Using biocontrol yeast to curb kiwifruit soft rot
Postharvest kiwifruit is susceptible to various fungal pathogens, especially soft rot, causing massive industry losses. Due to scientific concerns about consumer health and the ecosystem, as well as increasing constraints on the application of chemic.....»»
Australia proposing new laws to curb big tech market power
After a long study period, Australia's anti-trust body has proposed a series of new laws, regulations, and penalties intended to constrain Apple, Google, and others.An Apple Store in Sydney AustraliaApple and Google have both previously protested aga.....»»
A magnetosome-like structure with high tumor tissue penetration efficiency
In a study published in PNAS, a research team led by Prof. Wang Junfeng from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences biomimetically synthesized soft ferromagnetic nanoparticles with high magnetic targeting.....»»
The future of space food: Using bioengineered yeast to feed humans off-Earth
Take a common form of yeast, a 3D printer, and some clever science, and what do you have? A versatile and nutritious food system for tomorrow's discerning space traveler......»»
As the US seeks to close in on China"s chip industry, a German question is on the horizon
As US accelerates efforts to curb China's semiconductor industry, key countries in the global semiconductor value chain are expecting pressures from Washington to follow suit......»»
How to reset an iPad: soft reset, force restart, and factory reset
If your iPad has frozen up or it's acting a little strangely, you may want to consider resetting it. Here's how to do it and what each option does to your iPad......»»
New EU law could open up messaging and app buying
The Digital Markets Act designed to curb the market power of big-tech is starting to come into force......»»
Climate Questions: What are the solutions to climate change?
As the world warms and extreme weather events mount, governments and corporations have been called on to address climate change by top officials, climate scientists and activists and to curb levels of heating......»»
2023 Kia Telluride X-Pro First Drive: Soft-Roading Crossover Makes Big Promises
Kia's updated Telluride isn't just hoping to take you off-road but tempt you from out of luxury SUV dealerships. Has this three-row SUV done enough to convince? Kia'.....»»
Dynamic modeling of the central carbon metabolism of Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Biotechnology involves the use of living organisms or parts of them to carry out a specific purpose. Due to its versatile, robust, and stress tolerant physiology, the microorganism Saccharomyces cerevisiae, also known as baker's yeast, has become one.....»»
New research reveals how genes turn on and off
Yeast, that simple organism essential to making beer and bread, has revealed for Cornell University researchers a key mechanism in how genes are controlled......»»
Southeast Asia digital economy slows as consumers curb spending
Growth in Southeast Asia's Internet economy is slowing after years of expansion, showing that even emerging digital markets aren't immune to economic headwinds......»»
4 Reasons Not to Install macOS Monterey 12.6.1 & 11 Reasons You Should
4 Reasons Not to Install macOS Monterey 12.6.1 & 11 Reasons You Should is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile. Apple’s macOS Monterey 12.6.1 update could have a huge impact on your Mac’s performance. While many users should install the soft.....»»
UK regulator needs teeth to curb big tech, MPs say
They urge publication of a draft bill that could see firms fined 10% of turnover for market abuses......»»
How proteins in yeast communicate to find mates
Understanding the family of cellular on/off switches known as G-proteins is important because these proteins control a lot of the communication between cells in the human body and beyond. A new study from the University of Maine has revealed more det.....»»
Discovery of 119-million-year-old selfish genes in yeast illustrates how parasitic DNA impacts genome evolution
Meiotic drivers are a type of selfish gene. Present in the genomes of nearly all species, including humans, they unfairly transfer their genetic material to more than half of their offspring, sometimes leading to infertility, and decreased organism h.....»»
"Smart plastic" material is step forward toward soft, flexible robotics and electronics
Inspired by living things from trees to shellfish, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin set out to create a plastic much like many life forms that are hard and rigid in some places and soft and stretchy in others. Their success—a first,.....»»
EPA could get tough on leaded fuel in airplanes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a major step to curb the largest remaining source of airborne lead pollution......»»
Black women started living the soft life. Then came quiet quitting.
Before quiet quitting took corporate America by storm, Black women were quietly quitting their arduous lifestyles. They dubbed it the soft life: An online aesthetic movement that emerged in 2021 that called for Black women to let go of the astro.....»»
"Authentic leaders" could inspire athletes to curb aggression: study
Sports coaches who display 'authentic leadership' qualities could find their athletes are less likely to act aggressively towards competitors, a new study reveals......»»
Review: Courant MAG:2 offers a minimalist sculptural take on an iPhone and AirPods charger
Luxury Apple accessory maker Courant recently launched its newest charger as the follow-up and bigger brother to MAG:1. MAG:2 features MagSafe compatibility with a minimalist sculptural metal and leather or soft-touch plastic and cloth design. Her.....»»