Recent advances in vacuum ultraviolet photochemistry of astrochemically important small molecules
The photodissociation of an isolated molecule from a well-defined initial quantum state provides a lens through which one can investigate how and why chemical reactions occur, and provides numerous opportunities for fruitful, synergistic collaboratio.....»»
Team discovers naturally occurring DNA-protein hybrids
Thanks to a serendipitous discovery and a lot of painstaking work, scientists can now build biohybrid molecules that combine the homing powers of DNA with the broad functional repertoire of proteins—without having to synthesize them one by one, res.....»»
Antarctic krill can lock away similar levels of carbon as seagrass and mangroves, finds study
Small marine crustaceans are as valuable as key coastal habitats for storing carbon and should be similarly protected, according to new research......»»
Study sheds light on trade-off between noise and power in nanoscale heat engines
Thanks to nanoscale devices as small as human cells, researchers can create groundbreaking material properties, leading to smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient electronics. However, to fully unlock the potential of nanotechnology, addressing no.....»»
Synthetic mini-motor: Researchers convert chemical energy into rotational energy at the supramolecular level
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed an artificial motor at the supramolecular level that can develop impressive power. This wind-up motor is a tiny ribbon made of special molecules. When energy is applied, this ribb.....»»
Earth is about to second Moon, but only for 2 months
Earth is getting a second moon—at least for a little while. This moon will come in the form of a small asteroid that will make … The post Earth is about to get a second Moon, but only for 2 months appeared first on BGR. Earth is ge.....»»
Complex dynamics of 2024 M 7.6 Noto Hanto earthquake in Japan—the long-lasting swarm and its immediate foreshocks
A study published in the journal Earthquake Research Advances sheds light on the relationship between the 2024 magnitude 7.6 Noto Hanto earthquake and a sizable earthquake swarm that began beneath Japan's Noto Peninsula in November 2020......»»
Federico Viticci shares in-depth iOS 18 review: A small but ‘fun’ update
With today’s iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 releases, Federico Viticci at MacStories is back with his annual in-depth review of Apple’s latest updates. Federico, everyone’s favorite opinionated and caffeinated madman, leaves no stone unturned in these.....»»
iPadOS 18 now available, here are all the best new features
Apple has released iPadOS 18 as a new software update for users. It brings a variety of big and small changes to the iPad, including powerful customization tools, brand new apps, Apple Pencil upgrades, and more. Here’s everything that’s new......»»
10 Things to Do Before Installing iOS 17.7
Installing Apple’s new iOS 17.7 update might be tempting, but there are some steps you should take before moving your iPhone from your iPhone’s current version of iOS to iOS 17.7. iOS 17.7 is a small milestone upgrade and the software brings.....»»
Here’s How Long the iOS 17.7 Update Takes
Apple’s new iOS 17.7 update is a small point upgrade, but it could take quite a bit of time to install on your iPhone. If you’re moving your iPhone from iOS 17.6.1 to iOS 17.7, you get the shortest list of changes and the smallest download size......»»
Urgent conservation efforts needed: Possible extirpation of the threatened Malagasy poison frog Mantella cowanii
New research highlights the precarious status of one of Madagascar's most threatened amphibians, the harlequin mantella (Mantella cowanii), revealing small population sizes and the possible extirpation of the species from several of its historic habi.....»»
Symmetry model sheds light on the chemistry surrounding peptide helices
Helices are structures found naturally in many important molecules, such as proteins. These helices possess a twist that depends on the arrangement of their basic components. By understanding how a helix is formed, we can gain deeper insights into ho.....»»
New strategy for simulating nonadiabatic dynamics of molecules at metal surfaces
A research team has proposed a novel approach to accurately describe electron transfer mediated nonadiabatic dynamics of molecules at metal surfaces. Their works were published in Physical Review Letters......»»
How to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data
Here's how to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data, letting you perform in-depth analyses and spot important trends. If you're new to pivot tables, this guide will get you started with a minimum of fuss......»»
Use this code to save $600 on a new Roomba
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop is an excellent cleaning machine, and with our exclusive code, you can get it at $610 off with free shipping......»»
Windows is still making changes to prevent another CrowdStrike-type disaster
After what happened with CrowdStrike, Microsoft wants to ensure that the incident doesn't repeat itself by making some important changes to its security......»»
Urban forests could help reduce heat-related mortality, study suggests
Across the globe, heat waves are becoming more frequent and more intense. Therefore, how to effectively combat the adverse effects of heat is an increasingly important topic of research......»»
Artemis missions could put the most powerful imaging telescope on the moon
Ground-based interferometry on Earth has proven to be a successful method for conducting science by combining light from several telescopes into acting like a single large telescope. But how can an ultraviolet (UV)/optical interferometer telescope on.....»»
Rapid diagnostics tool deployed to monitor wheat rust in Nepal
The recent discovery of the Ug99 wheat stem rust strain in Nepal, published in the Plant Disease journal, has once again emphasized the need for vigilance to protect Nepal's third most important food crop from any large-scale outbreaks of this devast.....»»
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Vacuum and mop your home without lifting a finger. It’s made possible by the iRobot Roomba j5+, and we teamed with Wellbots to give you a discount at checkout!.....»»