Potent alpaca nanobodies neutralize SARS-CoV-2 variants
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have developed a novel strategy for identifying potent miniature antibodies, so-called nanobodies, against emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants. The approach led to the discovery of multiple nanobodies that in c.....»»
A Crucial Group of Covid Drugs Has Stopped Working
A key tool in the early pandemic response, monoclonal antibodies are now ineffective against new variants. Immunocompromised patients are especially at risk......»»
New Zealand wants to tax cow burps—here"s why that"s not the best climate solution
New Zealand, where agriculture is one of the largest contributors to climate change, is proposing a tax on cow burps. The reason seems simple enough: Cows release methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and New Zealand has a goal of reaching net-zero emiss.....»»
Amazon’s entire Fire TV Stick and Cube lineup is discounted
Amazon rolled out discounts to let shoppers get one of the different variants of the Amazon Fire TV Stick or the Amazon Fire TV Cube for cheaper than usual......»»
Ukraine war: Casualty counts from either side can be potent weapons and shouldn"t always be believed
The war in Ukraine is shaping up to be one of the bloodiest of the 21st century, with both sides reported to be losing hundreds of soldiers each day as the conflict moves towards its first anniversary. But quite how many people are dying in this bitt.....»»
Researchers find deer carry SARS-CoV-2 variants that are extinct in humans
Cornell University researchers have found that white-tailed deer—the most abundant large mammal in North America—are harboring SARS-CoV-2 variants that were once widely circulated, but no longer found in humans......»»
Evolutionary trade-offs: Balancing genetic disease risks and pathogen protection
Certain genes can exist in different, functionally divergent variants in the individuals of a species. If they lead to clear differences, for example in a phenotype or susceptibility to disease, this is known in biology as a polymorphism. Typical exa.....»»
Philips Fidelio FB1 review: the sledgehammer of soundbars
With impressively potent bass, the only thing holding the Philips Fidelio FB1 soundbar back is its software......»»
UV lamps used for disinfection may impair indoor air quality
Using ultraviolet germicidal radiation (UVGI) to disinfect indoor spaces is a demonstrably effective way of deactivating various pathogens (including the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus). It deactivates bacteria and viruses by exposing them to high-energy UV.....»»
Host-cell factors involved in COVID-19 infections may augur improved treatments
Researchers at University of California San Diego and UC Riverside have further elucidated the molecular pathway used by the SARS-CoV-2 virus to infect human lung cells, identifying a key host-cell player that may prove a new and enduring therapeutic.....»»
How a sugar cane pathogen is gearing up a new era of antibiotic discovery
A potent plant toxin with a unique way of killing harmful bacteria has emerged as one of the strongest new antibiotic candidates in decades......»»
2023 Mac mini Geekbench scores show dramatic multi-core improvements over M1 model
We didn’t have long to wait for 2023 Mac mini Geekbench scores, for both M2 and M2 Pro variants. As you’d expect, they show pretty dramatic performance gains over the M1 model launched back in November of 2020. The base model M2 machine gets a r.....»»
"More potent than cyanide": How to stay safe from blue-ringed octopus this summer
As an octopus biologist, I get a call from the media every summer because someone has had an encounter with a blue-ringed octopus. Thankfully, everyone has been OK......»»
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro just got big price cuts
Samsung is offering discounts on all variants of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Don't miss this chance to buy the wearable device......»»
X-ray light reveals how virus responsible for COVID-19 covers its tracks, eluding the immune system
The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS CoV-2 virus, continues to threaten populations around the world, after killing over 1 million Americans. In recent weeks, XBB.1.5, the most transmissible variant to date, has started to sweep across the count.....»»
Raspberry Pi Announces New Camera Module
Raspberry Pi announced today that there is a new vision system available for their eco system: The Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3. The new hardware has four variants: All four have a 12 megapixel 7.9mm (diagonal) Sony IMX708 sensor with autofocus and.....»»
US acceptance of COVID vaccines rises, now like other Western democracies
Despite the controversy, the US's vaccine acceptance looks very European. Enlarge (credit: Luis Alvarez) COVID vaccines remain the safest way to reduce the chance that SARS-CoV-2 can put you in the hospital and are a cri.....»»
Raspberry Pi upgrades its Camera Module with HDR, autofocus, and more
There's also a new lens-mounting attachment available for truly big photos. Enlarge / The Raspberry Pi Camera Module 3 variants. Green are standard, black are infrared. And it's implied that this photo is showing off some of the.....»»
Nitrous oxide emissions higher from soils lacking organic matter
Emissions from soil of the potent greenhouse gas nitrous oxide can be drastically reduced just by adding carbon-rich manure, new research from Rothamsted Research and the University of Bristol shows......»»
Why Do You Get Sick in the Winter? Blame Your Nose
A new study shows that as temperatures drop, nasal cells release fewer of the tiny protectors that bind and neutralize invading germs......»»
Marvel Snap’s Winterverse event introduces new cards, variants, and more
Marvel Snap's first holiday-themed event features Winterverse card variants, new Darkhawk and Sentry Cards, and more......»»