Scientists at the University of College London have made a groundbreaking discovery, revealing the first crystal structure of an alternative DNA shape from the insulin gene. This breakthrough could lead to new insights into diabetes treatment. DNA is typically formed of two strands that wind around each other, known as a double helix. However, researchers … Read more
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a method to make sound waves travel only in one direction, a breakthrough that could have significant implications for electromagnetic wave technology. The team, led by Professor Nicolas Noiray, has published their findings in Nature Communications. In most cases, sound and light waves propagate in both forward and backward … Read more
Are you tired of TeamViewer’s personal-use restrictions? Fear not, as RustDesk 1.3.0 has arrived as an open-source alternative. This app allows remote control and screen sharing across major platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS (with limitations for iPhone/iPad). The client works seamlessly, offering features like: * View and control remote devices with one app … Read more
Scientists at Cognigenics have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of neuroscience and mental health treatment. Their research, published in Genomic Psychiatry, shows that an RNA-based therapy called COG-201 can improve memory and reduce anxiety in animal models. COG-201 targets the serotonin 5-HT2A receptor, which plays a crucial role in regulating mood, anxiety, and … Read more
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has launched an investigation into Twitter’s use of European users’ data to train its AI chatbot, Grok. The probe follows a court proceeding earlier this week, which saw Twitter agree to suspend data processing for Grok training and commit to deleting any collected data. However, the DPC confirmed that … Read more
Mike Flanagan has offered an update on his adaptation of Stephen King’s bestselling novels for television, including two standalone films set within the universe. The project, which has been in development for some time, is still moving forward despite Flanagan’s recent work on other projects. In a profile interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Flanagan shared … Read more
AT&T has taken legal action against Broadcom, alleging that the silicon-and-software shop is refusing to honor a contract extension for VMware support services. The telecom giant claims it paid for perpetual licenses and support under a deal that ends on September 8, with an option to extend the agreement for two years provided it activates … Read more
Magnesium supplements have gained popularity on social media as a natural sleep aid. While magnesium is essential for health, there’s little evidence to support its effectiveness in promoting sleep. Instead, focus on good sleep habits, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule, avoiding large meals before bedtime, and creating a restful sleep environment. Beyond sleep, … Read more
Researchers at Zurich’s Federal Institute of Technology have discovered a groundbreaking method for transforming cocoa bean pod husks and flesh into a sugary syrup, potentially revolutionizing the chocolate manufacturing process. This innovation clears two major hurdles in one jump, allowing chocolatiers to remove sugar from their processes and significantly reduce biological waste. The team, led … Read more
A groundbreaking study published in Science has revealed a shocking link between the decline of bat colonies across the United States and the deaths of over 1,300 children. Environmental economist Charles Taylor from Harvard Kennedy School notes that this finding is rare, as it demonstrates a causative link between human and bat wellbeing. The crisis … Read more