New supramolecular polymer shows spontaneous unfolding and aggregation
In polymers, the competition between the folding and aggregation of chains, both at an individual level and between chains, can determine the mechanical, thermal, and conductive properties of such materials. Understanding the interplay of folding and.....»»
Sea anemone study shows how animals restore "shape" following major injury
Our bodies are remarkably skilled at adapting to changing environments. For example, whether amid summer heat or a winter freeze, our internal temperature remains steady at 37°C, thanks to a process called homeostasis. This hidden balancing act is v.....»»
Sea anemone study shows how animals restore "shape" following major injury
Our bodies are remarkably skilled at adapting to changing environments. For example, whether amid summer heat or a winter freeze, our internal temperature remains steady at 37°C, thanks to a process called homeostasis. This hidden balancing act is v.....»»
Migration is a marathon—not a sprint—for hoverflies
Migratory hoverflies fly further—but not faster—than their non-migratory relatives, new research published in iScience shows......»»
Census data analysis shows the South had a much higher mortality rate than the North in the US Civil War
A small team of social scientists at New York University-Abu Dhabi has conducted what they describe as a more accurate assessment of the number of soldiers killed in the U.S. Civil War. In their study published in the Proceedings of the National Acad.....»»
Study of coping strategies shows anti-bullying support within organizations empowers victims to take action
Victims of workplace bullying whose organizations are supportive are less likely to seek help from a trade union or a court of law, a new study finds......»»
An unexpected delay in a standard quantum optical process generates pairs of photons
Since it was first demonstrated in the 1960s, spontaneous parametric down-conversion (SPDC) has been at the center of many quantum optics experiments that test the fundamental laws of physics in quantum mechanics, and in applications like quantum sim.....»»
5 great Amazon Prime Video shows to watch on Thanksgiving
Our picks for the best Amazon Prime TV shows to watch on Thanksgiving include a new crime thriller, a football documentary, and a lovely anthology series......»»
3 great British crime shows to watch on Thanksgiving
If you're craving a good mystery this Thanksgiving, try these three excellent British crime shows starring Wicked's Jonathan Bailey and Wonka's Olivia Colman......»»
5 great Hulu shows to stream on Thanksgiving
After enjoying a tasty dinner among family and friends, curl up with these five great Hulu shows to watch on Thanksgiving......»»
Chemical replacement of TNT explosive more harmful to plants, study shows
The increased use of a chemical compound to replace TNT in explosive devices has a damaging and long lasting effect on plants, new research has shown......»»
10 great shows to watch on Thanksgiving
For those not interested in watching football this holiday season, these 10 TV shows on streaming are guaranteed to pair well with Thanksgiving dinner......»»
People have been Buying Less Foldables, New Data Shows
Xiaomi, Motorola, and HONOR showed impressive numbers, however. The post People have been Buying Less Foldables, New Data Shows appeared first on Phandroid. Since their arrival on the scene, foldable phones have been occasionally touted by.....»»
A matter of time: New research shows how tissue development is temporally organized
When a vertebrate embryo develops, a group of cells self-organizes into the neural tube, eventually becoming the brain and the spinal cord. This involves specific signals, but how these signals are interpreted by developing cells remains unclear. A t.....»»
Shells, teeth and bones of "weird and wonderful organisms" provide historical environmental clues
An international study shows how chemical fingerprints left by "underappreciated" aquatic organisms could help scientists monitor global environmental change......»»
Apple has been working on Vision Pro since at least 2008
Apple is noted for taking its time when it comes to entering new product categories, but a 2008 patent shows that the company had been working on Vision Pro for at least 15 years before it finally launched. Both the patent drawing and the descript.....»»
Submarine canyon plastic accumulation is driven by turbidity currents, simulation study shows
Plastic pollution is an ever-pressing concern for the health of our ocean ecosystems and their inhabitants, with estimates of over 10 million metric tons of plastic litter entering the marine realm each year. While evocative images often highlight su.....»»
Study discovers how algae produce a hormone they use to communicate
A study at the University of Cordoba shows how algae produce auxin, a plant hormone, opening a path of communication with bacteria to generate synergies that could benefit agricultural production. The paper is published in the journal iScience......»»
One of 2022’s best shows is now on Netflix. Here’s why you should binge it now.
Even viewers who aren't into animation can find something to love about Pantheon, and we're sharing three reasons why you should watch it on Netflix......»»
5 great TV shows you need to watch in December
A Dexter prequel, the return of Squid Game, and a new Star Wars show are among five great TV shows you need to watch in December 2024......»»
The latest Apple TV+ lineup is arguably the streamer’s best ever
I’ve been saying it a lot lately, but Apple TV+ is having a very good run of shows at the moment. Not long ago, I highlighted how the streamer owned three of the best shows running on air anywhere. But the current lineup gives that recent peak a ru.....»»