Thu, December 19, 2024

by: The New York Times

Is the Tech Industry Already on the Cusp of an A.I. Slowdown?

"These methods only work in areas where things are empirically true, like math and science," said Dylan Patel ... of OpenAI say that these new techniques will continue to push the technology ahead. But if progress reaches a plateau, the implications ...

by: Space.com

SpaceX will launch Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander to the moon in mid-January with these 10 NASA payloads

The company's Blue Ghost lunar lander arrived at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida on Monday (Dec. 16) for integration with the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that will launch the robotic probe — as well as the private Japanese moon lander Resilience — to space.

by: BBC

1995: Dark cyber future predicted for 2025

Tomorrow's World, the BBC's programme about science and technology trends, celebrated its 30th anniversary in 1995 by looking forward another 30 years to the year 2025. In the mid-1990s, as the internet was becoming increasingly mainstream, people were more aware of its benefits and possible dangers.

by: esi-africa.com

Project to explore revenue possibilities for solar mini-grids in SSA

by: manilatimes

DoST launches FOI hub, empowers stakeholders with S&T information

THE Department of Science and Technology - Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII) launches its Freedom of Information (FOI) Hub with a commitment to make relevant science and technology information accessible to the public.

by: The Hindu

What is an AI agent? The computer science of the next wave of AI tools

Major technology companies, including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google and Salesforce, have recently released or announced plans to develop and release AI agents.

by: India Today

10 big science breakthroughs from India in 2024

India witnessed remarkable scientific progress in 2024, with breakthroughs in quantum technologies, AI in healthcare, advanced batteries, cancer research, space exploration, and sustainable energy.

by: Scientific American

Behold! 2024's Most Stunning Space Photos

See the year's most striking images from the Hubble and James Webb space telescopes, NASA's Mars rover and the best sky watching on offer

by: Physics World

New day dawns for quantum computing in the UK

NQCC's new centre will bring companies and academics together to accelerate progress towards delivering quantum computing at scale

by: Chemistry World

AI aids discovery of solar cell materials with near-record efficiency

A hole-transporting layer for perovskite solar cells with near-record efficiency has been developed using a machine learning algorithm. The work explored a vast region of chemical space much faster than would otherwise have been possible, and could potentially help expose the physical principles that underlie the effectiveness of such materials.

by: BellaNaija

AOT Lagos 6.0: Experts Lead Africa's Path to a Digital Future with Artificial Intelligence

Lagos conference organized by the Eko Innovation Centre and powered by the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, held recently at the prestigious Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island,

by: CNN-News18

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2025: Registration To Begin From January 7; Eligibility & Other Details

Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply. In case, a candidate clears all the stages of the Selection Procedure, then the upper age limit as on the date of enrolment should be 21 years.

by: AZOM

Say Goodbye to Disk Drives: Flinders Team Makes a Dent on Data Storage Limits

A new material for high density data storage can be erased and recycled in a more efficient and sustainable way, providing a potential alternative to hard disk drives, solid-state drives and flash memory in future.

by: Daily Express

Sky finally offers very cheap TV but another new rival lets you stream everything for free

There's even RU Flow technology which reduces image judder during fast-moving scenes. Price start from £309 for the 43-inch model and rise to £499 for the 65-inch version. Toshiba 43 Inch - £309.00 (Currently £259) SEE THE DEAL HERE Toshiba 50 Inch - ...

by: jagranjosh.com

IAF Agniveer Vayu Intake Recruitment 2025: Registration Starts For 01/2026 From January 7, Check Eligibility

The Indian Air Force has invited online applications for the recruitment of Agniveervayu posts. Check notification pdf, application process and other details here.

by: Business Line

Veranda XL partners with SRM institute for CA coaching

by: SciTech Daily

Lasers Unlock the Next Frontier in Particle Acceleration

Using dual lasers and an advanced gas injection system, researchers at th Lab Laser Accelerator Center (BELLA) accelerated a high-quality electron beam to 10 billion electronvolts (10 GeV) over a distance of just 30 centimeters.

by: MSN

S. Korea to invest 1 tln won in boosting global competitiveness of homegrown OTT platforms

South Korea will invest 1 trillion won (US$689.5 million) to help strengthen the competitiveness of homegrown over-the-top (OTT) platforms amid intensifying competition in the global market, the science ministry said Thursday.
Wed, December 18, 2024

by: CNN-News18

Top Entrance Exams For BTech Admissions In 2025

Explore top engineering entrance exams like JEE Main, BITSAT, VITEEE, and state-level tests for BTech admissions in India.

by: Daily Mail

AI firms should pay for the creative content they rip-off to train their systems - in the same way they pay staff wages and electricity bills

The Government was last night accused of failing to be an 'honest broker' over its plans to allow AI companies to ignore copyright rules when training their systems.

by: KTBS

AT&T contributes $25,000 to Southern University in Shreveport

AT&T has contributed $25,000 to the Southern University System Foundation in support of Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) to help low-income students pursuing coursework in business, science,

by: Gizmodo

Squirrels Caught Hunting and Eating Meat for the First Time

Scientists thought this species stuck to eating grains, but this summer's open season on voles suggests otherwise.

by: Popular Science

People keep falling for fake 'drones over Jersey' videos

Since late November, residents in New Jersey and at least five other states have reported spotting bright objects flying overhead. The sightings have stirred speculation, amplified by celebrities, commentators, and prominent public officials, that this is nefarious, experimental technology. Or aliens.

by: Chattanoogan.com

GNTC, Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College Sign Articulation Agreement

Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College and Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) have created Northwest Georgia Connect, a new agreement to further educational opportunities for area students.

by: SciTech Daily

Precision Perfected: How Nuclear Clocks Are Changing Time

Scientists are developing nuclear clocks using thin films of thorium tetrafluoride, which could revolutionize precision timekeeping by being less radioactive and more cost-effective than previous models.

by: The Pioneer

Education: From Kothari Commission to NEP-2020

The educators and policymakers are called upon to transcend ideological divides and lead India toward inclusive progress and innovation The most comprehensive initiative in education in post-independence India was the report of the National Commission on Education,

by: The Economist

Giving children the wrong (or not enough) toys may doom a society

GIVERS OF EDUCATIONAL gifts, rejoice: despite the eye-rolls you may receive on Christmas morning, you are part of a long and valuable tradition. In cultures around the world, toys have been used to teach children what they need to know about the society ...

by: Reuters

Canada pledges beefed-up border, immigration restrictions to appease Trump

Four Canadian ministers publicly unveiled on Tuesday a border security plan they had privately presented to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration, with an emphasis on surveillance,

by: Telangana Today

Hyderabad: Students protest as college withholds hall tickets over delay in fee reimbursement

Students from Sree Nidhi Institute of Science and Technology (SNIST), Ghatkesar on Wednesday protested against the management for withholding hall tickets of its BTech final year students due to Congress government's delay in releasing arrears related to fee reimbursement.

by: Yahoo

China is building a train that travels faster than a plane - here's what we know so far

It may not conform to romantic visions of scenic rail travel, but it is the very stuff of science fiction dreams - a new "floating train" being developed in China that is projected to reach speeds of more than 600mph,

by: The Lancet

Tackling algorithmic bias and promoting transparency in health datasets: the STANDING Together consensus recommendations

Without careful dissection of the ways in which biases can be encoded into artificial intelligence (AI) health technologies, there is a risk of perpetuating existing health inequalities at scale. One major source of bias is the data that underpins such technologies.

by: Upstream

China's Sinopec completes innovative pilot green hydrogen project

by: Dallas Morning News

West Dallas educators awarded grants through the Toyota, United Way DRIVE program

West Dallas educators receive $100,000 in grants thanks to a partnership between Toyota Motor North America and United Way of Metropolitan Dallas.

by: KPBS

Immune systems can stop cancer if their cells have the right diet

Post doctoral fellow Shixin Ma was the lead author of a paper on the research published in the journal Science. She said in humans this process could help attack and control tumors or stop them before they happen. "I think this could be not only curative ...

by: Government Technology

Applications Open for Syracuse's New STEAM High School

After years of delays and $74.1 million in renovations, a new high school in Syracuse will offer concentrations including media technology, robotics automation, data analytics and semiconductor microchip technology.

by: SHINE

Leading Macao to greater success of 'one country, two systems'

For Hong Kong and Macau, "one country, two systems" is the biggest strength; China's reform and opening up has set the broadest stage for their development; and the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area present new and significant opportunities, Xi has said.

by: KGOU

These were the top animal stories on NPR in 2024, including a boy's pregnant octopus

This year, the animal kingdom was filled with triumph, loss and new discoveries. Here is a look at NPR's top animal stories of 2024.

by: MLive

Grand Rapids healthcare company to open Detroit center

BAMF Health, which uses advanced imaging technology to detect and treat cancer, expects construction to begin next year.

by: Live Science

Stuck on gift ideas? These excellent noise-canceling headphones are still 43% off

You can still buy the top-quality Bose QuietComfort headphones at their Black Friday price, saving you a massive $150 — but hurry, the stocks are running out.

by: bnnbloomberg

Saudi Arabia Taps Aramco Oil Field Brine in Lithium Battery Push

Saudi Arabia is exploring projects that can produce lithium for batteries in an effort to ramp up production in the Middle Eastern oil exporter.

by: India Today

IIT Bombay's Techfest 2024 showcases 'Sustainnovative Sentience' theme

IIT Bombay's Techfest 2024 brings innovation and sustainability under one roof. The three-day event features cutting-edge technology, cultural performances, and thrilling competitions.

by: Computer Weekly

Top 10 IT careers and skills stories of 2024

Looking back at the skills and hiring landscape in 2024, Computer Weekly shares the key moments for IT careers and skills over the past 12 months

by: BBC

The controversial machine sending CO2 to the ocean and making hydrogen

Equatic is among a wave of start-ups exploring how the ocean could be harnessed to capture and store carbon. But not everyone is sure it's such a good idea.

by: Business Insider

Verily's plan for 2025: Raise money, pivot to AI, and break up with Google

As Verily looks to mature, it's raising money, cutting ties with Google, and taking on a bolder AI strategy, employees told BI.

by: Daily Express

Hyperoptic launches cheaper broadband deals for Christmas - but you'll need to be quick

Hyperoptic have relaunched its cheap broadband deals for Brits looking for a bargain Christmas contract before 2025

by: MSN

NASA finalizes strategy for sustaining human presence in low Earth orbit

As part of the agency's efforts to enable broader use of space, NASA has released its final goals and objectives for low Earth orbit, defining the long-term approach toward advancing microgravity science,

by: NDTV

NCHM JEE 2025: Application Begins For Admission To Hospitality And Hotel Administration

Admission to BSc HHA programme is conducted on the merit of All India Rank in NCHM JEE. Following this, a centralised web based online counseling is held on all India basis and seat/Institute is allotted on merit cum choice basis.

by: autoevolution

China releases report on global engineering frontiers

BEIJING -- The Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) on Wednesday released a report on the global frontiers of engineering science and technology, which includes analyses of development trends and characteristics.

Antineutrino detection gets a boost with novel plastic scintillator

When an antineutrino collides with a proton, a positron and a neutron are produced—a process known as inverse beta decay (IBD). This event causes scintillating materials to light up, making it possible to detect these antineutrinos;

The article from MSN discusses a significant advancement in neutrino physics with the development of a novel plastic scintillator by researchers at the University of California, Davis. This new material enhances the detection of antineutrinos, which are elusive particles that are difficult to detect due to their minimal interaction with matter. The plastic scintillator is designed to be more efficient and cost-effective than traditional liquid scintillators, potentially allowing for larger scale experiments. This breakthrough could lead to more precise measurements of neutrino properties, contributing to our understanding of fundamental physics, including neutrino oscillations and possibly even the matter-antimatter asymmetry in the universe. The material's properties make it particularly useful for applications in reactor monitoring and neutrino astronomy, offering new insights into both particle physics and astrophysics.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/science/chemistry/antineutrino-detection-gets-a-boost-with-novel-plastic-scintillator/ar-AA1w7k9I