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,.....»»
How bats evolved to avoid cancer
A new paper titled "Long-read sequencing reveals rapid evolution of immunity and cancer-related genes in bats" in Genome Biology and Evolution shows that rapid evolution in bats may account for the animals' extraordinary ability to both host and surv.....»»
RNA has been recovered from an extinct species for the first time
A new study shows the isolation and sequencing of more than a century-old RNA molecules from a Tasmanian tiger specimen preserved at room temperature in a museum collection. This resulted in the reconstruction of skin and skeletal muscle transcriptom.....»»
tvOS 17’s extra column of icons is its most useful new feature in years
Apple once had higher hopes for what has stubbornly remained a TV-streaming box. The new tvOS home screen in tvOS 17 puts six icons in a row instead of five. It was the most I.....»»
Microsoft’s executive shake-up casts a shadow on upcoming Surface event
Microsoft announced a major executive shake-up with Panos Panay leaving, and it puts the company's upcoming Surface event in a strange spot......»»
Apple puts top Apple Silicon exec in charge of Apple Watch blood glucose monitoring project
Apple is doubling down on its ambitious project that aims to bring noninvasive blood sugar monitoring to the Apple Watch. According to a new report from Bloomberg, the company has put one of its most important senior chip executives in charge of the.....»»
Accelerating knowledge exchange in African biodiversity genomics and bioinformatics
Since its inception in 2021, the African BioGenome Project (AfricaBP), has made significant gains towards its ambitious goal of sequencing 100,000 endemic African species within the next 10 years. Recently, AfricaBP reported the successful implementa.....»»
"Invisible" cell types and gene expression revealed with sequencing data analysis improvement
In 2018, researchers in the Caltech laboratory of Yuki Oka, professor of biology and Heritage Medical Research Institute Investigator, made a major discovery: They identified a type of neuron, or brain cell, that mediates thirst satiation. But they w.....»»
Studies highlight new approaches to addressing climate change
Failing to achieve climate mitigation goals puts increasing pressure on climate adaptation strategies. In two new studies, researchers address novel approaches to these issues......»»
M3 MacBook Air models may not arrive in October after all
Without any context, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has declared that there may not be a M3 MacBook Air launch in October — or at all in 2023.The 2022 MacBook AirThe post on X is simple. All it says is, "It seems that Apple will not launch new MacBook models.....»»
This midrange HP laptop beats the Dell XPS 15 in one important way
HP's Envy 16 2023 puts up a good fight against the latest Dell XPS 15, but the Dell is a more refined laptop that's more worth its investment......»»
Researchers examine emission factors for nitrous oxide from synthetic and organic fertilizers
In a collaboration led by Aarhus University, researchers have measured nitrous oxide emissions during two years at four different locations in Denmark, where representative crop rotations had been established to provide a realistic context for the me.....»»
Study provides evidence for hidden diversity within Hydnoraceae
Researchers from the Wuhan Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have conducted a phylogenetic analysis of Hydnora plants in the family Hydnoraceae through plastid genome sequencing, assembly and annotation after extensive data qu.....»»
Fairphone 5 puts Apple, Google and Samsung to shame in one major way
The Fairphone 5 doubles down on the company's environmental and longevity promises, including unprecedented long-term software support......»»
Quantum computer unveils atomic dynamics of light-sensitive molecules
Researchers at Duke University have implemented a quantum-based method to observe a quantum effect in the way light-absorbing molecules interact with incoming photons. Known as a conical intersection, the effect puts limitations on the paths molecule.....»»
Discovery puts a magnetic spin on neuromorphic computing
The word "fractals" might inspire images of psychedelic colors spiraling into infinity in a computer animation. An invisible, but powerful and useful, version of this phenomenon exists in the realm of dynamic magnetic fractal networks......»»
The new spreadsheet? OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Enterprise for businesses
Unlimited GPT-4, encryption, 32K context, and more. Will it become an essential tool? Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) On Monday, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Enterprise, an AI assistant aimed at businesses that offers unlimi.....»»
Apple Card giving select users up to $1,300 Daily Cash back on travel and dining
Apple Card has seen a number of Daily Cash promotions in recent years, but this latest one may be the biggest yet. The new promotion offers 5% Daily Cash back on up to $26,000 of travel and dining purchases. That puts up to $1,300 cash back in the po.....»»
Pacific Drive puts you behind the wheel of a supernatural station wagon
Pacific Drive is a surprising hybrid between a station wagon racing game and a full-on immersive sim......»»
New research suggests natural selection can slow evolution, maintain similarities across generations
Natural selection is usually understood in the context of change. When organisms deviate from the norm, they may gain advantages that let their lineages outlast those of their less-adaptable relatives......»»
Ancient metal cauldrons give us clues about what people ate in the Bronze Age
Archaeologists have long been drawing conclusions about how ancient tools were used by the people who crafted them based on written records and context clues. But with dietary practices, they have had to make assumptions about what was eaten and how.....»»