• Tue, March 4, 2025

by: NextBigFuture

SpaceX Satellites Will N Have a Space Junk Catastrophe Problem

Many space people are worried about a space junk catastrophe called the Kessler Syndrome. Lower orbits reduce the risk of the Kessler syndrome. Here are considerations of fuel needs and aerodynamic factors,

by: SYFY

Meet the Woolly Mouse, on the Road to a Woolly Mammoth Rebirth

Twenty years later and the bioengineering company Colossal Biosciences has set its sights on resurrecting the legendary woolly mammoth. But before that, they've delivered the most adorable laboratory creation in history or prehistory: the woolly mouse.

by: Yen

Dr Adomako Emmanuel: University of Ghana lecturer passes away, students mourn him

A Ghanaian lecturer has passed away. The sad news has broken the hearts of many of his students and his colleague lecturers. The news was announced on X.

by: Reuters

China aims to increase support for AI, science and tech innovation

BEIJING/SHANGHAI - China said on March 5 that it would boost support for the application of artificial intelligence (AI) models and the development of venture capital investment, in a bid to foster more technology breakthroughs and become more self-reliant.

by: MSN

How heat from the sun plays a role in seismic activity on Earth

Tectonic plates move, causing strain energy to build up, and that energy eventually releases in the form of an earthquake. As for forecasting them, however, there's still much to learn in order to evacuate cities before catastrophes like the 2011 magnitude 9.

by: MyJoyOnline

Rethinking AI, plagiarism, and academic integrity - A call for innovation in education

When such significant resources are poured into harnessing AI for national defense, it raises a powerful question: Why should we restrict AI's role in academia to a narrow definition of "plagiarism" when its potential extends to enhancing innovation and learning?

by: Reuters

Exclusive: China to publish policy to boost RISC-V chip use nationwide - sources

China plans to issue guidance to encourage the use of open-source RISC-V chips nationwide for the first time, two sources briefed on the matter said, as Beijing accelerates efforts to curb the country's dependence on Western-owned technology.

by: MSN

China keeps its economic growth target at 'around 5%' despite a looming trade war

China is keeping its economic growth target at "around 5%" for 2025 despite a looming trade war with the United States and other headwinds. The target for GDP growth was announced Wednesday in a report being presented by Premier Li Qiang at the opening session of the National People's Congress,

by: Reuters

China says it will increase support for AI, science and tech innovation

China said on Wednesday it would boost support for the application of artificial intelligence (AI) models and the development of venture capital investment, in a bid to foster more technology breakthroughs and become more self-reliant.

by: MSN

Experts unpack the scientific realities of sending humans to Mars

Experts weigh in on whether President Donald Trump's lofty goal of sending humans to Mars and back is feasible during his second term.

by: MSN

Tesla Science Center recovering after devastating fire

The New York parks department awarded the Tesla Science Center a $500,000 grant to support the laboratory's post-fire restoration efforts.

by: MSN

From the lab to the stage, this Toledo student's skills are far-reaching

Liam Close is a Junior at Toledo Technology Academy. While he studies alternative energy, he uses the stage as a creative outlet.
  • Wed, March 5, 2025

by: CNN

China defies Trump's trade war by setting ambitious 5% growth target, vows to 'prevail over any difficulty'

Beijing/Hong Kong (CNN) — China has set an ambitious target of "around 5%" growth for 2025, in a defiant show of confidence as it braces for the fallout from escalating American tariffs on its export-driven economy.

by: BBC

Artists concerned by planned change to AI laws

The government has proposed law changes which would allow AI developers to be able to use creators' content on the internet to help develop their models, unless the rights holders elected to "opt out". The Devon Artist Network said it was "very worried" about the proposals and Devon illustrator Sarah McIntyre said it would be "disastrous" for her.

by: Indiatimes

NASA alert! 460-foot asteroid approaching Earth today at 17,583mph | Check time and distance

A massive asteroid, 535844 (2015 BY310), measuring roughly 460 feet in diameter, is set to pass Earth on March 5, 2025. Traveling at 17,583 miles per

by: Axios

Turing Award honors AI's reinforcement learning duo

This year's Turing Award — often called the Nobel Prize of computer science — is going to Andrew Barto and Richard Sutton, the pioneers of a key approach that underlies much of today's artificial intelligence.

by: Digit

Samsung One UI 7 Update Release: When Will Galaxy S24, S23, S22 And S21 Series Get The Update?

Samsung's One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, brings smoother animations and AI tools. Here's the expected release timeline for Galaxy S24, S23, S22, and S21 series smartphones., Technology & Scienc

by: IFLScience

Chinese Quantum Computer Prototype Is Million Billion Times Faster Than Best Supercomputer

If the numbers are confirmed, it means that Zuchongzhi-3 is 2 million billion times faster at RCS than Frontier and about 1 million times faster than Google's Sycamore. This new chip doesn't appear to be faster than Google's Willow; based on a press release from the Mountain View company, Willow is 10 billion times faster than Zuchongzhi-3.

by: TechCrunch

Experts don't think AI is ready to be a 'co-scientist'

Companies like Google say AI can accelerate scientific research. Many experts don't believe that's true, necessarily.

by: MassLive

Retired UMass professor awarded 'Nobel Prize of computing' for AI technology

The Turing Award, sometimes referred to as the "Nobel Prize of computing" was given to a University of Massachusetts Amherst computer scientist and his former graduate student.

by: Hoodline

MIT Whiz Kid Revolutionizes Drug Delivery, Louis DeRidder's Trailblazing Tech Targets Chemo Woes in Harvard Partnership

Louis DeRidder is innovating drug delivery technology through projects like CLAUDIA, aiming to personalize chemotherapy dosing.

by: Reuters

Tools made from elephant and hippo bones show ingenuity of human ancestors

An assemblage of tools found in Tanzania that was fashioned about 1.5 million years ago from the limb bones of elephants and hippos reveals what scientists are calling a technological breakthrough for the human evolutionary lineage - systematic production of implements made from a material other than stone.

by: Yahoo

Astronaut and MA native Suni Williams will return from ISS next week. What to know

Two astronauts who have been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) since June, 2024 are scheduled to return to Earth next week. Massachusetts native Sunita L. Williams and Butch Wilmore of Tennessee have been stuck on the ISS due to problems with their spacecraft,

by: timesnownews

Oppo Integrates Google's Gemini AI Into Apps, Announces New AI Features At MWC 2025

Oppo unveils Gemini AI integration, a Private Computing Cloud for secure AI processing, and new AI features like real-time call translation and voice summarisation at MWC 2025., Technology & Science N

by: Reuters

China prioritises consumer spending ahead of technology as economic worries weigh

Spurring reluctant Chinese consumers to spend has been elevated to the top of Beijing's to-do list for 2025, leap-frogging technology and industrial production, as lawmakers look to rectify imbalances in the world's second-largest economy.

by: Forbes

GenAI's "Exoskeleton" Will Spark A New Era Of Productivity And Talent Growth

Workers need to see GenAI as a tool that allows them to tackle tasks that are beyond their current capabilities and free up time to use their distinctively human skills.

by: timesnownews

Strong Solar Storm May Bring Vibrant Auroras Tonight: When And Where To Watch In Your City

A strong solar storm, triggered by a March 1 CME, could bring vibrant northern lights visible as far south as New York and Idaho, peaking March 5., Science News - Times Now

by: timesnownews

Assassin's Creed Shadows Release Date, Requirements For Mac, PC And PS5, Gameplay, Price And More

Uncover the secrets of Assassin's Creed Shadows: release date, platform requirements, gameplay details, and everything you need to know., Gaming News - Times Now

by: MSN

Open-source software that models soft materials expands engineering solutions

When mechanical and structural engineers design machines, bridges, and buildings, they calculate loads, stresses, and deformation of metal, steel, concrete, glass, wood, and plastic to find the optimal geometry that bears loads with the minimum cost of material.

by: MSN

A Fascinating Look at the Composition of Saturn's Rings

In a fascinating clip from the Science Channel show "How the Universe Works", scientists explain the composition of Saturn's rings.

by: MSN

Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. (KD): Empowering Global Communities with AI and Cybersecurity Initiatives

We recently published a list of 9 Trending AI News Updates Driving US Markets. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:KD) stands against other trending AI news updates driving US markets.

by: MSN

I Bought SATISFYING Viral TikTok Science Products!

This Cowboy Stir Fry is a hearty, flavor-packed twist on a classic dish, combining savory meats, fresh veggies, and bold seasonings for the ultimate skillet meal. Whether you're cooking over an open flame or on a stovetop, this dish is easy, satisfying, and packed with Western-inspired flavors.

by: MSN

'High agency': What the science says about the latest tech buzzword

In 218 BC, the Carthaginian general Hannibal crossed the Alps against the advice of his men, who claimed it was impossible. "Aut inveniam viam, aut faciam," Hannibal is said to have replied: "I shall either find a way,

by: MSN

The Hidden Science Behind TikTok's Facial Harmony Trend

Neuroscientist Dustin Hines told Newsweek that symmetrical faces activate reward areas in the brain and release dopamine.

by: MSN

World Engineering Day: Academia impress upon sustainability as tool for achieving better solutions

Academic scholars in the engineering space have underscored the need for technocrats to strive for sustainability as a value to achieve better solutions for the future.Professor Kwaku Amaning Adjei, Dean,

by: MSN

Can surface fractures on Earth, Mars, and Europa predict habitability on other planets?

When a mudflat crumbles on Earth, or an ice sheet splinters on one of Jupiter's moons (Europa), or an ancient lakebed breaks on Mars, do these fractures follow a hidden geometric script? Could similar patterns on another planet hint that water once existed there—and possibly sustained life?

by: MSN

Firefly shares video of Blue Ghost's nail-biting descent to the lunar surface

by: MSN

Businesses urged to tap into science and technology talent

Growth-hungry North West businesses can benefit from an opportunity to access fresh ideas and technical skills by working with talented and enthusiastic science and technology students.

by: MSN

Touch down on the moon with private Blue Ghost lander in this amazing video

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost spacecraft chronicled its moon landing on Sunday morning (March 2), capturing stunning footage of its landmark descent.

by: MSN

AI pioneers who channeled 'hedonistic' machines win computer science's top prize

Teaching machines in the way that animal trainers mold the behavior of dogs or horses has been an important method for developing artificial intelligence and one that was recognized Wednesday with the top computer science award.

by: MSN

Mercury, Liquid Air & Physics Experiments: Science & Engineering Demonstrations

This film demonstrates various scientific experiments using liquid air and other materials to showcase their properties and applications. It illustrates how liquid air can contract metals for assembly without damaging them,

by: MSN

Q4 Rundown: Integral Ad Science (NASDAQ:IAS) Vs Other Advertising Software Stocks

As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here's a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q4. Today, we are looking at advertising software stocks, starting with Integral Ad Science (NASDAQ:IAS).

by: MSN

Sarasota's Climate Adaptation Center founder: Too soon to judge impact of NOAA cuts

CAC founder Bob Bunting stressed that much of NOAA is composed of a sophisticated, trained workforce that can't be easily replaced

by: MSN

GATE 2025 Results To Be Announced On March 19 At gate2025.iitr.ac.in; Check Cutoff & Scorecard Details Here

Result: On March 19, 2025, the Indian Institute of Roorkee will make the GATE 2025 results and cutoff scores public. The official GATE question paper and answer key are now available. The official website,

by: MSN

Meghalaya's HITO seeks action against Himanta Biswa Sarma over USTM allegations

Meghalaya's pressure group Hynñiewtrep Integrated Territorial Organization (HITO) has requested action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, following his serious allegations against the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM).

by: MSN

Master Data Science and Generative AI: Elevate Your Career with E&ICT Academy, IIT Guwahati's Cutting-Edge Programme

IIT Guwahati and Emeritus offer an Advanced Certification in Data Science, Business Analytics, and Generative AI, equipping professionals with in-demand skills.

by: MSN

Building a Stanford Torus: Our Space Future

"An epic exploration of possibilities. What If is a Webby Award-winning science web series that takes you on a journey through hypothetical worlds and possibilities, some in distant corners of the universe,

by: MSN

China sticks to economic growth target of 'around 5%' despite a looming trade war

The Chinese government unveiled an annual economic growth target of "around 5%" on Wednesday, despite the possible negative impact of a looming trade war with the United States, and pledged to address what it called "inadequate" consumer spending at home.

SpaceX Satellites Will N Have a Space Junk Catastrophe Problem

Many space people are worried about a space junk catastrophe called the Kessler Syndrome. Lower orbits reduce the risk of the Kessler syndrome. Here are considerations of fuel needs and aerodynamic factors,
The article from NextBigFuture discusses the potential space junk catastrophe problem related to SpaceX's satellite operations. It highlights that while SpaceX has launched thousands of Starlink satellites to provide global internet coverage, there is growing concern about the sustainability of such large constellations in low Earth orbit (LEO). The article mentions that the sheer number of satellites increases the risk of collisions, which could lead to a cascade of debris known as Kessler Syndrome, where space debris from collisions could trigger more collisions, exponentially increasing the amount of debris. SpaceX is attempting to mitigate these risks through various strategies like satellite deorbiting, designing satellites to minimize debris creation, and improving tracking and collision avoidance systems. However, the article points out that despite these efforts, the rapid pace of satellite deployment might still outstrip current mitigation technologies, potentially leading to significant issues with space traffic management and environmental sustainability in space.

Read the Full NextBigFuture Article at:
https://www.nextbigfuture.com/2025/03/spacex-satellites-will-n-have-a-space-junk-catastrophe-problem.html