All articles tagged with #arrakis
Originally Published 1 year ago — by STAT
Arrakis, a biotech startup led by Michael Gilman, is tackling the challenge of targeting the Myc oncogene, which is implicated in 70% of cancers and is difficult to target due to its "intrinsically disordered" protein structure. Instead of targeting the protein directly, Arrakis aims to intercept the mRNA responsible for its production, a novel approach in drug development.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
HBO's "Dune: Prophecy" is a prequel set 10,000 years before the recent Dune films, focusing on the Bene Gesserit, a mystical order manipulating political events. The series explores the origins of the Dune universe's complex political and social structures, including the importance of Spice, the desert planet Arrakis, and the power struggles between Houses Atreides and Harkonnen. Understanding the lore from Denis Villeneuve's films provides helpful context for the prequel's intricate plot and character motivations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vulture
HBO's new series 'Dune: Prophecy' premieres on November 17, exploring the origins of the Bene Gesserit sisterhood over 10,000 years before the events of the Dune films. The series, based on the novel 'Sisterhood of Dune' by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, delves into the sisterhood's secretive plans to control the Imperium through a breeding program aimed at producing the Kwisatz Haderach. Set against the backdrop of Arrakis and its valuable spice, the show promises to expand on the complex lore and power dynamics of the Dune universe.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Funcom's upcoming survival MMO, Dune: Awakening, set on the harsh desert planet of Arrakis, features giant worms, ornithopter combat, and extensive base-building options. The game will focus on the pure survival element and the importance of water, expanding on the visual storytelling of Denis Villeneuve’s films. While a release date is yet to be announced, the game is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X / S.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Scientists discuss the feasibility of human survival on the harsh desert planet Arrakis from the "Dune" series, emphasizing the challenges of extreme heat, water scarcity, and atmospheric differences. While the fictional world presents unique obstacles such as sandworms and interstellar travel, parallels are drawn to Earth's increasing climate crisis, highlighting the relevance of speculative fiction in reflecting potential future challenges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Microsoft Flight Simulator partners with Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Entertainment to release a free Dune expansion, marking the franchise's first departure from Earth. Players can now navigate the deserts of Arrakis using a bug-like ornithopter, completing tutorials, time trials, and a rescue mission. The next installment, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, is set to focus on various aviation-based jobs and will be available for Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
The new trailer for Dune: Part Two showcases the intense planetary war in Arrakis, featuring scenes of conflict and sandworms. It also offers glimpses of the romance between Paul Atreides and Chani. The trailer introduces new cast members and reveals a release date of March 1, 2023, two weeks earlier than originally planned. Director Denis Villeneuve has hinted at the possibility of more Dune movies in the future.