Researchers previously believed that a small, bushy seaweed in the Baltic Sea belonged to a species called narrow wrack. New research reveals theyre actually individuals within a giant seaweed cloneperhaps the largest clone known to science. In a study published February 17 in the journal Molecular Ecology, University of Gothenburg researchers disproved the previous assumption that 310 miles (500 kilometers) of algae in the Baltic Sea were narrow wrack seaweed. Genetic analyses revealed that they are not only a different speciescommon bladderwrackbut also a giant clone, which has implications for the species resilience to threats like climate change. A clone is a genetically identical copy of an organism, naturally resulting from asexual reproduction. In this case, the researchers discovered that fragments of an original female bladderwrack plant gave rise to new cloned populations across more than 310 miles (500 kilometers) of the Bothnian Sea (a northern part of the Baltic Sea) by traveling on water currents. Normally, female bladderwrack seaweed plants reproduce through sexual fertilization with male bladderwrack seaweed plants. This clone comprises millions of individuals, and in some areas, it is completely dominant, while in other areas, it grows alongside sexually propagated individuals of bladderwrack. We have found a few more large clones in the Baltic Sea, but the female clone off the Swedish Gulf of Bothnia is by far the largest clonea real super female, Ricardo Pereyra, a marine scientist at the University of Gothenburg who led the studys genetic analyses, said in a university statement. In fact, the bladderwrack clone might be the biggest known clone overall. Bladderwrack forms large seaweed forests as far as 32 feet (10 meters) below the surface of the water. They shelter hosts of young fish, snails, and crustaceans, as well as larger fish, making them an important marine habitat. However, clones do not contribute to the genetic diversity that typically strengthens species against threats to their populations.The Baltic Sea is entering a period of warmer and probably even fresher seawater. In new conditions, all species must try to adapt in order to survive, including the important bladderwrack, explained Kerstin Johannesson, a biologist at the University of Gothenburg and co-lead author of the study. A clone almost completely lacks the genetic variation that otherwise means that there are individuals in a population that can handle the changes and make the species survive. In other words, a genetically diverse population has a higher chance of overcoming a threat, such as disease, because its more likely that some members of that population may have disease-resistant genes. Conversely, if all individuals share the same disease-prone genetics, the entire population could be wiped out. This principle applies to a wide range of threats, and it remains to be seen how the bladderwrack will handle climate change-driven threats.During its research, the team also discovered another small and bushy seaweed species. It is closely related to bladderwrackbut clearly has an easier time enduring its other half, since it only reproduces sexually.

Ex-Tribunale Conversion in Sheltered Accommodation / Calvi Ceschia Vigan architetti associatiSave this picture! Aldo AmorettiArchitects: Calvi Ceschia Vigan architetti associatiAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:6450 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2021 PhotographsPhotographs:Aldo AmorettiMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. We set ourselves the goal of "educating" a 1960s building built to house the headquarters of the city court. The building was now obsolete from every point of view, urban, architectural and energy but located in an extremely interesting context, characterized by its proximity to the large building of the Pascoli school, by the overwhelming beauty of the neighboring Nobel gardens and by the presence of a monumental specimen of Ficus Macrophylla located between the building and the pedestrian and cycle track. The new intended use provides for the construction of 42 sheltered housing for the elderly, a housing community, as well as spaces dedicated to common services such as clinics, the physiotherapy gym, collective meeting rooms, restaurants. Each formal choice was strongly conditioned by the realization of such a specific function.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!From the future manager of the facility, a company that can boast 70,000 beds in Europe, precise metric and functional constraints have arrived, while for us, the input to meet very high energy, structural, and environmental sustainability criteria, so we have made very stringent technological and philosophical choices. The project was born with an authentically green and glocal soul. It is an architecture that uses simple formal language; by making "local" material choices, he acts with a global contemporary vision. The technology is there but not seen.Save this picture!Save this picture!One of the key choices was to bring the Villa Nobel park to the roof of the building. In the project, this happens, without interruption, thanks to the new articulation of the volumes and the study of the external paths. This operation led to an overall volumetric recalibration of the building, thanks to which it was possible to proportion the front overlooking Porto Sole and the cycle path, to find a balanced relationship with the park and the access road. In this way, a series of thematic gardens and green spaces are created, always accessible even by people with reduced mobility. An accommodation for the elderly cannot be separated from the open spaces, and these spaces must be articulated both as public and private spaces, therefore it has been important to guarantee as much of the accommodation as possible also exclusive outdoor spaces such as loggias or terraces. In the overall reading of the building, this differentiation contributes to giving easy recognition to the floors: the external articulation effect of the overlapping volumes takes away the effect of seriality, both externally and internally, because they are characterized by loggias or terraces galleries.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Housing innovation is typological. Guests have the opportunity to welcome, for short periods, a friend or relative in full autonomy. This expedient will allow the elderly guest a free social experience and will therefore be very useful to improve the psychological performance of his stay. It is the realization of the same concept expressed in the external architectural language that tends to avoid any possible feeling of alienation and facilitates socializing both in the context of family affections and relations with other guests. Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Sanremo, ItalyLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeMaterialsGlassConcreteMaterials and TagsPublished on March 08, 2025Cite: "Ex-Tribunale Conversion in Sheltered Accommodation / Calvi Ceschia Vigan architetti associati" 08 Mar 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1027402/ex-tribunale-conversion-in-sheltered-accommodation-calvi-ceschia-vigano-architetti-associati&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

A MacBook for under $250? Were not pulling your chainthis is a real deal. If youre in the market for a laptop, this 13.3 Apple MacBook Air is only available for $229.97 through March 30.Though saving $770 on a coveted MacBook sounds like a dream, wake up and act fast. There is a high risk these models will sell out, and they include all the bells and whistles you love from Apple.Curious what this affordable Mac has to offer?This MacBook weighs under three pounds, but dont be deceived by the slim casing. Its still packed with plenty of power and storage capabilities.Its 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 processor ensures speedy performance, and 128GB flash storage lets you keep important data on the device with no need to drag around clunky external hard drives.An impressive 13.3 widescreen display offers Intel HD Graphics 6000 that lets you enjoy high-quality images and super smooth video streaming, whether youre working or playing.Bluetooth capability allows for convenient file transferring, and WiFI connectivity lets you sign on from anywhere. And you can do it all without rushing thanks to a lengthy 12-hour battery life.Hailing from 2017, this particular model received a grade A refurbished rating. Thats actually as good as it soundsit means that the device will show up on your doorstep in near-mint condition with virtually no sign of use. Just boot it up and start enjoying its power and portability.Take advantage of this deep discount on an Apple MacBook Air and get one for just $229.97 until March 30 or until inventory runs out.StackSocial prices subject to change.Apple MacBook Air 13.3 (2017) 1.8GHz i5 8GB RAM 128GB SSD Silver (Refurbished) $229.97See Deal

An archaeological site in the area dates back about 4,200 years.

PlayStation Los Angeles Studio Is Seemingly Working on New GamePlayStation opened a new studio in Los Angeles not so long ago, and it is getting ready to present its next game after it finds talented employees.Its open positions suggest it will be a high-profile AAA cooperative multiplayer game powered by Unreal Engine 5. Here are the requirements for a Senior Gameplay Engineer, for example:Minimum 4+ years of demonstrable game development experience, with at least 2 years in gameplay-related disciplines working alongside a team of designers and engineers. You have a strong interest, instinct and passion for gameplay feel and enjoy working with creative disciplines to deliver exceptional experiences for players.Experience working in Unreal Engine (UE4 and/or UE5) for 4+ years. AAA experience is a plus.Strong proficiency in C++ and familiarity with common scripting languages.Experienced in designing and implementing some of the key gameplay features such as weapons, abilities, player movement, networking, and AI.Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering stable and polished features.You are experienced in breaking down complex problems into smaller, incrementally achievable goals.Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, distributed team. It wouldn't be too bold to assume this will be a live service project, as this would align with Sony's alleged views on its future. It has recently canceled several games, including The Last of Us Online, Spider-Man: The Great Web, a Destiny spin-off from Bungie, Concord, and the Twisted Metal reboot.So it's safe to say no one will be surprised if we get yet another live service shooter. Time will tell what awaits Sony's IPs.

Mariano Steiner showcased a truly mind-blowing 3D model of Hellboy living a low-key life in Toronto, made with ZBrush and Arnold.No, this is not a cosplayer: https://80.lv/articles/this-3d-hellboy-model-looks-so-realistic-you-can-mistake-it-for-a-cosplayer/

RT/YasuhiroNightow2

Save 30% on FlippedNormals Face Kit during our Brush Sale! https://flipnm.co/3CUAyFa With the FlippedNormals Face Kit, you can make realistic skin in minutes! Adding pores and skin details becomes a pleasure, no matter what software you're using.

Pretty excited about these pick-ups. #mvs #neogeo

Resident Evil has been hiding in the shadows regarding what the next main installment might be bringing to the table. The franchise has been on an upward trajectory since 2017 thanks to RE7's rebooted direction, and bolstered by the high bar set by the remakes of earlier classic titles. Following RE Village and 2023's widely praised RE4 remake, excitement around the future of Resident Evil has been building since. But for over a year at this point, firm information from developer Capcom about where RE will go next has been in short supply.