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The ups and downs of sit-stand desks

With researchers suggesting that 'sitting is the new smoking,' sit-stand desks (SSD) have become a common tool to quell sedentary behavior in an office environment. As this furniture becomes ubiquitous, conflicting opinions have arisen on its effectiveness. Researchers gathered data from 53 studies and published a scoping review article detailing current information on the benefits of SSDs. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312123635.htm

DNA and RNA Copying made easy

Whether revealing a perpetrator with DNA evidence, diagnosing a pathogen, classifying a paleontological discovery, or determining paternity, the duplication of nucleic acids (amplification) is indispensable. Scientists have now introduced a new, very simple, yet highly sensitive and reliable method that avoids the usual heating and cooling steps, as well as complicated instruments. The reagents can be freeze-dried, allowing this universal method to be used outside of the laboratory. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312123632.htm

Probability of catastrophic geomagnetic storm lower than estimated

According to a group of mathematics researchers, the probability in the following decade of the sun causing a storm strong enough to affect electrical and communication infrastructures around the globe 'only' reaches 1.9 percent maximum. Nevertheless, the event would produce severe consequences and governments should be prepared, researchers warn. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312103717.htm

How intelligent is artificial intelligence?

Scientists are putting AI systems to a test. Researchers have developed a method to provided a glimpse into the diverse 'intelligence' spectrum observed in current AI systems, specifically analyzing these AI systems with a novel technology that allows automatized analysis and quantification. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312103643.htm

Big data takes aim at a big human problem

A scientist is part of an international team that's used new 'big data' analysis to achieve a major advance in understanding neurological disorders such as Epilepsy, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312103641.htm

Soyuz Rollout to the Launch Pad

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Meet India's starry dwarf frog, lone member of newly discovered ancient lineage

The starry dwarf frog is an expert hider. Plunging into leaf litter at the slightest disturbance, it has successfully evaded attention for millions of years -- until now. The thumbnail-sized species, now named Astrobatrachus kurichiyana, was discovered in India's Western Ghats. It's the sole member of an ancient lineage, a long branch on the frog tree of life that researchers have classified as a new subfamily, Astrobatrachinae. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312092527.htm

Coal power stations disrupt rainfall: Global study

Modern coal-fired power stations produce more ultrafine dust particles than road traffic and can even modify and redistribute rainfall patterns, a new 15-year international study shows. The study indicates filtration systems on modern coal-fired power stations are the biggest source of ultrafine particles and can have considerable impacts on climate in several ways. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312075916.htm

Microsoft's 'Your Phone' App With Android Screen Mirroring Now Available in Beta for Windows 10

Microsoft has rolled out an early preview of the phone screen feature in the Your Phone app for Windows 10 Insider build users. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/laptops/news/microsoft-windows-10-your-phone-app-screen-mirroring-beta-testing-live-2006563

Redmi Note 7 Pro Review

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro brings a tonne of value for its price and it is one of the most feature-loaded smartphones in the segment. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/redmi-note-7-pro-review-48-megapixel-camera-price-in-india-xiaomi-2006277

Coal power stations disrupt rainfall: Global study

Modern coal-fired power stations produce more ultrafine dust particles than road traffic and can even modify and redistribute rainfall patterns, a new 15-year international study shows. The study indicates filtration systems on modern coal-fired power stations are the biggest source of ultrafine particles and can have considerable impacts on climate in several ways. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190312075916.htm

Redmi Note 7 Pro Review

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro brings a tonne of value for its price and it is one of the most feature-loaded smartphones in the segment. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/redmi-note-7-pro-review-48-megapixel-camera-price-in-india-xiaomi-2006277

Apple, Other Box Account Users Exposed Sensitive Corporate Data: Adversis

Adversis claims it discovered hundreds of thousands of documents and terabytes of data exposed across hundreds of customers through Box accounts, and this exposure of private content is due to a lesser known feature in Box. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/box-sensitive-corporate-data-exposed-due-to-shared-links-url-guessing-adversis-apple-2006519

Huawei launches Watch GT in India starting at Rs 15,990

Giving fight to the likes of Apple Watch and Samsung Gear smartwatch, Chinese technology giant Huawei on Tuesday launched Watch GT with "ultra-high" battery life starting at Rs 15,990. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/huawei-launches-watch-gt-in-india-starting-at-rs-15990/68374031?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Oppo Reno Tipped to Sport 10x Lossless Zoom, Snapdragon 710 SoC, 48-Megapixel Camera

Oppo Reno has now suffered its first round of leaks already, and it has been spotted on the database of Singapore's IMDA (Info-communications Media Development Authority) and Bluetooth SIG site as well. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oppo-reno-video-teaser-bluetooth-sig-imda-leak-snapdragon-710-10x-zoom-48-megapixel-sensor-2006366

Huawei Watch GT With 2-Week Battery Life Launched in India, Band 3 Pro, Band 3e Debut Too

Huawei Watch GT price in India has been set at Rs. 15,990 for the Sports Edition, while its Classic Edition is priced at Rs. 16,990. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/wearables/news/huawei-watch-gt-price-in-india-rs-15990-launch-specifications-band-3-pro-band-3e-2006359

Huawei Watch GT With 2-Week Battery Life Launched in India, Band 3 Pro, Band 3e Debut Too

Huawei Watch GT price in India has been set at Rs. 15,990 for the Sports Edition, while its Classic Edition is priced at Rs. 16,990. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/wearables/news/huawei-watch-gt-price-in-india-rs-15990-launch-specifications-band-3-pro-band-3e-2006359

Foxconn Rejects Microsoft Patent Lawsuit, Says Never Had to Pay Royalties

Foxconn on Tuesday responded to a patent infringement lawsuit filed against it by Microsoft, saying as a contract manufacturer, it has never needed to pay royalties for the US giant's software. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/laptops/news/foxconn-rejects-microsoft-patent-lawsuit-says-never-had-to-pay-royalties-2006348

Samsung Galaxy S10 Series Seen to Fail Drop Test, Galaxy S10e Becomes Unusable After First Drop

SquareTrade conducted this drop test, and made comparisons with the iPhone line-up to show users how the new Samsung flagships stand up against each other and the iPhone counterparts as well. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/samsung-galaxy-s10-s10e-s10-plus-squaretrade-drop-test-fail-2006336

Rafiah Ibrahim to step down as Ericsson's VP & MEA head

Ericsson said that Rafiah Ibrahim, senior vice president and head of market area Middle East & Africa will step down from her position and take on a role as advisor to CEO Börje Ekholm from August 31, 2019. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/rafiah-ibrahim-to-step-down-as-ericssons-vp-mea-head/68371827?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

OnePlus 7 Alleged Case Renders Surface, Show Pop-Up Selfie Camera and Triple Rear Camera Setup

OnePlus 7 is rumoured to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC and have a 6.5-inch display along with an in-display fingerprint sensor. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-7-case-renders-leak-pop-up-selfie-camera-triple-rear-setup-2006317

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Game Previewed, Goes Up for Pre-Registrations for Android

The Harry Potter: Wizards Unite game makers have also released a first look of the mobile video game giving fans a sense of what to expect. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/harry-potter-wizards-unite-google-play-android-pre-registration-first-look-2006291

In Space, No One Can Hear Your Teeth Chatter

By C. CLAIBORNE RAY from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/12/science/temperature-space.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Thor: Ragnarok’s Taika Waititi Reportedly Joins Apple’s Time Bandits Series as Co-Writer, Director

Thor: Ragnarok director Taika Waititi is reportedly set to join Apple’s in-the-works series adaptation of Time Bandits, the 1981 fantasy film co-written, directed and produced by Terry Gilliam. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/entertainment/news/taika-waititi-time-bandits-apple-series-director-writer-terry-gilliam-2006203

Huawei shipped 1 crore 'Mate 20' series units

Chinese smartphone maker Huawei has shipped over one crore units of its "Mate 20" Series' worldwide, the company said on Monday. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/huawei-shipped-1-crore-mate-20-series-units/68367843?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Vodafone plans 1,130 job cuts in Italy

Vodafone plans 1,130 job cuts in Italy from 3g-4g - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/vodafone-plans-1130-job-cuts-in-italy/68367727?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

US warns Germany a Huawei deal could hurt intelligence sharing

A US embassy spokesperson told AFP on Monday it would not comment on diplomatic communications, but added that its position on 5G network security was well known. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/us-warns-germany-a-huawei-deal-could-hurt-intelligence-sharing/68367750?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

NASA's Future: From the Moon to Mars

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Samsung Galaxy M30 to Go on Sale for Second Time in India Today, via Amazon and Samsung Online Shop

Key features on the Galaxy M30 include a massive 5,000mAh battery that supports fast charging, and a triple rear camera setup. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/samsung-m30-galaxy-second-sale-march-12-amazon-india-price-specifications-2005990

Redmi Note 7 and Samsung M30 in India, Realme 3 and Realme 3 Pro Unveiled, and More News This Week

Redmi Note 7 and Samsung M30 go on sale in India, Realme 3 price in India revealed, Realme 3 Pro unveiled, Galaxy S10 S10 Plus S10e officially in India, and more news this week. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/redmi-note-7-samsung-m30-realme-3-price-in-india-comparison-next-sale-galaxy-s10-oppo-f11-pro-2005256

Realme 3 to Go on Sale for the First Time in India Today: Price, Specifications

Realme 3 price in India starts at Rs. 8,999, and it will go on sale in India today from 12pm (Noon) IST via Flipkart and the Realme.com website. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/realme-3-first-sale-march-12-flipkart-realme-com-price-in-india-specifications-2005917

Faster robots demoralize co-workers

New research finds that when robots are beating humans in contests for cash prizes, people consider themselves less competent and expend slightly less effort -- and they tend to dislike the robots. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311173205.htm

Publicación de la propuesta presupuestaria de la EPA para el año fiscal 2020

Publicación de la propuesta presupuestaria de la EPA para el año fiscal 2020 Headquarters, Office of the Administrator (AO), Office of Policy (OP) WASHINGTON (11 de marzo de 2019) — La propuesta presupuestaria para el año fiscal 2020 de la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de EE. UU. Published March 11, 2019 at 09:30AM Read more

EPA Announces Tar Creek Strategic Plan to Improve Cleanup Progress

EPA Announces Tar Creek Strategic Plan to Improve Cleanup Progress Region 06 DALLAS – (March 11, 2019) Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in cooperation with the state of Oklahoma and the Quapaw Nation, released a draft plan to advance the cleanup of the Tar Creek Superfund site. Published March 11, 2019 at 09:30AM Read more

NASA Prioritizes Moon Landings Under Trump Budget Proposal

By KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/11/science/nasa-budget-moon.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Media call: NSF Fiscal Year 2020 budget request

Media call: NSF Fiscal Year 2020 budget request Media are invited to join a 30-minute call about the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 National Science Foundation (NSF) budget request to Congress. The call will include information on the new budget proposal, the details of which are expected to be released on March 18, 2019. NSF staff will answer questions and speak to how agency investments in fundamental science and engineering research will continue to support the nation's economy, security and global ... More at https://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=297995&WT.mc_id=USNSF_51&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF News item. Published March 12, 2019 at 02:28AM Read more at nsf.gov

Ultrathin and ultrafast: Scientists pioneer new technique for two-dimensional material analysis

Using a never-before-seen technique, scientists have found a new way to use some of the world's most powerful X-rays to uncover how atoms move in a single atomic sheet in real time, opening up new possibilities for probing two-dimensional materials. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125338.htm

Researchers turn liquid metal into a plasma

Researchers have found a way to turn a liquid metal into a plasma and to observe the temperature where a liquid under high-density conditions crosses over to a plasma state. Their observations have implications for better understanding stars and planets and could aid in the realization of controlled nuclear fusion -- a promising alternative energy source whose realization has eluded scientists for decades. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125134.htm

Teenage T. rex was already chomping on prey

New research indicates that even as a teenager the Tyrannosaurus rex showed signs that it would grow up to be a ferocious predator. Scientists reported evidence that a juvenile T. rex fed on a large plant-eating dinosaur, even though it lacked the bone-crushing abilities it would develop as an adult. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311141308.htm

Few pathways to an acceptable climate future without immediate action

A new comprehensive study of climate change has painted over 5 million pictures of humanity's potential future, and few foretell an Earth that has not severely warmed. But with immediate action and some luck, there are pathways to a tolerable climate future, according to a research team. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125353.htm

Mobile devices don't reduce shared family time

The first study of the impact of digital mobile devices on different aspects of family time in the UK has found that children are spending more time at home with their parents rather than less -- but not in shared activities such as watching TV and eating. The increase is in what is called 'alone-together' time, when children are at home with their parents but say they are alone. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125240.htm

Palaeolithic art featuring birds and humans discovered

A new article tells how researchers found -- in the site of Hort de la Bequera (Margalef de Montsant, Priorat) -- an artistic piece from 12,500 years ago in which humans and birds try to interact in a pictorial scene with exceptional traits: figures seem to star a narration on hunting and motherhood. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125215.htm

A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk

Researchers believe they have become the first to create an AI-controlled robotic limb driven by animal-like tendons that can even be tripped up and then recover within the time of the next footfall, a task for which the robot was never explicitly programmed to do. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125138.htm

A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk

Researchers believe they have become the first to create an AI-controlled robotic limb driven by animal-like tendons that can even be tripped up and then recover within the time of the next footfall, a task for which the robot was never explicitly programmed to do. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190311125138.htm

EPA FY 2020 Budget Proposal Released

EPA FY 2020 Budget Proposal Released Headquarters WASHINGTON (March 11, 2019) — The proposed Fiscal Year 2020 budget for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), announced today, provides $6.1 billion to support the agency’s mission of protecting human health and the environment. Published March 11, 2019 at 09:30AM Read more