Sat, January 25, 2025

by: NextBigFuture

DeepSeek Causing Panic at Meta and Reshapes AI Landscape

Deepseek is freely available online for simple chat interface and charges far lower costs for heavy million+ token usage.

by: Forbes

7 Predictions For Quantum Resilience In 2025

Here are some predictions around post-quantum cybersecurity and cryptographic agility for 2025 worthy of our attention.

by: businessday

13 countries offering free or low-cost PhD programmes

Pursuing a PhD can be expensive, but some countries offer low-cost or free education to international students. These countries

by: MSN

IIT launches innovation centre in tie-up with Bengaluru institute

The Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Delhi, IHFC, is collaborating with ten prestigious institutes in India to establish Co-Innovation Centres (CiC). This initiative aims to nurture the spirit of innovation,

by: NDTV

Planetary Parade 2025: How And Where To See This Rare Celestial Event In India

Stargazers are in or a treat as six planets - Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus - are set to align in the night sky today, January 25, offering a spectacular view.

by: MSN

Researchers train AI to diagnose lung diseases with 96.57% accuracy

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could become a radiologist's best friend, with researchers training the technology to accurately diagnose pneumonia, COVID-19 and other lung diseases.

by: MSN

China's Sichuan University overtakes Stanford, MIT and Oxford in high-quality research

Leading global educational institutes have been eclipsed by a university in southwest China, according to the latest Nature Index A regional university in southwest China, little known to the wider world,
Fri, January 24, 2025

by: KLTV

Affidavit: Child found mother shot to death after fighting with suspect in Tyler murder

In just the city of Tyler alone, from 2022 to 2024, there's been 1,831 citations and 1,700 warnings of red-light runners. "No matter how much you run it, somebody could be turning right and you hit them, or you can cause somebody to divert into another lane and hit another car. It is never a good thing," says Tyler PD PIO Andy Erbaugh.

by: ITV

Inside China's 'hacking capital' that has ignited global cyber security alarms

ITV News' Debi Edward visited Chengdu, a city which Western governments have alleged as the base for some of the most audacious cyberattacks in recent years. | ITV National News

by: Forbes

What Time Period Does 'Severance' Season 2 Take Place In?

Severance' features retro, analog technology like CRT screens, along with futuristic breakthroughs, but what time period does the show really take place in?

by: CNET

Solar Battery Buying Guide: Follow These Tips for a Smart Purchase

If you want to store energy from your solar panels to use at night or during power outages, consider investing in a solar battery.

by: YourTango

Psychology Says If You Master These 6 Skills, You Can Get Into Anyone's Head

If you want to make someone wild about you, you have to start by getting into their head. Most of the time, people like someone who keeps them guessing, and makes them work for things — especially at the beginning it's more about the art of seduction and chase; stability comes later.

by: EKU

Eastern Kentucky University College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Congratulates Our Fall 2024 Graduates

Congratulations to the Fall 2024 graduates of Eastern Kentucky University! EKU proudly celebrated over1,300 students during the commencement ceremonies held on December 5 and 6, 2024, at the EKU Center

by: SHINE

ASM ignites the STEM dreams of children from Guizhou

"One of our core values is 'We Care,'" said Fang Zhijun, ASM's Vice President of Sales and Country Manager in China. "We believe every child deserves the opportunity to explore the world and pursue their dreams. Our hope is that this summer camp will be part of their life experience, a seed in childhood that grows in future."

by: WCJB

Trump signs executive order on developing artificial intelligence 'free from ideological bias'

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on artificial intelligence Thursday that will revoke past government policies his order says "act as barriers to American AI innovation."

by: Newsroom

'I'm sick of it' - Luxon wants action on competition, RMA

If you could talk economic growth into existence, Christopher Luxon's NZ would top the OECD. Tim Murphy reports on the State of the Nation speech

by: Forbes

The Top 10 Consumer Tech Trends That Matter Most In 2025

"Consumer tech trends of 2025 will revolve around creating meaningful local experiences, fostering community connections and leveraging advanced technologies to enhance personalization. Companies that embrace these shifts will be well-positioned for success in a rapidly evolving market."

by: Townhall

Climate Change, Thailand Style

The Left knows and understands virtually nothing about history. To them, EVERYTHING has to be interpreted within their narrow, current snapshot view of history, and thus the Bible, ancient history, the Founding Fathers, Christopher Columbus—all are interpreted through their ideologically warped lens.

by: Techopedia

AI Ethics in 2025: New Challenges & Regulations

Explore the key challenges of AI ethics in 2025, including accountability, transparency, and regulations in the EU, US, Canada, and the UK.

by: MSN

China primary, secondary schools to beef up science education

China's Ministry of Education has told primary and secondary schools that they must step up science education as the world's second largest economy looks to boost scientific and technological innovation and create new sources of growth.

by: Vanguard

How poor research funding stifles national development

Efforts by the country to bridge development gaps between it and advanced nations of the world through research and development, R&D, are not only inadequate as a result of poor funding, researchers in universities and institutes are also expressing frustration with the politicization of the process to get the paltry sums available to them.

by: MSN

Want to be an intern at ISRO? Check eligibility, duration, stipend, where to apply & other details

ISRO offers internship opportunity to UG, PG, PhD candidates. Check eligibility, duration, stipend and other details here.

by: MSN

JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2025 by Allen: Check Shift 1, 2 Solutions

Joint Entrance Examination- Main (JEE-Main), previously All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE), is a computer-based Indian standardised exam for admission into several technical undergraduate engineering,

by: Bizcommunity

From chalkboards to chatbots: AI in the 2025 classroom

For many people, the term AI reminds them of systems like OpenAI's ChatGPT, which is capable of writing essays or answering complex queries. However, AI's capabilities extend far beyond these applications - and each has unique implications for education.

by: Newsweek

Trump Keeps Campaign Promise to Declassify John F. Kennedy Assassination Files

President Donald Trump has signed an order to declassify government records relating to the assassination of JFK Jr., Newsweek's live blog is closed.
Thu, January 23, 2025

by: Forbes

Wellness Trends Report 2025: Why Regenerative Health Is Such Big News

According to the Global Wellness Institute " "Wellness Tourism globally is now worth $651 billion annually and has a forecasted average annual expenditure growth of 16.6% to 2027." It's no wonder, then, that hotels and spas are looking for new ways to capture a growing audience.

by: Yahoo

Harmony Public Schools to host Permian Basin Math Competition

Harmony Science Academy will host its 3rd annual Math competition from 9:30 a.m. to noon March 1. The Permian Basin math competition is designed to promote a competitive academic environment for mathematics.

by: Vanguard

InterswitchSPAK 6.0: Nigeria's brightest young minds shine in STEM competition

By Adesina Wahab Interswitch, one of Africa's leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has announced the winners of the InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition, its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.

by: Newsweek

Elon Musk Exhibit Removed From German Museum

Musk has dismissed the accusations. He has previously denied that he is antisemitic or that he is politically aligned with Nazism or fascism. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL), which combats antisemitism, said Musk's gesture was not a Nazi salute.

by: Indiatimes

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Top 10 US colleges for Computer Science

The THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025 highlight the top 10 US colleges for Computer Science, with MIT, Stanford, and Carnegie Mellon ranki

by: pna

DOST, Thai counterpart meet to expand sci-tech collab

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) officials held a scientific visit to Thailand on Wednesday to boost collaboration with the agency's Thai counterpart. "DOST is glad to have Thailand as one of its longstanding partners,

by: Forbes

Beauty Innovations: 5 Trends Redefining The Consumer Experience

For beauty brands, 2025 calls for bold investments in transformative technologies and scientific advancements to secure the next decade of success.

by: WKRG

One Tech Tip: How to delete Facebook, Instagram and Threads if you don't like Meta's changes

LONDON (AP) — Should I stay or should I go — from Meta's social media platforms? That's what some Facebook, Instagram and Threads users are wondering after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement this month that the company is relaxing rules on ...

by: Firstpost

Is gomutra good for health? IIT Madras director's remark sparks big debate

V Kamakoti, the director of IIT Madras stirred a row with his remarks last week that cow urine has 'anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties', along with digestive benefits. His comments sparked a political row.

by: CIO

Regeneron and auticon open doors for autistic IT professionals

The pharmaceuticals company recruits a cohort of data interns through the international IT consulting firm, challenging hiring norms and clearing new pathways for autistic IT professionals.

by: rnz

Crown Research Institutes to merge into three mega science groups

The Crown Research Institutes will be merged as part of sweeping changes to the science sector. In an email to staff seen by RNZ, the seven CRIs will become three mega science organisations - "Public Research Organisations" (PROs) - with a fourth established to focus on "advanced technology".

by: MSN

Technion honors 'Hebrew Language Day' by remembering 'The War of the Languages'

Following the revival of Hebrew, there was a struggle to implement the language into universities, leading to "The War of the Languages."

by: MSN

JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2025 By Aakash Institute: Check Shift 1, 2 Answer Key Available, Download PDF

Joint Entrance Examination- Main (JEE-Main), formerly All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE), is an Indian standardised computer-based test for admission to various technical undergraduate programs in engineering,

by: MSN

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025: US takes the top slot in 9 out of 11 subjects

The THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025 showcase the dominance of US and UK universities, with the US claiming the top spot in nine out of 11 subjects. MIT leads in Arts and Humanities, Business,

by: rnz

Crown Research Institutes to be merged: Science sector revamp draws mixed reaction

The merging of the seven Crown Research Institutes has drawn criticism - but others are focused on how it will work.
Wed, January 22, 2025

by: rnz

Christopher Luxon announces foreign investment agency in state of nation address

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced the changes in his state of the nation speech in Auckland, saying it would lay the path to prosperity.

by: breakingbelizenews

Government of Belize rolls out USpace in Dangriga

by: MSN

FISTA hosts event to give updates on progress and advancements within Fort Sill

Jan. 22, the Fires Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator hosted an event focusing on Fort Sill Updates, Cross-Functional Team Initiatives, and advancements in defense.

by: KOMU

MU launches AI help bot 'Roary' to support student success

The University of Missouri launches Roary, a new AI chat bot aimed at helping students reach their full potential.

by: MSN

NASA Tests Revolutionary Nuclear Propulsion Fuel That Could Take Humans to Mars in Just 45 Days

NASA has achieved a critical milestone in space exploration with the successful testing of advanced nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) reactor fuel at its Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). This breakthrough technology,

by: earth

Wave 'ripples' found on Mars prove it once had flowing liquid water, not just ice

New research reveals ancient ripples on Mars, providing compelling evidence of long-lost lakes that once existed 3.7 billion years ago.

by: CNET

49 Best Wellness Valentine's Gifts for the Health Gurus Who Have It All

Whether you're shopping for a holistic health connoisseur or a fitness enthusiast or, our editors' favorite picks have you covered for Valentine's Day.

by: MSN

Ultrasensitive test detects and serially monitors intact virus levels in COVID-19 patients

Investigators from Mass General Brigham have found that a method originally designed for cancer detection can also identify and monitor even tiny amounts of SARS-CoV-2 intact viral particles in blood and other fluids from patients with acute COVID-19 infections,

How poor research funding stifles national development

Efforts by the country to bridge development gaps between it and advanced nations of the world through research and development, R&D, are not only inadequate as a result of poor funding, researchers in universities and institutes are also expressing frustration with the politicization of the process to get the paltry sums available to them.

The article from Vanguard Nigeria discusses how inadequate funding for research in Nigeria severely hampers national development. It highlights that despite the potential for research to drive economic growth, innovation, and solutions to societal problems, the lack of financial support leads to a brain drain, where talented researchers leave the country for better opportunities abroad. The piece points out that Nigerian universities and research institutions struggle with outdated equipment, insufficient grants, and poor infrastructure, which collectively diminish the quality and quantity of research output. This situation not only stalls scientific advancement but also affects sectors like health, agriculture, and technology, where research could lead to significant improvements. The article calls for increased government investment in research and development, better policy frameworks to encourage private sector involvement, and a cultural shift towards valuing and supporting research to foster national development.

Read the Full Vanguard Article at:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/01/how-poor-research-funding-stifles-national-development/