Team discovers signaling molecule that potently stimulates hair growth
University of California, Irvine-led researchers have discovered that a signaling molecule called SCUBE3 potently stimulates hair growth and may offer a therapeutic treatment for androgenetic alopecia, a common form of hair loss in both women and men.....»»
Apple reaches deal to acquire Pixelmator
Apple is acquiring the popular photo editing company Pixelmator. The Pixelmator Team announced the news in a blog post on Friday and said there will be “no material changes” to its apps “at this time.” The deal is pending regulatory approval......»»
Sols 4350-4351: A whole team effort
Earth planning date: Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.....»»
Advances in taro research: New gene silencing system enables rapid gene function verification
A research team has established a virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) system in taro, enabling researchers to rapidly verify gene functions in this underutilized crop. Utilizing a tobacco rattle virus (TRV)-based vector, the study paves the way for s.....»»
New insights into mango evolution: Study reveals extensive hybridization within the Mangifera genus
A research team investigated whole chloroplast genomes and nuclear gene sequences from 14 species, uncovering new insights into the genetic diversity and hybrid origins of mango species. They used the evolutionary relationships within the Mangifera g.....»»
Researchers challenge longstanding theories in cellular reprogramming
A team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has discovered that a group of cells located in the skin and other areas of the body, called neural crest stem cells, are the source of reprogrammed neurons found by other researchers......»»
Apple acquires the team behind Pixelmator Pro
In a surprise Friday announcement, Pixelmator, the team behind the Mac image editing app, announced that it is being acquired by Apple.Pixelmator - Image credit: PixelmatorPosted to the company's blog on Friday, Pixelmator shares the news that it has.....»»
UK house price growth slows in October
UK house price growth slows in October.....»»
In Hawaii, parasites and viruses team up in the battle against fruit flies—implications for global pest control
Take a stroll along one of the beaches on Hawaii Island in late summer, and you'll likely stumble upon almond-shaped fruits lying in the sand. Known as false kamani nuts, or tropical almonds, they fall from tall, shady Terminalia catappa trees that l.....»»
RFK Jr. claims Trump promised to put him in charge of NIH, CDC, and more
Trump's transition team lead disavows promises while spouting anti-vax nonsense. Earlier this week, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. used a Zoom call to tell his supporters that Donald Trum.....»»
Apple VP behind Fitness+ is now becoming Peloton’s CEO and President
Peloton has announced Peter Stern as its new CEO and President, and he just happens to be a former Apple VP who had oversight of services while at the company. One of his former projects? The launch and growth of Apple Fitness+. more….....»»
Researchers seek understanding of early life on earth following Chilean expedition
In a discovery that may further our understanding of the early evolution of life on Earth, a research team, including associate professor Andrew Palmer and master's student Caitlyn Hubric, identified Chile's deepest and most northern cold seeps—ope.....»»
A new paradigm for control of quantum emitters—modulating and encoding quantum photonic info on a single light stream
A U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) multi-disciplinary team developed a new paradigm for the control of quantum emitters, providing a new method for modulating and encoding quantum photonic information on a single photon light stream......»»
New nanocatalyst targets tumors without oxygen
Tumors often contain areas of oxygen-deficient tissue that frequently withstand conventional therapies. This is because the drugs applied in tumors require oxygen to be effective. An international research team has developed a novel mechanism of acti.....»»
Tackle your pet hair problems with the half-price Shark Stratos vacuum
Shark AZ3002 Stratos vacuum usually retails for $499.99, but as of Oct. 31, Amazon has it on sale for $249.99. SAVE $250: As of Oct. 31, the Shark AZ3002 Stratos Upright Vacuum is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon, a 50% discount from its usual $49.....»»
I"ve tested a ton of robot vacuums — these 4 work the best on carpet
From pet hair to crumbs, I'm continuously testing top vacs from Roborock, iRobot, and more to find the best robot vacuums for carpet. Nearly any robot vacuum can sufficiently clear tile or hardwood floors of the hair and crumbs blowing across t.....»»
Does the Coriolis Effect Cause Your Cowlick?
No, but the direction of our hair whorls could teach us about human development.....»»
Apple VP behind Fitness+ is now becoming Peleton’s CEO and President
Peleton has announced Peter Stern as its new CEO and President, and he just happens to be a former Apple VP who had oversight of services while at the company. One of his former projects? The launch and growth of Apple Fitness+. more….....»»
Safe, efficient method for synthesizing allenes opens up new possibilities for drug development
A research team jointly led by Professor Sung You Hong and Professor Jan-Uwe Rohde has unveiled a novel method for synthesizing allenes—a series of compounds integral to drug development and synthetic chemistry—without relying on hazardous, highl.....»»
International team discovers small molecules that regulate how fast plant leaves age
Two small molecules that are produced by the plant Arabidopsis thaliana are shown to have the opposite effect on how fast its leaves age. The molecules are peptides, short chains of amino acids. While the peptide SCOOP10 accelerates aging, SCOOP12 su.....»»
Moles, birthmarks, red hair: The anatomical features used to accuse women of witchcraft in the 17th century
Throughout accounts of 17th-century witch trials in Europe and North America, physical features alone were considered undeniable proof of witchcraft. The belief was that the devil branded witches' bodies with symbolic, material marks—such as unusua.....»»