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Personal relationships could be key to ending distracted driving

A multifaceted approach — including strengthening laws and the use of interpersonal relationships to remind people of the dangers of not being attentive behind the wheel — could help put an end to the behavior......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsMar 30th, 2023

Scientists find key to engineering water-responsive biopolymers

Scientists at the Advanced Science Research Center at the CUNY Graduate Center (CUNY ASRC) have developed a novel approach to better understand and predict the behaviors of water-responsive materials—solid matter that can change shape by absorbing.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Driving the biggest, least-efficient electric car: The Hummer EV SUV

Here's what I learned daily-driving the gargantuan electric vehicle. GMC's Hummers have always been divisive. After getting hold of the rights to a civilian version of the US mili.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Age-gap relationships—psychologist discusses different ideals between men and women

This summer, Leonardo DiCaprio made celebrity news when his current girlfriend, an Italian model, turned 26 years old—marking the first time the 49-year-old actor, who is known for dating younger women, has been in a relationship with someone older.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Survey highlights "publish or perish" culture as key factor in research irreproducibility

An international survey involving over 1,600 biomedical researchers has shed light on the perceived causes of irreproducibility in research results. The survey, which included participants from various countries and research institutions, aimed to id.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Women"s education influences fertility rates in sub-Saharan Africa, forecasting model finds

New research reveals a strong link between higher female education and lower fertility rates in sub-Saharan Africa. Educated women are driving a shift toward smaller families and even influencing less educated peers. This new forecasting model offers.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Toddlers, tech and talk: Report explores how children under three use technology

A major study, the first of its kind, has revealed key insights into the extent to which children under 3 years old have access to digital technology in the home, how they use it and how it supports their language development......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Not the usual suspects: Research reveals novel genetic basis of pest resistance to biotech crops

If left unchecked, insect pests can devastate crops. To minimize damage and reduce the need for insecticide sprays, crops have been genetically engineered to produce bacterial proteins that kill key pests but are not harmful to people or wildlife. Ho.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Scientists decipher two-photon vision

Two-photon vision is a novel method with great potential for the future of ophthalmic diagnostics. Although it has many advantages, it requires improvement in key areas. International Centre for Eye Research (ICTER) scientists have taken a step forwa.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Genome sequencing of all four Macadamia species unlocks new potential for crop improvement

A research team has successfully sequenced and assembled the genomes of all four Macadamia species, marking a significant advance in crop improvement efforts for this commercially valuable nut. The findings reveal key genetic traits that could enhanc.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

How to boost Asian American voter turnout in Los Angeles: A new study points the way

Improving the quality of translated voting materials, broadening government outreach to potential voters and increasing the number of in-person voting sites are key to boosting voter turnout among Asian Americans in Los Angeles, according to a newly.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Study reveals effect of slope position on nonstructural carbohydrates in biological soil crusts

Nonstructural carbohydrates (NSCs) provide energy for metabolic processes in plants and play a key role in plant growth, defense and osmoregulation. However, the regulation of NSC in biological soil crusts across different slope positions remains unc.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Unlocking next-gen chip efficiency: Researchers confirm thermal insights for tiny circuits

In a leap toward more powerful and efficient computer chips, researchers at the University of Virginia have confirmed a key principle governing heat flow in thin metal films—a critical component in the race to design faster, smaller and more effici.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Study examines effects of Atlantic circulation on the Amazon rainforest

The Amazon region is a global hotspot of biodiversity and plays a key role in the climate system because of its ability to store large amounts of carbon and its influence on the global water cycle. The rain forest is threatened, however, by climate c.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Apophis: A new European space mission could get up close with a large asteroid that"s set to brush by Earth

The European Space Agency has given the go-ahead for initial work on a mission to visit an asteroid called (99942) Apophis. If approved at a key meeting next year, the robotic spacecraft, known as the Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety (Ramses),.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

iPhone 17 Air will force Apple to give its entire 2025 iPhone lineup one key upgrade

Apple’s iPhone 17 should deliver a big change compared to the previous years. Most rumors say that Apple will introduce a new type of iPhone … The post iPhone 17 Air will force Apple to give its entire 2025 iPhone lineup one key upgrade a.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Ten key moments in the climate change fight

With the UN climate summit to start in Azerbaijan in a week, here is a recap of 10 key dates in the battle against global warming......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Cybersecurity in crisis: Are we ready for what’s coming?

In this Help Net Security video, James Edgar, CISO at Corpay, reveals insights into cybersecurity health, concerns, challenges, and other considerations for building a solid defense program. Key insights revealed in Corpay’s 2024 State of Busin.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Whispr: Open-source multi-vault secret injection tool

Whispr is an open-source CLI tool designed to securely inject secrets from secret vaults, such as AWS Secrets Manager and Azure Key Vault, directly into your application’s environment. This enhances secure local software development by seamlessly m.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Hiring guide: Key skills for cybersecurity researchers

In this Help Net Security interview, Rachel Barouch, an Organizational Coach for VCs and startups and a former VP HR in both a VC and a Cybersecurity startup, discusses the dynamics of cybersecurity researchers and team-building strategies. She highl.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

5 useful Apple CarPlay features you might have missed

One key feature drivers look for when buying a new car is whether it features Apple CarPlay integration. We’re still waiting for the upcoming all-new … The post 5 useful Apple CarPlay features you might have missed appeared first on BGR......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024