New understanding of gecko landing process may lead to nimbler robots

When leaping geckos crash head-first into vertical surfaces such as tree trunks, they’re able to hang onto that surface instead of bouncing off and falling to the ground. Scientists have discovered what allows them to do so, and copied the capability i… Continue reading New understanding of gecko landing process may lead to nimbler robots

“Forgetful” mutations may help bacteria evade antibiotics

Bacteria have a frustrating ability to return after an infection is cleared out. That’s largely thanks to small “persister” populations that are able to hide from the drugs, seeding a new colony in the aftermath. Now, scientists at the University of Su… Continue reading “Forgetful” mutations may help bacteria evade antibiotics

Common cold virus targets, and kills, bladder cancer in exciting early human trial

An early-stage study has found a strain of the common cold virus can effectively target and destroy bladder cancer cells. This phase 1 human trial suggests the virus directly induces tumor cell death, and if verified by larger trials could be… Continue reading Common cold virus targets, and kills, bladder cancer in exciting early human trial

Threatlist: Targeted Espionage-as-a-Service Takes Hold on the Dark Web

One in four underground merchants offer advanced hacking services, once reserved for APTs and well-funded organized crime gangs. Continue reading Threatlist: Targeted Espionage-as-a-Service Takes Hold on the Dark Web