• Thu, February 20, 2025

by: AZoCleantech

New Method for More Efficient Methanol Productions

OSU's dual-site electrocatalyst significantly boosts methanol production from CO2, showcasing advancements in green energy technologies and emissions reduction.

by: Zawya

AUS partners with UT Dallas to launch accelerated 4+1 engineering program

The program allows AUS engineering students to pursue master's degrees in electrical and computer engineering and apply for scholarships.

by: digitalcameraworld

Leica revives a legend: The new Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 Classic has arrived

The Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 is now available worldwide through Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store, and at authorized specialist retailers. The recommended retail price is $3,895 / £3,310 (Australian pricing to be confirmed).

by: Forbes

The Necessity For A Multi-Stratum Approach To Quantum Computation

It's necessary to explore multiple computational strata—including those yet to be discovered—that will underpin the creation of diverse quantum technologies.

by: Nature

Trump's siege of science: how the first 30 days unfolded and what's next

The overhaul of US science kicked off within hours of Trump's inauguration on 20 January, when he signed dozens of executive orders, which are presidential directives on how the government should operate inside existing laws.

by: GeekWire

Researchers led by University of Washington Nobel winner achieve a scientific breakthrough

A team from the University of Washington led by Nobel laureate David Baker is using artificial intelligence to design effective enzymes from scratch — an accomplishment the researchers call "one of science's grand challenges.

by: techUK

Institutions of Innovation: Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

'Institutions of Innovation' is a series of monthly interviews with the institutions driving the UK's innovation policy. Each contribution gradually pieces together the UK's innovation landscape; setting out the key actors, what they do, where they sit and how industry can engage, including through techUK.

by: manilatimes

Roche unveils a new class of next-generation sequencing with its novel sequencing by expansion technology

Roche's innovative sequencing by expansion (SBX) technology represents a leap forward in next-generation sequencing (NGS), which is playing a vital role in decoding complex diseases like cancer, immune disorders and neurodegenerative conditions

by: Politico

'You screwed people': Inside the National Science Foundation's firing of 168 workers

At an emotional meeting, foundation officials announced layoffs for about 10 percent of their workforce and warned of more firings to come.

by: Yahoo

Mechatronics Meltdown: BBCC event highlights technology with fun

Fans of the future will want to be at Big Bend Community College Saturday for Mechatronics Meltdown. "A lot of people don't know that we actually have robots here at Big Bend," said Mechatronics Club advisor Justin Henley.

by: Wired

The Odds of a City-Killing Asteroid Hitting Earth Keep Rising

The likelihood of 2024 YR4 colliding with the our planet in 2032 have ticked up to over 3 percent. Is it time to start worrying?

by: BBC

Will quantum computers disrupt critical infrastructure?

This means quantum systems offer the possibility of solving key problems that are beyond classical computers, is areas such as medical research and materials science, or cracking particularly complex mathematical problems.

by: Reuters

Trump Pulls US Out Of Key Global Climate Assessment: Report

The Trump administration has halted the participation of US scientists in key UN climate change assessments, two sources familiar with the situation told Reuters.

by: SignalSCV

Ethics in AI: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities

The rise of modern artificial intelligence has paved the way for many industries. It can aid businesses in finance, doctors and nurses in healthcare, technicians in automotive industries, and those

by: MSN

Digital dilemma: Are cash apps like Venmo, Zelle worth having?

Cash apps are easy to use, but are they worth the risk? FOX6 News spoke with experts say while there is some value in cash apps, users must be wary of pitfalls. Users should be aware of transaction or processing fees that could cost more money than expected.

by: NextBigFuture

How Fertilizer and Food Could Become Cheaper Again

Russia and Ukraine punched above their weight in the fertilizer market, especially for nitrogen and potash, because of their resource advantages and

by: Investopedia

Quantum Computing Stocks Waver After Microsoft Quantum Chip Rally

Shares of quantum computing companies wavered on Thursday after jumping yesterday on renewed investor interest in the nascent technology.

by: MSN

National Science Foundation staff axed by Trump fear for US scientific future

Probation extended, tenure revoked, a scramble to merge research portfolios, and more Feature With the National Science Foundation cutting staff to comply with President Trump's order for sweeping federal government layoffs,

by: NextBigFuture

Microsoft Majorana 1 Chip Has 8 Qubits Right Now with a Roadmap to 1 Million Raw Qubits

Microsoft team behind the recent breakthrough in physics and quantum computing demonstrated by the new Majorana 1 chip, engineered from an entirely new

by: manilatimes

FIRST AND ONLY TREATMENT FOR CHRONIC HYPOPARATHYROIDISM APPROVED IN AUSTRALIA

YORVIPATH® (palopegteriparatide) is now registered by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) for the treatment of chronic hypoparathyroidism in adults1 First-in-class novel PTH replacement therapy Australia becomes the first country to obtain Marketing Authorisation for YORVIPATH since FDA approval SINGAPORE,

by: Wired

Google Ad-Tech Users Can Target National Security 'Decision Makers' and People With Chronic Diseases

Google enables marketers to target people with serious illnesses and crushing debt—against its policies—as well as the makers of classified defense technology, a WIRED investigation has found.

by: Forbes

Solving The Alternative Meat Challenge: Why Mushrooms Could Transform The Industry

We are still in the early days of the meat alternative industry, and as it evolves, using mushrooms could reshape how we think about food and health.

by: Zawya

International Workshop on Advanced Materials 2025 concludes with student engagement, industry visits in RAK

The 16th edition of the scientific conference wraps up following a program of intelligent discussion, as well as engagement with Ras Al Khaimah school and university students and companies

by: Yahoo

Material World: Otherworldly Opportunities for Innovation

Columbia Sportswear will outfit another lunar lander with patented thermal tech while researchers in the UK developed a thermoreversible adhesive.

by: manilatimes

BrightSparks Scholarship & Higher Education Fair 2025 Sees Significant Growth in Attendance, Surpassing Previous Year's Numbers

The BrightSparks Scholarship & Higher Education Fair 2025 attracted 1,108 attendees, nearly doubling last year's edition. Aligned with this year's theme, 'Be YOU,' the fair inspired students to take charge of their future by discovering scholarships and higher education opportunities that match their passions and ambitions.

by: Forbes

Meet The Billionaire CEO Trying To Resurrect The Woolly Mammoth

Colossal Biosciences cofounder and CEO Ben Lamm is worth $3.7 billion following the company's recent fundraise at an eye-popping $10.2 billion valuation. But it has yet to be paid for reviving extinct animals or saving endangered ones.

by: MSN

Mote Marine Laboratory sees a 70% kill rate during mitigation field testing

Two products developed by the Florida Red Tide Mitigation and Technology Development Initiative called Clear and Xtreme were launched by Mote Marine Laboratory. The products produced a 70% kill rate of the red tide in two Venice canals,

by: MSN

Silicon nitride-based electromagnetic metamaterial with industrial potential developed

Electromagnetic metamaterials with negative physical parameters such as negative dielectric constant and negative magnetic permeability have attracted widespread attention in the academic community. In 2010,

by: MSN

Topological quantum processor uses Majorana zero modes for fault-tolerant computing

In a leap forward for quantum computing, a Microsoft team led by UC Santa Barbara physicists on Wednesday unveiled an eight-qubit topological quantum processor, the first of its kind. The chip, built as a proof-of-concept for the scientists' design,

by: MSN

Transforming the future of data with graph databases

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

Sodium-ion batteries face greater safety hazards due to sodium clusters, study finds

A new study led by the Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has identified significant safety risks in sodium-ion batteries (SIBs), especially compared to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs).

by: MSN

MIT professor tracking asteroid 2024 YR4 that could collide with Earth in a few years

Dr. Richard Binzel is a leading astronomer and professor at MIT. Binzel and his team have been following asteroid 2024 YR4 for months. It was first identified by NASA late last ye

by: MSN

Jack the Ripper and the case of the missing DNA evidence

In Feedback's true crime exclusive, we look into calls for a fresh inquest into the murder of Catherine Eddowes in the 19th century - and discover that a rather crucial part of the puzzle may be missi

by: MSN

North East 5GIR Showcase Highlights Innovation and Collaboration

The North East's pioneering role in advanced wireless innovation took centre stage at the 5G Innovation Regions (5GIR) Showcase. Bringing together industry leaders, government representatives and technology innovators,

by: MSN

The World Reputation Rankings released, IIT Bombay out of the list, ranking of these universities also fell

Four institutions and universities of India have got a place in THE World Reputation Rankings 2025. But this time the ranking of these institutions has also fallen. At the same time, IIT Bombay has been out of the race.
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by: cnbctv18

India expands scope of key critical mineral classification to boost high-tech applications

The Ministry of Mines has classified barytes, felspar, mica, and quartz as major minerals, extending leases by 50 years. This allows for extraction aimed at critical minerals essential for technology,

by: Zawya

"AI in Action" Career Day Inaugural AI-Focused Recruitment Drive 1,000+ Tech Roles to Attract Top Talent and Address Industry Demands

by: Zawya

The British University in Dubai and the American Society for Engineering Management sign a Memorandum of Understanding

by: NextBigFuture

A Debt Spiral and US Financial Collapse in the 2030s

If DOGE fails to cut US deficit then what is potential timeline for a U.S. economic collapse similar to the Soviet Union's (USSR), given a current national

by: Zawya

Science, Technology and Innovation on presentation of South Africa's National Astro-Tourism Strategy to Parliament

by: MSN

Indian AI scientist and music producer making waves internationally with his single 'I Don't Think (Infinity Wave)'

Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India. Get all the trending City News, India News, Business News, and Sports News. For Entertainment News, TV News, and Lifestyle Tips, visit Etimes.

by: MSN

Specialized Software Drives Advances in Alloy Development

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

Best Laptops for Data Science and Machine Learning Students: A Buying Guide

AI (Artificial Intelligence) has become an even bigger buzzword, driving a wave of new laptops marketed with AI-focused features. For students of data science and machine learning, though, it's crucial to select a laptop that actually meets your hardware needs for two main tasks - Data Analytics and Fine-Tuning an LLM.

by: MSN

S. Korea joins global race for low-Earth orbit satellite communications

The global competition for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications, next-generation network technology, is heating up among companies worldwide. These satellies orbit at altitudes of 500 to 2,000 kilometers,

by: MSN

Sree Chitra unveils super-specialty facility in Thiruvananthapuram, building may get new name

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) has inaugurated a new 170-bed Super-Specialty facility, which is expected to reduce the waiting period for patients looking for advanced treatment on diseases affecting heart and brain.

by: MSN

Father's playful note on son's college admission deal leaves internet in splits

Many students aspire to secure a seat in prestigious institutions like IITs (Indian Institute of Technology), NIT (National Institute of Technology), IIITs (Indian Institute of Information Technology),

by: MSN

North Dum Dum researcher found dead in Saudi Arabia

Joydeep Chowdhury, a young researcher from Nimta, North Dum Dum, was found dead in his hostel at King Abdullah University in Saudi Arabia. His grieving parents request intervention from the Bengal government for a thorough investigation and expedited repatriation of Joydeep's body.

by: MSN

Electric smelting furnace technology, hydrogen fuel alternatives for blast furnaces: Experts

India, like other nations, must gradually phase out blast furnaces to achieve its goal of net-zero emissions, paving the way for green steel production.

International Workshop on Advanced Materials 2025 concludes with student engagement, industry visits in RAK

The 16th edition of the scientific conference wraps up following a program of intelligent discussion, as well as engagement with Ras Al Khaimah school and university students and companies
The International Workshop on Advanced Materials (IWAM) 2025, held in Ras Al Khaimah, concluded with significant student engagement and industry visits. Organized by the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) in collaboration with the University of Sharjah and the University of Central Florida, the event featured a range of activities including keynote speeches, technical sessions, and poster presentations. Over 100 participants from various countries attended, focusing on the latest advancements in materials science. The workshop not only provided a platform for academic exchange but also included visits to local industries like RAK Ceramics and Stevin Rock, offering students practical insights into the application of advanced materials in real-world settings. The event was highlighted by the participation of high-profile researchers and industry experts, fostering a rich environment for networking and knowledge sharing.

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