New Omicron Variants Are Here--What We Know So Far
The variants appear to sneak past the immune system, but vaccines will likely continue to hold strong.....»»
COVID-19 virus is evolving rapidly in white-tailed deer, new research finds
White-tailed deer across Ohio have been infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, new research has found—and the results also show that viral variants evolve about three times faster in deer than in humans......»»
App for visualizing the bovine physical–genetic map
Physical maps are created in genome research to illustrate how the genetic information is arranged on individual chromosomes. In addition, genetic maps show the probability with which genetic variants can be transmitted together from one parent to an.....»»
Same code, different ransomware? Leaks kick-start myriad of new variants
Threat landscape trends demonstrate the impressive flexibility of cybercriminals as they continually seek out fresh methods of attack, including exploiting vulnerabilities, gaining unauthorized access, compromising sensitive information, and defraudi.....»»
Team develops all-species coronavirus test
In an advance that will help scientists track coronavirus variants in wild and domesticated animals, researchers report they can now detect exposure to the SARS-CoV-2 virus in any animal species. Most coronavirus antibody tests require specialized ch.....»»
Apple Watch Series 8 is heavily discounted in the 4th of July sales
The Apple Watch Series 8 is a great addition to your wrist, especially if you're active. All its variants are on sale now at Amazon......»»
New way to identify RNA variants could make CRISPR gene editing more effective
CRISPR gene editing is a breakthrough that has been used to treat diseases such as sickle cell anemia, leukemia and genetic disorders, but it has challenges that limit its broad utility......»»
Mazda3, CX-30, CX-5 get new Carbon Turbo variants
Mazda's Mazda3, CX-30 and CX-5 will offer new Carbon Turbo variants that get a turbocharged engine, standard all-wheel drive and distinct looks......»»
Iffy rumor claims Apple"s VR headset will be available in six colors, each with two storage options
A leaker with no track record with Apple products claims that there will be 12 different color and storage variants of the upcoming VR headset — but that is incredibly unlikely at launch.Apple VR headset renderIn a very brief report regarding the u.....»»
Optimized prime editing alters genes of living mice, marking major advance
Harvard University researchers have improved a gene editing process for studying and treating genetic disorders. The prime editing method is effective in human cells, targeting single nucleotide variants with the ability to precisely correct pathogen.....»»
New Update Arrives for Samsung Galaxy A53
A new update has finally arrived for American variants of the phone, which features the latest May 2023 security patch. While Samsung’s Galaxy A53 has now been succeeded by the newer Galaxy A54, the company has nevertheless remained c.....»»
Ranger Raptor embodies Ford strategy of high-margin, low-cost variants
The 2024 Ranger Raptor, which expands Ford's line of high-performance off-roaders into the midsize pickup segment, costs 67 percent more than the truck's base model but shares most of the same parts......»»
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is now Available in More Colors, but with a Catch
Xiaomi recently announced that it will be releasing the phone in a handful of new color variants. It’s been a while since the launch of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, the latest and greatest blockbuster flagship phone series from the popular Ch.....»»
Scientists use ultrabright X-ray beams to characterize broadly neutralizing antibodies against a range of coronaviruses
New variants of the coronavirus that caused the COVID-19 pandemic continue to emerge. To combat them, researchers are doing everything they can to find new therapies that can target a broad range of different coronavirus strains......»»
Researchers explain origins of dangerous coronavirus variants
HSE researchers, in collaboration with their colleagues from Skoltech and the Central Research Institute for Epidemiology, have uncovered the mechanisms behind the emergence of new and dangerous coronavirus variants, such as alpha, delta, omicron, an.....»»
Study suggests catalyst for human brain evolution
More than a million years ago, large chunks of the human genome were rearranged—a chance event during egg or sperm formation that led to the deletion, duplication, or reversal of sections of DNA. Those structural variants, researchers have now disc.....»»
TSMC talks about enhanced N3E and other 3nm variants
At its 2023 North America Technology Symposium, TSMC showcased progress in its 2nm technology and new 3nm process variants, including an improved N3E......»»
Novel living yeast-based dual biosensor for detecting peptide variants
Biosensors—sensors that can detect biological samples—are powerful tools for understanding the function, composition, and structure of biochemical molecules. Biosensors are often applied for the detection of proteins and their subunits, called pe.....»»
Loki season 2 might feature several Kang variants
Marvel has yet to share the release date for Loki season 2, although Owen Wilson recently teased a September Disney Plus premiere for the highly … The post Loki season 2 might feature several Kang variants appeared first on BGR. Marv.....»»
15-inch MacBook Air to get M2 chip only, says leaker, as M3 plan abandoned
Multiple sources have indicated that Apple had planned to launch the upcoming 15-inch MacBook Air in a number of variants, the base model having an M2 chip, and a top-end model with an M3 one. However, a leaker with a reasonable track record says th.....»»
VW, Rivian confirm EV tax credit eligibility
All variants of VW's 2023 ID4 meet the requirements for the full $7,500 tax credit this year, while certain configurations of Rivian's R1S and R1T EVs are eligible for a $3,750 credit......»»