Why synonymous mutations are not always silent
New modeling shows how synonymous mutations—those that change the DNA sequence of a gene but not the sequence of the encoded protein—can still impact protein production and function. A team of researchers led by Penn State chemists modeled how ge.....»»
In some classrooms in Senegal, deaf and hard-of-hearing students now study alongside everyone else
Mouhamed Sall stepped to the chalkboard with a glance and quick question in sign language to an assistant. Then he solved the exercise to the silent approval of his classmates, who waved their hands in a display of appreciation......»»
Republicans who support childhood vaccine mandates often stay silent, research suggests
Most Republican voters support childhood vaccine mandates, yet may be discouraged from publicly expressing these views, a new study suggests......»»
New study paves the way for precision drugs to treat blood cancers
The Janus kinase 2 (JAK2) protein mediates signaling from several cytokine receptors in the regulation of hematopoiesis and immune responses. Somatic mutations in human JAK2 lead to constitutive activation and cytokine-independent signaling and under.....»»
First US moon lander in half a century stops working a week after tipping over at touchdown
The first U.S. spacecraft to land on the moon since the Apollo astronauts fell silent Thursday, a week after breaking a leg at touchdown and tipping over near the lunar south pole......»»
Unveiling rare diversity: The origin of heritable mutations in trees
What is the origin of genetic diversity in plants? Can new mutations acquired during growth be passed on to seeds? INRAE scientists, in collaboration with CIRAD and the CNRS, have used the French Guiana forest as the setting for their research, leadi.....»»
Zombie deer disease is spreading and scientists are concerned that it could jump to humans
In the tranquil expanses of North America's woodlands and grasslands, a silent but concerning phenomenon is unfolding: chronic wasting disease (CWD). The condition, often dubbed "zombie deer disease", is stealthily spreading among deer populations, s.....»»
Camera Manufacturer “Silent Sentinel” now Belongs to Motorola Solutions
It looks like the acquisition serves to strengthen the company's approach to security hardware platforms. The post Camera Manufacturer “Silent Sentinel” now Belongs to Motorola Solutions appeared first on Phandroid. Motorola So.....»»
Couple credits Apple Watch for detecting silent heart condition requiring medical intervention
Apple Watch added atrial fibrillation detection several years ago, and customers have benefited from the feature ever since. The latest example of making a difference comes from a couple out of Summerville, South Carolina. more….....»»
If plants can pick fungi to help fight pests and diseases, it opens a door to greener farming and ecosystem recovery
Just beneath your feet, an ancient and silent alliance endures. This alliance between plants and arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi is one of the oldest biological partnerships on Earth......»»
New E. coli strain will accelerate evolution of the genes of your choice
Strain eliminates the trade-offs of a high mutation rate. Enlarge (credit: Rodolfo Parulan Jr.) Genetic mutations are essential for innovation and evolution, yet too many—or the wrong ones—can be fatal. So researcher.....»»
Fisetin rescues pathogenic mutation of kinesin in neurons, finds study
Mutations in the kinesin KIF1A cause impaired axonal transport, resulting in neurological disorders or neurodevelopmental disorders known as KIF1A-associated neurological disorder (KAND). In clinical practice, there is limited knowledge about effecti.....»»
Silent fields: A cocktail of pesticides is stunting bumblebee colonies across Europe
The European Parliament voted against a proposal to curb the use of agricultural pesticides in November 2023. These chemicals, designed to protect crop yield from pest insects and other organisms, can contaminate the water and air and threaten the pe.....»»
Silent Hill: The Lost Message struggles to modernize a sensitive series
Silent Hill: The Lost Message tries to imagine how the classic horror series can speak to modern mental health topics, with well-meaning but clumsy results......»»
Silent Hill 2 still doesn’t have a release date, but you can play a free spinoff game now
While Silent Hill 2 didn't get a release date at today's Sony State of Play, a brand new Silent Hill spinoff game is out right now for free......»»
Nature"s DNA traps: Spider webs put new spin on wildlife research
Spiders might be silent heroes in helping us understand and keep track of animals, with new Curtin research revealing their webs act like natural traps for tiny bits of environmental DNA (eDNA) from vertebrates, which could change how we learn about.....»»
Immune cells drive sex reversal in zebrafish, a discovery that could improve treatments for female infertility
Mutations that disrupt development of germ cells cause infertility or birth defects. Mutations that cause female infertility in humans, such as mutations in the gene BMP15, also cause infertility in zebrafish. However, female zebrafish can undergo a.....»»
Silent Hill 2 remake: release date window, trailers, gameplay, and more
There was a rumor here. It's gone now. That's right, the Silent Hill 2 remake rumors have faded into the fog and become a reality. Here's everything we know......»»
Cancer-related mutations appear in stem cell derivatives used in regenerative medicine, shows study
Human pluripotent stem cells are cells that have two very important traits—a seemingly endless proliferative capability and the amazing ability to give rise to any cell in our body. These characteristics make these cells a great tool for research o.....»»
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 broke my heart — did CES 2024 just revive it?
The Zephyrus G14 has become synonymous with disappointment over the years. But here we are at CES 2024, and Asus shows its face again with its latest Zephyrus G14. Is that a flicker of hope sparking in my jaded heart?.....»»
Guantanamo Bay: 22 years of indefinite detention and eroded human rights
2024 marks the 22nd anniversary of the opening of the Guantanamo Bay detention camp, a facility shrouded in controversy and synonymous with indefinite detention and alleged human rights abuses......»»