Nanotechnology may improve gene therapy for blindness
Using nanotechnology that enabled mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines, a new approach to gene therapy may improve how physicians treat inherited forms of blindness......»»
Hailstone library to improve extreme weather forecasting
A University of Queensland library—full of hailstones instead of books—is helping researchers to better understand and predict damaging storms......»»
Growing U.S. EV charging network to improve with faster systems, updated software
Drivers will start to experience better, more reliable and faster charging, critical factors needed for the transition to EVs, industry experts say......»»
New genetic analysis of Lyme disease-causing bacteria could improve diagnosis and treatment
A genetic analysis of Lyme disease bacteria may pave the way for improved diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the tick-borne ailment......»»
Unraveling modern bread wheat from the genes up
A genomic resource for the wild grass species Tausch's goatgrass (Aegilops tauschii) has been developed by a team of international researchers led by KAUST. This new understanding will accelerate gene discovery research and shed new light on the stor.....»»
Chromatin structure found to play a key role in canine social behavior evolution
A study on dogs found that chromatin's spatial structure has a significant role in the evolution of social behavior. Chromatin, the compact form of DNA, not only packages genetic material but also plays a crucial role in gene regulation......»»
Fear of appearing prejudiced can inhibit accurate performance feedback to women
Evaluators who want to avoid appearing prejudiced may overcorrect and give women inflated performance feedback, new research indicates, which is a practice that could ultimately hinder their ability to improve and advance......»»
Light-responsive gene regulation at the mRNA level
Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have established a new optogenetic approach that can control the bacterial production of proteins at the mRNA level using blue light. The new system gates the activation of the genetic substance particularly.....»»
Video: Arctic Weather Satellite advancing weather forecasting in a changing climate
The effects of the climate crisis are felt more acutely in the Arctic than anywhere else on the planet. The weather in the Arctic is not only severe, but it changes extremely quickly. More frequent data are urgently needed to improve weather forecast.....»»
Advanced microscopy method reveals hidden world of nanoscale optical metamaterials
Scientists from the Department of Physical Chemistry at the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society have made a significant discovery in the field of nanotechnology, as detailed in their latest publication in Advanced Materials. Their paper,.....»»
Advance in stem cell therapy: New technique for manipulating stem cells opens door to novel treatments
A new technique developed by McGill researchers for mechanically manipulating stem cells could lead to new stem cell treatments, which have yet to fulfill their therapeutic potential......»»
AI enhances chemical analysis at the nanoscale
EPFL scientists have developed an AI-based technique to improve the chemical analysis of nanomaterials, overcoming challenges of noisy data and mixed signals......»»
MDMA for PTSD: Three studies retracted on heels of FDA rejection
The company behind the therapy says it will appeal the FDA's decision. Enlarge / MDMA (credit: Getty | PYMCA/Avalon) A scientific journal has retracted three studies underpinning the clinical development of MDMA—aka ec.....»»
New model framework aims to predict postfire debris flow behavior before a fire occurs
New research from a team at Los Alamos National Laboratory is improving landslide prediction capabilities, making simulations faster and more accurate, which in turn will improve safety for communities that are at risk of their infrastructure being w.....»»
Urban growth leads to more intense droughts for many world cities—Sydney is a case study for areas at risk
The growth of cities worldwide is contributing to more intense drought conditions in many cities, including Sydney, a new Chinese study has found. This is adding to urban heat and water stress. These important findings point to the need to improve ho.....»»
Steps to improve quality engineering and system robustness
Major tech outages have recently impacted customers and operations at McDonald’s, Greggs, Deliveroo, Tesco, and Barclays. In this Help Net Security video, Stephen Johnson, CEO of Roq, says it is now imperative for companies and organizations to.....»»
Pass the mayo: Condiment could help improve fusion energy yields
Controlling a problematic instability could lead to cheaper internal fusion. Enlarge (credit: jules/CC BY 2.0) Inertial confinement fusion is one method for generating energy through nuclear fusion, albeit one plagued b.....»»
How farmers and tech teamed up to better test crops
For over a decade, farmers across the world have been working hand-in-hand with researchers at the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT and their collaborators to develop a better way to test new crop varieties and improve food security in t.....»»
Shorter TLS certificate lifespans expected to complicate management efforts
76% of security leaders recognize the pressing need to move to shorter certificate lifespans to improve security, according to Venafi. However, many feel unprepared to take action, with 77% saying the shift to 90-day certificates will mean more outag.....»»
Smooth sailing for eggplant: Breakthrough in understanding prickle formation
Scientists have discovered the gene responsible for prickles in eggplants, a trait that complicates farming. Using advanced genetic techniques, they identified the Prickly Eggplant (PE) gene on chromosome 6 and pinpointed SmLOG1 as the key factor......»»
Researchers show nanovoids improve material performance
Voids or pores have usually been viewed as fatal flaws that severely degrade a material's mechanical performance and should be eliminated in manufacturing......»»