Type VI secretion systems: Weapons of bacterial destruction
Bacteria can be quite aggressive. Armed with an impressive array of mechanical and biochemical weapons, they don't mess around when it comes to combating their foes. Notable among these armaments is the Type VI Secretion System (T6SS), a membrane-emb.....»»
Climate risks from exceeding 1.5°C reduced if warming swiftly reversed, says study
Earth systems could be "tipped" into unstable states if warming overshoots the 1.5°C target, but impacts could be minimized if warming is swiftly reversed......»»
New compound found to be effective against "flesh-eating" bacteria
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed a novel compound that effectively clears bacterial infections in mice, including those that can result in rare but potentially fatal "flesh-eating" illnesses. The com.....»»
Human muscle cells come back from space, look aged
Astronauts' muscles atrophy in space, but we can identify the genes involved. Enlarge / Muscle atrophy is a known hazard of spending time on the International Space Station. (credit: NASA) Muscle-on-chip systems are thr.....»»
White ants: The Earth"s backboneless backbone
The first thoughts that probably come to mind when you read the words "white ant" are images of house destruction, wood damage, pest control, and spending money! While white ants are in fact a major structural and agricultural pest, they are among th.....»»
Ancient Antarctic microorganisms are aggressive predators
In Antarctica there is a small lake, called Deep Lake, that is so salty it remains ice-free all year round despite temperatures as low as -20°C in winter. Archaea, a unique type of single-celled microorganism, thrive in this bitterly cold environmen.....»»
Samsung Galaxy Ring vs. Oura Ring: Which smart ring is better for you?
Smart rings are the newest type of wearable device, and Samsung is now in the game with the Galaxy Ring. Is it better than the Oura Ring? We found out......»»
Dell’s top PC deals are for creatives and big ideas: Save up to $700
Dell Canada Big ideas with creative elements sometimes require a lot of power or, to be more specific, newer systems with capable hardware. Even graphic design using cloud solutions like Canva and Adobe tools require a little extra power that older l.....»»
Breakthrough in plant disease: New enzyme could lead to anti-bacterial pesticides
Plant diseases pose significant challenges to agricultural productivity, presenting formidable hurdles that require urgent attention. Left unchecked, these diseases can spread rapidly, inflicting widespread damage on crops and leading to reduced yiel.....»»
Drivers love CarPlay as car infotainment systems get worse overall
CarPlay is popular with drivers, a J.D. Power study reveals, but that could be less about CarPlay, and more about how owners are so unhappy with infotainment systems provided by car makers.CarPlay in iOS 18As a means to access the services available.....»»
Study reveals soliton solutions in Maxwell-Bloch systems
Dr. Asela Abeya, of SUNY Poly faculty in the Department of Mathematics and Physics, has collaborated with peers at the University at Buffalo and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on a research paper titled "On Maxwell-Bloch systems with inhomogeneous.....»»
Drivers love CarPlay as car infotainment systems get wrose
CarPlay is popular with drivers, a J.D. Power study reveals, but that could be less about CarPlay, and more about how owners are so unhappy with infotainment systems provided by car makers.CarPlay in iOS 18As a means to access the services available.....»»
Practical strategies to mitigate risk and secure SAP environments
Large companies use ERP applications to manage business processes, including payroll and financial planning. This is precisely why bad actors are taking a renewed interest in these legacy systems – and succeeding. In this Help Net Security vide.....»»
Survey: Infotainment still sore spot for vehicle owners, but CarPlay remains on top
A new J.D. Power survey of vehicle owners has confirmed that infotainment systems are the worst. The only saving grace? Phone-based systems aren’t quite as bad, with Apple’s CarPlay coming out on top. more….....»»
Researchers put a finger on why men and women feel touch differently
The lab of University of Virginia systems engineer Gregory J. Gerling recently made a discovery on a touchy subject: why women generally seem to have a more acute sense of touch than men......»»
Scientists discover entirely new wood type that could be highly efficient at carbon storage
Researchers undertaking an evolutionary survey of the microscopic structure of wood from some of the world's most iconic trees and shrubs have discovered an entirely new type of wood......»»
Apple stealthily adds minor features in iOS 17.6, macOS 14.6 releases
The M3 MacBook Pro now supports multiple external monitors. Enlarge / iOS 17.6 installing on an iPhone 13 Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple has some minor updates for all its operating systems, and the releases include iO.....»»
Researchers develop general framework for designing quantum sensors
Researchers from North Carolina State University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have designed a protocol for harnessing the power of quantum sensors. The protocol could give sensor designers the ability to fine-tune quantum systems to.....»»
Engineers use machine learning to measure chaos in systems
How do we measure chaos and why would we want to? Together, Penn engineers Dani S. Bassett, J. Peter Skirkanich Professor in Bioengineering and in Electrical and Systems Engineering, and postdoctoral researcher Kieran Murphy leverage the power of mac.....»»
Is that glass bottle of orange juice better for the planet than a plastic container?
Which packaging type for a 12-ounce, single-serve container of orange juice would you choose as the most sustainable option:.....»»
Star Wars Outlaws feels like Ubisoft’s own Red Dead Redemption
Star Wars Outlaws is at its best when you're exploring its open world and engaging with systems reminiscent of Red Dead Redemption......»»