• Monday, February 17, 2025

by: gna

KNUST Scientists develop high-precision material testing machine

Researchers at the Mechanical Engineering Department of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi,

by: bleedingcool

Challengers Of The Unknown #3 Preview: Future's Shady Science Swap

Check out Challengers Of The Unknown #3, where The Atom and Prof Haley meet a mysterious being from the future offering scientific secrets in exchange for classified info.

by: WAMC

He once made food for astronauts. Will his new idea survive Trump's funding freeze?

by: STAT

At premier science gathering, 'anger, uncertainty, and anxiety' about the future of research under Trump

It was an ambitious theme for a premier science conference: Organizers of the American Association for the Advancement of Science annual meeting pledged "to celebrate and strengthen the projects and collaborations among science,

by: Astronomy

DOGE personnel conducting spending review at NASA

Acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro says the Department of Government Efficiency will review the space agency's payments.

by: lex18

Young girls explore careers in STEAM at Columbia Gas

It may have been a day off school, but the learning didn't stop for a group of young girls in Lexington. They spent the day at Columbia Gas learning about careers in STEAM: science, technology, engineering,

by: wtvr

Foundation aims to inspire more girls to explore science, technology, and engineering

The NiSource Charitable Foundation hosted the event designed to inspire and engage girls in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

by: Indiatimes

Can snakes see in the dark? Here's what science has to say about their vision abilities

Snakes possess remarkable abilities to navigate darkness, with some species utilizing infrared vision through specialized pit organs. These heat-sensi

by: malaymail

In Dewan Rakyat today: Questions over satellite development, vehicle inspection industry

The National Remote Sensing Satellite Development Programme (PSPJN) and the motor vehicle inspection industry are among the focuses of today's

by: MSN

Obsidian Devs Detail Creation of Avowed's Companions

Game Rant speaks with several Obsidian Devs about the companions who will join Avowed players: Kai, Giatta, Yatzli, and Marius.

by: NextBigFuture

xAI Grok 3 is Order of Magnitude Better Than Grok 2

Grok was used in a Heinlein novel by a character who was on Mars. Grok means to fully understand something. xAI started with 8K GPUs and is now over 100K GPU chips. It took 122 days to install the 100K chips. It took 92 days to install another 100K chips to get to 200K chips.

by: MSN

New discovery reveals the birthplace of the wheel 6000 years ago

by: MSN

Scientists develop three design techniques for power-efficient and speedier wireless transmitter systems

Three innovative design techniques substantially enhance wireless transmitter performance and can boost power efficiency and elevate data rates concurrently, as reported by the researchers from Science Tokyo,

by: MSN

An Iowa college gets a $10 million gift from the estate trust of a famous alum

Among other things, a $10 million gift from a tech icon alumni will allow an Iowa school to establish an endowed computer science chair

by: MSN

MIT and Cambridge theater collaboration allows theater and science to mix

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Catalyst Collaborative, a relationship between Central Square Theater in Cambridge and MIT.

by: MSN

Expert says two ingredients 'have helped thousands' lower their cholesterol

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: MSN

US revises Taiwan policy, drops 'independence' reference on official website: How China reacted

US considers Taiwan a key ally but does not officially recognise it as a separate state from China, which views Taiwan as part of its territory and has pledged to reunify it, even by force if needed.

by: MSN

AI 'brain decoder' can read a person's thoughts with just a quick brain scan and almost no training

An improvement to an existing AI-based brain decoder can translate a person's thoughts into text without hours of training.

by: MSN

Watch drone, robot dog face off in futuristic-like pyrotechnics battle

Equipped with firework launchers, the flying drone and grounded robot dog are seen in footage firing at each other. Who won the battle?

by: MSN

China: Super-thin fiber carries 10,000+ times more data, views brain cells live

Scientists in China claim to have developed a new type of ultra-thin optical fiber that could improve brain imaging and boost high-speed communications. This fiber, which runs on an optical neural network,
  • Tuesday, February 18, 2025

by: malaymail

Science Ministry: Mysa's national remote sensing satellite development to start operations in 2028

The National Remote Sensing Satellite Development Programme (PSPJN) is expected to begin operations in 2028, said Minister of Science, Technology

by: cnbctv18

Grok 3 launch LIVE Updates: 'My mind is blown,' says Lex Fridman after trying Grok 3

At times I think Grok 3 is scary smart," Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and now close adviser to US President Donald Trump, said via video conference at the World Government Summit in Dubai on Thursday.

by: NTV

Medics express concerns over AI's role in healthcare and medical imaging

As experts in science and technology advocate for the embrace of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, medics have expressed concerns that it limits fair medical imaging, claiming that

by: CIO

Prioritizing AI investments: Balancing short-term gains with long-term vision

AI's impact demands attention. Start with data quality, then build platforms for machine learning and genAI. Agentic AI is coming, but you must offset shiny objects with practical innovation for long-term value.

by: Reuters

2025 U.S. Immigration Analysis: Shamayev Business Law Reveals Key Changes

by: Indiatimes

DRDO Internship 2025: How to apply for hands-on experience in Defence tech for engineering and science students

The DRDO internship program provides engineering and general sciences students with practical exposure to defense technology R&D. Interns contribute t

by: NDTV

IIT Courses That Do Not Require Scores Of Entrance Exams

Candidates willing to apply can visit the official websites of the respective institutes to check detailed information.

by: Forbes

New Global Survey Reveals Mixed Attitudes Toward Breakthrough Tech

How does the public feel about breakthrough technologies like AI, cell and gene therapy, cultivated meat, and new genomic techniques? 13,000 people weighed in worldwide.

by: Forbes

Scaling Hard Tech: Bridging The Gap Between Ideas And Impact

National labs excel at bringing together diverse stakeholders, such as academia, NGOs and industrial companies, to tackle complex challenges in collaboration.

by: Forbes

Newcomers To The Fintech 50 2025

The 18 companies making their debut on our tenth annual Fintech 50 list show that despite a slow funding market, entrepreneurs are continuing to innovate at a rapid pace.

by: Forbes

Derek Li And Squirrel Ai Aim To Lead The Future Of AI-Driven Education

Li likens the future role of teachers to that of an airline pilot, monitoring and guiding the process while AI handles the mechanics of lesson pacing and assessment

by: Forbes

Why The Science-Based Targets Initiative Are Turning To Carbon Removals

Businesses that fail to invest in carbon removals now will find themselves scrambling for limited, expensive solutions down the road.

by: MSN

The best sci-fi shows streaming right now

A list that also happens to include some of the best shows ever made, period. The post The best sci-fi shows streaming right now appeared first on The Manual.

by: MSN

Jharkhand unveils ambitious plans for education, science and innovation

by: MSN

AI could widen the wealth gap, experts say

If left unchecked, corporations driven by profit incentives may develop AI in ways that concentrate wealth and power at the top. However, Isenberg believes that if governments can

by: MSN

Why Few Women Pursue Science Careers and How to Fix the Gap

Women and girls in science are significant change agents, yet they remain underrepresented, underfunded, and undervalued in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Today, only one in three scientists is a woman.

by: MSN

New Tool to Verify Aussie Food Product Claims and Green Credentials

CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, has today launched an important new national resource of isotopic data - food's unique fingerprint - that can be used to help protect and further grow Australia's reputation for high-quality,

by: MSN

3D-printed 'hydrogels' could be future space radiation shields for astronaut trips to Mars

Spend a single day outside our planet's protective atmosphere and magnetic field, and you could be exposed to radiation levels equivalent to what you'd experience across a whole year back on Earth. It's a risk astronauts face,

by: MSN

New Bioadhesive Combats Bacteria and Bonds in Wet Environments

Engineers have developed a groundbreaking glue that fuses the properties of mucus and mussel plaques, paving the way for advanced biomedical adhesives.

by: MSN

DRDO offers internships for science & engineering students; details HERE

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is giving internships to students pursuing undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) degrees in engineering and general science. This initiative seeks to give students hands-on experience and exposure to cutting-edge defence technology research.

by: MSN

Information minister Nguyen Manh Hung named new technology minister

Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung has been named the new Minister of Science and Technology by the National Assembly on Tuesday.

by: MSN

Why Fire Retardant Car & Tech Batteries May Be Doing More Harm Than Good

Companies use flame-retardant enclosures on lithium-ion batteries to meet flammability standards, but are the chemicals used in these enclosures safe?

by: MSN

Earth's most expensive substance: Why antimatter costs Rs 5,366,910,000,000,000 for just one gram

In a world where even a chocolate bar can feel overpriced, nothing compares to the jaw-dropping cost of antimatter—the most expensive substance on Earth. Valued at a staggering ₹5,366,910,000,000,000 ($62 trillion or 49 trillion pounds) per gram,

by: MSN

Budget 2025 | South Africa's path to inclusive innovation

With limited resources and economic pressures mounting, the need to balance economic growth with social support for the vulnerable has never been more critical. One of the key areas that must be prioritised in the government's financial and policy commitments is Innovation for Inclusive Development (IID).

by: MSN

Oxfordshire education group wins award for use of AI to support learning

Activate Learning won gold for the Best Use of AI in Learning at the Learning and Performance Institute's Learning Awards on Thursday, February 13.

by: MSN

Port of Tyne welcomes female students to inspire future careers in STEM

The Port of Tyne hosted female students from Benfield School, Newcastle, as part of an initiative to encourage women in STEM careers.

by: MSN

Colossal Raises $200 Million to Bring Back the Dodo and Other Extinct Species

Texas-based genetic engineering company Colossal Biosciences has secured $200 million in Series C funding, bringing its total investment to $435 million. The company, co-founded by Ben Lamm and George Church,

by: MSN

Mohali: Research must create impact and aid farmers, says Vice-President

The event was attended by Priyank Bharti, Punjab's technology and environment secretary, professor Ashwani Pareek, executive director, BRIC-NABI, and Ekta Vishnoi, joint secretary, ministry of science and technology;

China: Super-thin fiber carries 10,000+ times more data, views brain cells live

Scientists in China claim to have developed a new type of ultra-thin optical fiber that could improve brain imaging and boost high-speed communications. This fiber, which runs on an optical neural network,

The article from MSN discusses a groundbreaking development in fiber optic technology by Chinese researchers, who have created an ultra-thin fiber capable of transmitting data at speeds 10,000 times faster than current standards. This fiber, with a diameter of just 50 nanometers, not only promises to revolutionize data transmission but also has applications in medical imaging, allowing for real-time, high-resolution views of brain cells. This innovation could significantly enhance internet speeds, support advanced medical diagnostics, and potentially lead to new treatments by providing clearer insights into cellular activities. The fiber's design also allows for minimal invasiveness in medical applications, reducing potential damage to tissues during procedures.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/china-super-thin-fiber-carries-10-000-times-more-data-views-brain-cells-live/ar-AA1zcK4K