Wed, December 11, 2024

by: Science Daily

Scientists developed a nanolaser: Silver nanocubes enable light generation

Scientists have developed a unique nanolaser. Although the dimensions of this laser are so small that its structure can only be seen through a powerful microscope, its potential is vast. With applications in early medical diagnostics,

by: CNET

Silent Night? CNET Survey Reveals 4 in 10 US Adults Struggle to Get Quality Sleep During the Holiday Season

Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals. She is a nutrition, mental health, fitness and sleep science enthusiast. Her passion for mindful and holistic practices transcends her personal life and profoundly influences her editorial approach,

by: EurekAlert!

New review highlights variant-specific differences in long COVID, underscoring vaccine role and future directions for research and care

Tue, December 10, 2024

by: CNN

'Black Beauty' was found on Earth in 2011. Now, scientists say it has revealed a new clue to life on Mars

A mineral grain from a meteorite preserved evidence that water was present on Mars 4.45 billion years ago, and it may have created hot springs habitable for life.

by: Forbes

10 Tech-Focused Summer Programs For High School Students In 2025

No matter what career students are interested in, gaining hands-on experience in tech-focused summer programs can help them gain valuable skills.

by: Mashable

STEM, gender, and the stereotypes that hold girls back

The research analyzed dozens of previous studies on the beliefs that children hold about gender and STEM. One common assumption is that kids view girls as bad at math, a perception that many educational initiatives try to counter. But, surprisingly, the researchers found that math stereotypes are far less gendered than assumptions suggest.

by: Hindustan Times

'One Nation, One Subscription' to be launched on January 1

The initiative is a part of the Narendra Modi government's 'One Nation, One Subscription' (ONOS) programme that the Union Cabinet approved last month.

by: SciTech Daily

Neutrinos, Dark Energy, and Einstein: DESI Maps the Universe's Secrets

New analysis supports Einstein's relativity and narrows neutrino mass ranges, hinting at evolving dark energy. Gravity, the fundamental force sculpting the universe, has shaped tiny variations in matter from the early cosmos into the vast networks of galaxies we see today.

by: CNET

Google's New Quantum AI Chip Makes a Big Processing Leap

Google has unveiled its latest quantum computing chip, called Willow, saying it delivers groundbreaking capabilities in error correction and computational power -- like completing a complex computing challenge in five minutes that would take one of today's fastest supercomputers 10 septillion years, or far longer than the universe has been around.

by: BBC

An Ivy League pedigree, corporate 'ill will' and a stop at McDonald's for hashbrowns

The CEO shooting suspect's technology expertise might helped him evade capture, but basic mistakes caught up to him in the end.

by: Buffalo News

Federal funds for Micron keep tech hub plans on track

Micron has finalized an agreement for $6.1 billion in federal funding for its $100 billion complex in Central New York, as well as expansion of a facility in Idaho, regardless of who occupies the White House.

by: Investopedia

Micron Lands $6 Billion in Federal Grants To Make Chips in US

Micron Technology received a grant of up to $6.165 billion grant from the federal CHIPS Act to manufacture semiconductors domestically.

by: Impacts

The Science Behind Nanopep Food Supplements: What You Need to Know

In the ever-evolving field of health and wellness, Nanopep is pioneering a new approach to nutrition. We are committed to developing scientifically advanced food supplements that empower individuals to lead healthier lives.

by: TechRadar

"Knowledge and community" - IBM and the benefits of the AI Alliance one year on

Now one year on, the Alliance is home to over 140 organizations with 93 active projects bringing the benefits of open source AI to private enterprise, education and research in urban hubs and rural environments around the world.

by: Phys.org

Precision engineering enables design of virus-like particles that can deliver genetic material into cells

Scientists from NPL, working in collaboration with AI experts from IBM and the Science and Technology facilities Council (STFC) Hartree Center, are applying the principles of precision engineering of biological systems to enable the design of artificial virus-like particles capable of encapsulating genes.

by: Popular Science

New predator uncovered 25,000+ feet under the Pacific

" Dulcibella camanchaca is a fast-swimming predator that we named after 'darkness' in the languages of the peoples from the Andes region to signify the deep, dark ocean from where it predates," study co-author and WHOI hadal ecologist Johanna Weston said in a statement.

by: NextBigFuture

Q2B - Accurate Quantum Computation for Practically Useful Quantum Computers

Oliver Dial, IBM Fellow, is giving the keynote for Q2B 2024. He describes what is needed for practical quantum computers. IBM achieved the minimum of more accurate answers than classical (regular computers). However, they are not yet to the scale needed for practically useful problems.

by: Seeking Alpha

Step Aside AI, Google's Quantum Computer Is Here

Google's Willow chip advances quantum computing with major potential. See why GOOGL stock is a must-own, benefiting from breakthroughs in AI and healthcare.

by: WTOP News

Micron expected to get $275 million in federal funds to upgrade chip manufacturing plant in Manassas, Va.

Micron, a semiconductor chip manufacturer, is expected to receive up to $275 million in federal funding to upgrade and expand its plant in Manassas, Virginia.

by: WHNT

Marshall Space Flight Center managing several payloads on next flight to the moon

NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center is managing several payloads of technology instruments that will launch to the moon in January 2025.

by: University of Delaware

University of Delaware innovator recognized

Darrin Pochan elected a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors Fellow for contributions to soft materials innovation and invention

by: Popular Mechanics

Scientists Built a Sunlight Reactor to Fuel the Future

Green hydrogen is an excellent resource for weening humanity off of fossil fuels, but making it currently uses too much renewable energy. A new method being explored by Japanese researchers would primarily use sunlight and a photocatalyst to separate hydrogen and oxygen in water.

by: The Center Square

Republicans demand to see science behind DOE ban on natural gas exports

Republican lawmakers on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology sent a scathing letter to the Department of Energy Monday, requesting for the fourth time

by: IFLScience

The Amazon River Doesn't Have Any Bridges - And For Good Reason

One of the main reasons is that there isn't much demand for an Amazon river crossing. The depths of the rainforests are sparsely populated with relatively little infrastructure and roads, making bridges unnecessary, unlike the bustling crossings over the Thames in London.

by: CIO

2025 is the year of quantum science; what that's all about

The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, recognizing that quantum science has reached the point where its promise is moving out of the experimental phase and into the realm of practical applications.

by: Ghanaweb.com

Cape Coast Technical University Appoints Dr. James Condua Orleans-Lindsay as 1st Chancellor

The Governing Council of Cape Coast Technical University has appointed Dr. James Condua Orleans-Lindsay as the first Chancellor of the University.

by: Business Insider

Google has unveiled a new quantum computer chip that cracks a '30-year challenge in the field'

Google has unveiled a new chip that it says reduces errors and vastly outperforms standard benchmarks.

by: Staten Island Advance

STREAM Labs: See inside 4 of the newest innovative spaces for Staten Island students

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island public schools have been unveiling new dedicated spaces for STREAM (science, technology, robotics/reading, engineering, arts, math) to encourage students to be creative and innovative. The Advance/SILive.com visited several STREAM labs and highlighted grand openings at schools across the borough in 2024.

by: Science Daily

Readers trust news less when AI is involved, even when they don't understand to what extent

Researchers have published two studies in which they surveyed readers on their thoughts about AI in journalism. When provided a sample of bylines stating AI was involved in producing news in some way or not at all,

by: EVOKE

House GOP taps Brian Babin to lead Science Committee

The Houston-area lawmaker has pushed for improved weather forecasting and energy security. He also wants to send humans to the moon and Mars.

by: NDTV

This AI Enabled "Human Washing Machine" From Japan Transforms Overall Wellness In Just 15 Minutes

It's not just about getting rid of dirt; it's about rejuvenating the body and mind. The human washing machine taps into the concept that self-care extends beyond traditional methods. By blending sensory technology with water-based cleansing, it's possible to address both the physical and psychological aspects of well-being in one seamless process.

by: The Times of Israel

In Israel, hard-right pro-Israel Dutch lawmaker Wilders meets, lauds Netanyahu

During whirlwind visit, Wilders meets president and attends Knesset session, is showered with praise for support of Israel

by: Daily Express

Luke Littler surpasses Olympians and football stars in Google's Top 2024 searches

Luke Littler was named as Google's most-searched athlete in 2024 with Oasis listed as the most-searched musicians.

by: Channel NewsAsia Singapore

US finalises more than US$6.1 billion chips subsidy for Micron Technology

The US Department of Commerce has finalised a subsidy of more than US$6.1 billion for memory chip maker Micron Technology to support the construction of several domestic semiconductor facilities, according to a White House statement on Tuesday (Dec 10).

by: Business Standard

IIT Delhi tops Indian varsities in sustainability, IISc in global top 50

Delhi is at top among universities in India for sustainability, climbing the table by 255 places to reach 171 globally, according to QS Rankings announced on Tuesday.

by: WLNS.com

tinkrLAB's top gift ideas for kids interested in STEAM

If your child is interested in STEAM - science, technology, engineering, art and math - we've got some great gift ideas for you this holiday season!

by: Live Science

Google 'Willow' quantum chip has solved a problem the best supercomputer would have taken a quadrillion times the age of the universe to crack

Google scientists have created a new quantum processor that, in five minutes, cracked a problem that would have taken the world's best supercomputer 10 septillion years to solve. The breakthrough will allow quantum computers to become less error-prone the bigger they get, achieving a milestone that overcomes a decades-long obstacle.

by: Her Zindagi Hindi

Launching Message Check: A Revolutionary Tool By Vishvas News In Collaboration With IIT Kharagpur To Combat Misinformation

Vishvas.News, Jagran New Media's fact-checking wing and one of India's leading fact-checking organisations, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, is proud to announce the launch of the Message Check Tool.

by: WAMC

Writer Ted Chiang on AI and grappling with big ideas

by: jagranjosh.com

New RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's Education And Career

Here we are talking about teh educationalq ualifications nad career highlights of the New RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra. check out!

by: Computerworld

Best Places to Work in IT 2025

Our 31st annual report finds that leading companies prioritize upskilling and retention strategies as IT expands its impact and influence across the business.

by: Yahoo

US finalizes more than $6.1 billion chips subsidy for Micron Technology

The commerce department and Micron have also agreed to preliminary terms for an additional investment of $275 million to expand the chipmaker's facility in Manassas, Virginia, which primarily manufactures chips sold in the automotive,

by: Reuters

US finalizes more than $6.1 bln chips subsidy for Micron Technology

The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized a subsidy of more than $6.1 billion for memory chip maker Micron Technology to support the construction of several domestic semiconductor facilities, according to a White House statement on Tuesday.

by: KGOU

A phone company developed an AI 'granny' to beat scammers at their own game

by: UNESCO

What you need to know about higher education in Africa

Young people are Africa's greatest asset. With 75% of Africans under 35, the continent's younger generation holds the key to unlocking significant economic growth, innovation and sustainable development - if well-educated and equipped with the right skills.

by: Firstpost

What Google's Willow means for supercomputing and you

Google has claimed that 'Willow,' its new quantum computing chip, can solve a math equation in five minutes that the fastest supercomputers would take 10 septillion years to do. Experts say that though supercomputers could potentially revolutionise fields such as medicine,

by: birmingham.ac.uk

Aerosol pollutants from cooking may last longer in the atmosphere - new study

New insights into the behaviour of aerosols from cooking emissions and sea spray reveal that particles may take up more water than previously thought.

by: MSN

Google says computational power of its new quantum chip Willow suggests we may live in a multiverse

Google's new quantum chip Willow is cool. But what's cooler is Google's casual mention that Willow's computational powers lend credence to the theory that we may be a part of a multiverse.

Step Aside AI, Google's Quantum Computer Is Here

Google's Willow chip advances quantum computing with major potential. See why GOOGL stock is a must-own, benefiting from breakthroughs in AI and healthcare.

The article from Seeking Alpha discusses Google's advancements in quantum computing, highlighting its potential to revolutionize technology beyond the current capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI). Google has developed a 53-qubit quantum computer named Sycamore, which achieved quantum supremacy by performing a calculation in 200 seconds that would take the world's most powerful supercomputer 10,000 years to complete. This leap in computing power could lead to breakthroughs in various fields like drug discovery, material science, and cryptography. The article suggests that while AI has been the focus for enhancing computational capabilities, quantum computing might soon take center stage due to its ability to solve complex problems exponentially faster than classical computers. However, the technology is still in its nascent stages, facing challenges like error rates and maintaining quantum states, but its potential is seen as a game-changer in the tech landscape.

Read the Full Seeking Alpha Article at:
https://seekingalpha.com/article/4743326-step-aside-ai-google-quantum-computer-is-here