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.....»»
Tumors illuminated brightly and precisely with new biodegradable nanoprobe
New nanoprobes tested in zebrafish could help detect cancer more accurately and might aid diagnosis and therapy in the future......»»
Embryonic tissue undergoes phase transition
When scientists at the Institute of Science and Technology (IST) Austria looked at developing zebrafish embryos, they observed an abrupt and dramatic change: Within just a few minutes, the solid-like embryonic tissue becomes fluid-like. What could ca.....»»
Sports trading card platform Alt launches with $31 million in funding and plenty of market hype
The alternative asset market showed promise pre-pandemic but amid a broader rally among traditional asset classes, the number of investors searching for and promoting value in the space has exploded. That has, in turn, promoted a pretty major influx.....»»
Researchers find ribosome assembly essential for stem cell regeneration
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have identified genes responsible for hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) regeneration via the assembly of the ribosome, the protein factories in cells that translate mRNA sequences into amino acid.....»»
Adobe Photoshop now runs natively on M1 Macs
Other M1-native apps that hit this week include 1Password and DaVinci Resolve. Enlarge / Adobe Photoshop in macOS Big Sur. (credit: Samuel Axon) After a multimonth beta period, software company Adobe has publicly released a version of its Phot.....»»
From egg to embryo: How developing zebrafish keep RNA levels in check
Mature egg cells and early embryos do not generate their own RNA molecules—instead, they rely on stored maternal RNAs to synthesize their proteins. As the embryo develops, some of these RNAs become superfluous and need to be degraded. Researchers a.....»»
Injectable porous scaffolds promote better, quicker healing after spinal cord injuries
Researchers have developed materials that can interface with an injured spinal cord and provide a scaffolding to facilitate healing. To do this, scaffolding materials need to mimic the natural spinal cord tissue, so they can be readily populated by n.....»»
Apple will randomize Mac serial numbers starting this year
The new system may be more cryptic for IT, users, and repair shops. Enlarge / The 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro running macOS. (credit: Samuel Axon) According to MacRumors, Apple will completely change how the serial numbers for Macs are generated.....»»
These sea slugs sever their own heads and regenerate new bodies
Starfish can regenerate their arms, salamanders are able to grow new tails, and axolotls re-form their spinal cords - but scientists have found sea slugs that can grow a whole new body......»»
Moviemakers sue VPN service for promoting and facilitating piracy
As reported by TorrentFreak, a group of connected movie production outfits whose films include "Automata" and "I feel pretty" has already pursued legal action against file-sharers and piracy sites. Now, it is going after Michigan resident David Cox a.....»»
John McAfee charged with fraud over cryptocurrency
The businessman is accused of promoting cryptocurrency to his followers to inflate prices......»»
Visual Studio Code now runs natively on M1 Macs
App will be available either in universal or architecture-specific binaries. Enlarge / The 2020, M1-equipped Mac mini. (credit: Samuel Axon) Microsoft has released a new version of source-code editor Visual Studio Code that runs natively on Ap.....»»
Apple clarifies iOS default music app feature, and it’s not what people thought
The widely reported beta feature was misunderstood. Enlarge / Siri in iOS 14. (credit: Samuel Axon) Over the past few weeks, there have been several reports (including one of our own) on a feature found in recent beta releases of iOS 14.5 that.....»»
Metallic state of Ag nanoclusters in oxidative dispersion identified in situ
Oxidative dispersion has been widely used in the regeneration of sintered metal catalysts as well as the fabrication of single-atom catalysts......»»
Scientists identify cells responsible for liver tissue maintenance and regeneration
While the amazing regenerative power of the liver has been known since ancient times, the cells responsible for maintaining and replenishing the liver have remained a mystery. Now, research has identified the cells responsible for liver maintenance a.....»»
Optimally promoting biodiversity in agricultural landscapes
Due to modern agriculture, biodiversity across many species groups is in decline. Over the last three decades, attempts have been made to counteract this with agri-environmental schemes at various levels—from the national federal state to EU-wide p.....»»
Scientists repair injured spinal cord using patients" own stem cells
Intravenous injection of bone marrow derived stem cells (MSCs) in patients with spinal cord injuries led to significant improvement in motor functions, researchers report......»»
Apple beats Samsung in phone sales for first time since 2016
Apple sold almost 80 million phones in Q4 2020. The iPhone 12 Pro Max (left) and iPhone 12 mini (right). [credit: Samuel Axon.....»»
Can bacteria make stronger cars, airplanes and armor?
Biological systems can harness their living cells for growth and regeneration, but engineering systems cannot. Until now......»»
Bioengineered hybrid muscle fiber for regenerative medicine
Muscle constitutes the largest organ in humans, accounting for 40% of body mass, and it plays an essential role in maintaining life. Muscle tissue is notable for its unique ability for spontaneous regeneration. However, in serious injuries such as th.....»»