Science and Technology

Bella moths use poison to attract mates: Scientists are closer to finding out how

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
Researchers sequence the bella moth genome, which they used to pinpoint specific genes that may confer immunity to noxious alkaloids.

The spiciness of mustard may depend on soil microbes

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
New study finds microbes may influence the taste of mustard seeds.

AI tool creates 'synthetic' images of cells for enhanced microscopy analysis

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
Researchers have developed a method to use an image generation AI model to create realistic images of single cells, which are then used as 'synthetic data' to train an AI model to better carry out single-cell segmentation.

World's oases threatened by desertification, even as humans expand them

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
Oases are important habitats and water sources for dryland regions, sustaining 10% of the world's population despite taking up about 1.5% of land area. But in many places, climate change and anthropogenic activities threaten oases' fragile existence. New research shows how the world's oases have grown and shrunk over the past 25 years as water availability patterns changed and desertification encroaches on these wet refuges.

Eye-opener: Pupils enlarge when people focus on tasks

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
Normally, a person's pupils naturally widen (or dilate) in low-light environments to allow more light into the eye. However, in a new study, researchers reported that a person's pupils also dilate when they are concentrating on tasks. In particular, they found that the more a person's eyes dilated during the task, the better they did on tests measuring their working memory.

Liquid droplets shape how cells respond to change

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
New research has shown that cells regulate cAMP/PKA signaling by forming liquid droplets that segregate excess PKA catalytic subunits where they can do no harm. Some cancers may block the formation of liquid droplets, leading to hyperactive signaling and tumor formation.

Life goals and their changes drive success

Science Daily - 23/04/2024
Though life goals change over time, a study of teen goals indicates that goals of education and high prestige can drive success.

This alloy is kinky

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Researchers have uncovered a remarkable metal alloy that won t crack at extreme temperatures due to kinking, or bending, of crystals in the alloy at the atomic level. Unlike most materials, the new alloy keeps its shape and resists cracking at both high and low temperature extremes, making it potentially suitable for demanding applications like high-efficiency aerospace engines.

To find life in the universe, look to deadly Venus

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Despite surface temperatures hot enough to melt lead, lava-spewing volcanoes, and puffy clouds of sulfuric acid, uninhabitable Venus offers vital lessons about the potential for life on other planets, a new paper argues.

Everest mountaineer's letters digitized

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Letters written by the famous mountaineer George Mallory have been made available to a global audience for the first time, in the centenary year of his fatal attempt to scale Everest.

3 in 5 parents play short order cook for young children who don't like family meal

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
While most parents of preschool and elementary aged children strive to give their children a balanced, nutritional diet, some of their strategies to promote healthy eating may backfire, a national poll suggests.

Study explores possible future for early Alzheimer's diagnostics

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Digital memory test and a blood sample -- this combination will be tested for its potential to identify early Alzheimer's disease in a new research study. Over a hundred healthcare centers are part of the study that is now inviting participants to sign up. At least 3,000, preferably many more participants are needed for the study to be successful.

Giant galactic explosion exposes galaxy pollution in action

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Astronomers have produced the first high-resolution map of a massive explosion in a nearby galaxy, providing important clues on how the space between galaxies is polluted with chemical elements.

Switching off the light to see better

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Researchers used structured light and switchable fluorescent molecules to reduce the background light from the out-of-plane regions of microscope samples. This method allowed for the acquisition of images that surpassed the conventional resolution limit, and it may be useful for further study of cell clusters and other biological systems.

Japan's premodern concept of nature at root of distinctive mindset in early childhood education

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Observers of Japanese early childhood education and care have pointed to the mindset of educators watching over and waiting on preschoolers as being an intriguing tendency. This mimamoru approach has its roots in a premodern concept of nature.

New sensing checks for 3D printed products could overhaul manufacturing sector

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
A sensing technology that can assess the quality of components in fields such as aerospace could transform UK industry.

Feedback loop that is melting ice shelves in West Antarctica revealed

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
New research has uncovered a feedback loop that may be accelerating the melting of the floating portions of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, pushing up global sea levels. The study sheds new light on the mechanisms driving the melting of ice shelves beneath the surface of the ocean, which have been unclear until now.

2D materials rotate light polarization

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Physicists have shown that ultra-thin two-dimensional materials such as tungsten diselenide can rotate the polarization of visible light by several degrees at certain wavelengths under small magnetic fields suitable for use on chips.

New approach to tackle muscle loss in aging

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
A specific protein, TP53INP2, might prevent muscle loss associated with aging. A new study indicates that high levels of this protein are linked to greater muscle strength and healthier aging. This discovery paves the way for new treatments that could enhance the quality of life for the elderly.

Predicting cardiac arrhythmia 30 minutes before it happens

Science Daily - 22/04/2024
Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia worldwide with around 59 million people concerned in 2019. This irregular heartbeat is associated with increased risks of heart failure, dementia and stroke. It constitutes a significant burden to healthcare systems, making its early detection and treatment a major goal. Researchers have recently developed a deep-learning model capable of predicting the transition from a normal cardiac rhythm to atrial fibrillation. It gives early warnings on average 30 minutes before onset, with an accuracy of around 80%. These results pave the way for integration into wearable technologies, allowing early interventions and better patient outcomes.

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