Friday, January 6, 2012

Scientists helps find structure of gene-editing protein

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In the two and a half years since scientists discovered how a class of proteins find and bind specific sequences in plant genomes, researchers worldwide have moved fast to use this discovery. Now, the next step has been taken by determining the 3-D structure of a TAL effector bound to DNA.
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Tips for Your Walking Breaks

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Many beginner runners start out using a run/walk technique because they don't have the endurance or fitness to run for extended periods of time. And some experienced runners also use walk breaks as a strategy to prevent injuries and improve their overall pace. If you're taking walk breaks during your runs, here are some tips to keep in mind:

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Worm eats up 45,000 Facebook user logins

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The infamous "Ramnit" computer worm has taken on a new life as a piece of financial malware, and it's currently spreading through Facebook and scooping up thousands of users' login credentials.
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Daily Desired: Audiophile Headphones You Can Actually Afford [Desired]

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The new HiFiMan HE-400 headphones are equipped with some of the best sound technology out there, and this $350 pre-order makes them on of the sweetest deals in audio gear. More »


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Over 1.2 Billion Apps Downloaded Between Christmas and New Year [Factoid]

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Between 25 and 31 December, the busiest period for app downloads all year, over 1.2 billion applications were downloaded onto mobile devices. That's thanks to over 20 million iOS and Android devices being activated in the same period. 'appy New Year! (Sorry.) [Flurry via Pocket Lint] More »


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The Secret Spy Toys of The KGB [Spy Toys]

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Ever since watching James Bond as a child, we've all dreamt about spy toys. Secret cameras, hidden guns, that kind of thing. Well here's the real deal, straight out of the KGB vaults. More »


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Why TV Viewers Will Sing Apple's Praises in 2012

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Apple productsIf one Wall Street analyst is right, Apple (AAPL) is about to make TV buffs very happy in the coming year.

Sterne Agee analyst Shawn Wu notes that the inevitable launch of a full-blown Apple TV in 2012 will also be accompanied by an Internet-based television service for which the channels and shows will be completely customizable. In other words, viewers will be able to choose exactly which cable channels or TV shows they want to watch, and not have to pay for the dozens -- if not hundreds --...

Why TV Viewers Will Sing Apple's Praises in 2012 originally appeared on DailyFinance.com on 2012-01-02T07:00:00Z.

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Chess: Turning the tide

Volkswagen’s Big Game of Risk: The Ambitious Plan for World Domination

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Volkswagen's Big Game of Risk: The Ambitious Plan for World Domination

Volkswagen is bold. Bold enough to declare that it will be the No. 1 seller of  vehicles in the world by 2018. Think about that. In seven years, about one product cycle, the Volkswagen Group—made up of the VW, Audi, Bentley, Bugatti Lamborghini, and Porsche brands, as well as a few more not sold in the U.S.—plans to leave Toyota, ­General Motors, and the rest of the industry’s big dogs in the dust. Last year, the VW Group ranked No. 3 in the world with 7.14 million vehicles sold, trailing Toyota’s 8.42 million and GM’s 8.39 million. In Europe, it already sells more cars than anyone else in the business. But to take the worldwide lead, VW will have to develop and expand sales significantly in all markets. The group has said it aims to sell 10 million vehicles annually by 2018, but CEO Martin Winterkorn recently said it could reach this target earlier. No. 1 status has been a poisoned chalice for GM and ­Toyota, but with a relentless focus on new product offerings and local manufacturing, here’s how  VW plans to win for good:

Keep Reading: Volkswagen’s Big Game of Risk: The Ambitious Plan for World Domination – Feature

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Changes seen in cerebrospinal fluid levels before onset of Alzheimer's disease

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Cerebrospinal fluid levels of A²42 appear to be decreased at least five to 10 years before some patients with mild cognitive impairment develop Alzheimer disease dementia whereas other spinal fluid levels seem to be later markers of disease, according to a new report.
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'Sims' designer creating new game for real life

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Will Wright, the designer behind successful video game simulations including "SimCity", "The Sims" and "Spore", is at it again. Only this time, rather than controlling virtual people or creating space creatures, the protagonist of "HiveMind" is the actual player.
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"Strange as it seems, no amount of learning can cure stupidity, and higher education positively fortifies it."
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Keep Running When Traveling

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Headed out of town for the upcoming New Year's weekend?  Traveling doesn't have to be an excuse for not running. Here are some tips for keeping up your running habit while you're on the road.

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