Web-based tool provides insights into disparities in exposure to fine particulate airborne matter
A team of researchers led by the Institute for Climate Change, Environmental Health, and Exposomics at Mount Sinai has developed an innovative web-based tool that provides accessible insights into disparities in exposure to fine particulate airborne.....»»
Why expanding access to algebra is a matter of civil rights
Bob Moses, who helped register Black residents to vote in Mississippi during the Civil Rights Movement, believed civil rights went beyond the ballot box. To Moses, who was a teacher as well as an activist, math literacy is a civil right: a requiremen.....»»
Transcriptomic insights into Chinese cabbage"s unique morphology
Understanding the genetic mechanisms behind leaf development is crucial for improving crop yields and resilience. In Chinese cabbage, the formation of leafy heads involves complex gene interactions that determine leaf shape and orientation. Despite p.....»»
Advanced algae sensor tested in Toledo proves valuable tool in protecting drinking water
Advanced technology tested nearly two years ago in the water treatment system that serves Toledo could prove valuable in efforts to protect the water that pours out of taps well beyond northwest Ohio, according to research published by The University.....»»
Researchers create power-generating, gel electret-based device for wearable sensors
A team of researchers from NIMS (National Institute for Materials Science), Hokkaido University and Meiji Pharmaceutical University has developed a gel electret capable of stably retaining a large electrostatic charge. The team then combined this gel.....»»
Research review offers insights for transforming the food sector
We're facing rising food insecurity, the cost-of-living squeeze, and ever-changing climate events. It's no wonder our food systems are in urgent need of a reboot......»»
Drone racing prepares neural-network AI for space
Drones are being raced against the clock at Delft University of Technology's "Cyber Zoo" to test the performance of neural-network-based AI control systems planned for next-generation space missions......»»
Paper-based biosensor offers fast, easy detection of fecal contamination on produce farms
Purdue University researchers are introducing a new biosensor technology to the agricultural industry inspired by advancements achieved during the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
The ornate horns of ancient marvel Lokiceratops point to evolutionary insights
What do you get when you cross Norse mythology with a 78-million-year-old ancestor to the Triceratops? Answer: Lokiceratops rangiformis, a plant-eating dinosaur with a very fancy set of horns......»»
Verimatrix XTD dashboard enhancements improve mobile app security
Verimatrix announced major enhancements to its XTD dashboard, providing customers with better visibility into application security risks and more actionable insights to better protect mobile apps and users. First launched in early 2022, the updated X.....»»
How to brainstorm and mind-map in Freeform
Apple's included Freeform app is a versatile tool for note-taking, doodles, collaborative planning, and much more. Here's how to use it as a mind-mapping tool for visualizing plans, projects, and ideas on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad.Freeform is includ.....»»
EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil: Here"s what that could mean for households across the US
As spring phases into summer across the U.S., kids are spending more time outdoors. Playing outside is healthy in all kinds of ways, but it also poses some risks. One that many families may not be aware of is exposure to lead in soil, which is still.....»»
Researcher: Improving gender equality will help end violence against women, but it"s only part of the puzzle
The spike in reports of women murdered by men this year has prompted widespread conversations across Australia about how we end gender-based violence. Much of this discussion has been about the importance of creating a more gender-equal society......»»
Shepherd"s graffiti sheds new light on Acropolis lost temple mystery
The Acropolis of Athens, the rocky hill in the Greek capital that is home to the iconic Parthenon temple, is one of the world's most visited and well-known archaeological sites—but new insights about it are still emerging......»»
Ford updates floorplan assistance program based on dealer input
Ford is changing how it pays dealerships for the cost of carrying inventory, creating the potential for more profit and encouraging vehicles to be turned faster......»»
Apple offers to help you choose the best Mac, with new online tool
Apple has added a new tool to its website, to help you choose the best Mac for your needs. The tool asks you a number of questions – including your desired maximum spend – and then makes recommendations … more….....»»
Find out which cybersecurity threats organizations fear the most
This article compiles excerpts from various reports, presenting statistics and insights on cybersecurity threats faced by businesses and individuals alike. Cyber insurance isn’t the answer for ransom payments Veeam | 2024 Ransomware Trends Rep.....»»
SELKS: Open-source Suricata IDS/IPS, network security monitoring, threat hunting
SELKS is a free, open-source, turnkey solution for Suricata-based network intrusion detection and protection (IDS/IPS), network security monitoring (NSM), and threat hunting. The project is developed and maintained by Stamus Networks. SELKS is an eff.....»»
Korean study forecasts 110,000 premature deaths by 2050 due to PM2.5 and aging
A new study from the Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) indicates that fine particulate matter, which is less than 2.5 µm in diameter (PM2.5), is increasingly impacting the rapidly aging Korean population. Due to this population a.....»»
New study finds at least 1 in 4 US residential yards exceeds new EPA lead soil level guideline
Roughly one in four U.S. households have soil exceeding the new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's lead screening levels of 200 parts per million (ppm), halved from the previous level of 400 ppm, a new study found. For households with exposure fr.....»»
M4 MacBook Pro upgrade could arrive by end of 2024
Apple could be planning to update the MacBook Pro lineup to M4 chips before the end of 2024, based on OLED screen production timetables.A MacBook Pro with M4 could be on the horizon. Apple has so far only included the M4 chip in one product, with the.....»»