Revisiting the mechanisms of mid-Tertiary uplift of the NE Tibetan plateau
A joint research team led by Dr. Wei Hong-Hong of the Institute of the Tibetan plateau at the Chinese Academy of Science has just published a study on mechanisms for mid-Tertiary uplifting of the NE Tibetan plateau in National Science Review......»»
Uncovering new regulatory mechanisms in embryo implantation
Implantation is the initial step in pregnancy, where the embryo attaches to and enters the endometrium, the inner tissue layer of the uterus. During this process, the cells of the endometrium change to build the right conditions for the fertilized eg.....»»
Scientists identify potential deep-ocean greenhouse gas storage solution
As the planet continues to warm and the ramifications of human-driven climate change continue to amplify, the need to find ways to mitigate climate change is growing. In Nature Communications, University of California, Irvine scientists describe a ne.....»»
Oz battles Sofia for control of Gotham in The Penguin’s fiery midseason trailer
In the mid-season trailer for HBO's The Penguin, the war for Gotham heats up between Oz Cobb and Sofia Falcone......»»
Study of wild type mosquitoes in Burkina Faso discovers new signs of insecticide resistance
One of the main discoveries of a new study is the identification of new variants in genes associated with insecticide resistance in Anopheles mosquitoes, the primary vectors of malaria in West Africa, and potential novel resistance mechanisms, emphas.....»»
DNA-binding C2H2 zinc finger proteins also regulate RNA processing, researchers discover
Researchers at the University of Toronto have shown that an important class of DNA-binding factors can also bind to RNA, regulating gene expression through various mechanisms. The study significantly expands our understanding of these proteins' funct.....»»
Dell knocks $450 off it’s Dell G16 gaming laptop with RTX 4070
With an RTX 4070, this Dell G16 gaming laptop is perfect if you want mid-range laptop for just $1,300......»»
Cryo-electron microscopy sheds light on endothelin signaling mechanisms
Endothelin is a peptide hormone known for its vasoconstrictive effects. Researchers at University of Tsukuba used cryo-electron microscopy to examine the complex structure of the endothelin receptor and G protein, which are crucial for signal transdu.....»»
Remember Moto AI? Motorola finally has an update on it
Earlier this summer, Motorola announced new AI features as part of Moto AI. Now, in mid-October, we're finally getting some updates on them......»»
2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe arrives with updated engine, sporty styling
The 228 xDrive Gran Coupe and M235 xDrive Gran Coupe will launch in March 2025, with the two-wheel-drive 228 sDrive Gran Coupe arriving mid-year......»»
Canopy structure regulates autumn phenology by mediating microclimate in temperate forests, finds study
Autumn phenology serves as a sensitive indicator of temperate forests' response to climate change and is a key factor influencing forest carbon sequestration. Understanding the mechanisms driving the spatiotemporal variations in autumn phenology is c.....»»
SpaceX catches returning rocket in mid-air, turning a fanciful idea into reality
"Starships are meant to fly. It sure as hell flew today. So let’s get ready for the next one.” SpaceX accomplished a groundbreaking engineering feat Sunday, when it launched t.....»»
Targeting "undruggable" diseases: Researchers reveal new levels of detail in targeted protein degradation
Researchers at the University of Dundee have revealed in the greatest detail yet the workings of molecules called protein degraders which can be deployed to combat what have previously been regarded as "undruggable" diseases, including cancers and ne.....»»
Geologist helps track lead pollution in a Tibetan glacier, revealing global impact of human activities
A collaborative research team involving Texas A&M University geologist Dr. Franco Marcantonio has examined the source of lead contamination in a Tibetan glacier, concluding that human activities have introduced the pollutant metal into some of the mo.....»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 10: The Toyoda family legacy; your guide to Stellantis" multiple challenges
Curiously, Toyoda's only son, Daisuke, now in his mid-30s, is working his way up the company's ranks......»»
Scientists explore whether smaller chromosomes lead to more segregation errors during egg cell division
Three RIKEN researchers have shed light on the cellular mechanisms underlying chromosomal abnormalities that can cause miscarriages and congenital disorders such as Down syndrome......»»
Cosmic-ray neutron rover assists in estimating mesoscale soil moisture on eastern Qinghai-Tibetan plateau
Soil water resources are crucial for hydrological processes and ecosystem functions on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. However, accurately measuring soil moisture distribution in this region is challenging due to diverse ecosystems, complex terrain, and.....»»
Hybrid fiber pump combiner could advance mid-IR laser systems
In the last two decades, the rapid advancement in applications such as environmental monitoring, medical diagnostics, and global positioning has intensified the focus on developing novel mid-IR light sources. Fiber-based mid-IR lasers, which operate.....»»
Exploit code for critical GitLab auth bypass flaw released (CVE-2024-45409)
If you run a self-managed GitLab installation with configured SAML-based authentication and you haven’t upgraded it since mid-September, do it now, because security researchers have published an analysis of CVE-2024-45409 and an exploit script.....»»
Quantum register reaches 1,200 neutral atoms in continuous operation
A team of physicists led by Johannes Zeiher, research group leader in Immanuel Bloch's Quantum Many-Body Systems department and co-founder of the MPQ spin-off planqc, has achieved significant progress in scaling up quantum computing platforms with ne.....»»
Nanopore technique shows transport mechanism of chaperone proteins at the single-molecule level
Proteins control most of the body's functions, and their malfunction can have severe consequences, such as neurodegenerative diseases or cancer. Therefore, cells have mechanisms in place to control protein quality......»»