Pineapple mint"s genetic blueprint: A comprehensive genome assembly
Mentha suaveolens, commonly known as pineapple mint, is valued for its distinct aroma and medicinal properties, which are attributed to its essential oils......»»
Apple looking at expanding AirPods manufacture to India to help avoid tariffs
Apple is continuing to find a way to work around impending tariffs on imports from China, with AirPods said to be the latest product to benefit from India assembly.AirPods are soon to be refreshedFoxconn has been Apple's assembly partner for years, a.....»»
The origin of genetic code: Study finds textbook version needs revision
Despite awe-inspiring diversity, nearly every lifeform—from bacteria to blue whales—shares the same genetic code. How and when this code came about has been the subject of much scientific controversy......»»
Mosquito genetics may explain why Zika virus outbreaks are rare in Africa: Climate change could shift the balance
A study reveals that Africa's low rates of Zika virus outbreaks may be due to a surprising factor: the genetic makeup of local mosquito populations......»»
Once-endangered Kirtland"s warblers show extensive signs of inbreeding in genome
The genome of a once-endangered songbird shows extensive signs of inbreeding, according to a new study by Penn State researchers. Because inbreeding can negatively impact survival and reproduction, the results could guide continuing conservation effo.....»»
Strengthening security posture with comprehensive cybersecurity assessments
In this Help Net Security interview, Phani Dasari, CISO at HGS, discusses key aspects of cybersecurity assessments, including effective tools and methodologies, the role of AI and automation, and strategies for aligning assessments with organizationa.....»»
Experiments show coating rice seedling with nanoscale carbon dots from durian helps rice plants thrive in salty soil
Extreme weather and pollution have increased the salt content in some soil, making growing conditions harsh for salt-sensitive crops like rice. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Nano detail a possible solution that doesn't require genetic modificatio.....»»
Spectroscopy and AI method provide unique window into protein structure and mechanism of action
The lab of Hassane Mchaourab, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence in Protein Dynamics and professor of molecular physiology and biophysics, has developed a methodological blueprint that couples experimental double electron–el.....»»
Chemists develop color-changing test for rapid salmonella detection
A group of chemists at the University at Albany have developed a new method for fast-acting salmonella detection. The test employs a paper strip that changes color in the presence of the bacterial genome, enabling quick screening for salmonella in fo.....»»
Gene editing and plant domestication essential to protect food supplies in a worsening climate, scientists say
We all need to eat, but the impact of the climate crisis on our crops is throwing the world's food supply into question. Modern crops, domesticated for high food yields and ease of harvesting, lack the genetic resources to respond to the climate cris.....»»
You can now download Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s character creator for free
Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been praised for its comprehensive character designer, and now you can try it out free for yourself......»»
Study confirms two forms of longtooth groupers in Asia are separate species of fish
A team of marine biologists from the Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency, the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History, also in Japan, and the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, has found via genetic and physical study that tw.....»»
Hybridization of landlocked and anadromous Atlantic salmon to rescue a population threatened by inbreeding
The doctoral dissertation of Aslak Eronen, MSc, entitled "Hybridization of landlocked and anadromous Atlantic salmon: Potential genetic rescue in a population threatened by inbreeding" will be defended at the Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technolo.....»»
Feminist mothers may be compromising their own children"s sex education at home
In a new study, researchers from Surrey's School of Sociology found that self-identified feminist mothers across England unintentionally compromised their values about children's rights to comprehensive sex education due to societal pressures and fea.....»»
Open-source platform supports large imaging data analysis of single cell responses to manipulation
Modern day drug discovery is shifting from single end point assays to more complex phenotypic assays that query single cell and population responses to chemicals and genetic manipulation......»»
Customized CRISPR toolkit allows remote-controlled genome editing
Thanks to CRISPR, medical specialists will soon have unprecedented control over how they treat and prevent some of the most challenging genetic disorders and diseases......»»
New map shows where koalas are at most risk
A first-of-its-kind map created by a team of scientists at the University of Sydney shows that the genetic diversity of koala populations is in decline across Australia, putting the iconic marsupial at increased risk of extinction......»»
Hidden DNA in plants reveals secrets of photosynthesis
Scientists have uncovered genetic variation in the unexplored DNA of the photosynthetic and energy factories of Arabidopsis plants, which plays a crucial role in the efficiency of photosynthesis in plants. These insights—published Nov. 27 in the Pr.....»»
Research offers insights into Permian Basin earthquake hazards
A new collection of published papers offers the most detailed and comprehensive breakdown yet of how water injected into the Permian Basin during oil and gas operations is changing subsurface pressures and causing earthquakes......»»
Study reveals women excel in effective aspects of leadership
Samantha Paustian-Underdahl, a researcher and organizational expert in the Florida State University College of Business, led a comprehensive study that challenges long-held assumptions about gender and leadership effectiveness......»»
Scientists develop self-sustained protein transport and tissue assembly in artificial cells
In a new Nature Communications study, scientists have developed a novel method for artificial cells to interact with their external environment without the need for complex modification processes......»»