Protecting art and passwords with biochemistry
Researchers at ETH Zurich develop a novel DNA-based cryptographic method, potentially quantum-proof, for secure password verification and authentication of goods and supply chains.
Tiny brain bubbles carry complete codes
Researchers discovered that brain vesicles carry unique biological instructions, differing significantly in Alzheimer’s patients, potentially offering new insights into disease progression and treatment avenues.
Family ebike where you carry kids in a front bucket
Dutch green mobility company Tenways have launched Cargo One, a family ebike with room (and seat belts) for two kids or 800 litres worth of goods, costing €4.999.
First atlas of the human ovary with cell-level resolution is a step toward artificial ovary
University of Michigan engineers have developed an “atlas” of the human ovary, potentially paving the way for treatments to restore fertility and hormone production post-toxic medical treatments.
CHEOPS detects a ‘‘rainbow’’ on an exoplanet
The CHEOPS telescope reveals potential ‘glory’ phenomenon on exoplanet WASP-76b, suggesting a uniform cloud composition that may mirror a rainbow-like effect, a first discovery outside our solar system.
Electronic sock detects unhealthy walking style
Research by Dr. Ki Hong Lee and team at Chonnam National University Hospital introduces a novel electronic sock at EHRA 2024, promising to prevent diabetes-related foot complications.
The sense of smell is influenced by cues from other senses
A recent study reveals the human sense of smell is intricately linked to predictive brain functions, more so than vision or hearing, according to the Journal of Neuroscience.
Chinese humanoid talks with human, sorts objects
Chinese robotics firm UBTECH have integrated Baidu’s AI chatbot into their humanoid named Walker S, enabling it to converse and follow directions to perform tasks like folding clothes and sorting objects.
Probiotics in kombucha mimic fasting and reduce fat stores in worms
New research reveals kombucha tea’s microbes mimic fasting effects on fat metabolism in worm models, hinting at potential human health benefits, according to a PLOS Genetics study.
An hereditary liver disease cured with the help of gene scissors
Researchers in Finland have successfully corrected the genetic defect causing Argininosuccinate Lyase Deficiency, opening new possibilities for treating this metabolic disease through gene editing.