Powerful gene editing approach boosts rotifers in pantheon of laboratory animals
Much about tiny, swimming rotifers makes them ideal study subjects. Although barely visible to the naked eye, these transparent animals and their innards are readily viewed under a microscope. What's more, they grow readily in laboratory culture, off.....»»
Mutations in wheat TaAPA2 gene result in pleiotropic effects on plant architecture
This study is reported by Shisheng Chen's group at the National Key Laboratory of Wheat Improvement, Peking University Institute of Advanced Agricultural Sciences. Plant architecture has significant impact on plant development and productivity, and t.....»»
5 free video editors you should use instead of iMovie
Apple’s iMovie is a solid video-editing app, but if you’re looking for something a little more powerful, there are plenty of excellent free alternatives......»»
The TORRAS Ostand 360 series is the jackknife of iPhone cases
Meet The TORRAS Ostand 360 Case Series for iPhones – it’s got a 360-spin kickstand and ring holder, powerful integrated magnets, and military-grade protection. more….....»»
This Lenovo Legion Pro gaming laptop is nearly $900 off
If you're looking for a powerful gaming laptop, this deal from Lenovo knocks a whopping $896 off the price tag and gives you a laptop with an RTX 4090 mobile......»»
Tourist learns the hard way never to approach a grizzly bear for photos – no matter how cute it looks
Tourist learns the hard way never to approach a grizzly bear for photos – no matter how cute it looks.....»»
Under pressure: How comb jellies have adapted to life at the bottom of the ocean
The bottom of the ocean is not hospitable. There is no light; the temperature is freezing cold; and the pressure of all the water above will literally crush you. The animals that live at this depth have developed biophysical adaptations that allow th.....»»
OnePlus Launches an eSim Variant of the OnePlus Watch 2
It also features some re-designed bits and pieces. The post OnePlus Launches an eSim Variant of the OnePlus Watch 2 appeared first on Phandroid. Alongside the launch of the new and powerful OnePlus Pad Pro, the company has also announced a.....»»
Electrify America boosts charger reliability, access
Electrify America has replaced legacy charging equipment with more sophisticated chargers that can quickly power EVs that have the most advanced systems......»»
Innovative UAV and deep learning method enhances maize tassel detection accuracy
A research team has developed an innovative method utilizing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and deep learning techniques to accurately identify tassel states in maize hybridization fields before and after manual detasseling. This approach significan.....»»
Uranium science researchers investigate feasibility of intentional nuclear forensics
Despite strong regulations and robust international safeguards, authorities routinely interdict nuclear materials outside of regulatory control. Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory are exploring a new method that w.....»»
Magnesium-18"s unique decay process: From theory to practice
Led by physicist Si-Min Wang, the research team at Key Laboratory of Nuclear Physics and Ion-beam Application (MOE), Institute of Modern Physics, and Shanghai Research Center for Theoretical Nuclear Physics, NSFC, Fudan University, has documented tha.....»»
Overburdened caseworkers put foster youths" online safety on the back burner
Foster parents and caseworkers agree: Sexual-related risks are the top concern for online safety for youths in the U.S. child welfare system. But how these two groups approach technology access and other online risks is conflicted, according to resea.....»»
Genetic discovery delays peach bloom, safeguards crops from spring frost
In a pivotal advancement for fruit agriculture, scientists have pinpointed a gene mutation in peach trees that governs the timing of flowering, a trait critical for evading spring frosts. This genetic insight could transform breeding practices, enabl.....»»
Mycotecture off planet: En route to the moon and Mars
A turtle carries its habitat. While reliable, it costs energy in transporting mass. NASA makes the same trade-off when it transports habitats and other structures off planet "on the back" of its missions. While this approach is reliable, to save upma.....»»
The UE Everboom Combines a Rugged Design with Powerful Sound
It's built to withstand the great outdoors. The post The UE Everboom Combines a Rugged Design with Powerful Sound appeared first on Phandroid. Rugged wireless speakers aren’t anything new – in fact, a quick search on Amazon bri.....»»
DNA-based bacterial parasite uses completely new DNA-editing method
Its error rates are too high for safe use but might be improved. Enlarge / Top row: individual steps in the reaction process. Bottom row: cartoon diagram of the top, showing the position of each DNA and RNA strand. (credit: Hirai.....»»
Book Review: Are The Wild Animals in Your Backyard a Nuisance or Neighbors?
Call off the pest control and learn to live with wildlife.....»»
Volkswagen cars give an early taster of Apple’s approach to ChatGPT integration
We won’t be able to experience Apple’s approach to ChatGPT integration until a later iOS 18 beta, but owners of some of the latest Volkswagen cars are being offered what sounds like a very similar experience. A number of VW cars already have a.....»»
Meta Quest headsets testing Vision Pro-style freeform window placement
One of the many differences between Meta Quest headsets and Vision Pro is the far more flexible windowing arrangements possible on Apple’s device. But Meta is now testing an approach which comes much closer to emulating Vision Pro’s approach,.....»»
Apple shares new stats on product longevity; touts iPhone’s resale value vs Android
Alongside expanding its latest changes to the Self Service Repair program to Europe, Apple today has shared a new whitepaper, “Longevity, by Design.” The paper focuses on Apple’s approach to longevity, its principles on repairability, and “th.....»»