Who trusts gene-edited foods? New study gauges public acceptance
Researchers surveyed a nationally representative sample of 2,000 U.S. residents to gauge public acceptance of gene-edited foods. Social factors like food beliefs and trust in institutions played a big role in the participants’ willingness to eat or act…
Mantle cell lymphoma treatment varies according to setting
There is considerable variation in the management of mantle cell lymphoma across different clinical settings, and some strategies do not always conform with what might be expected, according to a recent analysis.
Robot overcomes uncertainty to retrieve buried objects
FuseBot is a new robotic system that fuses visual information and radio-frequency signals to efficiently find hidden items buried under a pile of objects, whether or not the targeted item has an RFID tag.
No more binge eating: Signal pathway in the brain that controls food intake discovered
Researchers have developed a novel approach to treating eating disorders. The scientists showed that a group of nerve cells in the hypothalamus (so-called AgRP, agouti-related peptide neurons) control the release of endogenous lysophospholipids, which …
New study investigates the microbiomes of dogs around the world
In a new study, researchers have sampled the fecal microbiomes across diverse geographical populations of dogs to better understand what they look like around the world.
Chemical risk assessment not up to par, researchers say
The current system of chemical risk assessment is inadequate and underestimates levels of flame retardants and other pollutants needed to cause harmful health effects, according to a recent analysis.
Is there a right-handed version of our left-handed universe?
To solve a long-standing puzzle about how long a neutron can ‘live’ outside an atomic nucleus, physicists entertained a wild but testable theory positing the existence of a right-handed version of our left-handed universe. They designed a mind-bending …
Why Bitcoin, Coinbase, and Silvergate Capital Are Falling Today
Crypto prices and stocks fell with the broader market.
Why Bitcoin, Coinbase, and Silvergate Capital Are Falling Today
Crypto prices and stocks fell with the broader market.
Why Nike Fell Hard on Tuesday
The footwear and athletic apparel giant beat earnings estimates, but its cautious guidance spooked some investors.
Why Nike Fell Hard on Tuesday
The footwear and athletic apparel giant beat earnings estimates, but its cautious guidance spooked some investors.
Why Shares of Enphase Energy Are Falling Today
An insider transaction is drawing attention from investors.
Why Airline Stocks Took Off This Morning
Investors are trying to look past the damage of the pandemic.
Why Melco Resorts Shares Popped 13.5% Today
China is opening up — a little — and that could help Macao’s gambling stocks.
Why Revlon Stock Was Sliding Today
The stock continues to bounce up and down following its bankruptcy protection filing.
Why Tesla Stock Hit the Brakes Today
Another analyst just revised his estimate for Tesla’s second-quarter deliveries downward.
Why ChargePoint Shares Rose Then Reversed Course Today
A big deal elsewhere in the EV charging space generated a short-lived pop for ChargePoint’s shares.
Why ExxonMobil Stock Jumped Nearly 2% Today
Oil and energy stocks were beating the market again on Tuesday.