Study finds cloudy waters may drive African fish to develop bigger eyes
Variations in water quality can impact the development of the visual system of one species of African fish, suggests a new study......»»
Apple rumored to work with Broadcom on first server chip for AI, putting conversational Siri timeline in focus
In a heavily paywalled article, The Information reports that Apple is partnering with Broadcom to develop a new AI chip specifically designed for server use. Apple currently runs Apple Intelligence through its M-series chips on its servers through a.....»»
Industry expertise in audits leads to cost savings, quality boost: Study
Corporations that partner with auditors who specialize in the company's industry reap cost savings and get a better picture of their finances, which boosts investor confidence, a new study has found......»»
Scientists examine how roasting affects the perfect brew
A new study in published in Scientific Reports suggests that the perfect cup of coffee is influenced by a complex blend of variables such as bean processing method, brewing time, and grind size, not just the roast level......»»
Study reveals extreme rate of Australia"s invertebrate extinction
An estimated one to three species of insects and other native invertebrates are becoming extinct in Australia every week, according to a new study revealing the immense scale of the nation's biodiversity loss......»»
Adoption of AI calls for new kind of communication competence from sales managers
Artificial intelligence, AI, is rapidly transforming work also in the financial sector. A recent study conducted at the University of Eastern Finland explored how integrating AI into the work of sales teams affects the interpersonal communication com.....»»
Brazilian beef and leather companies fall short in tackling deforestation, a study finds
The next United Nations climate conference, COP30, will be held in Belem, the capital of an Amazon region where widespread deforestation mainly driven by cattle farming has turned the surrounding rainforest from a vital carbon sink into a significant.....»»
Trellix Drive Encryption enhances security against insider attacks
Trellix announced Trellix Drive Encryption upgrades for on-premises and SaaS management. Customers benefit from the flexibility needed for encryption protection deployment to safeguard their data and devices from unauthorized access. “The major.....»»
Air pollution linked to rising depression rates
A study published in Environmental Science and Ecotechnology has revealed a strong connection between long-term air pollution exposure and an increased risk of depression. The research, led by Harbin Medical University and Cranfield University, analy.....»»
Scientists develop coating for enhanced thermal imaging through hot windows
A team of Rice University scientists has solved a long-standing problem in thermal imaging, making it possible to capture clear images of objects through hot windows. Imaging applications in a range of fields—such as security, surveillance, industr.....»»
Morphology study highlights diverse jaw evolution in lizards and snakes
A University of Bristol study has shed light on how lizards and snakes—the most diverse group of land vertebrates with nearly 12,000 species—have evolved remarkably varied jaw shapes, driving their extraordinary ecological success......»»
The ChatGPT app is transforming my Mac right before my eyes
ChatGPT’s Mac app can now search the web, and it’s a great way to find information online. It could even be the Google killer I’ve long been wishing for......»»
Milan under stress due to heat waves: Study reveals districts most at risk of cardiovascular emergencies
A new study has analyzed the impact of heat waves on the cardiovascular health of Milan residents. The results show that in 18 highly vulnerable districts, home to 23% of the city's population, the risk of cardiovascular emergencies increases by 22%.....»»
How African countries can build systems to share climate information at the local level
African countries collectively have emitted very little of the greenhouse gases that have caused climate change, but are badly affected by climate-induced floods, droughts and heat waves. To withstand some of the most devastating extreme weather even.....»»
Study uncovers the mafia"s role in Italy"s wildfire crisis
Over the past few years, raging wildfires in Italy have become a common and deadly occurrence. In Southern Italy, intense, record-breaking heat waves and dry scirocco winds create the perfect conditions for wildfires—both natural and coordinated......»»
Study challenges assertion that mealworms break down polystyrene
The capability of mealworms to digest and break down plastics has been challenged in a study led by researchers from The University of Western Australia......»»
Some glaciers in Antarctica have maintained considerable stability over the last millennia
A research study led by Marc Oliva, researcher at the University of Barcelona, analyzes the evolution of glaciers on the Hurd Peninsula in Antarctica, home to the Spanish Juan Carlos I Antarctic Base. This study, published in the journal Quaternary S.....»»
Scientists develop cost-effective lasers for extended short-wave infrared applications
Current laser technologies for the extended short-wave infrared (SWIR) spectral range rely on expensive and complex materials, limiting their scalability and affordability. To address these challenges, ICFO researchers have presented a novel approach.....»»
New study highlights job challenges for people who stutter
People who stutter have lower earnings, experience underemployment and express lower job satisfaction than those who don't stutter, a new University of Florida study finds......»»
Seals" iceberg strategies: Navigating icy habitats for survival
Harbor seals in icy regions use icebergs shed by glaciers as safe platforms to give birth, care for young and molt. New research finds that as glaciers change with the climate, the resulting changes in size, speed and number of icebergs affect seals'.....»»
NASA eyes launching SPHEREx sky-mapping mission in early 2025
NASA and SpaceX are targeting late February 2025 for the launch of the agency's next astrophysics observatory, SPHEREx. Short for Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer, SPHEREx will launch aboard.....»»