RNA modification: Mechanisms and therapeutic targets
RNA modifications are dynamic and reversible chemical modifications on substrate RNA that regulate mRNA stability, translation, and localization. This review is designed by Dr. Junhong Han and written by his postdoctoral researcher Dr. Lei Qiu and P.....»»
Modeling the origins of life: New evidence for an "RNA World"
Charles Darwin described evolution as "descent with modification." Genetic information in the form of DNA sequences is copied and passed down from one generation to the next. But this process must also be somewhat flexible, allowing slight variations.....»»
Without Tesla, U.S. is only 3% of the way to DC fast-charger targets
Excluding Tesla's network of Superchargers, the nation is just 3.1 percent of the way to its 2030 targets for widely accessible DC fast chargers, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory......»»
Doctors prescribing app, with walking steps targets for patients
A pilot scheme is effectively seeing doctors prescribe an app – specifically one which measures the number of steps patients walk, with each person being prescribed a personal target. At the end of the ‘prescription’ period, the results are.....»»
Study reveals that decreased cloud cover dominated rapid spring temperature rise in Central Asia
Central Asia has experienced a faster temperature rise than the global land over the past decades, which has brought unprecedented challenges to the survival and flourishing of life. The role of the drivers and their associated underlying mechanisms.....»»
Novel non-destructive inspection technique reconstructs inner hidden composition and structure of inspection targets
A research group at Chuo University, Japan, led by Assistant Professor Kou Li (Faculty of Science and Engineering), in collaboration with National Institute of Informatics, have developed a novel non-destructive inspection technique by effectively co.....»»
Drying without dying: Tracing water scarcity coping mechanisms from mosses to flowering plants
Imagine you find the dried-up remains of a once green and lush philodendron on your bookshelf and realize you can't remember the last time you watered your houseplants. You soak the soil with water, hoping you can breathe life back into its desiccate.....»»
Discovery shows how cells defend themselves during stressful situations
A recent study by an international research team has unveiled an exciting discovery about how our cells defend themselves during stressful situations. The research, published in EMBO Reports, shows that a tiny modification in the genetic material, ca.....»»
APT29 revamps its techniques to breach cloud environments
Russian threat actors APT29 are changing their techniques and expanding their targets to access cloud environments, members of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance have warned. About APT29 APT29 (aka Midnight Blizzard, aka Cozy Bear) is a cyber espion.....»»
Powering nitrogenases: Researchers find new targets for improving biocatalysts
Nitrogenases are considered promising candidates for the sustainable enzymatic production of ammonia and carbon compounds. Unfortunately, one bottleneck in this complex process, the supply of electrons to the enzymes, has remained a mystery until now.....»»
Cybersecurity crisis in schools
Primary school systems handle sensitive data concerning minors, while higher education institutions must safeguard intellectual property data, making them prime targets for cyberattacks, according to Trustwave. These attacks not only threaten the saf.....»»
Research provides insight into constructing gene regulatory networks
Gene regulatory networks (GRNs) depict the regulatory mechanisms of genes within cellular systems as a network, offering vital insights for understanding cell processes and molecular interactions that determine cellular phenotypes. Transcriptional re.....»»
Massive leak reveals extent of China’s foreign hacking activities
Leaked files outlined hacking activity and tools used by the company, as well as giving and insider view of its targets.....»»
Potential gene targets for managing cassava whitefly, a viral diseases vector threatening food security
Whiteflies, particularly the African cassava whitefly (Bemisia tabaci, SSA1-SG1), pose a significant threat to agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa by transmitting viruses that cause cassava brown streak disease and cassava mosaic virus di.....»»
China may miss all key climate targets for 2025: report
China may miss all of its main climate goals for 2025, a new report showed Thursday, as the world's largest emitter increased its reliance on carbon-intensive industries to bolster a flagging economy......»»
Study reveals molecular mechanisms behind hibernation in mammals
Researchers have shed light on the molecular mechanisms underlying hibernation, publishing their findings today as a Reviewed Preprint in eLife......»»
White House to weaken climate-fighting fuel efficiency targets for 2030
The plan faced opposition from OEMs, car dealers, and the United Auto Workers. Enlarge / Polluted street scenes like this will remain common in the United States, which will abandon ambitious fuel efficiency standards in the face.....»»
Week in review: AnyDesk phishing campaign targets employees, Microsoft fixes exploited zero-days
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Integrating cybersecurity into vehicle design and manufacturing In this Help Net Security interview, Yaron Edan, CISO at REE Automotive, discusses t.....»»
Car dealers step up opposition to White House fuel efficiency targets
It's hard to buy a new EV if dealerships aren't interested in selling them. Enlarge (credit: Richard Newstead/Getty Images) Electric vehicle sales had a pretty good 2023 in North America, with more than 1.1 million batte.....»»
‘GoldDigger’ trojan targets iOS users to steal facial recognition data and bank accounts
Apple constantly updates its operating systems with security patches, which are often exploited by hackers to attack users in many different ways. This time, however, cybersecurity company Group-IB has reported the existence of a new “GoldDigger”.....»»
Piracy Shield’s First Targets Blocked, Pirate Boxes Discovered in Italian Prison
Piracy Shield’s First Targets Blocked, Pirate Boxes Discovered in Italian Prison.....»»