Instagrammers Are Genetically Replicating Their Pets
An anonymous reader shares a report: [...] Together, these furry duplicates are normalizing the world of animal cloning -- and they could be ushering in an era of petfluencer immortality. "Someone could clone their pet and replace the original. The w.....»»
Monkeys with Transplanted Pig Kidneys Live for Up to Two Years or More
A company that creates genetically modified pig organs for transplants hopes to test its product in human trials if regulators approve them.....»»
Wild plants may edit their genomes in the same way we make GM crops—and it could be crucial to evolution
Genetically modified (GM) crops may be controversial, but similar processes happen naturally with wild plants. However, scientists have long been puzzled about how these processes happen. Our recent study may help researchers solve the mystery......»»
The best movies on Amazon Prime Video (October 2023)
The best movies on Amazon Prime Video include Totally Killer, the new time travel horror comedy, as well as DC League of Super-Pets for young fans......»»
The medicine of the future could be artificial life forms
Creating artificial life is a recurring theme in both science and popular literature, where it conjures images of creeping slime creatures with malevolent intentions, or super-cute designer pets. At the same time, the question arises: What role shoul.....»»
Another Person Just Got a Pig Heart. Scientists Have a Plan to Make It Last
The first human to receive a genetically engineered pig heart survived two months. Surgeons are hoping this transplant will last longer......»»
What"s the carbon footprint of owning pet fish? An expert explains
While the environmental impact of having dogs and cats as pets has been examined to some extent, the impact of keeping pet fish has remained unexplored—until now......»»
Another Person Just Got a Pig Heart. Scientists Have a Plan to Make it Last
The first human to receive a genetically engineered pig heart survived two months. Surgeons are hoping this transplant will last longer......»»
Genetically engineering associations between plants and diazotrophs could lessen dependence on synthetic fertilizer
Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth, but the overuse of synthetic nitrogen fertilizers in agriculture is not sustainable......»»
How to Make a Pig Heart Transplant Last in a Person
The first human to receive a genetically engineered pig heart survived two months. Surgeons are hoping this transplant will last longer......»»
As a parent, there’s one iPhone 15 feature I can’t wait to use
There's a lot to like about the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, but there's only one feature that will be a godsend for parents of humans and pets......»»
How to tag pets in Photos in iOS 17
You can already tag people and places in the Photos app, but now, you can do the same with your cats and dogs. Here is how to tag them in iOS 17.Tagging your pets in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17"[The Photos app] can now recognize the cats and dogs that are p.....»»
iPhone 15 fulfills a vision for photography shared with Steve Jobs over a decade ago
More than a decade ago, Steve Jobs likely had something in mind for the iPhone camera that was finally realized this week. iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro have the ability to capture depth data from photos with people or pets, allowing you to adjust the.....»»
Genetically modified bacteria found to break down plastics in saltwater
Researchers have genetically engineered a marine microorganism to break down plastic in salt water. Specifically, the modified organism can break down polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a plastic used in everything from water bottles to clothing that.....»»
Owners of cats on vegan diets report healthier pets than owners of meat-eating cats
In a survey of cat owners, those who fed their cats vegan diets tended to report better health outcomes for their pets than those who provided meat-based diets, though the differences were not statistically significant. Andrew Knight of the Universit.....»»
Chimpanzees are not pets, no matter what social media tells you
Trading wild chimpanzees, including their meat and body parts, is illegal. And yet, social media influencers and companies still reap profits from sharing "cute" images and videos of chimpanzees and other primates poached from the wild. All the while.....»»
Making plant-based meat more "meaty" with fermented onions
Plant-based alternatives such as tempeh and bean burgers provide protein-rich options for those who want to reduce their meat consumption. However, replicating meat's flavors and aromas has proven challenging, with companies often relying on syntheti.....»»
Nearly half of dog owners are hesitant to vaccinate their pets, finds study
A new study has found that US dog owners who harbor mistrust in the safety and efficacy of childhood and adult vaccines are also more likely to hold negative views about vaccinating their four-legged friends......»»
Canada backs US in GMO corn trade row with Mexico
Canada will back the United States in a trade row with Mexico over genetically modified corn, its trade minister announced Friday......»»
Apple and MKBHD showcase company using iPhone LiDAR to help create pet prosthetics
I’m not crying, you’re crying! Why? This duo of videos showing how a small business is leveraging the iPhone 14 Pro camera system to help make custom prosthetics for pets in need. more….....»»
Want to help Maui"s animals after the wildfires? Send cash, not kibble
An estimated 3,000 pets were still missing more than a week after deadly wildfires ripped through Maui in August 2023 and left thousands of people—many of whom had companion animals—homeless. The Conversation asked Sarah DeYoung, who has conducte.....»»