Life found on Ryugu asteroid sample, but it’s not as exciting as it sounds
A recent discovery made by scientists working with a sample of rock from outer space highlights one of the huge challenges that such work involves......»»
Deep learning architecture enables higher efficiency in light microscopy image improvement
It is the computational processing of images that reveals the finest details of a sample placed under all kinds of different light microscopes. Even though this processing has come a long way, there is still room for improvement, for example, increas.....»»
Advancements in genomic research reveal alternative transcription initiation sites in thousands of soybean genes
Rosalind Franklin, James Watson and Francis Crick discovered the structure of DNA—that molecular blueprint for life—over 70 years ago. Today, scientists are still uncovering new ways to read it......»»
Hollywood techniques help NASA visualize supercomputing data
Captivating images and videos can bring data to life. NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio (SVS) produces visualizations, animations, and images to help scientists tell stories of their research and make science more approachable and engaging......»»
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 review: as small as it is big
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a thin and light 2-in-1 with a great 16-inch OLED display and good battery life......»»
Latest edition of book offers guidance on monitoring and managing ranaviruses in amphibians, reptiles and fish
Researchers are providing new information and guidance on monitoring and managing viruses that cause life-threatening diseases in amphibians, reptiles and fish, as detailed in the second edition of Ranaviruses: Emerging Pathogens of Ectothermic Verte.....»»
Valve devs explain why Half-Life 2: Episode 3 never happened
In the Half-Life 2 20th anniversary documentary, we finally get the reason why we never got an Episode 3......»»
Valve developers discuss why Half Life 2: Episode 3 was abandoned
Anniversary doc also includes footage of unused ice gun, blob enemies. After Ars spent Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary week looking back at the game's history and impact, Valve mar.....»»
Apple’s first smart display is coming in 2025: Here’s how it’ll work
Apple is expected to unveil a bunch of new products in the first quarter of 2025, including an M4 MacBook Air refresh, the exciting iPhone … The post Apple’s first smart display is coming in 2025: Here’s how it’ll work appeare.....»»
Volcanic caves research advances the search for life on Mars
Through the intricate study of lava tubes—caves formed following volcanic eruptions when lava cools down—an international team of researchers has uncovered clues about Earth's ancient environments that could be significant in the search for life.....»»
The Galaxy S25 could add a new feature that’s perfect for mobile gaming
The Galaxy S25 could come with a new Game Assist mode that doubles the frame rate without affecting battery life or heat output......»»
Apple’s smart home display already sounds like a convenience victory
Apple's first smart home device will integrate a screen that will serve as a HomeKit and FaceTime hub......»»
Antarctica may have once been covered by a jungle of trees, new study shows
Picture Antarctica—not as an endless expanse of snow and ice, but as a lush, green rainforest teeming with towering trees and mysterious plants. It sounds … The post Antarctica may have once been covered by a jungle of trees, new study shows.....»»
Indie App Spotlight: ‘Pinning’ helps you track meaningful events in life
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Pinning is a unique calendar countdown app f.....»»
Saturday Citations: Cold dark matter takes a hit; a new paradigm for biology; those fracking earthquakes
This week, researchers formulated a new method to calculate the probability of generating intelligent life in the universe. Investigations of a meteorite that originated on Mars revealed that it once interacted with liquid water. And an analysis of f.....»»
These are the lasting things that Half-Life 2 gave us, besides headcrabs and crowbars
Beyond the game itself (which rocks), Half-Life 2 had a big impact on PC gaming. It's Half-Life 2 week at Ars Technica! This Saturday, November 16, is the 20th anniversary of th.....»»
Antarctic bacteria show promise as biocontrol agents for combating banana wilt
A recent study conducted by scientists at ESPOL has unveiled the biotechnological potential of microorganisms from Antarctica. In this remote continent, where life thrives under extreme conditions, researchers isolated 77 microbial strains from 162 c.....»»
5 of the biggest TV shows coming next week to HBO, Paramount+, Hulu, and Netflix
From stories about an elderly man finding a new purpose in life to the machinations of oil barons as well as a spinoff of the … The post 5 of the biggest TV shows coming next week to HBO, Paramount+, Hulu, and Netflix appeared first on BGR......»»
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Arecibo Message
On the 50th anniversary of the “Arecibo message,” we present a reflection on humankind’s first attempt to send a transmission to intelligent life in the cosmos......»»
I played Half-Life 2 for the first time this year—here’s how it went
Wake up and smell the ashes, Ms. Washenko. It's Half-Life 2 week at Ars Technica! This Saturday, November 16, is the 20th anniversary of the release of Half-Life 2—a game of.....»»
How to Design a Real-Life Hot Wheels Loop
You should absolutely not build this thing. But it’s still fun to think through the physics......»»