• Mon, December 30, 2024

by: Indiatimes

Will humans make contact with alien life in 2025? Check Baba Vanga's predictions and key upcoming prophecies

Baba Vanga, a renowned Bulgarian seer, predicted human contact with extraterrestrial life in 2025, leading to transformative effects on human culture,

by: Wired

WIRED's 2024 Year-in-Review Quiz: From AI Slop to Human Brain Implants

How well did you follow WIRED's coverage of the biggest science and technology stories from 2024? Answer these 10 questions to test your knowledge.

by: Inverse

These Are The Most Exciting Space Missions Coming In 2025

From exploring the Moon to revealing mysteries of the solar system, space agencies around the world are gearing up for an exciting year of launches and flybys.

by: Reuters

China's Xi offers deep condolences over Jimmy Carter's death

China on Monday offered its deep condolences over the death of Jimmy Carter, saying the former U.S. president was the "driving force" behind the establishment of diplomatic ties between both countries more than 40 years ago.

by: Forbes

Federal Funding Boosts HBCU Partnerships In Innovation Ecosystems

HBCU partnerships are poised to advance place-based, tech-driven economic development catalyzed by Tech Hubs program authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act.

by: AOL

Semiconductor company announces $2B expansion in Virginia

One of the world's largest semiconductor companies announced a $2.17 billion investment to expand its operations in Virginia. In addition, Micron Technology, Inc. says the project will create 340 new jobs as part of a modernization of its existing facility in Manassas.

by: IPWatchdog

Year in Review: 2024 Sees Significant Legislative Developments on AI

Although artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for decades in some form, the more recent Generative AI (GenAI) boom has brought it back into the limelight. However, with new technological development comes regulation.

by: WESH

Carter's impact on space program remembered as legacy lives on in the stars

President Jimmy Carter's impact on the U.S. space program honored in Florida where so many of the nation's space ambitions have been realized.

by: Yahoo

Could AI robots replace human astronauts in space?

On Christmas Eve, an autonomous spacecraft flew past the Sun, closer than any human-made object before it. Swooping through the atmosphere, Nasa's Parker Solar Probe was on a mission to discover more about the Sun, including how it affects space weather at Earth.

by: fox17online

Historical mysteries solved by science in 2024

by: MSN

Education News- These B.Tech courses will be in vogue in 2025, know about them

As the world is advancing technology, the world is being joined by cutting-edge fields that are transforming industries and improving the lives of people around the world. From harnessing the power of data to creating sustainable solutions for the planet,

by: MSN

Eight Wiltshire people recognised in New Year Honours list

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by: Yahoo

In 2024, artificial intelligence was all about putting AI tools to work

If 2023 was a year of wonder about artificial intelligence, 2024 was the year to try to get that wonder to do something useful without breaking the bank. There was a "shift from putting out models to actually building products,

by: Forbes

Federal Funding Boost HBCU Partnerships In Innovation Ecosystems

HBCU partnerships are poised to advance place-based, tech-driven economic development catalyzed by Tech Hubs program authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act.

by: Reuters

China offers deep condolences over Jimmy Carter's death

China on Monday offered its deep condolences over the death of Jimmy Carter, saying the former U.S. president was the "driving force" behind the establishment of diplomatic ties between both countries more than 40 years ago.

by: Forbes

Computer Science: Is A Degree Still Worth It?

Computer science degrees used to be considered safe programs because all aspects of daily life depend on technology. However, the number of students seeking degrees in the field seemed to peak in the late 1980s, and lately, more individuals have wondered whether the field is profitable.

by: MSN

Petroleum Museum's STEAM Break keeps kids learning over the holidays

Designed for first-through-sixth-grade students, the sessions offer engaging activities in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM).

by: MSN

Here are the Salisbury people who have made the King's New Year Honours list 2024

Community champions, campaigners, and public servants from Salisbury and the surrounding areas have been recognised in the prestigious New Year's Honours List for their outstanding contributions to society.

by: MSN

Groundbreaking AI Enables Humans to Hold a 20-Minute 'Conversation' with a Humpback Whale

In an astonishing 20-minute exchange between researchers and a humpback whale named Twain, science has crossed an unprecedented threshold. Taking place off the coast of Alaska, this interaction, made possible by advanced artificial intelligence (AI),

by: MSN

Map shows Surrey's unsolved murders including suspected contract killing and pensioner attack

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by: MSN

NIT Trichy to launch MS in AI and data science in collaboration with Illinois Institute of Technology

CHENNAI: NIT Trichy is planning to launch an online MS degree in AI and data science in collaboration with Illinois Institute of Technology in the US in July 2025. According to NIT Trichy director G Aghila,

by: MSN

PV2DOC: New tool summarizes presentation videos into searchable, structured PDF documents

You have likely encountered presentation-style videos that combine slides, figures, tables, and spoken explanations. These videos have become a widely used medium of delivering information, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic when stay-at-home measures were implemented.

by: MSN

AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton warns of increased risk of human extinction due to AI

Geoffrey Hinton, the "Godfather of AI," warned of AI's dangers after receiving the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics.

by: MSN

Elon Musk, Peter Thiel And Billionaires' Influence In Trump's White House: Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich's Warning

Beginning on Jan. 20, 2025, a network of powerful billionaires will exert unparalleled influence over the U.S. government, according to former Labor Secretary Robert Reich. He names venture capitalist Peter Thiel as a central figure in what Reich describes as a "billionaire brain trust" poised to shape key aspects of policy and governance in President-elect Donald Trump's second term.

by: MSN

The top 7 black hole discoveries from 2024

Space.com was on duty all year to bring you every major development in our understanding of the universe's most fascinating entities.

by: MSN

What's coming in 2025: A new theme park, huge planetarium and free Disney water parks

As we look ahead to 2025, there are some promising new attractions and deals coming to Central Florida, from a brand new billion-dollar theme park to free tickets to savings at Disney's water parks when the new year unfolds.

by: MSN

The Evolving Role of BI Engineers in AI-Driven Analytics

Chinni Krishna notes that industries leveraging AI-augmented BI tools have experienced improved efficiency in decision-making processes.

by: MSN

Exploring the rising demand for AI engineering: skills, scope, and career opportunities

AI engineering is increasingly in demand across various sectors due to its role in enabling technologies from fraud detection to autonomous vehicles. It requires programming, machine learning, and analytical skills.

by: MSN

North Korea vows 'toughest' anti-US stance in party meeting

At the year-end meeting, North Korean officials committed to aggressively implementing strong anti-US measures to protect its security and national interests.

by: MSN

How your fitness watch can predict if you're getting sick

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  • Tue, December 31, 2024

by: devdiscourse

Breakthrough in Mimicking Ion-Mediated Protein Adsorption on Implants and Biomaterials

IASST researchers stabilize lysozyme protein bilayers on silicon surfaces, advancing biomaterial integration research.

by: Nanowerk

Engineers develop world's first deep-UV microLED display chips for maskless photolithography

UVC microLED has showcased the viability of a lowered cost maskless photolithography through the provision of adequate light output power density, enabling exposure of photoresist films in a shorter time.

by: cambridgeindependent

New Year Honours 2025: BEMs for astronomer and charity founder

A graduate of Emmanuel College, Cambridge, who came up in 1979 and stayed on in the city after completing a science degree, Paul Michael Fellows has made an outstanding contribution towards the public understanding of science and, latterly, astronomical science, as chairman of the Cambridge Astronomical Association.

by: malaymail

Malaysia, China to exchange 10 scientists in third quarter of 2025 to focus on AI, space, semiconductors, and more

Malaysia and China are expected to begin an exchange of 10 scientists and researchers from each country in the third quarter of 2025 as part of efforts

by: Vanguard

Fakokunde bags Award of Excellence in Software Engineering

Computer guru, Akinwumi Fakokunde, has bagged Award of Excellence as the Software Engineer of the Year, Lagos State.

by: NDTV

Humans Will Soon Be Able To Mine On The Moon. But Should We?

The Outer Space Treaty (1967) makes it clear no nation can claim to "own" the Moon (or any celestial body). However, it is less clear whether a company extracting resources from the Moon violates this non-appropriation clause. Two later agreements take up this issue.

by: Graphic

See the cut-off grades for the KNUST 2024/2025 undergraduate admissions

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has released guidelines for the 2024/2025 undergraduate admissions.

by: NDTV

Last Date To Register For IIT Delhi's PhD Programme In Energy And Sustainability To Close Today

The PhD program in the area of Energy and Sustainability will focus on addressing cutting-edge problems related to reaching NetZero targets.

by: Graphic

Limit appointment of ministers and deputies at maximum of 55 - Constitutional Review Consultative Committee report

The Constitutional Review Consultative Committee , which was tasked to review the 2011 report of the Constitution Review Committee has recommended that there should be an upper limit of ministers and deputy ministers a president can appoint.

by: Graphic

See the requirements for KNUST 2024/2025 undergraduate admissions

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has released guidelines for the 2024/2025 undergraduate admissions.

by: Forbes

Jimmy Carter's Legacy In The Fight Against Climate Change

In this handout image provided by the Elders, Jimmy ... [+] Carter walks with his grandsons Jeremy Carter (R), 22, and Hugo Wentzel, 10 d

by: MSN

India's space journey hits several milestones in 2024: From X-ray wonders to solar secrets

ISRO's 2024 highlights include XPoSat for X-ray studies, Aditya-L1 for solar observation, EOS-08 for Earth monitoring, GSAT-N2 for connectivity, Proba-3 for formation flying, and PSLV-C60 SpaDeX for in-space docking,

by: MSN

2024 Sets Ambitious Targets: Building Space Station, Starting Fast Breeder Reactor, and Boosting Research

India's scientific ambitions soared in 2024 with the government's unveiling of a space vision aiming to establish a space station by 2035 and land an Indian on the moon by 2047. Efforts to advance quantum technologies also received a significant boost this year.

by: MSN

What is SpaDex Mission? Know All About ISRO's Space Docking Mechanism and Spacecraft

The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) is a significant technological initiative by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to develop and demonstrate in-space docking technology. This critical capability allows two spacecraft to connect while in orbit,

by: MSN

Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity to create 1 million jobs by 2030: Quess IT Staffing report

Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing and data science are also expected to contribute over $150 billion to India's economy by 2030.

by: MSN

Swindon and Wiltshire heroes feature in New Year's Honours list

A Swindon healthcare expert, Chippenham architect, and Melksham football club boss are among those being honoured by the King for the new year.

by: MSN

India's Space Odyssey: ISRO's PSLV-C60 SpaDeX Mission Signals the Dawn of a New Era in Space Docking

ISRO's PSLV-C60 mission, launched on December 30, 2024, aims to achieve India's first in-space docking through the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX). Two satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, will attempt the maneuver on January 7,

by: MSN

HPBOSE 10th, 12th date sheet released at hpbose.org: Check complete schedule for board exams

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has released the 2025 date sheet for Class 10 and 12 exams. Scheduled to start on March 4, 2025, the exams will include a wide range of subjects for both regular and State Open School candidates.

How your fitness watch can predict if you're getting sick

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The article from MSN discusses how fitness watches, like those from Fitbit, can predict if you're getting sick by monitoring changes in your heart rate variability (HRV). HRV reflects the variation in time between each heartbeat, which can indicate stress levels, fatigue, and overall health. A study highlighted in the article showed that a significant drop in HRV could precede symptoms of illness by about 24 hours, suggesting that these devices could serve as an early warning system for health issues. This predictive capability is due to the autonomic nervous system's response to infections, which affects HRV. The article also mentions that while this technology shows promise, it's not foolproof, and other factors like sleep quality, physical activity, and stress also influence HRV. Therefore, while fitness watches can provide useful health insights, they should be used in conjunction with other health monitoring practices.

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