Newly discovered degradation process for mRNA could lead to clinical treatments
Researchers at the University of Würzburg have discovered a process that breaks down mRNA molecules in the human body particularly efficiently. This could be useful, for example, in the treatment of cancer. The study is published in Molecular Cell......»»
Tesla’s humanoid robot ‘got a new hand for Black Friday’
A new video appears to show that Tesla's Optimus robot has mastered the complex process of catching an object in midflight......»»
Scientists reveal structural link for initiation of protein synthesis in bacteria
Within a cell, DNA carries the genetic code for building proteins. To build proteins, the cell makes a copy of DNA, called mRNA. Then, another molecule called a ribosome reads the mRNA, translating it into protein. But this step has been a visual mys.....»»
Astrophysicists find evidence that Alfvén waves lead to heat generation in the magnetosphere
A small team of astrophysicists at the University of California, Los Angeles, working with colleagues from the University of Texas at Dallas and the University of Colorado, Boulder, has found evidence that Alfvén waves in space plasmas speed up ion.....»»
Peru scientists unveil crocodile fossil up to 12 million years old
Paleontologists unveiled on Wednesday the fossil of a young marine crocodile dating back 10 to 12 million years that was discovered in a Peruvian desert......»»
The melting of Greenland: A climate challenge with major implications for the 21st century
The melting of Greenland is accelerating, with an estimated loss of between 964 and 1735 gigatons of ice per year by 2100 in a scenario of high greenhouse gas emissions (SSP585), according to three regional climate models. This melting will lead to a.....»»
Dogs prefer texture over shape when identifying objects, research reveals
In a new study exploring how dogs recognize and generalize objects, researchers from Eötvös Lorand University (Budapest) discovered that dogs prioritize texture over shape when identifying objects. The paper is published in the journal Scientific R.....»»
Turns out, the AI upgrade ‘supercycle’ isn’t happening with iPhone or Android
AI was supposed to lead to a supercycle of smartphone growth, not just among iPhone users but also Android. But it turns out, that’s simply not a thing yet—at least based on global 2024 smartphone trends. Sales are trending up, but not at all for.....»»
ESET researchers analyze first UEFI bootkit for Linux systems
ESET Research has discovered the first UEFI bootkit designed for Linux systems, named Bootkitty by its creators. Researchers believe this bootkit is likely an initial proof of concept, and based on ESET telemetry, it has not been deployed in the wild.....»»
Moving "hotspot" created world"s longest straight underwater mountain belt, researchers find
New Curtin University research has revealed that the Ninetyeast Ridge—the Earth's longest straight underwater mountain chain—formed through a different process than previously believed......»»
Best Nothing Phone 2a fast chargers
Charge your Nothing Phone 2a quickly with these fast chargers. The post Best Nothing Phone 2a fast chargers appeared first on Phandroid. The Nothing Phone 2a is a mid-range Android smartphone featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro process.....»»
From days to hours: A faster way to make a promising new catalyst
Scientists have discovered a faster, more sustainable method for making metal-encapsulated covalent organic frameworks (COFs), materials that have the potential to play a crucial role in catalysis, energy storage, and chemical sensing......»»
An Apple security camera could recognize people even if their face isn’t visible
A recent report suggested we might see an Apple security camera launch in 2026, and more than 80% of you said you’d be likely to buy one. We argued that we can expect Apple Intelligence features to be included, and a newly-granted patent backs t.....»»
Researchers reveal exploitable flaws in corporate VPN clients
Researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in the update process of Palo Alto Networks (CVE-2024-5921) and SonicWall (CVE-2024-29014) corporate VPN clients that could be exploited to remotely execute code on users’ devices. CVE-2024-5921 CVE-2.....»»
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Reading PDFs has become second nature, but when it comes to editing, converting, or even organizing PDF documents, the process can be cumbersome. UPDF has changed that, offering an AI-powered PDF solution that makes these complex tasks easier for Mac.....»»
China tries to exert control over Apple Intelligence launch there
A top government official has warned that an Apple Intelligence launch in China would be a “difficult and long process” unless the iPhone maker partners with a local AI company. Working with a Chinese company would instead be “simple and straig.....»»
How to add family members (or friends) to Spotify’s 6-person Family Plan
Yesterday, Spotify announced a new feature for the Premium Family plan: the ability to add 5 people to your account for unlimited music streaming. Because the process is a little tricky, we thought we'd walk you through all the steps. Check it out......»»
Measurements show that crabs can process pain
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg are the first to prove that painful stimuli are sent to the brain of shore crabs, providing more evidence for pain in crustaceans. EEG-style measurements show clear neural reactions in the crustacean's br.....»»
Magnetically driven vortices may be generating Earth-size concentrations of hydrocarbon haze at Jupiter"s poles
While Jupiter's Great Red Spot has been a constant feature of the planet for centuries, University of California, Berkeley, astronomers have discovered equally large spots at the planet's north and south poles that appear and disappear seemingly at r.....»»
Spin-powered crystals dramatically improve water splitting process for clean hydrogen production
Water splitting—breaking water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen—is a promising pathway to sustainable energy. However, this process has long been challenged by the slow chemical kinetics of the oxygen evolution reaction that make hydrogen produ.....»»
Wood ants that actively combat plant diseases could be used in organic apple orchards
The small industrious wood ant can do more than just build high nests in spruce forests. A newly published article in the journal Microbial Ecology reveals that ants combat a range of plant diseases, including those affecting apples. At the same time.....»»