TECH & INNOVATION

How the Neurons of A Sea Slug Could Change Neurobiology Forever

TECH & INNOVATION It’s a common belief that when you think of neurobiology you often imagine the brain and the central nervous system one neuron at a time. And for many years, that’s exactly how researchers had to approach the larger questions. By tagging in particular neurotransmitters, that would convey the passing of one signal from neuron to neuron, researchers were able to follow the path of a signal back and forth along an axon. But now, with new imaging technology and a new model organism in mind, researchers in neurobiology are seeking new ways in which we study the brain—mapping neural circuits and their functions in great detail, on the large scale.

Twitch Warns Users of Possible Data Breach

Twitch has released a warning to its users that its streaming video service may have been compromised, potentially exposing data such as names and email addresses in the process.

Telecom Companies File Lawsuit to Stop Net Neutrality Rules

The first two lawsuits have been filed against the new net neutrality regulations that were approved by the Federal Communications Commission last month. The lawsuits, filed on Monday, allege that the new FCC rules violate the Constitution, federal telecommunications law, and the procedural requirements required for drafting regulations.

A HealthKit App A Day Could Keep The Doctor Away

Apple has changed the way consumers monitor their health with its HealthKit app. (Photo : Getty Apple explains its HealthKit App) Apple launched its HealthKit app last year, and it has been a big success.

Nissan Faces Probe on Airbag Sensors

Last year, Nissan issued a recall to fix a flaw in the airbag control systems on almost one million vehicles. However, after many reports of continued failures in these systems even after repairs U.S. regulators are now looking into whether or not the recall actually fixed the problem.

Microsoft Poised to Take on Google and Apple

Microsoft has finally decided to adopt marketing strategies like its two biggest competitors, Google and Apple in an effort to take the leaders head on and expand its market presence. The company also hopes that the Windows 10 update will return the spotlight back to the company.

Can Magnetism Bend Heat And Sound? Study Reveals A New Dimension to Magnetic Fields

For many years researchers have sought to discover just how many uses magnetic fields can have. To date they have become essential in quantum computing, they are vital in medical imaging, and astronomers have even used natural magnetism to amplify the signals of light from far off supernovae and galaxies so that we here on Earth can see them hundreds or thousands of light-years away. But in a new study from researchers at Ohio State University, nanotechnologists have revealed that magnetic fields can impact our lives in far more real ways—controlling heat and sound waves that exhibit magnetic properties of their own.
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