Sat, February 15, 2025

by: AOL

USDA probationary staff fired at three agencies, sources say

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has fired probationary staff at two U.S. Department of Agriculture research agencies, two sources familiar with the situation said on Friday. A USDA spokesperson would not comment specifically on whether people were fired,

by: TheHealthSite

Digital Twin Technology In Patient Care: Opportunities And Challenges

What is digital twin technology and how can this be used in the field of medicine? Read this exclusive interview with UCL's Prof Peter Coveney to know about it all.

by: onmanorama

Need to promote scientific temper to combat rise in superstitions: Kerala CM

The CM said that superstitious beliefs, which are the reason behind acts like human sacrifices, were multiplying because people were not seriously concerned about spreading scientific knowledge in society. He called for "popularising science," which he added was the most effective way of creating a scientific temper in society.

by: CNAS

Beyond DeepSeek: How China's AI Ecosystem Fuels Breakthroughs

The answer lies not just in DeepSeek's top engineers or innovative training techniques, but in the vast political and financial ecosystem China has built to accelerate AI innovation. Over the past decade,

by: MSN

China's new hydrogen EV battery hits 2825 Wh/kg energy density with 99.7% efficiency

Through rigorous testing, this new model displayed a staggering theoretical energy density of 2825 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg), with a steady operational voltage of around thr

by: MSN

DOST to help improve Laoag's transportation system

THE Department of Science and Technology-Region 1 (DOST-1), through its Provincial Science and Technology Office-Ilocos Norte (PSTO-IN), has embarked on a transformative initiative to improve Laoag City's transportation system.

by: Reuters

No need for one country to control chip industry, Taiwan official says

There is no need for one country to control the semiconductor industry, which is complex and needs a division of labour, Taiwan's top technology official said on Saturday after U.S. President Donald Trump criticised the island's chip dominance.
Fri, February 14, 2025

by: STAT

Trump administration to fire thousands at health agencies

The Trump administration is set to eliminate thousands of federal health care jobs Friday, targeting employees across agencies who were hired in the past one to two years.

by: NextBigFuture

Mark Zuckerberg Displaces Bezos as Second Richest in the World

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has become the second richest in the world. Jeff Bezos has rarely not been richest or second richest in the world for the

by: NextBigFuture

I Do Predict Humans Will Land on Mars by 2030

As I have posted, I am a top 8 predictor on Metaculus out of 34617 people according to Metaculus for baseline accuracy. I was asked by a commenter what my

by: Time

Do You Need to Worry About an Asteroid Hitting Earth?

That's the day an asteroid dubbed 2024 YR4 may strike our planet. Cosmic bookmakers don't make an impact terribly likely. According to NASA, the odds of a collision are just 2.3%. But that nearly doubles the 1.

by: Reuters

USDA probationary staff fired at two research agencies, sources say

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has fired probationary staff at two U.S. Department of Agriculture research agencies, two sources familiar with the situation said on Friday.

by: Forbes

What Science Fiction Got Right About AI And What We Can Learn From It

Three startlingly relevant science fiction stories predict today's most pressing questions about AI's role in life and work.

by: Slate

The Love Affair Between Tech Bros and MAGA Is Already Starting to Turn Ugly

The racist posts from Musk's DOGE staffer show a widening gap in the GOP between its base and its wealthy technocratic elite.

by: KDRV

Oregon senators join effort to support NIH funding for Oregon institutions

After the Senate passed the vote to appoint Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the Secretary of Health and Human Servies, Oregon U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden joined an

by: Firstpost

Is the PhD dream dying? Why fewer students are enrolling in doctoral programmes

PhD enrolments are declining globally as financial hardships, limited job prospects, and shifting perceptions of academia deter students. Australia, Japan, Brazil, the UK, and India are witnessing a drop,

by: WFMJ

Partnership designed to increase STEM learning opportunity in the Valley

A group formed to increase opportunities for Valley children to learn science, technology, engineering and math has joined a bigger, worldwide team with similar goals.

by: Indiatimes

Scientists discover hidden 'ice quakes' deep inside Greenland's ice streams for the first time

Scientists discovered thousands of ice quakes beneath Greenland's Ice Sheet, changing our understanding of ice movements and global climate. These qua

by: Newsday

Trump's DEI crackdown: What could it mean for LI colleges and universities?

Local higher education officials say they are monitoring the situation, and they remain hopeful that funding for diversity initiatives will not be cut.

by: Techopedia

AI Bug Bounties Arrive! Do You Have the Skills Needed to Earn Payouts?

by: MSN

Deloitte offers free data analytics internship for students: Here's what you get to learn, steps to apply and more

Deloitte offers a free, virtual Data Analytics Internship for students aspiring to pursue careers in data sciences. The internship provides practical experience in data analysis, visualisation, forensic technology,

by: MSN

Mush Social Acquires Pubbles To Expand Its Digital Presence

KSA-based social media platform Mush Social has acquired Pubbles, a fellow Saudi social media application. The move will expand Mush Social's user base and strengthen its digital presence. Founded by Abdulhadi Alasmi in 2022,

by: Zawya

Final Day of DeepFest 2025 explored future of AI: From foundation models to fashion, science to sports

President of IBM discussed need for 'transparent, explainable AI' and called for regulation of applications not algorithms

by: Zawya

Ooredoo Kuwait celebrates Kuwaiti women in science on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Ooredoo Kuwait, a leader in technology and telecommunications, reaffirms its commitment to supporting and empowering Kuwaiti women. This initiative aligns with the company's diversity and equality policies and underscores the significant contributions of Kuwaiti women scientists and researchers.
Thu, February 13, 2025

by: wjactv

New partnership aims to train first responders & healthcare students in Centre County

WJAC provides news, weather and sports information for Johnstown, Altoona, State College and DuBois, Pennsylvania. Our coverage area includes Bedford, Everett, Somerset, Meyersdale, Ebensburg, Windber,

by: manilatimes

Matinas BioPharma Announces Agreement for the Acquisition of Preferred Stock and Appointment of Dr. Robin L. Smith to the Board of Directors

The funds will be used for general corporate purposes, with a focus on reducing operating expenses and exploring strategic alternatives for MAT2203, the Company's Phase 3-ready antifungal drug candidate for the treatment of invasive fungal infections, as well as other strategic alternatives for the Company.

by: Hoodline

Quantum Summer School at Purdue University Welcomes Future Pioneers for 2025 Session

Registration for the 2025 Quantum Summer School at Purdue University, organized by QSC and ORNL, is now open until Feb. 28.

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Trump prepares to change US CHIPS Act conditions, sources say

The White House is seeking to renegotiate U.S. CHIPS and Science Act awards and has signaled delays to some upcoming semiconductor disbursements, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

by: NextBigFuture

US Aircraft Carrier Collided With Merchant Ship Yesterday

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) collided with the bulk carrier Besiktas-M off the coast of Egypt yesterday.

by: Forbes

Homeschoolers Thrive In MIT Summer Internship Program

The MIT Homeschool Internship Program for Science and Technology (HIP-SAT) is an eight-week, paid, on-campus summer internship for homeschoolers.

by: TechSpot

Breakthrough brings fiber optics to quantum computing, improving efficiency and reducing heat generation

Quantum computers run at temperatures just a hair above absolute zero. And keeping them humming along at these temps requires massive, multi-million dollar cooling systems known

by: news10nbc

Google hub in Poland to develop AI use in energy and cybersecurity sectors

Google and Poland on Thursday signed a memorandum for developing the use of artificial intelligence in the country's energy, cybersecurity and other sectors.

by: Nature

Are PhDs losing their lustre? Why fewer students are enrolling in doctoral degrees

High living costs paired with stagnant stipends are being blamed for a drop in PhD enrolments in several countries.

by: Forbes

How Latent Labs Plans To Create Medicines From Scratch With AI

Latent Labs has raised $50 million of new funding as it commercialises its GenAI technology for designing new proteins for drug discovery and development

by: Yahoo

How Tennessee could be the 'first mover' in a US nuclear revival with $92.6M from Gov. Lee

The proposed state budget includes $50 million for small modular reactors in Tennessee built "like they're the Model T Ford."

by: Malaysiakini

Mosti eyes 5k new jobs in aerospace industry with new law

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang today said enforcement of the Malaysia Space Board Act 2022 effective Jan 1 this year is expected to create up to 5,000 high-value jobs in the aerospace industry by the year 2030.

by: MSN

Andhra Pradesh is planning 'Work From Home' in a big way, especially for women: CM Chandrababu Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said that the state government is planning 'Work From Home' in a big way, especially for women. In a post on X, he said, "Andhra Pradesh is planning "Work From Home" in a big way,

by: MSN

Win a chance to see a SpaceX rocket launch thanks to Bethesda, creators of 'Starfield'

Xbox and Bethesda have teamed up with Lonestar to send one 'Starfield' fan to Florida to witness the launch of a historic space mission to the Moon.
Wed, February 12, 2025

by: Yahoo

Trump administration declares 'most powerful' AI chips will be built in America

The U.S. Vice President spoke at the international Paris AI Summit in front of world leaders and laid down the Trump administration's plan for AI technology in the U.S.

by: Moneyweb

Is South Africa assisting Iran on the nuclear front?

Concern that Iran is developing nuclear weapons led to UN sanctions. South Africa supported Iran's position that it has the right to develop its nuclear capability for peaceful purposes, and in 2012, it was the only nation that actively opposed sanctions against Iran in the UN's Security Council.

by: QNS

AM Nily Rozic secures funding to create new STEM lab at P.S. 173 in Fresh Meadows

Assembly Member Nily Rozic has announced a $480,000 state grant for P.S. 173 in Fresh Meadows to fund the creation of a state-of-the-art science lab.

by: NextBigFuture

8th Out of 34618 In Public Metaculus Predictions

I have made several thousand public predictions at Metaculus. I , Brian Wang, ranked 8th in Baseline Accuracy out of 34617 forecasters. This is a 99.98

by: HotHardware

Researchers Achieve Quantum Computing Breakthrough That Could Be Game-Changing

A group of Austrian scientists have made a significant advancement in the construction of quantum computers that could reduce costs considerably.

by: boston25news

Computer science has gone mainstream in US education, yet young women are still underrepresented in Massachusetts

ScholarshipInstitute.org analyzed Code.org's 2024 State of Computer Science Education report to look at computer science offerings in Massachusetts and why the gender gap persists.

by: MSN

Prime Point Institute: Shaping Future-Ready Tech Professionals

Prime Point Institute in Pune is rapidly emerging as a hub for industry-ready talent, offering cutting-edge courses in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analytics, and Full Stack Development and that's just the beginning.

by: Gizmodo

Russia Claims New Plasma-Based Engine Could Cut Mars Travel to Just 30 Days

Engineers developed an engine prototype which could reach unprecedented speeds, cutting down interplanetary travel time.

by: lse

LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman appointed Visiting Senior Fellow at LSE

The role will see Mr Hoffman interact with LSE students and faculty and participate in events including discussions and workshops during his visits to London.

by: manilatimes

NextNav Names Renee Gregory as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs

"Renee's appointment as NextNav's Vice President of Regulatory Affairs will help the company deliver on its long-term mission to solve a pressing national security need," said NextNav Chief Executive Officer Mariam Sorond.

Mission Gaganyaan 2025: Why are Indian scientists sending 20 fruit flies to space?

India's Gaganyaan mission will send Indian astronauts to space with 20 fruit flies due to their 77% gene similarity to humans. This experiment, involving UAS-Dharwad and IIST Thiruvananthapuram, aims to understand kidney stone formation in microgravity,

The article from MSN discusses India's ambitious space mission, Gaganyaan, set for 2025, which aims to send humans into space. As part of this mission, Indian scientists are planning to send 20 fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) into space to study the effects of microgravity on biological organisms. Fruit flies are chosen due to their well-understood genetics and short life cycle, making them ideal for experiments on genetic changes, radiation effects, and adaptation to space conditions. This experiment will help in understanding how space travel might affect human physiology, particularly in terms of muscle and bone density loss, immune system changes, and other health issues astronauts might face. The data collected could be crucial for ensuring the safety and health of astronauts on long-duration space missions.

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https://www.msn.com/en-in/science/biology/mission-gaganyaan-2025-why-are-indian-scientists-sending-20-fruit-flies-to-space/ar-AA1z1nH6