New class of encrypted peptides exhibits significant antimicrobial properties
In a significant advance against the growing threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, researchers have identified a novel class of antimicrobial agents known as encrypted peptides, which may expand the immune system's arsenal of tools to fight infect.....»»
Researchers develop more selective proteasome inhibitors for use in the pharmaceutical industry
Researchers from the Universitat Jaume I of Castelló (Spain) and the Max Planck Institute (Germany) have developed new proteasome inhibitors with different pharmacological properties to those previously developed, which could be used in the pharmace.....»»
Which class should you pick in Dragon Age: The Veilguard?
Dragon Age: The Veilguard will present you with three classes to pick from, but no way to try them out. Here is an overview of each so you know which to pick......»»
Apple pushes watchOS 11.1 update to public, primarily focusing on bug fixes
It's time to update your Apple Watch again — Apple has officially released watchOS 11.1.watchOS 11The beta builds of watchOS 11.1 didn't have any significant new features, suggesting that Apple is concentrating on enhancing the system's underlying.....»»
Coral record reveals long-term variability of Kuroshio
The Kuroshio is a strong western boundary current in the North Pacific. It transports warm, saltier waters from low to middle latitudes, and has a significant impact on China, East Asia and even the global climate. How the Kuroshio changed before the.....»»
Novel self-cleaning electrode developed for alkaline-earth metal peroxide synthesis
Metal peroxide (MO2, M=Ca, Sr, Ba) is an alternative to hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). It has excellent oxidative properties, superior chemical stability, high purity, and is easy to store and transport. It has been widely used in wastewater treatment and.....»»
Researchers uncovered the ‘glue’ that holds memories together in our brains
A group of researchers made a significant breakthrough regarding our understanding of how the brain stores long-term memories. According to a new paper published in … The post Researchers uncovered the ‘glue’ that holds memories together in.....»»
Political polarization poses health risks, new analysis concludes
News coverage of the 2024 election season has often centered on how partisan division has affected our politics. But a new analysis shows that political polarization also poses significant health risks—by obstructing the implementation of legislati.....»»
A poor year for juvenile striped bass in Virginia waters in 2024
Preliminary results from an ongoing long-term survey conducted by researchers at William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS suggest that a poor year class of young-of-year striped bass was produced in the Virginia tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay in 2024.....»»
From fireflies to drones: Researchers uncover strategy for synchronization efficiency
Researchers from The University of New Mexico School of Engineering looked to the natural world to explain how synchronized systems can work more efficiently and made a significant discovery. Their results were published in the journal Nature Communi.....»»
Climate scientists identify water requirements for climate mitigation through ecosystem restoration
Worldwide, deforestation and farming practices are responsible for the degradation of vital ecosystems. While there is a significant amount of interest in climate mitigation by restoring those degraded lands with forests and other ecosystems, it is u.....»»
The future of cyber insurance: Meeting the demand for non-attack coverage
In this Help Net Security interview, Michael Daum, Head of Global Cyber Claims for Allianz Commercial, discusses the significant rise in cyber claims in 2024, driven by an increase in data breaches and ransomware attacks. Daum highlights the need for.....»»
The 5-day office mandate: A tipping point for employee well-being?
Large companies like Amazon and Dell are enforcing a return to office five days a week, a significant moment for many of their employees. More than a logistical change, return-to-office mandates raise important questions about the balance between org.....»»
There"s a crisis in special educational needs provision: Here"s the situation across the UK and Ireland
In the UK and Ireland, children who have significant special educational needs and disabilities can receive their education outside mainstream school. This often takes place in "special schools" or "special classes.".....»»
Students with special educational needs require specialist teachers in mainstream classrooms
A new report from the National Audit Office into special educational needs provision in England has concluded that despite a significant increase in investment over the last decade, "the system is still not delivering better outcomes for children and.....»»
Graphene-based memristors move a step closer to benefiting next-generation computing
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London and Paragraf Limited have demonstrated a significant step forward in the development of graphene-based memristors and unlocking their potential for use in future computing systems and artificial intell.....»»
Facing the uncertainty of cyber insurance claims
Cyber insurance is vital for companies mitigating cyber risks, but the industry still encounters significant challenges, including shifting policy requirements and uncertainty around coverage in the event of an incident. As cyberattacks continue to c.....»»
Molecular insights into the dynamic dance of nanoplastics and natural organic matter
Nanoplastics, emerging as persistent environmental pollutants, pose significant threats due to their durability and wide distribution in water bodies. Their interactions with natural organic matter are critical, influencing pollutant retention, micro.....»»
Understanding the influence of specific gene mutations on starch properties in barley
Cereals such as rice, wheat, maize, and barley are essential in the human diet and have various uses in the food industry. Their suitability for different industrial applications depends on the properties of their grains. The major component of these.....»»
Cross-boundary regions need urgent targeted conservation interventions, says study
The Pan-Himalayan biogeographic domain is a significant region for biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. It has both tropical and extratropical flora and holds ecological, cultural, and socio-economic importance. However, there is still l.....»»
Superconductivity offers new insights into quantum material MnBi₂Te₄
For the first time since the discovery of the material MnBi2Te4 (MBT), researchers at the University of Twente have successfully made it behave like a superconductor. This marks an important step in understanding MBT and is significant for future tec.....»»