What Is the New Langya Virus, and Should We Be Worried?
The Langya virus, which is related to the Nipah and Hendra viruses, has infected at least 35 people in China in the two years before 2021.....»»
Measles erupts in Florida school where 11% of kids are unvaccinated
Over 100 children at the school are susceptible to virus. Enlarge / A child with measles. (credit: Greene, Charles Lyman) Florida health officials on Sunday announced an investigation into a cluster of measles cases at.....»»
Examining viruses that can help "dial up" carbon capture in the sea
Armed with a catalog of hundreds of thousands of DNA and RNA virus species in the world's oceans, scientists are now zeroing in on the viruses most likely to combat climate change by helping trap carbon dioxide in seawater or, using similar technique.....»»
Q&A: Pork, pathogens and progress—a close look at PRRSV research
The pork industry provides people across different cultures a considerable source of protein, essential nutrients and a versatile ingredient for diverse culinary traditions. So, when the problem of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus.....»»
A Virus Found in Wastewater Beat Back a Woman’s ‘Zombie’ Bacteria
Viruses called phages are a promising treatment option for bacterial infections when antibiotics stop working, but they have limitations......»»
Study finds climate change has contributed to the spatial expansion of West Nile virus in Europe
West Nile virus is an emerging pathogen in Europe and represents a public health threat in previously non-affected European countries. Occurring in a cycle involving transmission between bird and mosquito species, this virus can be transmitted to hum.....»»
I just ordered my first folding phone, and I’m worried
I've just ordered a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, and far from being excited, I'm very worried. Here's why......»»
How to hide photos on an Android phone or tablet
Are you worried about your private snaps getting viewed by nosy strangers? We show you several ways to shield photos on your Android phone from prying eyes......»»
Studies find teenagers need better reproductive health education to tackle parenthood fears
Nearly half of teenagers are worried about having children and many lack knowledge about their reproductive health, find two new studies by University College London researchers......»»
MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 Proves to be a Financial Success for the Company
Should Qualcomm be worried? The post MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 Proves to be a Financial Success for the Company appeared first on Phandroid. MediaTek’s efforts towards improving its flagship SoC offerings has seemingly paid off.....»»
A new virus-like entity has just been discovered—"obelisks" explained
Biological entities called obelisks have been hiding—in large numbers—inside the human mouth and gut. These microscopic entities, which were recently discovered by a team at Stanford University, are circular bits of genetic material that contain.....»»
Virus ancestry could help predict next pandemic
Virus family history could help scientists identify which strains have the potential to become the so-called Disease X that causes the next global pandemic......»»
An infectious gibbon ape leukemia virus found to be colonizing a rodent"s genome in New Guinea
A research team has caught a glimpse of a rare case of retrovirus integration. Retroviruses are viruses that multiply by incorporating their genes into the genome of a host cell. If the infected cell is a germ cell, the retrovirus can then be passed.....»»
Researchers develop method to map interactions of specific RNA regions in live cells
The interplay between ribonucleic acid (RNA) and proteins is not only important for maintaining cellular homeostasis but is also at the center of the tug-of-war between virus and host. Until now, there has been no method to globally map direct intera.....»»
DNA particles that mimic viruses hold promise as vaccines
Using a virus-like delivery particle made from DNA, researchers from MIT and the Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT, and Harvard have created a vaccine that can induce a strong antibody response against SARS-CoV-2......»»
The best Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus screen protectors: top 8 picks
Are you worried your Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus needs more than case protection? It's time for a screen protector. Here are our favorite ones so far......»»
Discovery of a third RNA virus lineage in extreme environments
There are numerous RNA virus species on Earth. However, their diversity and evolution as well as roles in the ecosystem remain unclear......»»
West Nile virus emergence and spread in Europe positively associated with agricultural activities
The spread of West Nile virus in Europe is strongly linked to agricultural activities, urbanization, and bird migration, according to a modeling study published January 25, 2024, in the open-access journal PLOS Pathogens by Lu Lu from the University.....»»
How HIV smuggles its genetic material into the cell nucleus
Each year, about 1 million individuals worldwide become infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. To replicate and spread the infection, the virus must smuggle its genetic material into the cell nucleus and integrate it into a chromosome......»»
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the company’s most repairable phone
If you’re worried about the Samsung Galaxy S24 being difficult to repair, it seems that you have nothing to be concerned about. The post The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the company’s most repairable phone appeared first on Phandroid. The Sam.....»»
Fighting insider threats is tricky but essential work
Business executives are worried about accidental internal staff error (71%) almost as much as they are worried about external threats (75%). But which of the two is a bigger threat to a company? External vs insider threats External threats can cause.....»»