New photonics sensor to quickly spot bacteria and pesticides on fruit and vegetables
Researchers supported by the EU-funded GRACED project are developing a novel sensor that could drastically improve food safety monitoring in Europe. The ultrasensitive photonics sensor will be able to reliably detect microscopic traces of harmful che.....»»
New solar wind plasma sensor will help track space weather
The Southwest Research Institute-developed Solar Wind Plasma Sensor (SWiPS) has been delivered and integrated into a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) satellite dedicated to tracking space weather. SWiPS will measure the properti.....»»
Bacteria-derived enzyme shows potential for polyethylene biodegradation
Every year, 400 million tons of plastic products are produced worldwide, half of which are single-use items discarded within a year. In particular, non-biodegradable plastic waste, which takes over 500 years to decompose naturally, is mostly treated.....»»
Filament structure found to activate and regulate CRISPR-Cas "protein scissors"
CRISPR-Cas systems help to protect bacteria from viruses. Several different types of CRISPR-Cas defense systems are found in bacteria, which differ in their composition and functions. Among them, the most studied proteins today are Cas9 and Cas12, al.....»»
Quantum research paves the way toward efficient, ultra-high-density optical memory storage
As our digital world generates massive amounts of data—more than 2 quintillion bytes of new content each day—yesterday's storage technologies are quickly reaching their limits. Optical memory devices, which use light to read and write data, offer.....»»
Scientists inject bacteria into fungi to study endosymbiosis
Endosymbiosis is a fascinating biological phenomenon in which an organism lives inside another. Such an unusual relationship is often beneficial for both parties. Even in our bodies, we find remnants of such cohabitation: mitochondria evolved from an.....»»
Wolfs quickly becomes ‘most viewed movie in Apple TV+ history’
Apple may have canceled the film’s wide theatrical debut, but Wolfs has become a hit with Apple TV+ subscribers. The company announced that Wolfs has become ‘the most viewed movie in Apple TV+ history’ and led to a huge increase in overall TV+.....»»
LEGO-inspired RNA sensors enable customizable gene control
A research team has developed an RNA-based sensor platform that can regulate gene expression in bacteria. Their findings were recently featured in the journal Advanced Science......»»
Scientists decode brain mechanisms of stopping in Drosophila
Ever wish you could stop that fruit fly on your kitchen counter in its tracks? Scientists at Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience have created flies that halt under red light. In doing so, they discovered the precise neural mechanisms involv.....»»
First map of every neuron in an adult brain has been produced for a fruit fly
The first wiring diagram of every neuron in an adult brain and the 50 million connections between them has been produced for a fruit fly......»»
Surprising amount and variety of gamma radiation is produced in large tropical thunderstorms, observations reveal
In the 1990s, NASA satellites built to spot high-energy particles coming from supernovas and other celestial-sized objects discovered a surprise—high energy gamma radiation bursts coming from right here on Earth......»»
Seeing double: Designing drugs that target "twin" cancer proteins
Some proteins in the human body are easy to block with a drug; they have an obvious spot in their structure where a drug can fit, like a key in a lock. But other proteins are more difficult to target, with no clear drug-binding sites......»»
Prime Big Deal Days power tool deals: Up to $100 off DeWalt, Milwaukee, Bosch, and more
The return of Prime Big Deal Days power tool deals means massive discounts on brands like DeWalt and Milwaukee, but hurry because stocks may run out quickly......»»
The Audi RS7—they won’t make them like this much longer
We take one last drive in an old favorite, plus there's some RS6 wagon action. Enlarge / I've had a soft spot for Audi's RS7 for at least a decade now. Will Audi replace it, or is this the last in its line? (credit: Jonathan Gitl.....»»
Best Samsung Galaxy S24 FE fast chargers
These best fast chargers will help you charge Samsung Galaxy S24 FE quickly. The post Best Samsung Galaxy S24 FE fast chargers appeared first on Phandroid. The new Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes with multiple upgrades over the predecessor. Th.....»»
Hunting down giant viruses that attack tiny algae
They were said to come from outer space, and there were even claims that they were actually bacteria and that they undermined the very definition of viruses. Giant viruses, nicknamed "giruses," contain enormous quantities of genetic material—up to.....»»
3D-printed setup enables fast and accurate virus detection
A new method for quickly and accurately detecting nanoparticles and viruses marks a major advancement in virus detection technology, merging confocal fluorescence microscopy with microfluidic laminar flow. Unlike traditional PCR methods, which are sl.....»»
Comet A3: How and when to see Tsuchinshan-ATLAS
Stargazers will have the chance to spot what could be the most impressive comet of the year over the coming weeks......»»
Florida island starts long clean-up after Hurricane Helene
Michael Ward—who has lived on Treasure Island, off Florida's Gulf coast, for 33 years—decided to ride out Hurricane Helene despite an order to evacuate. It was a decision he quickly regretted......»»
Fans spot chilling video game Easter egg in The Last of Us season 2 trailer
There's a chilling video game Easter egg hiding in plain sight in the Last of Us season 2 trailer......»»
This smart water bottle is more useful than I expected
The Water.io smart water isn't ideal for everyone, but it packs in just enough smarts to earn a spot in my home......»»