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Phys.org / Heat-inducible promoters show varied expression patterns in sugarcane stems

Inducible promoters provide remarkable utility when sustained transgene expression compromises plant development or agronomic performance.

8 hours ago in Biology
Tech Xplore / How chameleon materials adjust to climate extremes in real time

Every summer, our cities burn energy to keep us cool. The same happens in winter with the increasing demand for heating.

7 hours ago in Engineering
Medical Xpress / Rental aid during pandemic boosted mental health

Federal rental assistance distributed during the COVID-19 pandemic did far more than help people stay in their homes. It also improved their mental health.

7 hours ago in Psychology & Psychiatry
Phys.org / Dual-layer filtration system blocks nanoplastics release from landfill leachate

UBC Okanagan researchers have created a new two-layer membrane filtration system that can significantly reduce the amount of micro and nanoplastics that leak from landfills into local water basins.

4 hours ago in Earth
Phys.org / Why some entrepreneurs are happier than others—study suggests it's not because of money

Entrepreneurs driven by independence and creativity are far more likely to feel satisfied with their lives than those motivated by status or money, according to new research from King's Business School.

4 hours ago in Other Sciences
Phys.org / Australia heat wave stokes risk of catastrophic bushfires

Firefighters warned millions of Australians of "catastrophic" bushfire dangers on Thursday as they battled multiple blazes stoked by a heat wave blanketing the country.

10 hours ago in Earth
Medical Xpress / Nestlé recalls baby formula over toxin risk

Nestlé has announced a global recall of some baby formula products, saying they may contain a toxin that can cause food poisoning in infants.

2 hours ago in Health
Tech Xplore / Apple Card switches hands but no immediate changes for users

The Apple Card, known for its intuitive features and other perks for consumers, will now be issued by JPMorgan but Apple says nothing will change for users.

4 hours ago in Business
Phys.org / Dogs' dinners can have greater climate impact than those of their owners

Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have a bigger dietary carbon pawprint than their owners, according to the largest study into dog food's climate impact.

20 hours ago in Earth
Phys.org / Study suggests taking photos at live events can come at a social cost

At the start of a concert, a voice may come over the speakers warning members of the audience not to take photos or videos of the performance.

10 hours ago in Other Sciences
Tech Xplore / Dancing isn't enough: Industry pushes for practical robots

Humanoid robots danced, somersaulted, dealt blackjack and played ping-pong at the Consumer Electronics Show this week, but some in the industry are impatient for them to become more useful, not just a promise of things to ...

10 hours ago in Robotics
Tech Xplore / Bringing Van Gogh to life: How VR could redefine the way we experience art and culture

Tampa crowds are currently sailing underneath Vincent van Gogh's twinkling "Starry Night" and drifting through his golden "Wheat Fields" in the 360-degree digital art exhibition, "Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience." The ...

8 hours ago in Consumer & Gadgets