Researchers at Utrecht University have discovered a new mechanism by which Huntington’s disease causes neuronal death. They found that toxic protein aggregates from a mutated huntingtin protein can damage the nuclear envelope, leading to DNA damage and gene misregulation in neurons. The study reveals that the aggregates poke holes in the membrane that separates the … Read more
A popular Airbnb host, Ashley, has been forced to implement a new rule after guests left her house in a state that will leave you scratching your head. The unusual situation arose when the guests spent three weeks at Ashley’s property, hauling out at least ten computers and setting up an improvised electric vehicle charging … Read more
Researchers from the University of California, Irvine have developed a one-dimensional nanoscale material that can change color in response to temperature changes. The material, described as “nano-scale mood rings,” has the potential to revolutionize the way we measure temperature at the nanoscale. Led by Professor Maxx Arguilla, the team grew crystals that resemble helical “slinkies” … Read more
Elon Musk’s financial struggles with X, formerly Twitter, are causing concern among investors and analysts. The company’s revenue has plummeted by 84% since 2022, according to the New York Times. This decline is attributed to advertiser boycotts following Musk’s outbursts against them. Musk may need to inject fresh capital into X, which could result in … Read more
As a parent, it’s natural to want to protect your child from harm. However, excessive protection can have unintended consequences that ultimately undermine children’s resilience and ability to cope with challenges on their own. Helicopter parenting is a style of parenting that involves overprotective and overly controlling behaviors, particularly during the transition to adulthood. This … Read more
Scientists at NASA’s Cold Atom Lab onboard the International Space Station (ISS) have made a groundbreaking achievement by successfully using a quantum sensor based on ultra-cold atoms of the element Rubidium to make high-precision measurements. This milestone has far-reaching implications, as these sensors could surpass traditional ones in sensitivity and accuracy, enabling advancements in fields … Read more
New research suggests that neuroticism, a personality trait characterized by frequent negative emotions, is linked to lower total brain volume – but only for individuals with low behavioral adjustment. Those who are more adaptable and able to adjust their behavior in response to changing situations appear to be shielded from the potential negative effects of … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the depths of the Earth’s mantle with the retrieval of a record-breaking 1268-meter drill core from the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. The drill core, collected during the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) Expedition 399, has provided a detailed mineralogical glimpse into the oceanic mantle. The findings challenge existing geological models … Read more
At this week’s Google gadget launch event, it took almost half an hour for the company to discuss its new gadgets. The event showcased the new Pixel 9 lineup and Pixel Watch 3, but Google’s true priorities became clear – AI matters more to the tech giant than any other product or service. In this … Read more
Researchers have discovered a new information-stealing malware called Banshee Stealer that specifically targets Apple computers running on macOS. The malware was first spotted in August and is available as a service for $3,000 per month. While not overly complex in its design, Banshee Stealer’s focus on macOS systems and the variety of data it collects … Read more