The One-Shot Drug That Keeps on Dosing
Chronic illness patients often struggle to keep up with medications that need frequent, timely doses. What if a single shot lasted for months?.....»»
New molecular device unlocks potential for targeted drug delivery and self-healing materials
In a new breakthrough that could revolutionize medical and material engineering, scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind molecular device that controls the release of multiple small molecules using force......»»
Drug delivery innovation: Multifunctional system based on switchable peptide-stabilized emulsions
A new study led by Prof. Meital Reches of the Hebrew University with Mr. Daniel Boas, a Ph.D. student in her group and team of collaborators, has pioneered a new drug delivery system centered on switchable peptide-stabilized emulsions......»»
Moments of totality: How Ars experienced the eclipse
The 2024 total eclipse is in the books. Here's how it looked across the US. Enlarge / Baily's Beads are visible in this shot taken by Stephen Clark in Athens, Texas. (credit: Stephen Clark) "And God said, Let there be li.....»»
New statistical-modeling workflow may help advance drug discovery and synthetic chemistry
A new automated workflow developed by scientists at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has the potential to allow researchers to analyze the products of their reaction experiments in real time, a key capability needed for future aut.....»»
$158,000 ALS drug pulled from market after failing in large clinical trial
The drug is now unavailable to new patients; its maker to lay off 70% of employees. Enlarge (credit: Amlyx) Amylyx, the maker of a new drug to treat ALS, is pulling that drug from the market and laying off 70 percent of.....»»
Sunbird, the security nightmare that tried to bring iMessage to Android, is returning
It’s pretty clear that iMessage for Android is not going to be an easy task, but one of the apps that tried to do it (before we found out that it was a terrible security nightmare), Sunbird, is giving it another shot. more….....»»
He Got a Pig Kidney Transplant. Now Doctors Need to Keep It Working
Researchers think a combination of genetic edits and an experimental immunosuppressive drug could make the first pig kidney transplant a long-term success......»»
SpaceX shares stunning night shot of its Super Heavy booster
SpaceX has just released a stunning image of its powerful Super Heavy rocket on the launchpad with a dramatic star-filled sky as the backdrop......»»
Apple home robots, Spatial Personas on Vision Pro, iOS 17.5 beta
Benjamin and Chance discuss the bizarre idea that Apple is interested in making a humanoid robot to help with household chores, as its “next big thing”. Also, Apple launches the first ever sports ‘film’ shot in Immersive Video, and releases S.....»»
New method reveals secrets of protein interactions with potential for drug discovery
Scientists from the University of Oulu (Finland) and Texas A&M University (U.S.), have developed a new method to study how proteins interact with small ligand molecules, paving the way, for example, for faster and more efficient drug discovery......»»
Ripley review: Netflix’s terrifically tense thriller
Originally developed for Showtime, Ripley, Netflix's beautifully shot adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley, features a brilliant performance by Andrew Scott......»»
Looking to photograph a solar eclipse with your smartphone? Try these features and think about creative angles
As the moon casts its shadow across the Earth during the upcoming solar eclipse, cameras of all kinds will turn skyward. While professional photographers with specialized equipment will aim to capture the perfect shot, others will reach for their sma.....»»
New antibiotic class effective against multidrug-resistant bacteria discovered
Scientists at Uppsala University have discovered a new class of antibiotics with potent activity against multi-drug resistant bacteria, and have shown that it cures bloodstream infections in mice. The new antibiotic class is described in an article i.....»»
New synthesis platform allows for rapid cancer drug synthesis and testing
Imperial College London researchers have developed a new platform for the synthesis, analysis and testing of new compounds which may one day treat cancer. The findings are published in the journal Angewandte Chemie International Edition......»»
New single-cell analysis tech incorporates advanced fiber optics directly into microfluidic chips
Droplet microfluidics has revolutionized single-cell analysis, crucial for genomics, drug discovery, and diagnostics, by partitioning samples into nanoliter droplets for detailed cellular analysis. Yet, its broader adoption is hindered by the complex.....»»
Apple launches first ever Immersive Video sports film for Apple Vision Pro
Today, Apple is releasing its first ever sports film shot in Immersive Video format, which gives Apple Vision Pro users an engrossing 180-degree 3D video experience with Spatial Audio. The short film features highlights from the 2023 Major League.....»»
China has a big problem with super gonorrhea, study finds
Drug-resistant gonorrhea is a growing problem—one that doesn't heed borders. Enlarge / A billboard from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation is seen on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California, on May 29, 2018, warning of a drug-res.....»»
SWAT team’s Spot robot shot multiple times during standoff
It's believed to be the first time Boston Dynamics' dog-like robot has taken a bullet during active duty and highlights how it can make police work safer......»»
Starlink mobile plans hit snag as FCC dismisses SpaceX spectrum application
SpaceX application tossed but firm will get another shot in spectrum rulemaking. Enlarge / A Starlink user terminal during winter. (credit: Getty Images | AntaresNS) Starlink's mobile ambitions were dealt at least a temp.....»»
Researchers uncover key biomolecule involved in whooping cough infection
Researchers have identified a new complex-carbohydrate biomolecule, or glycan, that plays a key role in the nasal colonization of the Bordetella bacteria responsible for whooping cough. The discovery could make it possible to create a new drug or vac.....»»