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Peregrine falcons expose lasting harms of flame retardant use

Peregrine falcon populations across North America are heavily contaminated with harmful flame retardants–including those that have been phased out for years—according to a new study published in Environmental Science & Technology......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgApr 9th, 2024

Researchers identify two fungal enzymes that hijack the immune system of plants to colonize roots

In nature, plant roots are always colonized by fungi. This interaction can be either mutualistic, benefiting both the plant and the fungus, or pathogenic, where the fungus harms the host plant. A research group led by Professor Dr. Alga Zuccaro at th.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 27th, 2024

Falcons exposed to heavy metals are a red flag for environmental health

Exposure to heavy metals compromises immune functions and reduces reproductive success in the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), according to a new paper by researchers working with the Sbarro Health Research Organization (SHRO) at Temple Universit.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 27th, 2024

The lasting influence of experiences: How memorable consumption shapes well-being and decision-making

Challenging the traditional view of consumption as an isolated, immediate event, Stefania Minardi of HEC Paris and Andrei Savochkin of Bocconi University's Department of Decision Sciences explore the idea that experiences can create lasting mental im.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 26th, 2024

Are fast radio bursts caused by interstellar objects crashing into neutron stars?

Every now and then, astronomers will detect an odd kind of radio signal. So powerful it can outshine a galaxy, but lasting only milliseconds. They are known as fast radio bursts (FRBs). When they were first discovered a couple of decades ago, we had.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 21st, 2024

New organic molecule design can lead to long-lasting, durable OLEDs for displays

Scientists have developed a method to improve the stability and efficiency of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), a technology used in smartphones, TVs, and other electronic displays......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 21st, 2024

Chandra and Hubble tune into "flame-throwing" Guitar Nebula

Normally found only in heavy metal bands or certain post-apocalyptic films, a "flame-throwing guitar" has now been spotted moving through space. Astronomers have captured movies of this extreme cosmic object using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 20th, 2024

Garden produce grown near Fayetteville works fluorochemical plant contains GenX, other PFAS

Residential garden produce grown near the Fayetteville Works fluorochemical plant can expose those who consume it to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), according to a new study conducted by researchers from North Carolina State University, E.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 20th, 2024

"Jekyll and Hyde" leaders do lasting damage, new study shows

There's only one thing worse than an abusive boss—and that's a boss who thinks they can make up for their bad behavior by turning on the charm the following day. That's the key finding from a new study from researchers at Stevens Institute of Techn.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 16th, 2024

Methylmercury: How microbes create the most toxic form of mercury

Mercury is extraordinarily toxic, but it becomes especially dangerous when transformed into methylmercury—a form so harmful that just a few billionths of a gram can cause severe and lasting neurological damage to a developing fetus. Unfortunately,.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 16th, 2024

These are the lasting things that Half-Life 2 gave us, besides headcrabs and crowbars

Beyond the game itself (which rocks), Half-Life 2 had a big impact on PC gaming. It's Half-Life 2 week at Ars Technica! This Saturday, November 16, is the 20th anniversary of th.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 16th, 2024

Cyber professionals face an IP loss reckoning in 2025

AI can expose your work secrets. The same goes for AI-generated content, which has revolutionized workplace productivity but comes with hidden risks. As more employees use AI models to streamline tasks—whether drafting reports, building code, or de.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 13th, 2024

Youth social media: Why proposed legislation won"t fix harms related to data exploitation

Ontario school board lawsuits against social media giants including Meta, Snapchat and TikTok are seeking damages— money paid as a remedy—for the disruption of the educational system......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 10th, 2024

Multi-country study finds significant differences in how poverty is passed from parents to children

Researchers from Stockholm University, Bocconi University, and the Rockwool Foundation have studied poverty's lasting impact across generations in wealthy countries. By examining the United States, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany,.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Novel flame aerosol system excels at creating nanoparticles

Since prehistoric times, humans have used fire to transform raw materials into valuable goods. Examples include using flames to turn clay into pottery, and silica into glass......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Report: Voice of Practitioners 2024 – The True State of Secrets Security

In this study, GitGuardian and CyberArk reveal the stark reality of secrets management across 1,000 organizations. With 79% experiencing secrets leaks and an average remediation time of 27 days, the findings expose critical gaps between security conf.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Research shows decline in out-of-home activities since pandemic

Compared with just before the COVID-19 pandemic, people are spending nearly an hour less a day doing activities outside the home, behavior that researchers say is a lasting consequence of the pandemic......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 31st, 2024

"Wonder Drug" Explores Thalidomide’s Secret History and Harms in the U.S.

In her book Wonder Drug, Jennifer Vanderbes explores the history of thalidomide’s secret history—and harms—in the U.S......»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsOct 28th, 2024

Reuters exposé of hack-for-hire world is back online after Indian court ruling

Reuters exposé of hack-for-hire world is back online after Indian court ruling.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 27th, 2024

COVID lessons learned? UN summit mulls plan for healthy planet, and humans

The COVID-19 and Ebola outbreaks brought into stark relief the harms that can come to humans if we interfere too much with nature, placing ourselves in contact with animals carrying unknown pathogens......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 26th, 2024

An Indian village became Amur falcons" biggest protectors—how conservationists can harness the power of persuasion

Wildlife conservation is an exercise in human persuasion. It may seem counterintuitive that we hold the keys to the survival of wildlife, but 98% of all threatened species are threatened exclusively by human activities such as pollution, invasive spe.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 24th, 2024