Plantain power: Reducing nitrate leaching in pasture systems
Nitrate leaching into water is a challenge globally and practical tools to reduce it are needed to aid in water quality improvement. Researchers from Teagasc investigated the effect of including ribwort plantain with grass-clover for reducing nitrate.....»»
Quantum-inspired design boosts efficiency of heat-to-electricity conversion
Researchers at Rice University have found a new way to improve a key element of thermophotovoltaic (TPV) systems, which convert heat into electricity via light. Using an unconventional approach inspired by quantum physics, Rice engineer Gururaj Naik.....»»
An ad giant wants to run your next TV’s operating system
Sonos is rumored to be building a streaming box running The Trade Desk's OS. An ad company’s foray into TV operating systems (OSes) illustrates a significant shift for TV hardwa.....»»
An ad giant wants to control your next TV’s operating system
Sonos is rumored to be building a streaming box running The Trade Desk's OS. An ad company’s foray into TV operating systems (OSes) illustrates a significant shift for TV hardwa.....»»
Social media has complex effects on adolescent well-being, and policymakers must take note
In late 2024, more than 20 years after the birth of Facebook, the impact of social media on our lives cannot be overstated. Initially underestimated by many in business, social media eventually came to be recognized for its power to enable workers to.....»»
Scientists uncover cross-species neural mechanism for early detection of life motion in visual processing
Visual systems of both humans and animals can detect life motion from the environment at the earliest stage of visual processing, research by scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) uncovered......»»
20 years later, the Nintendo DS remains one of gaming’s best devices
The Nintendo DS turns 20 today, and it still stands tall as one of gaming's most creative, memorable systems......»»
US government steps up oversight of Apple Pay and rivals
The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says it will apply rigorous oversight to Big Tech payment systems such as Apple Pay.Apple Pay on an Apple WatchThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently fined Apple and Goldman Sachs a $90 mi.....»»
SpaceX images show the awesome power of Starship’s Raptor engines
SpaceX has posted some incredible images showing the Super Heavy booster's Raptor engines as they powered the Starship rocket skyward during Tuesday's launch......»»
Deep Instinct delivers malware and ransomware prevention for cloud data stored in S3 buckets
Deep Instinct launched Deep Instinct DSX for Cloud Amazon S3. As organizations increasingly rely on the cloud to power their digital transformation, businesses are generating and storing record amounts of data in the cloud. Cybercriminals know this a.....»»
Reef studies highlight missing clues to conserve fish species
In Australia, shellfish reef restoration projects are helping to recover degraded coastal systems and enhance fish habitat, but much more research is needed to support and evaluate these efforts, researchers say......»»
US, China must collaborate on carbon dioxide removal, report finds
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions alone might not be enough to reach climate action goals: The world's two biggest emitters—the United States and China—must cooperate to accelerate the development of methods that actively remove carbon dioxide fr.....»»
It"s been 100 years since we learned the Milky Way is not the only galaxy
On Sunday November 23, 1924, 100 years ago this month, readers perusing page six of the New York Times would have found an intriguing article, amid several large adverts for fur coats. The headline read: Finds Spiral Nebulae are Stellar Systems: "Dr......»»
From Houston to the moon: Johnson"s thermal vacuum chamber tests lunar solar technology
Imagine designing technology that can survive on the moon for up to a decade, providing a continuous energy supply. NASA selected three companies to develop such systems, aimed at providing a power source at the moon's South Pole for Artemis missions.....»»
Travelers: Come one, come all for these Bluetti Black Friday hauls
If you want to save big on portable power or home backup power solutions you need to see these BLUETTI Black Friday deals, seriously......»»
Tesla Powerwall is the best solar, home backup, and EV charging companion
Come learn about the Tesla Powerwall and how it's pretty much necessary if you're installing a solar power system or own an EV vehicle from Tesla......»»
Study explores the effectiveness of honesty oath for reducing dishonest behaviors
Over the past decades, psychologists and policymakers have been trying to devise interventions that could dissuade individuals from engaging in dishonest social behaviors, such as tax evasion or fraud. One promising strategy they identified entails a.....»»
Apple fixes 2 zero-days exploited to breach macOS systems (CVE-2024-44309, CVE-2024-44308)
Apple has released emergency security updates for macOS Sequoia that fix two zero-day vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-44309, CVE-2024-44308) that “may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems”. About CVE-2024-44309 and CVE-2024-4.....»»
Home Depot’s “Build Your Own” Black Friday power tool deal is its best-kept secret
Home Depot's build your own power tool bundle deal has me weird excited, and you should know about it......»»
These BLUETTI Black Friday deals include its latest Elite 200 V2 portable power station
These two BLUETTI Black Friday deals, including on the Elite 200 V2 its brand new power station, are insane. DO NOT MISS THEM......»»
More BLUETTI Black Friday deals for home power backup and more — Save over $200
Here are some more BLUETTI Black Friday deals worth shopping ahead of the big holiday especially if you want clean, reliable, off-grid power solutions......»»