The Metaverse Will Reshape Our Lives. Let’s Make Sure It’s for the Better
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reports that in the first six months of 2022, the word metaverse appeared in regulatory filings more than 1,100 times. The previous year saw 260 mentions. The preceding two decades? Fewer than a dozen in to.....»»
Adapting to water temperature changes: The smart "coat" of the Yangtze finless porpoise
Cetaceans, including dolphins and whales, spend their entire lives in the water. Unlike terrestrial animals, they face greater challenges in regulating their body temperature because water conducts heat 25 times faster than air. However, these clever.....»»
Score, then rank: Researchers propose an integrated approach to grant review assessments
The public funding of science is responsible for many of the biomedical and other scientific breakthroughs on which our lives depend. However, the process through which funding decisions are made, the peer review of grant proposals, has been historic.....»»
Roborock"s updated app removes the frustration of operating a robot vacuum
Our increasingly overloaded lives make cleaning an afterthought for many households. However, Roborock committed itself to bringing cleaning convenience to everyone and now has an updated app with even more great features so you never have to comprom.....»»
The secret lives of silky sharks: Unveiling their whereabouts supports their protection
Open ocean sharks are elusive and mysterious. They undertake vast journeys that span hundreds to thousands of kilometers across immense ocean basins. We know very little about the secret lives of ocean sharks, where they live and why they are there......»»
How hidden details in ancient Egyptian tomb paintings are revealed by chemical imaging
The walls of ancient Egyptian tombs can teach us much about the lives of the pharaohs and their entourages. Tomb paintings showed the deceased and their immediate family members involved in religious activities, the burial itself, or feasting at banq.....»»
Experts urge mitigation of the side effects of the green transition
Policies and decisions designed to have a favorable impact on the environment can end up having measurable, non-positive consequences on other aspects of our lives, and on the lives of communities in remote areas if the process is not properly govern.....»»
Dive into Innovation: Embrace the Power of Unmatched Defense with the Humixx Waterproof iPhone Case
In a world where our smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives, protecting these prized possessions has never been more crucial. Embrace the future of mobile innovation with the Humixx Waterproof iPhone Case, a revolutionary accessor.....»»
These nearly invisible organisms help clean Lake Tahoe"s water. Here"s how they do it
Plankton are not just a diabolical mastermind on a Nickelodeon show about a sponge who lives under the sea. Lake Tahoe is filled with them—the good kind......»»
Video: The secret social lives of sharks
Great white sharks gather seasonally around Mexico's Guadalupe Island—and some like to hang out together, according to research led by FIU marine scientist Yannis Papastamatiou......»»
Revealing the biology of insulin production
The discovery of insulin has saved the lives of millions of people with diabetes worldwide, but little is known about the first step of insulin synthesis......»»
Satellites map aftermath of Emilia-Romagna floods
The Italian region of Emilia-Romagna was devastated by severe floods in May 2023, claiming lives and displacing thousands of people, resulting in an estimated €8.8 billion in damages. With the region still grappling with the aftermath, satellites h.....»»
C-section Rates Are Way Too High. We Need to Hold Doctors and Hospitals Accountable
Around half a million excess cesarean births occur every year in the U.S., putting mothers’ lives at risk.....»»
Here"s What Physics Tells Us about Barbie"s World
Using concepts from theoretical physics and explorations of the multiverse, here’s what we can understand about Barbie and the world she lives in.....»»
The Supreme Court Should Back Firearms Restraints That Save Lives
Vast evidence shows firearms restrictions in civil protection orders save lives.....»»
Why data travel is healthcare’s next big cybersecurity challenge
Do you know where your patients’ data lives once it’s in the cloud? Unfortunately, for many healthcare organizations, the answer is no – or, at least, it’s not a definitive yes. Knowing how (or where) data is used, shared or stored is essenti.....»»
Pikmin 4 review: Falling in love with micromanagement
You've never had so much fun keeping 100 unruly children on task. Enlarge / Run for your life! And also the lives of those adorable Pikmin! When it comes down to it, most video games are elaborate exercises in time mana.....»»
Apple TV+ getting new "Born to be Wild" & "Endangered Planet" nature docuseries
Upcoming Apple TV+ docuseries "Born to be Wild" and "Endangered Planet" will give audiences a new look into the lives of some of the rarest animals on earth.Apple TV+"Born to be Wild" follows six rare young animals for several years as they are raise.....»»
As the planet warms, scientists worry that cases of infectious diseases could spike
People around the world are living longer, healthier lives than they were just half a century ago......»»
Seed Group and Resecurity collaborate to reshape Middle East’s cybersecurity landscape
Aiming to protect the digital ecosystem in the UAE and the Mena region, Seed Group, has announced a strategic partnership with Resecurity. With this strategic partnership, Seed Group and Resecurity are set to reshape the cybersecurity landscape in th.....»»
Toward crack-resistant nanoparticle-based latex films
Synthetic polymer materials, such as plastics and rubbers, have become ubiquitous in our daily lives. It is, therefore, essential to ensure that they are safe, durable, and sustainable. This is especially true for synthetic latex films, which are wid.....»»