Sequencing puts carnivore chromosomes in context
Studies comparing animal genomes generally focus on the DNA sequence itself. A new study by researchers at the University of California, Davis shows how the three-dimensional scaffolding of chromosomes is related across several species of carnivores,.....»»
RECnGO puts the power of a video studio on your phone at an unbeatable price!
If you’re thinking about upping your video production or livestreaming game, then perhaps RECnGO is a software you should consider. The best part is that for Black Friday, the company is running a sale for its software, reducing its price from $349.....»»
Physicists model chromosome folding, reveal how loops affect spatial organization of the genome
Human chromosomes are long polymer chains that store genetic information. The nucleus of each cell contains the entire human genome (DNA) encoded on 46 chromosomes with a total length of about 2 meters. To fit into the microscopic cell nucleus and at.....»»
SpaceX’s dramatic 360 video of Starship launch puts you on the launch tower
SpaceX has released a dramatic 360-degree video showing Saturday's launch of the Starship, the world's most powerful rocket......»»
Researchers develop new method to help with analysis of single cell data
CITE-seq (cellular indexing of transcriptomes and epitopes) is an RNA sequencing-based method that simultaneously quantifies cell surface protein and transcriptomic data within a single cell readout. The ability to study cells concurrently offers unp.....»»
Hisense UX TV review: ambitiously bright
The limited-edition Hisense UX mini-LED TV makes a bold and incredibly bright statement that puts premium TV brands like Sony, Samsung, and LG on notice......»»
"Fishing" chimpanzees found to enjoy termites as a seasonal treat
The discovery that chimpanzees use tools to fish for termites revolutionized our understanding of their abilities—but we still don't have crucial context to help us understand termite fishing and chimpanzee minds. Are chimpanzees fishing for a seas.....»»
Leading a school with poor indoor air quality puts an extra strain on principals
Research into the experiences of principals working in schools with poor indoor air quality remains scarce. Published in Environmental Hazards, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland now sheds light on the challenges faced by principals i.....»»
The Trek FX+ 2 e-bike is a jack-of-all-trades
Review: Trek's hybrid FX+ 2 e-bike puts cycling front and center. Enlarge / The Trek FX+ 2 e-bike (credit: Eric Bangeman) When it came time to buy our son his "adult" bike, the Trek FX 2 was an easy choice. Not only is t.....»»
Here’s more proof that Apple is wrong about MacBook memory
Some new testing has been published that calls into question Apple's defense of the amount of memory it puts in its high-end MacBook Pro......»»
New Google Chat Features Includes Shortcuts, Mentions, and New Icon
Google is shipping out a Chat update, one that changes up a few things, intros a new feature, and also includes a new icon that puts it more in line with Google’s suite of other applications. When using Chat, users can now take advantage of a S.....»»
When Will Apple Release the 2024 iPad Pro? [u]
Apple won’t announce new iPad models in 2023 which puts a huge spotlight on 2024. The company is reportedly planning to launch all-new iPad Pro models in 2024 and we want to help prospective buyers set appropriate expectations about the release.....»»
"Mean Girls" trailer puts a Gen Z spin on the classic teen comedy
"Mean Girls," starring Angourie Rice and Renee Rapp, is a musical re-imagining of Tina Fey's 2004 comedy. Get ready to meet the Plastics... again. We're getting a new Mean Girls movie in 2024.The film adapts the stage musical based on Tina Fey'.....»»
Yeast with more than 50% synthetic genome is created in the lab
Researchers have combined over seven synthetic chromosomes that were made in the lab into a single yeast cell, resulting in a strain with more than 50% synthetic DNA that survives and replicates similarly to wild yeast strains......»»
OpenAI introduces GPT-4 Turbo: Larger memory, lower cost, new knowledge
Novel-sized context window, DALL-E 3 API, more announced on OpenAI DevDay 2023. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) On Monday at the OpenAI DevDay event, company CEO Sam Altman announced a major update to its GPT-4 language m.....»»
Why today’s Epic v. Google trial is (and isn’t) a repeat of Epic v. Apple
Epic says Google puts up "myriad contractual and technical barriers" for sideloading. Enlarge / Epic says launching Fortnite on Android without Google Play is as difficult as playing Fortnite while skydiving. OK, they didn't lite.....»»
When Will Apple Release the 2024 iPad Pro?
Apple didn’t announce new iPad models in 2023 which puts a huge spotlight on 2024. The company is reportedly planning to launch all-new iPad Pro models in 2024 and we want to help prospective buyers set appropriate expectations about their rele.....»»
Genome sequencing project reveals new secrets about cat evolution
Researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) and an interdisciplinary team of collaborators have uncovered new information about the history of cat evolution explaining how cats—including well-known specie.....»»
"End-effector," robotic system developed by engineering team puts autonomous cotton harvesting within reach
A two-fingered robotic arm reaches toward a fluffy white cotton boll in a field. The device pulls in the lint from the boll and then moves on…grabbing another, and then another......»»
Google’s new service puts spotlight on multi-cloud networking
Google’s service represents a huge shift in how hyperscalers can collaborate to tackle multi-cloud complexity......»»
Audi puts planned Formula One entry under review, report says
Audi announced last year that it would enter Formula One with one of the sport's existing teams and using a new power unit to be built in Germany......»»