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Study reveals the Southwest Tianshan Mountains contribute the majority of the Kyzylkum desert sand and river system

Arid Central Asia is an important dust source in the northern hemisphere, which has a significant impact on the ecological environment of Central Asia, Northwest China and even the East Asian monsoon region. The Kyzylkum Desert is one of the biggest.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgJul 30th, 2024

Chemical replacement of TNT explosive more harmful to plants, study shows

The increased use of a chemical compound to replace TNT in explosive devices has a damaging and long lasting effect on plants, new research has shown......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated News3 hr. 17 min. ago

Scientists reveal possible role of iron sulfides in creating life in terrestrial hot springs

An international team of scientists has published a study highlighting the potential role of iron sulfides in the formation of life in early Earth's terrestrial hot springs. According to the researchers, the sulfides may have catalyzed the reduction.....»»

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Peru scientists unveil crocodile fossil up to 12 million years old

Paleontologists unveiled on Wednesday the fossil of a young marine crocodile dating back 10 to 12 million years that was discovered in a Peruvian desert......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated News3 hr. 17 min. ago

Air pollution from fires linked to 1.5 million deaths a year

Air pollution caused by fires is linked to more than 1.5 million deaths a year worldwide, the vast majority occurring in developing countries, a major new study said on Thursday......»»

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Scientists discover shared genetic foundations between musical rhythm and human language

In a study published Nov. 21 in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, researchers have uncovered significant genetic connections between human language abilities and musical rhythm skills, providing new insights into the biological underpinnings of the.....»»

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Seemingly simple climate adaptation strategy could backfire

A climate adaptation strategy that's meant to lower city temperatures could have the opposite effect for people living just outside the zone in which it's used, according to a new modeling study by Yu Cheng and Kaighin McColl published in Geophysical.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated News16 hr. 15 min. ago

Nanopesticide delivery system made with neem seed extract improves pesticide effectiveness

Pesticides can be made more effective and environmentally friendly by improving how they stick to plant surfaces, thanks to new research led by Dr. Mustafa Akbulut, professor of chemical engineering at Texas A&M University......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated News16 hr. 15 min. ago

A forgotten Apple patent reveals the original idea for the Vision Pro

An Apple patent from 2008 has resurfaced, and it looks and sounds a whole lot like the Vision Pro......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News16 hr. 18 min. ago

Ex-Google employees say we need ‘an Android-like moment for AI’

A team of former Google employees, led by Hugo Barra, have launched a startup to develop an operating system for AI agents in the same vein as Android......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News16 hr. 18 min. ago

This Black Friday Deal Takes 30% OFF the Nest Indoor Cam

Buff up your home security. The post This Black Friday Deal Takes 30% OFF the Nest Indoor Cam appeared first on Phandroid. If you were looking to add a bit of muscle to your smart home security system, then you might want to check out this.....»»

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Researchers identify two fungal enzymes that hijack the immune system of plants to colonize roots

In nature, plant roots are always colonized by fungi. This interaction can be either mutualistic, benefiting both the plant and the fungus, or pathogenic, where the fungus harms the host plant. A research group led by Professor Dr. Alga Zuccaro at th.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News19 hr. 15 min. ago

Engineering DNA to mimic biological catch bonds with "fish-hook" system

In a first-of-its-kind breakthrough, a team of UBC Okanagan researchers has developed an artificial adhesion system that closely mimics natural biological interactions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News19 hr. 15 min. ago

How much for cash? Why the informal economy is bad for business, consumers and society

Who hasn't heard someone ask, "How much for cash?" While it may seem harmless, research reveals such demands contribute to a growing culture of informality in business......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News19 hr. 15 min. ago

Dogs prefer texture over shape when identifying objects, research reveals

In a new study exploring how dogs recognize and generalize objects, researchers from Eötvös Lorand University (Budapest) discovered that dogs prioritize texture over shape when identifying objects. The paper is published in the journal Scientific R.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News19 hr. 15 min. ago

Reindeer vocalization can offer cues to potential mates, study suggests

The sounds produced by male reindeer probably tell potential mates a lot about the caller: their age, size and weight. These are all important considerations for a female during the rut, according to a new Concordia-led study......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News19 hr. 15 min. ago

These two Apple products are popular gifts, but two others lack holiday bump

The holiday season is upon us, and Apple would have you believe that its products make the perfect gifts for your loved ones. A new CIRP report reveals, however, which Apple products tend to get gifted and which ones miss out on a holiday boost......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated News19 hr. 49 min. ago

After telling Cadillac to pound sand, F1 does 180, grants entry for 2026

Is an AI startup partially responsible for the change of mind? It might be. The United States will have a second team competing in Formula 1 from 2026, when Cadillac Formula 1 wi.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated News19 hr. 50 min. ago

Shells, teeth and bones of "weird and wonderful organisms" provide historical environmental clues

An international study shows how chemical fingerprints left by "underappreciated" aquatic organisms could help scientists monitor global environmental change......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News20 hr. 49 min. ago

Fossilized dung reveals clues to dinosaur success story

In an international collaboration, researchers at Uppsala University have been able to identify undigested food remains, plants and prey in the fossilized feces of dinosaurs. These analyses of hundreds of samples provide clues about the role dinosaur.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News20 hr. 49 min. ago

Same plant, different tactic: Habitat determines response to climate, thale cress study finds

Plants need light to grow, but too much light can induce damage to the photosynthetic complex known as photosystem II. It is known that plants adapted to growing under full sun repair this light-induced damage more. But this repair activity slows dow.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News20 hr. 49 min. ago