Peptides, short strands of amino acids, have gained significant attention in various fields such as therapeutics, biomaterials, and chemical and biological research. The ability to modify and label peptides with functional molecules is crucial for their application in these areas. One particular challenge faced by researchers is the selective attachment of functional molecules to the
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Emergency planners in coastal cities like Shanghai and New York City are under immense pressure to safeguard elderly citizens from the detrimental effects of coastal flooding caused by storms and cyclones. A recent study has highlighted the vulnerability of these cities to storm-induced flooding and has pointed out the discrepancies in the emergency evacuation systems
A recent phase one trial conducted by Novo Nordisk revealed that their experimental weight loss pill, amycretin, could be significantly more effective than their current blockbuster drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy. The trial indicated that participants lost an impressive 13 percent of their body weight over a three-month period, compared to the typical six percent weight
Recently, the FDA made a proposal to revoke the registration of a modified vegetable oil known as BVO, which has been used as an emulsifying agent in citrus-flavored sodas since the 1930s. The decision was made based on toxicology studies that raised concerns about the safety of using BVO in food products. This move marks
The chemical industry is facing a critical moment as the world grapples with the realities of climate change. In a bid to reduce carbon emissions, German group Covestro is leading the way by experimenting with the use of sugar as a base material instead of oil in the manufacture of aniline, a key chemical used
The surge in remote work in the United States due to the Covid-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the commercial real estate sector. Office buildings in major cities like San Francisco, Washington, and New York are now seeing a significant decrease in occupancy rates, with white-collar workers opting to work from home instead
While Bitcoin has been dominating the headlines with its new record highs, Ether has quietly been making its own impressive surge in the cryptocurrency market. Launched in 2015, Ether, also known as Ethereum, has now established itself as the second-largest digital currency with a total value exceeding $460 billion. This recent surge can be attributed
In the field of robotics, the ability for robots to closely imitate human actions and movements in real-time is crucial for them to be able to learn and perform everyday tasks effectively. However, the lack of correspondence between a robot’s body and that of its human user has been a significant challenge in achieving successful
The study of batteries has long been focused on electrical properties such as voltage and current. However, a recent research conducted by a team of scientists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has shed light on the significance of examining how heat flows in relation to electricity in order to gain valuable insights into battery
Europa, one of Jupiter’s icy moons, has long been considered a promising candidate for hosting extraterrestrial life within our solar system. The recent Juno mission to Jupiter provided a groundbreaking opportunity to directly sample Europa’s atmosphere in unprecedented detail. This mission aimed to shed more light on the habitability of this intriguing moon. Evidence from
In a surprising turn of events, Apple has decided to allow Epic Games to develop a competing European app store for iPhones. This decision comes after a heated feud between the two companies tested a new law governing big tech on the continent. Following discussions with Epic, Apple has agreed to comply with the Digital
The Universe experienced a very active phase in its early years, with gas clouds collapsing to form new stars. Galaxies required a rich supply of gas to continue star formation. However, when the galaxy JADES-GS-z7-01-QU was observed, there was little evidence of ongoing star formation. It appeared to be in a ‘quenched’ state, suggesting that