Master developmental genes play role in adulthood
Among their many extraordinary feats, some planarian flatworms reproduce by tearing off pieces of themselves to regenerate new worms. Now, researchers have discovered that this process is controlled by Hox genes, a family of genes known to orchestrat.....»»
PlayStation State of Play September 2024: how to watch and what to expect
Here's everything that you need to know before tuning into September 2024's State of Play featuring PS5 and PSVR2 games......»»
From chaos to order: Proteins can re-structure themselves to create important substances
The protein "MIPS" changes its internal structure when it becomes active. Its disordered active center becomes a defined structure with special functions. The protein plays a key role in the production of inositol, which is also known as vitamin B8,.....»»
Compact "gene scissors" enable effective genome editing, may offer future treatment of high cholesterol gene defect
CRISPR-Cas is used broadly in research and medicine to edit, insert, delete or regulate genes in organisms. TnpB is an ancestor of this well-known "gene scissors" but is much smaller and thus easier to transport into cells......»»
Sony State of Play: when is the next 2024 PlayStation event?
Here's everything we know so far about he next Sony State of Play, including what was shown last time out.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: September 20, 2024 – iOS 18.1 public beta, iPhone battery stats
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
Concord lead reportedly steps down in wake of launch disaster
Reports say that Concord game director Ryan Ellis has stepped down from the role, and that the studio is in turmoil......»»
Double-edged STING: A new pathway involved in aging
A protein called STING, previously shown to control a pathway that contributes to antiviral signaling, also plays an important role in cellular stress clearance and cell survival, according to a new paper published in Molecular Cell......»»
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to check out this weekend (September 20-22)
If you love strategy games and simulations, Xbox Game Pass has some great new additions you'll want to play this weekend......»»
Netflix unveils first look at the ‘bigger and more twisted’ Wednesday season 2
Netflix released the first look at Wednesday season 2, the popular TV series starring Jenna Ortega in the titular role......»»
United Nations wants to treat AI with same urgency as climate change
UN report: Organization should take much more active role in AI monitoring, oversight. Enlarge (credit: Bruce Yuanyue Bi via Getty) A United Nations report released Thursday proposes having the international body oversee.....»»
Don"t overlook microorganisms" role in planet health, scientists warn
The tiniest and oldest creatures on—and in—Earth have a huge role in achieving a sustainable future for the planet, an international team of scientists, including faculty researchers from The Ohio State University, asserts in a new Cell article p.....»»
Independent origins of frog glue and its role in predator evasion
Skin-secreted adhesives, or glues, are highly effective defense adaptations that have evolved recurrently in a small number of amphibians. From an ecological standpoint, this rapidly solidifying material—essentially, a sticky slime—encumbers the.....»»
This handy video game tracker will help tame your backlog
Need a way to organize your backlog and wish list, all while keeping track of every video game you play? Try this free tool......»»
Vampire Survivors evolution guide: all upgrades and weapon combos
No vampire can survive your power in Vampire Survivors once you master the art of evolving your weapons. This is a complicated task, so we'll break it down......»»
3 new PS Plus games you should try this weekend (September 20-22)
Check out new PS Plus Premium and Extra Game Catalog additions The Plucky Squire, Road 96, and Mister Mosquito if you're wondering what to play this weekend......»»
The oldest town in Rhode Island played an important role in the country"s early history
The oldest town in Rhode Island played an important role in the country"s early history.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: September 19, 2024 – iPhone 16 demand and more
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Optimism fuels national productivity and innovation
A study of 42 countries over a 20-year span found one factor had a significant impact on investment in research and development. Economic optimism plays a crucial role in boosting national productivity and research and development, according to a new.....»»
Convergent evolution study sheds light on how new genes arise
Where do new genes come from? That's the question a team of biological sciences researchers from the U of A set out to answer in a new study......»»
Scientists discover an unexpected involvement of sodium transport in mitochondrial energy generation
The GENOXPHOS (Functional Genetics of the Oxidative Phosphorylation System) group at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) has discovered a crucial role of sodium in the generation of cellular energy......»»