Pinniped craniofacial musculature provides insight on its role in aquatic feeding
Pinnipeds—a group including seals, sea lions and walruses—are relatively recently derived marine mammals that evolved from terrestrial carnivorans and reentered the marine environment. Their recent adaptations to an amphibious lifestyle make thei.....»»
How academia drives sustainability: The impact of science on the UN"s Sustainable Development Goals
The role of universities in the fight for a fairer and more sustainable planet is increasingly significant. A team of researchers from ESPOL has examined how academia contributes to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by analyzing scientifi.....»»
Neural networks boost fusion research with rapid ion temperature and rotation velocity predictions
In fusion experiments, understanding the behavior of the plasma, especially the ion temperature and rotation velocity, is essential. These two parameters play a critical role in the stability and performance of the plasma, making them vital for advan.....»»
Study reveals how parasites thrive by balancing specialization with exploiting diverse species communities
A single shift of a parasite from one host species to another can trigger catastrophic infectious disease outbreaks. Despite this, scientists continue to debate the role of species diversity in natural environments on the spread of these parasites......»»
Study reveals relationship between nitrogen-cycling microbial communities and nitrogen removal
Excess nitrogen (N) input to the inland water bodies and marine ecosystem has contributed to a cascade of environmental issues, so N removal pathways are critical in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems for maintaining homeostasis. Associated functiona.....»»
The role of self-sovereign identity in enterprises
As personal data becomes increasingly commodified and centralized, the need for individuals to reclaim control over their identities has never been more urgent. Meanwhile, traditional identity systems used by enterprises often expose sensitive inform.....»»
Scientists explore geothermal energy potential in supercritical reservoirs
A team of EPFL scientists has provided insight into the mechanisms at work in geothermal reservoirs located deep underground, known as supercritical reservoirs. Through a combination of computer simulations and lab experiments, they showed that rocks.....»»
Alcohol Plays a Major Role in New Cancer Cases
A new report estimates that 40 percent of all cancer cases are associated with factors we can change—alcohol consumption being a prominent one......»»
Survey experiment reveals celebrities and politicians could be the "missing link" to mitigate climate change
Psychologists from Cardiff University have uncovered new insights into the role of celebrities and politicians in influencing public opinion on low-carbon lifestyles. The paper is published in the journal Humanities and Social Sciences Communications.....»»
Joker: Folie à Deux review: an oddly timid musical sequel
In Joker: Folie à Deux, Joaquin Phoenix reprises the role of a misfit wallflower killer in a genre-bending sequel too cautious to really go for it......»»
Best practices for implementing threat exposure management, reducing cyber risk exposure
In this Help Net Security interview, Sanaz Yashar, CEO at Zafran, discusses the role of threat exposure management (TEM) in modern cybersecurity strategies. As traditional vulnerability management evolves, TEM addresses the overwhelming risks arising.....»»
Who is Rick Flag Sr.? James Gunn explains Frank Grillo’s importance to Peacemaker, Superman
In a recent interview, James Gunn teased Frank Grillo's role of Rick Flag Sr. and his impact in the DC Universe......»»
How Soviet legacy has influenced foreign policy in Georgia and Ukraine
The legacy of the Soviet Union's collapse plays a greater role in the foreign policies of Georgia and Ukraine than previous studies have suggested. Conducting foreign policy in former Soviet countries can be a major challenge as the Russian state doe.....»»
Community sports need provincial "assist" to thrive, says report
Whether it's a children's soccer league run by parent volunteers or an adult hockey team whose players spend as much time socializing as shooting pucks, amateur sports play a vital role in enhancing community engagement and public health......»»
Study sheds light on limitations of zooplankton for inactivating pathogen contaminated water
Scientists at The University of Texas at El Paso and Stanford University were recently surprised to find that the natural community of zooplankton—tiny, aquatic animals known to graze on bacteria—present in freshwater and saltwater do not clean w.....»»
Study highlights managers" role in telework success
Amazon has announced that it will end remote work for its office staff starting in January 2025. A decision that seems to go against the current, as the increasing pace of digitalization since the recent pandemic has marked a turning point for telewo.....»»
The Vagus Nerve’s Crucial Role in Creating the Human Sense of Mind
Like a highway system, the vagus nerve branches profusely from your brain through your organs to marshal bodily functions, including aspects of mind such as mood, pleasure, and fear......»»
Andrew Garfield sets the record straight on a Spider-Man return: ‘I would 100% come back’
Would Andrew Garfield reprise his role as Peter Parker? After his appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home, Garfield is open to suiting up as Spider-Man again......»»
Study finds Mexican free-tailed bats unlikely to spread Chagas disease in Texas
Bats are widely known around the world for their role in the spread of a number of zoonotic diseases—illnesses that can spread between humans and animals......»»
Lab owner pleads guilty to faking COVID test results during pandemic
Ill-gotten millions bought a Bentley, Lamborghini, Tesla X, and crypto, among other things. The co-owner of a Chicago-based lab has pleaded guilty for his role in a COVID testing.....»»
Cybersecurity hiring slows, pros’ stress levels rise
66% of cybersecurity professionals say their role is more stressful now than it was five years ago, according to ISACA. Major contributors to rising stress levels among cybersecurity professionals According to the data, the top reasons for increased.....»»