One flight closer to space tourism Virgin Galactic is one flight closer to becoming a commercial "spaceline." The company's passenger spacecraft, SpaceShipTwo, completed its first rocket-powered flight Monday morning above the Mojave Desert in California. More
U.S. plans to drop gray wolves from endangered list The planned ruling would eliminate protection for the top predators, but scientists and conservationists say the proposal is flawed. Federal authorities intend to remove endangered species protections for all gray wolves in the Lower 48 states, carving out an a exception for a small pocket of about 75 Mexican wolves in the wild in Arizona and New Mexico, according to a draft document obtained by The Times. More
New calls to rename Higgs boson One of the scientists who developed the theory of the Higgs boson says the particle should be renamed to acknowledge the contributions of others involved in the work. More
Scientists Unravel the Secrets of 37 Key Genes Linked to Reproductive Health and Longevity Researchers revealed genetic links between reproductive health, fertility, and longevity, emphasizing their impact on overall health. Researchers from the University of Oxford’s Leverhulme Centre for ... 12/21/2024 - 5:42 pm | View Link
Do You Have the Right Genes for This Multiple Myeloma Treatment? (HealthDay News) — Genetic tests can show which patients with the blood cancer multiple myeloma should respond to targeted therapy, a new study finds. A special six-gene pattern can help predict who ... 12/20/2024 - 4:18 am | View Link
A Mouse Was Created Using Genes From An Ancient Single-Celled Organism And Displays Unique Physical Traits Not Seen In Other Mice In fact, there were only single-celled organisms that could move around through the waters of the oceans. Needless to say, these single-celled organisms were quite simple compared to what we see today ... 12/20/2024 - 2:48 am | View Link
Genes linked to deadly parasites' spread beyond Africa identified Parasites that cause the deadly illness known as sleeping sickness can spread beyond their native Africa as a result of mutations to key genes, a study shows. 12/20/2024 - 12:18 am | View Link
CRISPR screening method uses colored nuclei to reveal key genes The identification of genes involved in diseases is one of the major challenges of biomedical research. Researchers at the University of Bonn and the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) have developed a ... 12/19/2024 - 5:00 am | View Link
Genes | An Open Access Journal from MDPI Genes is a peer-reviewed, open access journal of genetics and genomics published monthly online by MDPI. The Spanish Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (SEBBM) is affiliated with Genes and their members receive discounts on the article processing charges. 12/21/2024 - 6:10 am | View Website
Gene In biology, the word gene has two meanings. The Mendelian gene is a basic unit of heredity. The molecular gene is a sequence of nucleotides in DNA that is transcribed to produce a functional RNA. 12/20/2024 - 11:58 pm | View Website
DNA vs Genes vs Chromosomes: An Overview What are genes? Genes are the building blocks for your body. Some genes give the instructions to make proteins. A protein’s job is to tell your body what types of physical characteristics you should have, like your hair and eye color. Some genes code for RNA, which does other jobs. How do I get genes? You can’t buy genes from a department ... 12/20/2024 - 11:01 pm | View Website
Home Gene integrates information from a wide range of species. A record may include nomenclature, Reference Sequences (RefSeqs), maps, pathways, variations, phenotypes, and links to genome-, phenotype-, and locus-specific resources worldwide. Find genes by... 12/20/2024 - 10:25 pm | View Website
Gene | Definition, Structure, Expression, & Facts | Britannica gene, unit of hereditary information that occupies a fixed position (locus) on a chromosome. Genes achieve their effects by directing the synthesis of proteins. In eukaryotes (such as animals, plants, and fungi), genes are contained within the cell nucleus. 12/20/2024 - 10:18 pm | View Website
The Hurricanes stayed hot on the transfer recruiting trail Saturday, securing a commitment from Michigan State defensive back Charles Brantley.
Brantley was the fourth player to commit to UM on Saturday, joining defensive lineman David Blay, kicker Carter Davis and long snapper Adam Booker. Brantley announced his commitment on social media.
Brantley is listed as the No.
The Miami Dolphins will go a third consecutive Sunday without activating Pro Bowl edge rusher Bradley Chubb since his return to practice after a year-long rehab from a significant knee injury.
While the Dolphins did not bring Chubb back from the physically-unable-to-perform list Saturday, they did activate fellow outside linebacker Cameron Goode, who is set to make his season debut Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers after also making a lengthy rehab, tearing the patellar tendon in a knee Jan.
CORAL GABLES — Javon Ervin hit three of four from the line in the final minute of overtime and Carmelo Pacheco added two more with five seconds left as Mount St. Mary’s came from 10 points down to start the second half to upset Miami 78-74 on Saturday.
The victory was just the second all-time over a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference and the Mountaineers’ first win over Miami, which has now lost eight of its last nine games.
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By MARK LONG
Associated Press
GAINESVILLE — Will Richard scored a career-high 26 points, three teammates notched double-doubles and No. 7 Florida remained undefeated with a 99-45 victory over North Florida on Saturday.
Richard made 9 of 12 shots from the floor, including 6 of 8 shots from 3-point range, and finished with five rebounds, two steals and two assists.
Sam Alexis chipped in 14 points and 12 rebounds.
The Miami Hurricanes are losing at least six defensive linemen this offseason, but they took a step toward rebuilding that unit Saturday afternoon.
Louisiana Tech defensive tackle David Blay committed to Miami, sharing the news on his social media page. Additionally, the Hurricanes landed FAU kicker Carter Davis and Charlotte long snapper Adam Booker.
Miami has added five transfers, with Saturday’s trio joining wide receiver C.
Former ballerina Jessie-Sierra Ross — the voice behind the “Straight to the Hips, Baby” blog — knows a thing or two about the art of presenting something beautiful.
Growing up, she writes, she loved helping her mom bake and observing icons like Julia Child and Martha Stewart make culinary magic. As her career into professional dancing progressed, she found that role complicated her relationship with food — she describes feeling like she had to deny herself decadence in what she ate, but she continued to develop an appreciation for plating and the artistry of a well-laid table.
Jessie-Sierra Ross, blogger behind “Straight to the Hips, Baby” is the author of the new “Seasons Around the Table: Effortless Entertaining with Floral Tablescapes & Seasonal Recipes.” (Courtesy Jonathan Ross)
Retiring from professional dancing gave her time to dig into cooking and hosting parties, where she found a winning formula.