New fluorescence probe enables the quantification of trace analytes in whole blood
Quick assessment of trace blood components in untreated blood samples is possible with fluorescence tests but, in practice, blood's strong autofluorescence interferes with the analysis. In the journal Angewandte Chemie International Edition, a resear.....»»
Novel light source enables better temporal resolution of UV-induced molecular dynamics
The Attosecond Science group at the Center for Free-Electron Laser Science has developed a novel light source capable of producing extremely short pulses for the investigation of UV-induced molecular dynamics with unprecedented temporal resolution. S.....»»
Apple offers Private Cloud Compute up for a security probe
Apple advised at launch that Private Cloud Compute's security will be inspectable by third parties. On Thursday, it fulfilled its promise.The virtual environment for testing Private Cloud Compute - Image credit: AppleIn July, Apple introduced Apple I.....»»
Polar bears" exposure to pathogens is increasing as their environment changes, blood samples suggest
As the Arctic warms, polar bears now face a greater risk of contracting several pathogens than bears three decades ago. Karyn Rode and Caroline Van Hemert of the U.S. Geological Survey report these findings in a new study published October 23, 2024,.....»»
Apple and Goldman Sachs fined over $89 million for ‘Apple Card failures’
Apple and Goldman Sachs have officially been hit with over $89 million in fines due to “Apple Card failures.” The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced the ruling today after a multi-year probe into Apple Card. While it was initially.....»»
TSMC says it reported itself to US govt; Apple chip production may be at risk [U]
The US Commerce Department is carrying out an investigation into whether Apple chipmaker TSMC breached US sanctions against China by supplying smartphone and AI chips to Huawei. The probe was in part driven by Huawei’s surprising ability to resume.....»»
Packet Capture cStor 200S enables organizations to capture, analyze, and optimize network traffic
cPacket Networks launched Packet Capture cStor 200S, the latest addition to its Packet Capture and analytics portfolio. Engineered to meet the escalating demands of enterprise data centers, high-frequency trading platforms, and mission-critical netwo.....»»
Cranium Detect AI accelerates AI governance
Cranium launched Detect AI, an AI discovery tool at scale. With this launch, Cranium is extending its platform capabilities to include visibility and access across an organization’s AI instances, which enables security and compliance teams to u.....»»
US TSMC probe puts iPhone chips at risk
A US Commerce Department investigation into a possible sanctions breach by TSMC could spell trouble for Apple, as its chip partner could face penalties that ultimately harm production of iPhone and Mac chips.A TSMC factory sign - Image credit: TSMCTh.....»»
TSMC alerts U.S. to possible AI chip sanctions breach by Huawei
TSMC has advised the U.S. that there was an attempt by Huawei to violate sanctions against China restricting the export of AI chips to China, as the probe that could affect Apple chip production rolls on.Dies on wafers - Image credit: TSMCThe United.....»»
Promising triazole molecular catalyst enables efficient electroreduction of carbon dioxide to methane
The efficient conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2)—one of the main compounds contributing to climate change—into useful fuels and chemicals is a long sought-after research goal. Recent studies have introduced various catalysts that could be used to.....»»
Tracking vampire worms with machine learning
Blood samples of patients infected with a parasitic worm that causes schistosomiasis contain hidden information that marks different stages of the disease. In our recently published research, our team used machine learning to uncover that hidden info.....»»
3D structures of biomolecules: "Dictionaries" make fluorescence-based data accessible
A research team from Germany and the U.S. led by Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU) has developed a data description that can provide results from fluorescence measurements for structural and dynamic modeling of large biomolecules......»»
TSMC may have breached US sanctions; Apple chip production could be at risk
The US Commerce Department is carrying out an investigation into whether Apple chipmaker TSMC breached US sanctions against China by supplying smartphone and AI chips to Huawei. The probe was in part driven by Huawei’s surprising ability to resume.....»»
Fast super-resolved microscopy enables structured illumination and extended depth detection
Fluorescence microscopy is a powerful tool in biology, allowing researchers to visualize the intricate world of cells and tissues at a molecular level. While this technique has revolutionized our understanding of biological processes, imaging large a.....»»
NHTSA opens probe into 2.4 million Teslas over Full Self-Driving collisions
A Tesla with Full Self-Driving technology fatally struck a pedestrian, NHTSA said......»»
Astronomers trace the origin of meteorites that have struck Earth
Astronomers trace the origin of meteorites that have struck Earth.....»»
Smashed hotel room, narcotics found as Liam Payne death probe unfolds
Smashed hotel room, narcotics found as Liam Payne death probe unfolds.....»»
The Sisterhood faces a powerful foe in Dune: Prophecy trailer
"I see the corruption in your heart the same way I see the blood trailing your every step." Dune: Prophecy will premiere on HBO and Max on November 17, 2024......»»
Pioneering robot system enables 24/7 monitoring of honeybee behavior
Researchers at Durham University, in collaboration with international partners, have developed a robotic system that allows for continuous, long-term observation of honeybee colonies......»»
A new generation of telescopes will probe the "unknown unknowns" that could transform our knowledge of the universe
In recent decades, we've learned huge amounts about the universe and its history. The rapidly developing technology of telescopes—both on Earth and in space—has been a key part of this process, and those that are due to start operating over the n.....»»