• Tue, December 10, 2024

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UTEP launches Bachelor's in artificial intelligence

The University of Texas at El Paso announced on Tuesday that it is offering a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, beginning in the Spring of 202

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Micron, federal government finalize agreement for $6.1 billion in CHIPS funds

The U.S. Department of Commerce and Micron have finalized the deal for $6.1 billion in CHIPS and Science Act incentives, which will help with the construction of its semiconductor fab in Clay.

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

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Updates on Quantum Error Correction Roadmaps

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The Future of Family and AI Companions: What's Next in Nebraska

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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.

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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.

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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.

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UW Instructional Professor and Students Provide Disaster Mapping Assistance After Hurricane

After Hurricane Milton decimated many parts of Florida in early October, Ramesh Sivanpillai received a familiar call.

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New AI cracks complex engineering problems faster than supercomputers

Modeling how cars deform in a crash, how spacecraft responds to extreme environments, or how bridges resist stress could be made thousands of times faster thanks to new artificial intelligence that enables personal computers to solve massive math problems that generally require supercomputers.

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UTEP Unveils Pioneering Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence for Spring 2025

UTEP announces a Bachelor's Degree in AI, becoming the third Texas university to offer such a program starting spring 2025.

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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: Reuters

AI safety is hard to steer with science in flux, US official says

Policymakers aiming to recommend safeguards for artificial intelligence are facing a formidable challenge: science that is still evolving.

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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.

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China's sci-fi spherical Death Star-like robot cop uses AI, facial recognition to track criminals

Chinese robotics company, Logon Technology, unveiled the RT-G autonomous spherical robot in a release, saying it was a "technological breakthrough" designed to assist and even replace humans in dangerous environments. The spherical robots are capable of operating both on land and water.

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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.

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Remarkable new battery splits water to create hydrogen fuel

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Concern that teaching a foreign language in primary schools would affect English and Irish literacy

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Luigi Mangione, who comes from a wealthy Baltimore family, founded an app and reviewed the Unabomber Manifesto.

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Ludhiana: American scientist promotes 'tailored' nutrition at PAU

The scientist, an alumnus of PAU, presented his findings on low-calorie, gluten-free, and specialty foods urging people to introduce super grains and whole grains into everyday diets

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'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.

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Professor GQ Max Lu to step down as President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Surrey

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UTEP bolsters future in artificial intelligence with new bachelor's degree

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Predicting atomic structures proves useful in energy and sustainability

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AI chatbot suggested a teen kill his parents, lawsuit claims

Within six months of using the app, lawyers contend the victim had grown despondent, withdrawn, and prone to bursts of anger that culminated in physical altercations with his parents. He allegedly suffered a "mental breakdown" and lost 20 pounds by the time his parents discovered his Character.AI account—and his bot conversations—in November 2023.

by: MSN

Nebraska classrooms highlight computer science, technology as subjects becomes high school requirement

Starting with the 2026-2027 school year, all high schoolers in Nebraska will need a computer science and technology class credit to graduate.

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J&K govt forms panel to re-look into reservation issue

General administration department, in an order, informed that the committee will comprise health minister Sakina Itoo, forest minister Javed Ahmad Rana and science and technology minister Satish Sharm

by: University of Wyoming

UW's Science Initiative Roadshows Inspire STEM Across Wyoming

A University of Wyoming program that promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) through hands-on learning reached nearly 8,000 K-12 students, educators and senior citizens across the state this past year.

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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.

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Q2B - Accurate Quantum Computation for Practically Useful Quantum Computers

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'Tomorrow and I' Ending Explained: Unpacking the Off-The-Walls Netflix Anthology

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UTEP launches bachelor's program in artificial intelligence

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) will be launching a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI) program in the spring of 2025, UTEP said in a press release on Tuesday, Dec. 10. UTEP says the program is the only third AI bachelor's degree offered in the

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Supreme Court refuses to hear school discrimination case

The U.S. Supreme Court refused Monday to hear a case alleging schools in Boston discriminate against Asian American and White students, reports NBC News. The lawsuit involving Boston's elite high schools marks the second time in recent months the conservative Supreme Court declined an opportunity to further restrict programs designed to increase diversity in education.

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Tripura's bamboo shoot 'Melye-amiley' promises weight loss benefits, reveals study

A traditional fermented bamboo shoot from Tripura, 'Melye-amiley,' shows promise in combating obesity, according to a new study. The research highlights its role in reducing lipid accumulation and boosting fatty acid oxidation.

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The Science of Creativity: How Your Brain Innovates

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Micron Technology Climbs Pre-Market On $6.1 Billion U.S. Subsidy Approval: Retail Turns Bullish

Micron Technology's stock climbed as much as 2% pre-market after the U.S. Department of Commerce finalized a more than $6.1 billion subsidy for the memory chip-maker. The investment, unchanged from the amount initially announced in April,

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Nvidia forges deals in American Southwest and Southeastern Asia

The world's leading AI chip designer has plans to expand its footprint both in the United States and around the globe.
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Silent Night? CNET Survey Reveals 4 in 10 US Adults Struggle to Get Quality Sleep During the Holiday Season

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

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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,

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One Nation, One Subscription to Start on January 1: Key Details Explained

Beginning on January 1, at least 30 prestigious academic publications published worldwide will be freely accessible to at least 18 million students from all government-funded higher education institutions in the nation,

UTEP launches Bachelor's in artificial intelligence

The University of Texas at El Paso announced on Tuesday that it is offering a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, beginning in the Spring of 202
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has introduced a new Bachelor of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI), marking it as the first of its kind in the region. This program, set to begin in the fall of 2024, aims to equip students with the skills needed to excel in AI, machine learning, and data science, addressing the growing demand for AI expertise in various industries. The curriculum will cover a broad spectrum of AI applications, from ethical considerations to practical implementations in fields like healthcare, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. UTEP's initiative reflects a commitment to fostering innovation and preparing students for future technological advancements, with the program being developed by faculty from the Department of Computer Science.

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