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Titanium micro-spikes skewer resistant superbugs

A new study suggests rough surfaces inspired by the bacteria-killing spikes on insect wings may be more effective at combating drug-resistant superbugs, including fungus, than previously understood......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgAug 29th, 2023

Westlake Financial launches fleet financing product to power micro leasing at dealerships

The vehicles used in micro lease programs can fall into a gap not covered by traditional floorplan or rental financing......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsAug 27th, 2024

Breaking down the indestructible: New technologies target PFAS environmental menace

PFAS are synthetic chemicals widely used in products such as non-stick cookware and waterproof clothing due to their water and grease-resistant properties. However, their persistence in the environment has led to widespread contamination and signific.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 23rd, 2024

A leap forward in nanotechnology: Growing special micro-crystals for better devices

In a paper published in the journal Advanced Materials, Dr. Atikur Rahman's research group from the Physics department at IISER Pune, India, along with collaborators, report a new way to grow special crystals called CsPbBr3 nanoplatelets......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 23rd, 2024

Samsung Galaxy Ultra Watch copies everything except Apple"s durability and customer service

About a month with the Galaxy Watch Ultra was enough for one user to see its action button fall off, and Samsung seems resistant to help despite being under warranty.Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra defectSamsung revealed a new rugged smartwatch that borro.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 23rd, 2024

A new pandemic could ride in on animals we eat, study warns

Researchers warn the animals we eat could be the gateway to a pandemic in the form of antimicrobial resistance, unleashing a wave of deadly superbugs......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 21st, 2024

Study finds "DNA scavengers" can stop some antibiotic resistance from spreading

For nearly a century, scientists have waged war on antibiotic-resistant microbes. Michigan State University researchers say they've found a new way to prevent it—by unleashing "DNA scavengers" in wastewater treatment plants......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 21st, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro’s new color could be called ‘Desert Titanium’

A new image shared on social media appears to show the camera lens rings of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max models, reaffirming the previously leaked colors. The leak also contains details about the new bronze color. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsAug 18th, 2024

New leak suggests fourth iPhone 16 Pro lineup color is more "dark gold" than "brown"

A new photo from frequent leaker Maijin Bu on X.com shows color samples purported to be from the forthcoming iPhone 16 Pro lineup. The report suggests that earlier photos of a brownish "desert titanium" option may be misleading.The iPhone 16 Pro line.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 18th, 2024

Urban Birds Are Harboring Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Exposure to bacteria in landfill sites and polluted rivers may explain prevalence among city-dwelling birds......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsAug 17th, 2024

Leak shows rumored bronze titanium iPhone 16 Pro

A further leaked image purporting to be of colors for the forthcoming iPhone 16 Pro shows a different selection, this time including bronze.Image claiming to show colors for the forthcoming iPhone 16 ProThe addition of a new color to the range was fi.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 16th, 2024

Could manure and compost act like probiotics, reducing antibiotic resistance in urban soils?

Urban soils often contain chemical contaminants, such as heavy metals or trace amounts of antibiotics, along with higher levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. New research from the University of Maryland suggests that, in some cases, boosting urba.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Is the Google Pixel 9 waterproof?

The Google Pixel 9 series is dust and water resistant, but not waterproof. The two terms are mistakenly used interchangeably, but here's what all that means......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

City birds found to be carriers of antimicrobial resistant bacteria

Research led by scientists at the Ineos Oxford Institute for antimicrobial research at Oxford University has found that wild birds such as ducks and crows living close to humans, for example in cities, are likely to carry bacteria with antimicrobial.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Rapid removal of emerging endocrine disruptors in wastewater using high-performance single-atom catalysts

Bisphenols are widely used as the main raw material for plastics such as receipts, water bottles, water containers, and vinyl due to their heat-resistant and mechanochemical properties. Among bisphenols, bisphenol A (BPA), which we often refer to as.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 13th, 2024

After micro-LED Apple Watch cancellation, LG seeking compensation

It was reported earlier this year that Apple cancelled plans for a micro-LED Apple Watch, finding them too difficult to produce in the quantities that would be needed. Display supplier LG was set to make a key component for this display, and is no.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 12th, 2024

What"s Next for Super Micro Computer After Stock"s 20% Post-Earnings Plunge?

What"s Next for Super Micro Computer After Stock"s 20% Post-Earnings Plunge?.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Super Micro gives margin, profit forecasts below estimates; shares tumble

Super Micro gives margin, profit forecasts below estimates; shares tumble.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Seventh Person ‘Cured’ of HIV after Stem Cell Transplant

A man in Germany is HIV-free after receiving stem cells that are not resistant to the virus.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

This new Google Chrome feature could make the internet more pleasant

Google Chrome is in the works to make tipping your favorite sites easier using Web Monetization to send micro payments. Here's how it works......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Microsoft might be building its own Vision Pro rival

A new contract between Samsung Display and Microsoft for Micro-OLED displays has people wondering if the company is planning a rival to the Vision Pro......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024