Engineers create perching bird-like robot
With feet and legs like a peregrine falcon, engineers have created a robot that can perch and carry objects like a bird.
New way of identifying early risk of cardiovascular disease
The risk of developing cardiovascular disease is strongly associated with ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol. A large study now shows that two proteins that transport cholesterol particles in the blood provide early and reliable risk information. The researchers no…
Targeting the brain’s immune cells may help prevent or treat Alzheimer’s disease
A gene mutation linked to Alzheimer’s disease alters a signaling pathway in certain immune cells of individuals with the disease, according to a new study. The team also found that blocking the pathway — with a drug that’s currently being tested in ca…
Effectiveness of ointment that kills antibiotic-resistant bacteria shown
New research shows that use of a topical drug, called AB569, a combination of acidified nitrite and EDTA (or ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) promotes killing of antibiotic-resistant bacteria while enhancing the healing of wounds in a variety of burn i…
Lunar radar data uncovers new clues about moon’s ancient past
The dusty surface of the moon — immortalized in images of Apollo astronauts’ lunar footprints — formed as the result of asteroid impacts and the harsh environment of space breaking down rock over millions of years. An ancient layer of this material, …
Research reveals new evidence that sugary beverage tax impacts are sustainable, effective
Two new studies based in Seattle provide evidence that public policies to reduce consumption of added sugars through taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages are effective and sustainable.
Why Salesforce.com Stock Is Diving Today
The company notched beats on both the top and bottom lines for its latest quarter, but…
Nio Returns to Growth With Its Best-Ever Month for Sales
Now the company is setting the stage for a strong 2022.
Stem Inc. and the Future of Battery Storage
Batteries: packed with power from renewable energy.
These 2 Nasdaq Stocks Are Setting Record Highs Today
Markets are in rally mode once again.
Why Ford Motor Company Stock Is Higher Today
Ford is on track to hit an interesting electric-vehicle milestone in 2021.
Why Krystal Biotech Stock Is Retreating Today
A public offering is weighing on the biotech’s shares today.
Why Marathon Digital Holdings Jumped on Wednesday
The Bitcoin mining specialist has expanded its capabilities and is becoming more environmentally friendly.
Why CTI BioPharma Stock Is Plunging Today
The FDA extended its review period for myelofibrosis candidate pacritinib.
Why Groupon Stock Popped 7% on Wednesday
The consumer marketplace announced its new CEO.
Why StoneCo Stock Jumped on Wednesday
The Latin American fintech specialist got some love from Wall Street.
Within an Antarctic sea squirt, scientists discover a bacterial species with promising anti-melanoma properties
Biologists have successfully traced a naturally-produced melanoma-fighting compound called ‘palmerolide A’ to its source: a microbe that resides within Synoicum adareanum, a species of ascidian common to the waters of Antarctica’s Anvers Island archipe…
Headwater refuges: Combined effect of drought and fire on stream communities
Life is water, and water is life. This truism certainly applies to the Pacific coast, where streams and rivers function as the region’s arteries. The water they carry fosters plant life and wildlife in Southern California’s Mediterranean climate. They …
Donaldson Company, inc (DCI) Q1 2022 Earnings Call Transcript
DCI earnings call for the period ending October 31, 2021.
Why ImmunoGen Stock Is Flying High Today
The biotech is continuing to surge after after a late-stage win in treatment for advanced ovarian cancer.