Promoting axon regeneration in the zebrafish spinal cord
After an injury to the spinal cord, patients often remain paralyzed because damaged nerve tracts do not regrow due to the formation of scar tissue. Scientists from the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light in Erlangen, together with colleague.....»»
Taiwan aims to develop one-stop MaaS app
Taiwan is promoting the development of Mobility as a Service (MaaS). Earlier in 2021, the Ministry of Transportation and Communication (MOTC) authorized a MaaS plan for four counties and cities in Taiwan including Kaohsiung City, Taichung City, Pengh.....»»
Nissan to build EV battery recycling facilities in Europe and US in five years
Nissan will set up electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling plants in Europe and the US through its subsidiary before the fiscal year 2025, apart from continuing promoting battery recycling in Japan......»»
Japan, China still lack EV chargers
The lack of charging infrastructures is a mutual concern for most countries promoting EVs, especially in Japan and China, where sales of EVs are increasing more significantly than charging stations......»»
Team succeeds in culturing the pygmy zebra octopus
For generations, scientists have relied on a handful of organisms to study the fundamentals of biology. The usual suspects—fruit flies, zebrafish, and mice, among others—all have short lifespans, small body size, can be bred through multiple gene.....»»
Breakthrough identification of proteins necessary for muscle regeneration
A researcher has identified the proteins necessary for efficient regeneration of skeletal muscles after acute injury and in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) clearing the way for drug development for skeletal muscle diseases......»»
Bringing cells closer to form new tissues
The field of tissue engineering is constantly exploring the possibility of using different properties of various biomaterials to achieve tissue regeneration. However, a key factor in creating effective tissues that can ameliorate and act as physical.....»»
Breakthrough identification of proteins necessary for muscle regeneration
A researcher at the University of Houston College of Pharmacy has identified the proteins necessary for efficient regeneration of skeletal muscles after acute injury and in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Ashok Kumar, Else and Philip Hargrove Endo.....»»
What to expect from Apple in 2022: ARM desktops, portless iPhones, and more
We try to predict Cupertino's output in the coming year. Enlarge / The 2021 MacBook Pro with MagSafe isn't the last Apple Silicon transition we'll see. The Mac Pro and 27-inch iMac will probably be updated in 2022. (credit: Samuel Axon.....»»
This USB "Kill Cord" Can Instantly Wipe Your Laptop if Snatched or Stolen
An anonymous reader shares a report: Journalists, activists, and human rights defenders face a constant battle to keep files safe from a growing set of digital threats and surveillance. But physical attacks can be challenging to defend against, wheth.....»»
Amazon Partnered With China Propaganda Arm
Amazon bent over backwards to sell kindle and cloud services in China, Reuters reported on Friday. The company attempted to curry favor with Beijing by promoting President Xiâ(TM)s books as "best sellers," censoring reviews of propaganda films a.....»»
A biopolymer hydrogel with amino-functionalized bioactive glass for accelerated bone regeneration
Composite hydrogels can incorporate natural polymers and bioactive glass as promising materials for bone regeneration. However, the applications of such constructs are limited by poor compatibility between organic and inorganic phases. In a new study.....»»
Vietnamese Vinh Phuc province promoting car manufacturing
Vinh Phuc province in Vietnam has attracted a total of US$1.1 billion foreign direct investment this year, rising 50% on year, according to Vietnamese-language VnEconomy. Provincial officials said they are in connection with European carmakers, hopin.....»»
iOS 15.2 and macOS 12.1 add several previously delayed features
SharePlay comes to macOS, and the new Apple Music plan comes to everything. Enlarge / The iPhone 13 Pro Max, photographed by the iPhone 13 Pro in low light. (credit: Samuel Axon) As is customary, Apple has released new OS upda.....»»
Apple’s iOS 15.2 and macOS 12.1 updates hit supported devices today
SharePlay comes to macOS, and the new Apple Music plan comes to everything. Enlarge / The iPhone 13 Pro Max, photographed by the iPhone 13 Pro in low light. (credit: Samuel Axon) As has now become a custom, Apple has released.....»»
Drug made from pig intestine helps escape the "trap" of clot-causing immune response
Two complementary studies show that defibrotide can successfully suppress the formation and progression of neutrophil extracellular traps, or NETs, which are web-like networks of toxic proteins that play a role in forming blood clots and promoting in.....»»
Two-year follow up shows delaying umbilical cord clamping saves babies’ lives
A new study finds that aiming to wait just 60 seconds to clamp the umbilical cord of very premature babies at birth continues to have benefits two years on - decreasing the child's risk of death or major disability......»»
Rethinking police reform: From defunding to promoting sustainability
Derek Chauvin was convicted of the murder of George Floyd on June 25, 2021. Since then, calls for police reform haven't been as loud......»»
OneDrive joins Dropbox in committing to native M1 Mac support
Native apps are rolling out all the time, but utilities are sometimes outliers. Enlarge / The 2021 14-inch MacBook Pro stacked on top of the 2021 16-inch MacBook Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Microsoft has announced a public prev.....»»
Best Roku deals for December 2021
Want to cut the cord? A Roku is a great alternative to Big Cable. We've scoured the web for the best deals......»»
Facebook sold ads comparing vaccine to Holocaust
Facebook has sold ads promoting anti-vaccine messages, comparing the US government's response to Covid-19 to Nazi Germany, casting doubt on the result of the 2020 election, and even pushing political violence......»»