Key mechanism for maintaining proper telomere length identified
The length of telomeres that protect the ends of our chromosomes should be tightly regulated. Those that are too long predispose to cancer, and those that are too short lose their protective ability, resulting in telomere disorders with serious healt.....»»
Biophysicists decipher functionality of adrenaline-binding receptor
G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are found throughout the human body and are involved in many complex signaling pathways. Despite their importance in many biological processes, the central mechanism of G protein-coupling and the associated signal.....»»
Inspired by nature: Synthetic nightshade molecule effective against leukemia cells
Nightshade plants produce a diverse array of compounds with therapeutic potential. Researchers at CeMM have now identified an artificial variant inspired by the Withanolides group that acts highly specifically against leukemia cells......»»
New research focuses on use of cactus pear in biofuel production
As much of the world prepares for hotter and drier growing seasons as the result of climate change, a research team led by University of Nevada, Reno researchers has identified several varieties of cactus pear that are particularly well-suited to pro.....»»
Microdosing candy-linked illnesses double; possible recall in “discussions”
Of the 26 cases identified so far, 25 sought medical care and 16 were hospitalized. Enlarge (credit: Diamond Shruumz) Cases of illnesses linked to microdosing candies have more than doubled, with reports of seizures and.....»»
Researchers uncover enzyme communication mechanism that could aid drug development
A mechanism that could help scientists harness enzymes for use in drug discovery has been discovered in a research breakthrough at the University of Birmingham......»»
Community-led disaster resilience model benefiting those that need it most
A new report from Monash University's Fire to Flourish program has identified how a community-led approach to disaster resilience is delivering positive impacts for affected communities......»»
Research offers advice to Etsy merchants: If you like what you do, charge more for it
Researchers from Lehigh University, Tilburg University, and Northwestern University have identified a novel cue consumers interpret as a signal of quality in peer-to-peer marketplaces: "production enjoyment," or how much a seller enjoys making a prod.....»»
Researchers: AI can make African elections more efficient, but trust must be built and proper rules put in place
Time magazine has dubbed 2024 a "super election year". An astonishing 4 billion people are eligible to vote in countries across the world this year. Many are on the African continent, where presidential, parliamentary and general elections have alrea.....»»
When Will Apple Release macOS Sonoma 14.6?
Apple’s confirmed a new macOS Sonoma 14.6 update. The software doesn’t have a release date yet, but we can help Mac users set proper expectations about the roll out. macOS Sonoma 14.6 is the next milestone upgrade for macOS Sonoma, the si.....»»
Tropical solstice shadows
Solstices mark the changing of seasons, occur twice a year, and feature the year's shortest and longest daylight hours—depending on your hemisphere. These extremes in the length of day and night make solstice days more noticeable to many observers.....»»
Enhancing security through collaboration with the open-source community
In this Help Net Security interview, Alan DeKok, CEO at NetworkRADIUS, discusses the need for due diligence in selecting and maintaining open-source tools, and brings out the potential risks and benefits of collaborating with the open-source communit.....»»
FTC jumped the gun with CARS Rule, dealer groups tell court
The National Automobile Dealers Association and Texas Automobile Dealers Association are continuing to press the argument the Federal Trade Commission jumped the gun and failed to follow proper rulemaking process with its new dealership regulations......»»
Study reveals how invasive submerged macrophytes affect sediment nitrogen cycle under complex environments
Removal of excess nitrogen is a critical step in the ecological restoration of eutrophic lakes. Microbially mediated dissimilatory nitrate reduction processes in lakes represent an important mechanism for nitrogen removal. However, lake ecosystems ar.....»»
Researchers reveal novel mechanism of enhanced P450 demethylase activity through engineered key gating residues
A crucial step in the degradation and utilization of lignin is the process of O-demethylation of lignin monomers, facilitated by O-demethylases. Current O-demethylases face challenges such as limited substrate specificity, unclear reaction mechanisms.....»»
Scientists discover non-transcriptional mechanism of karrikin signaling transduction
Researchers led by Dr. Wang Lei and Wang Bing from the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have shown that the non-transcriptional activity of the transcriptional repressor proteins SUPPRESSOR OF MAX2 1.....»»
Longer ice-free periods may lead to smaller Hudson Bay polar bear population, research suggests
Global warming is projected to lengthen the ice-free period in the Hudson Bay, reducing the length of the resident polar bears' hunting season, according to research published in Communications Earth & Environment. Under a temperature rise of more th.....»»
Pacific coast gray whales have gotten 13% shorter in the past 20–30 years, study finds
Gray whales that spend their summers feeding in the shallow waters off the Pacific Northwest coast have undergone a significant decline in body length since around the year 2000, a new Oregon State University study has found......»»
Discovery of microfossil in China from the 518-million-year-old Qingjiang biota sheds light on adaptive evolution
Microbial sulfate reduction dating back to the Paleoarchean plays a crucial role in driving global carbon and sulfur cycles in ancient and modern Earth. Over 150 species of sulfate reducers from bacterial and archaeal phyla have been identified acros.....»»
100-million-year-old bones reveal new species of pterosaur
New Curtin University-led research has identified 100-million-year-old fossilized bones discovered in western Queensland, Australia as belonging to a newly identified species of pterosaur, which was a formidable flying reptile that lived among the di.....»»
Best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 screen protectors
Keep your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 display protected with these screen protectors. The post Best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 screen protectors appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a compact foldable with flip mechanism wh.....»»