RSV vaccine during pregnancy gets seasonal sign-off from CDC
The vaccine is recommended for use only in the run-up to RSV season. Enlarge / An intensive care nurse cares for a patient suffering from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), who is being ventilated in the children's intensive car.....»»
US TSMC probe puts iPhone chips at risk
A US Commerce Department investigation into a possible sanctions breach by TSMC could spell trouble for Apple, as its chip partner could face penalties that ultimately harm production of iPhone and Mac chips.A TSMC factory sign - Image credit: TSMCTh.....»»
You can no longer sign up for Disney+ and Hulu via the App Store
In an attempt to avoid paying Apple's App Store fees, Disney has removed the ability for users to pay for Disney+ or Hulu through the App Store.Disney+ and Hulu no longer allow signups via the App Store.By instructing their users to visit a website r.....»»
Climate change to alter seasonal outdoor activity patterns in US
It can be hard to connect a certain amount of average global warming with one's everyday experience, so researchers at MIT have devised a different approach to quantifying the direct impact of climate change......»»
Chile launches vaccine that neuters dogs for a year
Chile has launched a vaccine described as the first of its kind that sterilizes dogs for a year and is expected to be sold in several dozen countries......»»
First mRNA vaccine against C. difficile infection developed in animal model
A new vaccine provides hope for treating and even preventing the highly contagious and difficult-to-treat Clostridioides difficile infection, more commonly known as C. difficile or C. diff......»»
All-optical switch device paves way for faster fiber-optic communication
Modern high-speed internet uses light to quickly and reliably transmit large amounts of data through fiber-optic cables, but currently, light signals hit a bottleneck when data processing is necessary. For that, they must convert into electrical sign.....»»
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.....»»
This cruise line had 3 ships ranked near the bottom of the CDC’s ‘vessel sanitation’ list
This cruise line had 3 ships ranked near the bottom of the CDC’s ‘vessel sanitation’ list.....»»
mRNA vaccines for disease outbreaks can be synthesized in less time with new technique
In an era where viral outbreaks can escalate into global pandemics with alarming speed, the ability to quickly develop new vaccines has become crucial. However, the speed of vaccine production is limited because the mRNA used in it is partly chemical.....»»
New Nasal Vaccines Offer Stronger Protection from COVID, Flu, and More—No Needle Needed
Gentle nasal spray vaccines against COVID, the flu and RSV are coming. They may work better than shots in the arm.....»»
Google and Kairos sign nuclear reactor deal with aim to power AI
New Google agreement could boost development of zero-emission small modular reactors. On Monday, Google announced an agreement with Kairos Power to purchase nuclear energy from mu.....»»
From Northern Germany to Italy in five days: Tiny transmitters provide insights into precise migration routes of bats
Some bat species are among the world champions of seasonal migration in the animal kingdom. Leisler's bat, for example, which weighs between 12 and 22 grams, flies from central or Eastern Europe to the Mediterranean every late summer—and back in sp.....»»
Carbon capture has a place in Illinois" climate-change toolkit
Approaching downstate Decatur by car, it's not unusual to smell the huge Archer Daniels Midland industrial complex before seeing it. The sweet aroma of fermenting grain wafts through vehicle windows and air vents, a sign that ethanol fuel is being br.....»»
GM expects lower EV losses in 2025, will drop Ultium name
GM executives did not say if EVs will be profitable in 2025. They pointed to the improving trajectory as a sign of progress in GM's EV strategy......»»
2025 Swift Student Challenge submissions will open in February
Apple has announced that its next annual Swift Student Challenge will open for submissions in February 2025. You can sign up today to be notified when applications open. As usual, Apple will select 350 winners, and the top 50 of them will be invit.....»»
The US Is Loading Up on Bird Flu Vaccine
As more farm workers get sick with avian influenza, the US federal government is putting $72 million toward strengthening its vaccine stockpile......»»
To Be a Good Pregnancy Surrogate, It Helps to Be a Dominatrix First
One woman spills the beans about giving birth to rich people's children. “They were offering Scrooge McDuck buckets of money.”.....»»
Human cases of H5N1 confirmed in California amid rapid dairy spread
The CDC confirmed two new bird flu cases, bringing the human tally to 17. Two California dairy farm workers who had contact with H5N1-infected cows have contracted an H5 avian inf.....»»
Wastewater Offers an Early Alarm System for Another Deadly Virus
A surveillance system proven during Covid-19 is now being used to track outbreaks of RSV......»»
Making an RSV Vaccine Was Hard. Getting People to Take It Is Even Harder
New vaccines could help stem the spread of respiratory syncytial virus, but there are already huge inequities in access and uptake......»»