Power Plants Become Bitcoin-Mining Operations. Are There Alternatives?
The New York Focus site writes: A decade ago, the bankrupt owner of the Greenidge power plant in Dresden, New York, sold the uncompetitive coal-fired relic for scrap and surrendered its operating permits. For the next seven years, the plant sat idle.....»»
Shrinking statures, growing insights: Unraveling the genetic underpinnings of dwarfism in squash
In the quest to bolster crop yields and fortify plants against environmental stressors, the delicate interplay of phytohormones stands as a keystone. Yet, our grasp of these genetic levers, particularly those dictating plant stature and resilience to.....»»
Untapped power: Logical operations using RNA droplets
RNA droplets can now be used to perform logical operations that take microRNA sequences as inputs, report scientists from Tokyo Tech. By self-assembling into network-like structures, RNA molecules form liquid-state droplets. These RNA droplets disper.....»»
5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is an incredible smartphone, but there are others to consider. Here are five alternatives to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5......»»
Feds expect to decide this year on Mosaic"s "radioactive roads" plan in Florida
Federal environmental regulators said they expect to decide this year on a controversial proposal that would allow Tampa-based Fortune 500 mining company Mosaic to test its phosphate waste as an ingredient in road construction......»»
New insights into how cyanobacterial proteins cycle carbon in changing conditions
The products of photosynthesis are easy to point out. Plants, algae and cyanobacteria create the air we breathe and the fuel for food webs as they turn carbon dioxide and water into oxygen and sugars. How photosynthesis works, though, is much harder.....»»
Enhancing forest productivity through improved phosphorus use
A research team has reviewed the mechanisms of inorganic phosphorus (Pi) uptake, transport, and signaling in woody plants based on the backbone of model and crop plants. Their findings emphasize the importance of Pi in photosynthesis, respiration, an.....»»
Machine learning helps find advantageous combination of salts and organic solvents for easier anti-icing operations
An Osaka Metropolitan University research team has found a deicing mixture with high effectiveness and low environmental impact after using machine learning to analyze ice melting mechanisms of aqueous solutions of 21 salts and 16 organic solvents. T.....»»
Unpacking CISA’s AI guidelines
CISA’s late April AI and infrastructure guidelines address 16 sectors along with their cybersecurity needs and operations concerning the growth of AI as a tool to build both federal and vendor cybersecurity infrastructure in the federal marketplace.....»»
Alternatives to walking your dog in the summer
Walking your dog daily is an excellent activity for dogs and owners, alike, because it brings mental and physical stimulation to your pet and creates an unbreakable bond between you and your furry friend. However, as summer approaches and the tempera.....»»
Desert hero unveiled: Cissus quadrangularis genome decodes drought survival tactics
As water scarcity looms as a major threat to global ecosystems and food production, the quest to understand how plants like Cissus quadrangularis conquer arid landscapes is more critical than ever. The genetic blueprint of such species could hold the.....»»
Best Amazon Fire Max 11 power banks you can buy in 2024
Charge your Amazon Fire Max 11 anywhere with these best power banks. The post Best Amazon Fire Max 11 power banks you can buy in 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. The Amazon Fire Max 11 is undoubtedly the tablet to buy if you prefer the Fi.....»»
Don’t buy this $300 Motorola phone, get this other one instead
When it comes to comparing the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) and Moto G Power 5G (2024), there's only one winner among the two budget smartphones. Choose wisely......»»
The rise of horse power ~4,200 years ago
All domestic horses living on the planet today, whether racetrack champions, pony-club companions, or heavy draft giants, find their origins in the western Russian steppes of the third millennium BCE. However, the exact chronology of horse domesticat.....»»
A battery charged by your tears may make smart contact lenses a reality
A wafer-thin battery is in development that may be ideal to power smart contact lenses in the future. And it has an unusual way of being recharged......»»
Tribit’s new StormBox 2 speaker gets more power, multi-speaker connectivity
Speaker makers Tribit have launched the $70 StormBox 2, the upgraded model of its popular compact, rugged, and affordable Bluetooth speaker......»»
Walmart discounted this cordless vacuum from $300 to $80
The PrettyCare W200 cordless vacuum, which offers suction power of up to 20,000Pa, is available from Walmart for an affordable $80 following a $220 discount......»»
Fountain of youth for plants: E3 ligase"s role in leaf longevity
A recent study uncovers the intricate molecular mechanisms that regulate leaf senescence in apple plants, focusing on the crucial role of the E3 ligase enzyme, MdPUB23, and its interaction with the ABI5 protein. This research provides valuable insigh.....»»
Charge five devices at once with a $70 portable power pack
The 5-in-1 Multi-Device Power Pack can charge up to five devices at once, and it's only $69.99 (reg. $119). TL;DR: Through June 9, stay powered up anywhere with the 5-in-1 Multi-Device Power Pack for just $69.99 (reg. $119)......»»
Man hides Apple AirTags in power tools, helps police crack massive theft case
A carpenter used hidden Apple AirTags to help police track his stolen tools, leading them to uncover a multi-million dollar theft case. A carpenter has provided police with the key to cracking a multi-million dollar theft case — and it al.....»»
OpenAI Says Russia, China, and Israel Are Using Its Tools for Foreign Influence Campaigns
OpenAI identified five influence operations in Russia, China, Iran, and Israel using its tools to manipulate public opinion. OpenAI identified and removed five covert influence operations based in Russia, China, Iran and Israel that.....»»