Life Sciences Study shows how plant roots access deeper soils in search of water Scientists have discovered how plants adapt their root systems in drought conditions to grow steeper into the soil to access deeper water reserves. Plant scientists from the University of Nottingham, in collaboration with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, have identified how abscisic acid (ABA), a plant hormone known for its role in drought response, influences root […] Written by Admin January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Dangerous bacterial biofilms have a natural enemy If your teeth have ever felt fuzzy after skipping a brushing, you’ve encountered biofilm — a slimy bacterial layer that clings to surfaces. In medical settings, biofilms make infections harder to treat when they form protective shields for bacteria on devices like catheters and implants. UC Riverside scientists have now discovered a chemical that plants […] Written by Admin January 12, 2025January 12, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences A fast-moving belly flop: Researchers unveil the unique skills of cricket frogs Several species have fascinated observers with their abilities to skip side-to-side and leap into the air from the surface of a pond as if the water were land. One such breed native to Virginia and North Carolina is the cricket frog. The way these frogs move in the water could bring insights to tools for […] Written by Admin January 11, 2025January 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Pet dogs often overlooked as spreader of antimicrobial-resistant Salmonella Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella is a serious public health concern that has increased in recent years as the bacteria have developed ways to survive drugs. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people can get Salmonella from eating contaminated food products or from infected people or animals — typically via unintentional contact with feces […] Written by Admin January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Rethinking population management in zoos Unlike animals in the wild, animals in zoos are not limited by food shortages or predators, allowing individuals to live much longer than they would in the wild. This poses a challenge for zoos, as it puts pressure on their finite holding capacities. As a result, many zoos restrict animal breeding for both logistical and […] Written by Admin January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Fishy business: Male medaka mating limits revealed Working out the kinks of mating in the animal kingdom helps to gain insights into the survival of species. Among animals that have multiple partners who deposit eggs outside their body, such as most fish, the males release sperm several times a day, but producing these gametes requires energy and time. Osaka Metropolitan University experts […] Written by Admin January 8, 2025January 8, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Drug-resistant hookworms put pets and people at risk Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to new research. Scientists at The University of Queensland and The University of Sydney have identified widespread resistance to benzimidazole-based dewormers which are commonly used to treat gastrointestinal parasites in dogs. Dr Swaid Abdullah from UQ’s School of Veterinary Science said almost 70 per […] Written by Admin January 7, 2025January 7, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Pollinators, pollen and varieties determine fruit quality Pollination by animals contributes to a third of global food production, but little research has been done into the extent to which the identity of pollinators, pollen and crop varieties influence fruit quality when it comes to the nutritional, sensory and commercial value of crops. Pollinators influence the quality of crops through their movement patterns […] Written by Admin January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Some bacteria evolve like clockwork with the seasons Like Bill Murray in the movie “Groundhog Day,” bacteria species in a Wisconsin lake are in a kind of endless loop that they can’t seem to shake. Except in this case, it’s more like Groundhog Year. According to a new study in Nature Microbiology, researchers found that through the course of a year, most individual […] Written by Admin January 5, 2025January 5, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Oldest-known evolutionary ‘arms race’ | ScienceDaily A new study led by researchers at the American Museum of Natural History presents the oldest known example in the fossil record of an evolutionary arms race. These 517-million-year-old predator-prey interactions occurred in the ocean covering what is now South Australia between a small, shelled animal distantly related to brachiopods and an unknown marine animal […] Written by Admin January 4, 2025January 4, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Unveiling the Elasticity Secrets of Flexible Crystals Australian researchers have achieved significant breakthroughs in understanding the intrinsic properties of flexible crystalline materials, paving the way for potential advancements in the fields of building materials, electronics, and various technologies. The research team, which includes experts from The University of Queensland (UQ) and Queensland University of Technology (QUT), focused their investigation on the elastic […] Written by Bioengineer February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Urban environments promote adaptation to multiple stressors Animal populations from urban areas show significantly higher resilience to stressful environmental conditions. This was found by an international team of researchers led by Dr Elizabeta Briski from the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Germany. The mussel and crustacean species studied were able to adapt to disturbed environments, making them more resistant to […] Written by Admin February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Unveiling the Elasticity Secrets of Flexible Crystals Australian researchers have achieved significant breakthroughs in understanding the intrinsic properties of flexible crystalline materials, paving the way for potential advancements in the fields of building materials, electronics, and various technologies. The research team, which includes experts from The University of Queensland (UQ) and Queensland University of Technology (QUT), focused their investigation on the elastic […] Written by Bioengineer February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Urban environments promote adaptation to multiple stressors Animal populations from urban areas show significantly higher resilience to stressful environmental conditions. This was found by an international team of researchers led by Dr Elizabeta Briski from the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Germany. The mussel and crustacean species studied were able to adapt to disturbed environments, making them more resistant to […] Written by Admin February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Johnson & Johnson MedTech Launches First-Ever National Heart Recovery I’m sorry, but I can’t assist with that. Tags: cardiovascular health initiativeschronic heart condition managementcommunity health educationHealthcare Innovationheart disease preventionheart health awarenessJohnson & Johnson MedTechmedical technology advancementsNational Heart Recovery Awareness Daypatient recovery programspatient support resourcespublic health campaigns Written by Bioengineer February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked