseases due to their unique immunomodulatory properties. However, MSCs exposed to the harsh inflammatory environment of damaged tissue after intravenous transplan.....»»
BMW to air 2024 Super Bowl commercial after sitting out this year
The luxury auto brand is expected to promote EVs in a 60-second spot that marks the second time it has run a Super Bowl ad since 2015......»»
BMW to air 2024 Super Bowl commercial after sitting out last year
The luxury auto brand is expected to promote EVs in a 60-second spot that marks the second time it has run a Super Bowl ad since 2015......»»
Indie Dev Sales is back with the best app deals during Black Friday
Indie Dev Sales have become an important event in the Apple community, as many independent developers come together to promote their iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS apps by offering special discounts. The Indie App Sales usually take place in July alon.....»»
Ted Lasso returns to promote Hannah Waddingham"s special
Ted Lasso — or at least star Jason Sudeikis — is back in a new role as taxi driver to Hannah Waddingham, ahead of her Apple TV+ Christmas special.Jason Sudeikis (left) and Hannah Waddingham (right)"Ted Lasso" was the first breakout hit for Apple.....»»
GM riding the bench for 2024 Super Bowl, breaking 4-year commercial streak
The automaker had used the game to promote its EV ambitions, often using celebrities such as Will Ferrell......»»
Porous platinum matrix shows promise as a new actuator material
Actuators are common machine components that convert energy into movement, like the muscles in the human body, vibrators in mobile phones or electric motors. Ideal actuator materials need good electrochemical properties to repeatedly conduct electric.....»»
New research shows company mergers may increase investment and innovation
New research from Nottingham University Business School (NUBS) has shown that some company mergers may promote product innovation and benefit society, contrary to previously held opinions......»»
Exxon to start lithium production for EVs in the U.S. by 2027
Exxon to start lithium production for EVs in the US by 2027 as oil majors are investing in the EV sector as governments in the United States and Europe set programs to promote wider use of electric vehicles......»»
Obesity drug Wegovy reduces cardiovascular risks for those at high risk
The finding means 15 fewer cardiovascular events per 1,000 patients treated. Enlarge / Wegovy an injectable prescription weight loss medicine that has helped people with obesity. (credit: Getty | Michael Siluk) The blo.....»»
"Bluewashing": How ecotourism can be used against Indigenous communities
When the notion of "ecotourism" was introduced in the late 1970s, it was intended to be ecologically responsible, promote conservation, benefit local populations and help travelers foster a "reconnection with biocultural diversity." It's now more of.....»»
The 2024 Nissan Z Nismo is sharper and quicker, but it comes at a cost
The revamp hones the Z's reflexes and ups the visual drama, but with caveats. Enlarge / The Nismo version of the Nissan Z has a raft of mechanical changes, but the first thing you notice is a less-objectionable front fascia. (cre.....»»
Semitruck crashes into Ford, Stellantis car dealership in Utah
No one at Tooele Motor Company was hurt, but the truck caused 11 injuries after striking vehicles before hitting the dealership......»»
Emporia resolves issue with Smart Plugs that spurred recall
A voluntary recall impacts a large portion of Emporia Smart Plugs, though there are currently no known injuries or damage caused by faulty products......»»
Modern medicine"s Middle Ages roots—how the logic of vulture brain remedies and bloodletting lives on today
Nothing calls to mind nonsensical treatments and bizarre religious healing rituals as easily as the notion of Dark Age medicine. "The Saturday Night Live" sketch "Medieval Barber Theodoric of York" says it all with its portrayal of a quack doctor who.....»»
Earthquake rattles Greek island near Athens, but no injuries or serious damage reported
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake rattled an island near Athens early Friday, but local officials had no immediate reports of injuries or serious damage......»»
Apple sends out gift boxes with AirPods Max and snacks to promote M3 Mac event
Apple is going the extra mile to promote Monday’s video-only Apple event, in which the company will announce updates to the and MacBook Pro featuring M3 Apple silicon chips. Apple is sending out special gift boxes to select influencers, such a.....»»
Mammalian cells may consume bacteria-killing viruses to promote cellular health
Bacteriophages, also called phages, are viruses that infect and kill bacteria, their natural hosts. But from a macromolecular viewpoint, phages can be viewed as nutritionally enriched packets of nucleotides wrapped in an amino acid shell......»»