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.....»»
John McAfee"s Death Complicates US Efforts To Seize His Assets
John McAfee's death last week in a Spanish prison complicates the U.S. government's intent to recover millions of dollars it says the software tycoon owed in taxes and allegedly ill-gotten gains from promoting cryptocurrencies. From a report: McAfee,.....»»
The best ZTE Axon 30 Ultra cases and covers
ZTE may not be the first name on your lips when looking for a new phone, but the Axon 30 Ultra might change that. Here are the best ZTE Axon 30 Ultra cases......»»
YouTube TV adds a $20 monthly upgrade for 4K support and offline viewing
With less than a month to go before the Olympics kick off in Tokyo, cord-cutting services like YouTube TV are attempting to woo new subscribers who are looking for a way to watch summer sports. But whether or not you’re eager to watch Simone Bi.....»»
Food protein can eliminate pungency and bitterness of extra virgin olive oil
Researchers have been investigating the potential health-promoting qualities of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) for decades, including its possible medicinal value for preventing cancer, Alzheimer's, and cardiovascular disease, as part of the well-know.....»»
Apple exec: “Sideloading in this case is actually eliminating choice”
Facing legal actions, Apple argues on the basis of privacy, security. Enlarge / The iPhone 12 mini. (credit: Samuel Axon) Facing calls from regulators to open the gates to alternative app stores and sideloaded apps on the iPhone, Apple has lau.....»»
Sling TV: Everything you need to know
Sling TV is the best live TV service for most new cord-cutters. It has lots of channels, affordable prices, and great DVR features, but is Sling right for you?.....»»
Urban green space brings happiness when money can"t buy it anymore
Urban green spaces, such as parks, backyards, riverbanks, and urban farmlands, are thought to contribute to citizen happiness by promoting physical and mental health. While a number of previous studies have reported the mental benefits of green space.....»»
How do developing spinal cords choose "heads" or "tails"?
The progression from a round ball of cells to an embryo with a head and a tail is one of the most critical steps in an organism's development. But just how cells first start organizing themselves with directionality along this head-to-tail axis is ha.....»»
Passive rewilding can rapidly expand UK woodland at no cost
A long-term passive rewilding study has shown that natural woodland regeneration could make a significant contribution to meeting the UK's ambitious tree planting targets—potentially at no cost and within relatively short timescales......»»
"Nanodecoy" therapy binds and neutralizes SARS-CoV-2 virus
Nanodecoys made from human lung spheroid cells (LSCs) can bind to and neutralize SARS-CoV-2, promoting viral clearance and reducing lung injury in a macaque model of COVID-19. By mimicking the receptor that the virus binds to rather than targeting th.....»»
China CE brands promoting GaN fast chargers
China brand vendors such as Xiaomi and Anker have rolled out their GaN-based fast charging devices for consumer technology products, which will be stimulating demand for GaN-on-Si chips, according to industry sources......»»
How stem cells synchronize to repair the spinal cord in axolotls
The spinal cord is an important component of our central nervous system: it connects the brain with the rest of the body and plays a crucial part in coordinating our sensations with our actions. Falls, violence, disease—various forms of trauma can.....»»
ZTE Axon 30 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 5: Head-to-head comparison
The ZTE Axon 30 Ultra is a powerful Android smartphone that performs well and comes at a reasonable price. But how does it stack up against the Google Pixel 5?.....»»
Best cheap Roku deals for June 2021
Want to cut the cord? A Roku is a great alternative to Big Cable. We've scoured the web for the best deals......»»
ZTE Axon 30 Ultra vs. Apple iPhone 12
The ZTE Axon 30 Ultra is one of the smartphone surprises of 2021, featuring great Android performance at a reasonable price. We compare it with the Phone 12......»»
Cholesterol metabolite induces production of cancer-promoting vesicles
Scientists studying the link between cholesterol and breast cancer report that a byproduct of cholesterol metabolism causes some cells to send out cancer-promoting signals to other cells. These signals are packaged in membrane-bound compartments call.....»»
These macOS Monterey features won’t work on Intel Macs
Intel Macs' lack of an equivalent to the M1's Neural Engine may be to blame. The back of the 24-inch iMac. [credit: Samuel Axon.....»»
How the amphibians got their vertebrae
A group of ancient amphibians called temnospondyls evolved stiffer spinal columns to adapt to aquatic life, contrary to previous hypotheses, according to a study published June 9, 2021 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Aja Mia Carter of the Univ.....»»
24-inch iMac review: There’s still no step three
It's not Apple's best for power users, but it's a nice fit for everyone else. Enlarge / The 2021, 24-inch iMac with Apple's M1. (credit: Samuel Axon) Much has been written about people embracing nostalgia for comfort during the COVID-19 pandem.....»»
Studies reveal skull as unexpected source of brain immunity
Researchers have discovered that the immune cells that protect the brain and spinal cord come primarily from the skull. The finding opens up the possibility of developing therapies to target such cells as a way to prevent or treat brain conditions......»»