Researchers at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have made a significant breakthrough in X-ray imaging by developing a new detector using cascaded single-crystal devices. This innovation has the potential to reduce radiation exposure while maintaining excellent image quality, paving the way for improved clinical X-ray imaging and various applications that require…
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding the human brain’s unique genetic features, which could lead to new therapies for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and schizophrenia. By comparing human and primate brain cells, researchers found that human dopamine neurons express more genes that boost the activity of damage-reducing antioxidants, allowing them to cope…
The article highlights six antisense oligonucleotide companies leading the way in this emerging field. These companies, including Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Isarna Therapeutics, Regulus Therapeutics, Sarepta Therapeutics, Secarna Pharmaceuticals, and Wave Life Sciences, are developing innovative treatments for various diseases. The global antisense oligonucleotides market is projected to grow significantly, driven by the ability of these treatments…
Ripple’s XRP has demonstrated extraordinary resiliency in the cryptocurrency market, breaking through critical resistance levels and setting a $6 price target. This bullish trend is expected to be accompanied by two altcoins, Rexas Finance (RXS) and Cardano (ADA), which are gaining traction due to their innovative technologies and growing adoption. Forecast for 6 months: Ripple’s…
Walt Disney has agreed to pay $43.3 million to settle a lawsuit alleging that its female employees in California earned $150 million less than their male counterparts over an eight-year period. The settlement requires Disney to retain a labor economist for three years to analyze pay equity among full-time, non-union California employees. The lawsuit was…
A new book, “How to Kill an Asteroid,” highlights the growing concern of asteroid defense and the need for a more robust planetary security system. The book’s author, Robin George Andrews, emphasizes that while scientists have made progress in deflecting asteroids, the real challenge lies in developing a reliable asteroid detector and navigating the bureaucratic…
Bluesky, a social network gaining popularity due to an exodus of users from rival X, is in breach of European Union regulations that require online platforms to regularly publish regional user numbers. The Digital Services Act, which came into effect in February, aims to foster transparency and address illicit content. Bluesky has failed to report…
Physicists in China and Austria have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of quantum mechanics, calculating the effect of entanglement on the emission time of photoelectrons. Their research reveals counter-intuitive predictions that could be tested using improved free-electron lasers. The study focuses on the photoelectric effect, where photons interact with electrons in atoms, and…
The crypto market is experiencing a surge in altcoins, with major players like XRP and DOT showing impressive growth. However, emerging tokens like Monsta Mash are gaining traction, offering investors substantial returns. Monsta Mash, in particular, is expected to reach a staggering 1,000% growth, with its price rising to $0.0036 in the third phase of…
A Malaysian court has ordered the government to return dozens of Swatch watches seized over their LGBTQ pride designs, citing that they were confiscated illegally without a search warrant. The ruling comes after Switzerland-based Swatch filed a lawsuit arguing that the watches promoted “peace and love” rather than sexual activity. This decision may be a…
