Nanostructures enable on-chip lightwave-electronic frequency mixer
Imagine how a phone call works: Your voice is converted into electronic signals, shifted up to higher frequencies, transmitted over long distances, and then shifted back down so it can be heard clearly on the other end. The process enabling this shif.....»»
Compact on-chip polarimeter measures light polarization with high accuracy
Reliably measuring the polarization state of light is crucial for various technological applications, ranging from optical communication to biomedical imaging. Yet conventional polarimeters are made of bulky components, which makes them difficult to.....»»
Climate change could trigger more earthquakes, study suggests
A recent Colorado State University study published in the journal Geology demonstrates that climate change can affect the frequency of earthquakes, adding to a small but growing body of evidence showing that climate can alter the seismic cycle......»»
Researchers unveil chip for quick antibiotic monitoring in water
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health crisis because of microbes, such as bacteria, becoming resistant to antibiotics. A leading factor in this rise is the improper use and disposal of antibiotics in the environment......»»
In-plane magnetic fields reveal new Hall effect behaviors in advanced materials
In-plane magnetic fields are responsible for inducing anomalous Hall effect in EuCd2Sb2 films, report researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo. By studying how these fields change electronic structures, the team discovered a large in-plane ano.....»»
Ataccama ONE platform enhancements accelerate enterprise data quality initiatives
Ataccama announced enhancements to the Ataccama ONE unified data trust platform v15.4 that enable customers to have confidence in using their data for business-critical decision-making. In this latest release, enhancements include augmenting its AI c.....»»
Honda, Nissan in merger talks to compete with Tesla, Chinese EV rivals, reports say
Honda and Nissan are discussing a merger that would enable them to better withstand fierce competition from EV rivals......»»
Astronaut-on-a-chip: Multi-organ tissue chips simulate space radiation"s impact on human health
As astronauts venture further into space, their exposure to harmful radiation rises. Researchers from Columbia University are simulating the effects of space radiation here on Earth to determine its impact on human physiology using multi-organ tissue.....»»
New method maps hundreds of proteins in cell nuclei simultaneously
Caltech researchers have developed a new method to map the positions of hundreds of DNA-associated proteins within cell nuclei all at the same time. The method, called ChIP–DIP (Chromatin ImmunoPrecipitation Done In Parallel), is a versatile tool f.....»»
Physicists magnetize a material with light: Terahertz technique could improve memory chip design
MIT physicists have created a new and long-lasting magnetic state in a material, using only light......»»
Thin-film tech makes nuclear clocks a 1,000 times less radioactive and more affordable
In the quest for ultra-precise timekeeping, scientists have turned to nuclear clocks. Unlike optical atomic clocks—which rely on electronic transitions—nuclear clocks utilize the energy transitions in the atom's nucleus, which are less affected b.....»»
Apple Watch users in Brazil can now enable sleep apnea detection
With the launch of watchOS 11 in September, Apple announced that the would get a new feature capable of detecting possible sleep apnea. The feature was launched in more than 150 countries, and now Brazil is joining that list more….....»»
This M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro with 128GB RAM is $200 off with delivery by Christmas
A loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's top-of-the-line M4 Max chip is $200 off and in stock now, with delivery by Christmas.Save triple digits on a loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro.To pick up the premium Late 2024 16-inch MacBook Pro configuration, head.....»»
NASA finalizes strategy for sustaining human presence in low Earth orbit
As part of the agency's efforts to enable broader use of space, NASA has released its final goals and objectives for low Earth orbit, defining the long-term approach toward advancing microgravity science, technology, and exploration for the benefit o.....»»
How to enable parental controls on macOS Sequoia
Keeping your kids safe online might seem scary, but it's simple with Mac. Learn how to set up parental controls for your child's Mac in macOS Sequoia.How to enable parental controls on macOS SequoiaRaising kids today can be tough, especially when you.....»»
Price war: Apple"s 1TB M4 Pro MacBook Pro falls to $1,979
A holiday price war has erupted on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M4 Pro chip and a bump up to 1TB of storage. Save $220 on the laptop, plus grab bonus savings on AppleCare.Grab this 1TB MacBook Pro for $1,979 during holiday price war.We're trac.....»»
T-Mobile users can try Starlink-enabled phone service for free during beta
Beta registration opened today, will enable texting in dead zones in early 2025. T-Mobile today said it opened registration for the "T-Mobile Starlink" beta service that will enab.....»»
Google may change a small, but crucial chip with the Pixel 10
For the Pixel 10 series, Google may make a small but important internal change, with a switch from Samsung modems to ones made by MediaTek......»»
Rising drought frequency poses new threats to US wildlife, study finds
People around the world are dealing with drought, so it's not shocking that it affects wildlife, too: lack of moisture contributes to habitat loss, affects how animals compete for resources, and leads to dehydration and heat stress. The surprising pa.....»»
Google may change a small but crucial chip inside the Pixel 10
For the Pixel 10 series, Google may make a small but important internal change, with a switch from Samsung modems to ones made by MediaTek......»»
These are the best new MacBook deals for the holidays: options as low as $649
With Apple Intelligence requiring an M1 chip or newer, it’s never been a better time to buy your first MacBook, or upgrade an older MacBook you’re still holding on to. MacBooks are more affordable than ever in the Apple Silicon era, with the chea.....»»