• Sat, December 7, 2024

by: Daily Express

Newest deal will put Apple AirPods Pro on your Christmas whishlist as price drops

Very is selling the Apple AirPods Pro for a brilliant price - and you could get it cheaper thanks to a secret code

by: businessday

Celebrating Matthew Adebayo's scientific research drive for tackling national challenges

The gown, which symbolises academic excellence, is a powerful tool for addressing a country's challenges, by focusing research on

by: manilatimes

WATCH: Natl Research Council of the Philippines turns 91

by: 3FM Isle of Man

New date for STEMFest announced

A new date has been announced for a children science and technology festival that was cancelled last year. The Department for Enterprise says that STEMFest will take place on Wednesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 27 at the Villa Marina. It also says the majority of primary schools on the Island have confirmed their participation in the event.

by: Deccan Chronicle

BITS Pilani Partners with Premier Energies for Solar Energy Research

Hyderabad: Birla Institute of Science and Technology (BITS), Pilani, said it had signed an agreement with Premier Energies Ltd to collaborate on solar energy research and development.

by: inc42

Decoding The Policy Push Giving Wings To India's AI Ambitions

by: Space.com

The yearning for Uranus: A far-out world with a tale to tell

The proposed mission, known as Uranus Orbiter and Probe (UOP), would conduct a multiyear orbital tour to yield knowledge of ice giants in general and the Uranus system in particular, doing so through flybys and the delivery of an atmospheric probe. The payoff: "transformative, breakthrough science across a broad range of topics."

by: The Jamaica Observer

PSTEB boss earns Doctorate in Psychology

Assistant Commissioner of Police Gary McKenzie, head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), has successfully earned a Doctor of Psychology degree. Dr McKenzie pursued his studies at Atlantic International University through an online platform from September 2018 to October 2024.

by: New America

Unlocking America's Deep Tech Potential: The Case for Federal Investment in Science Entrepreneurs

We have the vision and resources to support entrepreneurship in emerging technology sectors; decisive Congressional action is the final step.

by: The Mirror

Senior MP invites Elon Musk to UK and warns Tech Secretary Peter Kyle - 'I'll be on your case'

Chair of the Commons' Technology committee Chi Onwurah warned the Tech Secretary she will be 'on his case' to ensure he delivers on his 'huge ambitions' to make social media safe

by: Popular Science

Ancient pyramid uncovered during highway construction

An unexpected pause in construction has delayed the addition of a third lane to the Pachuca-Huejutla highway near Hidalgo, Mexico. The reason for the scheduling pushback, however, was well warranted—workers accidentally discovered a roughly 1,375-year-old pyramid built during the height of a multiethnic society known as the Metzca lordship.

by: New Scientist

AI found a new way to create quantum entanglement

In a surprise discovery, researchers found a new way to generate quantum entanglement for particles of light, which could make building quantum information networks easier

by: Nigerian Tribune

Ex-Ekiti commissioner worries over increasing moral decadence in schools

A former commissioner for education, science, and technology in Ekiti State, Kehinde Ojo, has expressed concern over the declining

by: Femina

Femina's Fab 65: Dr Annapurni Subramaniam, Director - IIA

Femina's Fab 65 for 2024 Think you need everyday motivation from an app? We bring you better - we bring you the journeys of 65 fabulous women. Be inspired by their trials and tr

by: Interesting Engineering

US fusion research optimizes stellarator performance to improve plasma confinement

US scientists made a breakthrough in optimizing stellarators for fusion energy, potentially paving the way for clean, abundant power.

by: Aviation Week

CFM Leap 1 Durability Upgrade Awarded FAA-EASA Certification

A newly developed high-pressure turbine (HPT) upgrade kit to increase CFM Leap 1A time-on-wing has been cleared for use after receiving FAA and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification.

by: The Express Tribune

How China is outsmarting the US in Latin America

Brazil maintains a whopping $51 billion trade surplus with China and its exports to Beijing have surpassed the combined sales to the EU and the US. China, once a major buyer of the US soybeans, has been diversifying its farm purchases from America,

by: Time

What Trump's New AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks Means For the Tech Industry

"A whole-of-government approach that collaborates closely with private industry is essential to winning the AI race, and a designated AI leader in the Administration can help do that," Tony Samp, the head of AI policy at the law firm DLA Piper, tells TIME.

by: MSN

Empowering young innovators: The role of youth in Africa's technological transformation

Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina emphasises the vital role of young people in driving innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa during the Youth in Innovation Symposium.

by: Forbes

I've Looked At Clouds From Both Sides Now: AI For Climate Science

Meanwhile, humanity's questions about the future climate are too broad for simulation technology." For a concrete example of looking at problems directly, he talked about his commute from San Diego to Irvine,

by: SciTech Daily

Magnetrons Unleashed: From Microwave Popcorn to Cutting-Edge Particle Accelerators

Researchers at Lab are investigating how magnetrons, typically used in microwave ovens, can improve particle accelerators' efficiency and reduce operational costs. The small but mighty gadget could he

by: The New York Times

How A.I. Can Revive a Love of Learning

Of course, evolution is gradual. In the short term, A.I. will help teachers create lesson plans, find illustrative examples and generate quizzes tailored to each student. Customized problem sets will serve as tools to combat cheating while A.I. provides instant feedback.

by: Live Science

Tiny, portable 'laboratories' sort germs using electricity

Pathogens have distinct electrical charges, shapes and sizes. Measuring how quickly they move through an electric field can help researchers separate different species in a sample in minutes.

by: Forbes

Mingle With Moths Among The Oak Trees In Houston's Discovery Park

Jen Lewin's fusion of art with technology can be experienced through February 16, 2025, in Houston where her 'ATLAS' installation suspends 24 handcrafted glowing moths from stately oak trees.

by: Popular Science

13 jaw-dropping International Landscape Photographer of the Year images

"Patience, perseverance and determination" is what it takes to capture the beauty of Earth, according to Peter Eastway, Chairman of the Judges for the 11th International Landscape Photographer of the Year competition. Move too fast and you'll miss the stunning details of the world around you.

by: MSN

INS Tushil, India's Latest Multi-Role Frigate, Set to be Commissioned on Monday

In a landmark event for India's naval capabilities, the Indian Navy will commission INS Tushil, a multi-role stealth-guided missile frigate, in a ceremony at Kaliningrad, Russia. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will officiate as the chief guest,

by: Daily Express

You can still save 50% on some Garmin watches at H.Samuel - perfect for Christmas gifting

The Black Friday sales might be over, but there are still some Garmin discounts that will save you a pretty penny when Christmas gifting.

by: Interesting Engineering

Tokamak Energy's fusion facility to get game-changer upgrade as US, UK join hands

The US, UK and Tokamak Energy plan to jointly sponsor a $52 million upgrade to the ST40 experimental fusion facility.

by: 3FM Isle of Man

Manx Utilities responding to several incidents

It's after a number of power lines came down in the early hours of the morning leaving some areas without power. The company says it has escalated its response to the highest possible level. It also says it appreciates customer's patience as they work to restore supplies.

by: Live Science

World's 1st mechanical qubit uses no light or electronics. It could lead to ultra-precise gravity-sensing tech.

by: MSN

AI triggers boom in flexi-work options for technology professionals

Skilled tech professionals, particularly in AI, are increasingly choosing freelance work, commanding high hourly rates on platforms like Upwork and Appen. Indians are prominent, offering competitive rates while demand for AI skills like data annotation and training surges.

by: MSN

ISRO Video Captures Proba 3's Massive All Three Stages Of Liftoff, Separation and Stage Ignition

ISRO 's video captures the successful liftoff, stage separation, and stage ignition of the PSLV-C59 rocket, which launched the European Space Agency's Proba-3 satellites on Thursday. The video captures key moments,

by: MSN

OpenAI's nightmare: What David Sacks as AI Czar (and Elon Musk as wingman) could mean for Sam Altman's $157 billion startup

by: MSN

Spider-Man Has Cracked a Big Secret Behind Ant-Man's Iconic Powers

Spider-Man is Earth's new magical guardian, with Spidey revealing an incredible shrinking power that shows off how Ant-Man could use his powers next.

by: MSN

ITC To Increase FPOs To 4,000 In Next 4 Years Linking Crore Farmers

ITC is expanding its network of FPOs, further aiming to connect one crore farmers in the next 4-5 years and scaling up sourcing of fruits and vegetables through this platform, said its Agri Business Division CEO S Ganesh Kumar.

by: MSN

Apple Plans Three-Year Modem Rollout in Bid to Top Qualcomm

Apple Inc. is preparing to finally bring one of its most ambitious projects to market: a series of cellular modem chips that will replace components from longtime partner — and adversary — Qualcomm Inc.

by: MSN

ChatGPT Pro is here, and it can ?think harder,? but OpenAI will charge a whopping $200 for it

ChatGPT Pro grants unlimited access to its most advanced AI model, OpenAI o1, along with GPT-4o. Here are all the details.

by: MSN

The Silicon Valley billionaires steering Trump's transition

Trump has delighted in a critical addition to his transition team: the Silicon Valley billionaires and millionaires who have been all over the transition, shaping hiring decisions and even conducting interviews for senior-level jobs.

by: MSN

$3M contract awarded by Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority for Maumee River contaminated sediment remediation

Contaminants including PAHs and PCBs were identified in sediment near Toledo wastewater plant and by the Sway Bridge.

by: MSN

What Is Artificial Intelligence? From Generative AI to Hardware, What You Need to Know

To many, AI is just a horrible Steven Spielberg movie. To others, it's the next generation of learning computers. But what is artificial intelligence, exactly? The answer depends on who you ask. Broadly,

by: MSN

Saturday citations: The 'donut effect'; basically immortal batteries; Neanderthals and H. sapiens

This week, researchers studying data from NASA's Dawn mission reported the identification of 11 sites on Ceres that suggest an internal reservoir of organic materials. A multidisciplinary team published an analysis of the dazzle camouflage patterns deployed on ships during World War 1.

by: MSN

China's 'floating' hyperloop train begins construction

Travelling by train at speeds close to a commercial jet sounds like the stuff of dreams for busy commuters. Now, China is getting closer to making this a reality for its 1.4 billion citizens.
  • Sun, December 8, 2024

by: SciTech Daily

Nano-Pearls: The Stunning Discovery That Challenges How We See the Brain

New research challenges traditional views on axon structure, presenting a "pearls-on-a-string" model where action potential speed is influenced by nano-pearl size changes due to local factors like cholesterol.

by: Stabroek News

Super hero series of the 1960s and 70s

There was a period between the 1960s and early 1970s that was an age of super-heroes in film - specifically in the cinema and television. Before that

by: Vanguard

US embassy, STEMi host STEM educator workshop in Cabo Verde

The management team of an African tech-based organisation, the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Innovation (STEMi) Makers of Africa, has announced its e-STEM Integration and Development training for educators Cabo Verde in collaboration with the United States embassy in Praia de Cabo Verde.

by: Live Science

Solar system quiz: How well do you know our cosmic neighborhood?

Test your knowledge on our solar system, from the biggest and smallest planets to the behemoth mountain on Mars.

by: MSN

DOST launches Program PROPEL to scale startup innovations

On December 4, 2024, the Department of Science and Technology launched Program PROPEL to scale Philippine innovations worldwide. The DOST conducted the program at the Maynila Ballroom of The Manila Hotel in Manila City.

by: MSN

Vortex electric field discovery could impact quantum computing

A new vortex electric field with the potential to enhance future electronic, magnetic and optical devices has been observed by researchers from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and local partners.

You can still save 50% on some Garmin watches at H.Samuel - perfect for Christmas gifting

The Black Friday sales might be over, but there are still some Garmin discounts that will save you a pretty penny when Christmas gifting.