Surprise plant cell discovery unlocks human anti-aging potential

[New Atlas logo]( Biology [Surprise plant cell discovery unlocks human anti-aging potential]( [Researchers Heeseung Choi and Katie Dehesh holding young (green) and old (yellow) Arabidopsis plants in the laboratory]( Scientists have discovered a new contender in the quest to hack the human aging process, and it's within each of our cells. They believe this breakthrough may have far-reaching implications for how we approach premature aging and age-related diseases. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Turn your TV into a virtual art gallery with Dreamscreens for only $33]( Dreamscreens Dream Art Collection unlocks iconic masterpieces, transforming your living room into an art gallery with over 500 famous paintings from around the world. No need to visit museums—the art comes to you. [Read more]( Tiny Houses [Czech architect crafts tiny house on stilts for serene living]( [The dwelling is constructed using sustainable materials, whilst also providing both durability and a natural aesthetic]( Prague-based architectural firm Jan Tyrpekl recently revealed its latest tiny house project, a 30-sq-m dwelling perched above concrete pillars named Zen House that's nestled in the tranquil landscape of Hainburg an der Donau, Austria. [Read more]( Drones [Shipping-pallet-friendly Orca cargo drone is designed to fit in]( [The Orca drone is designed to accept loads on standard shipping pallets]( In order for cargo drones to be widely adopted, it helps if they're compatible with the shipping infrastructure. The creators of the Orca drone have kept that in mind, as their aircraft will take payloads stacked on standard-size shipping pallets. [Read more]( Automotive [Bürstner deflates Habiton micro-camper into practical city-to-wilds RV]( [Bürstner makes the Habiton a concept family]( Bürstner revealed the Habiton micro-camper concept last August, and it's quickly followed up with the Habiton 2. The new concept camper loses the inflatable rooftop tent and rides as a four-sleeper family van with a light, minimized interior. [Read more]( Automotive [Velozzi Hypercar will have a body boosted by spider silk]( [A rendering of the Velozzi Hypercar – perhaps they should have just called it the Spyder?]( Spider silk is known to be one of nature's strongest and toughest materials. If everything works out, an alfalfa-produced synthetic version of the stuff will be used in the construction of the Velozzi Hypercar … only 100 of which will be made. [Read more]( Mobile Technology [Samsung leans into AI power for S24 series smartphones]( [Each member of the S24 family comes with Galaxy AI cooked in]( Samsung has announced its latest flagship handsets overnight, the S24 series, while also revealing a bunch of AI-powered tools designed to help users with photos and videos, communication, online search and more. [Read more]( Lifestyle [The Pearl makes waves as world's largest kinetic sculpture]( [The Pearl has a height of roughly 45 ft (13.7 m) and a diameter of 53 ft (16 m)]( Described as the world's largest kinetic art sculpture by NYC-based designer Breakfast, the Pearl is a remarkably intricate art installation that draws inspiration from the sea and consists of thousands of moving tiles. [Read more]( Robotics [Figure's humanoid robots are about to enter the workforce at BMW]( [The Figure 01 humanoid has just scored its first job, at a BMW plant in South Carolina]( Figure has signed its first commercial deal, and is sending its general-purpose humanoid robots off to start real-world work at BMW's manufacturing plant in South Carolina. Founder and CEO Brett Adcock talks us through this rubber-meets-road moment. [Read more]( Biology [Cannibalism seen for first time after marsupials' suicidal sex sessions]( [This is the first time an antechinus was photographed eating one of its own species]( The sex life of a tiny Australian marsupial known as an antechinus is already pretty bizarre. But now its mating season has gotten even stranger – and darker – thanks to the introduction of cannibalism, as observed by field researchers. [Read more]( Medical [New contact lenses monitor changes in eye pressure to diagnose glaucoma]( [Researchers have developed contact lenses that monitor intraocular pressure]( In an effort to diagnose glaucoma, a condition that can cause vision loss, earlier, researchers have developed contact lenses with sensors that measure the pressure inside the eye and send the information to an ophthalmologist for evaluation. [Read more]( Science [Mosquito’s own gut bacteria found to inhibit deadly malaria parasite]( [Researchers have stumbled upon a bacteria that inhibits mosquitoes from harboring a deadly malaria parasite]( Researchers have chanced upon a bacteria naturally present in the gut of mosquitoes that inhibits the growth of a malaria-causing parasite. Unlikely to produce resistance, it could be used to complement existing malaria eradication strategies. [Read more]( Medical [Ultra-thin, high-res sensor records single-neuron activity deep in the brain]( [Researchers have created an ultra-thin, high-res brain sensor that can record brain activity to a depth of 10 cm/4 in]( Researchers have created an ultra-thin sensor that can wirelessly record deep brain activity down to a resolution of one or two neurons. The device has potential applications in conditions such as epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and chronic pain. [Read more]( Mobile Technology [DJI's wireless mic gets audio quality bump and smart noise cancellation]( [DJI has brought notable improvements to its clip-on wireless microphone system designed for content creators]( DJI has announced an update to its clip-on wireless microphone system launched in April 2022. The Mic 2 now comes with internal 32-bit float recording, noise cancellation and a longer battery life. 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