Fri, March 21, 2025

by: BBC

The UN has declared 2025 as the year of glacier preservation. Here's how to visit one safely

With glaciers disappearing at an alarming rate, 2025 has been named the Year of International Glacier Preservation. Here's how and where to see one responsibly before it's too late.

by: Yahoo

Don't call me Chinese Frankenstein, says jailed scientist who tinkered with baby DNA

The Chinese scientist who was imprisoned for secretly creating the world's first genetically-engineered babies has claimed he will be remembered as China's Charles Darwin for ultimately eliminating natural selection.

by: Time

Seed Oils Don't Deserve Their Bad Reputation

Seeds oils are one of the most unhealthy ingredients we have in foods," he said in a Fox News interview late last year. Kennedy thinks federal regulators and companies should move swiftly to address this problem.

by: Colossal

'Little Beasts' Is a First-of-Its-Kind Museum Collaboration Reveling in Art and the Natural World

At the National Gallery of Art, 'Little Beasts' pairs nearly 75 artworks with around 60 objects from the National Museum of Natural History.

by: Politico

GOP plots a court crackdown

House Republicans don't have the votes to impeach federal judges, as President Donald Trump has demanded. So they're looking at other options.

by: CNET

The Procedure and Brain Chip From 'Severance' Might Not Be Far From Reality

Beneath the irrational visuals and dry humor, at its core, Severance is about identity. It asks whether we are better or worse for removing certain parts of our own consciousness, and it explores that idea through a brain-splitting procedure and chip.

by: Malaysiakini

Chang to defend PKR vice-president post at party polls

Chang, who is also the science, technology, and innovation minister, said the Pakatan Harapan component party needs leaders who are not just riding on success but have proven their commitment to the party's struggles. "I myself have experienced the...

by: RealClearPolitics

The Greatest Threat to Our Republic Will Always Come From Within

For most of the past six decades, the United States has been facing the threat of implosion from a growing federal budget deficit. Today, that threat is

by: SunLive

How supercritical geothermal could change energy

Scientists believed supercritical geothermal energy could be converted into a flow of electricity thereby boosting "the resilience of our electricity system", he said. At the hui, Jones planned to "outline the potential" of thel resource and share some "international learnings" including reasons why some projects had failed.

by: Digit

iOS 19 Update Coming In June: Release Date, Expected Features, Compatible iPhones And More

Apple's iOS 19 launches in June with a visionOS-inspired redesign, smarter Siri, Live Translate for AirPods, encrypted RCS messaging, and EU-driven changes. , Technology & Science News - Times Now

by: Crikey

Australia's universities and academics are under siege

Academic freedom is under threat from both the Trump administration and dogmatic efforts at self-censorship closer to home.
Thu, March 20, 2025

by: SciTechDaily

A Tiny Twist Sparks a Quantum Revolution in Superconductors

Scientists have discovered a revolutionary way to control superconductivity by twisting ultra-thin layers of a superconducting material. This method allows precise tuning of the superconducting gap, a crucial factor for making quantum devices more efficient.

by: Chosunbiz

KAIST students criticize Korean stipend program for discrimination against science fields

KAIST students criticize Korean stipend program for discrimination against science fields KAIST students express concerns over new stipend system favoring broader universities

by: Reuters

Nvidia to open quantum computing lab, CEO says

Nvidia will open a quantum computing research lab in Boston, where it plans to collaborate with scientists from Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, CEO Jensen Huang said on Thursday.

by: Insider

The 4 biggest announcements to come out of Nvidia's first quantum day at GTC

Nvidia hosted its first quantum computing day at GTC 2025, ushering major announcements from companies advancing the burgeoning technology.

by: NextBigFuture

Ark Invest Forecasts GDP Growth Could Increase to 7-10% Per Year with an AI and Technology Boom

During the current business cycle, Ark Invest believe real gross domestic product (GDP) growth could accelerate to 7% per year on average, surpassing that of

by: PennLive

Plan to replace popular Harrisburg high school principal roils community

The Harrisburg School District is looking for a new principal for its science and technology-focused high school to replace the popular longtime principal Sieta Achampong.

by: Movieguide

Will Hollywood Creatives' Letter to Trump Protect Copyrighted Works from AI?

Over 400 Hollywood celebrities and creatives have signed a petition urging President Donald Trump not to loosen AI copyright regulations.

by: Politico

This nonprofit wants to send your twin into space

Twins are the focus of the organization's primary effort — a proposed series of three missions to send stem cells from twins into space, along with astronauts who are one member of a twinned pair.

by: Edutopia

A Hands-On Approach to Interdisciplinary Learning

By integrating multiple subjects in a cohesive project, teachers can empower students to think flexibly and persist through challenges.

by: Newsweek

Spy Chief's Visit to Trump Shows Middle East Ally's Growing Power

The UAE is an ally in curbing Iran's influence, improving Arab relations with Israel and advancing technological cooperation

by: Time

Dr. Francis Collins Led the NIH. Now, He Fears for the Future of Science

D r. Francis Collins led the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), the world's largest funder of biomedical research, under three presidents—including Trump during his first term. He left that post in 2021 and retired from his career in government in March 2025.

by: Polygon

Assassin's Creed Shadows day-one patch seemingly addresses Japanese government concern over destructible shrines

As Assassin's Creed Shadows launches on Thursday, developer Ubisoft snuck in a last-minute patch that makes several adjustments to the games' temples and shrines. The update comes just a day after Japanese politician Hiroyuki Kada brought concerns to prime minister Shigeru Ishiba during a government meeting,

by: TechRadar

Oracle unveils multi-billion dollar investment in UK cloud and AI

Set to roll out over the next five years, Oracle's investment will look to meet the increasing demand for AI technology in the UK, expanding its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI

by: IFLScience

First World-Spanning Ultra-Secure Quantum Satellite Link Joins South Africa And China

Images have been securely transmitted by satellite using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) between ground stations in China and South Africa, a record-breaking distance of 12,900 kilometers (8,000 miles).

by: Londonist

Euston Tower To Get Radical New Look

It's not the daintiest of landmarks, but the Euston Tower has a certain robust charm about it. Completed in 1970, the mirror-glass International-style tower dominates the skyline beside Warren Street Tube. It could soon look very different.

by: WVXU

Area scientists brace for effects of Trump's plans to eliminate EPA's research division

The EPA's Office of Research and Development has a large presence in Greater Cincinnati. Their research provides the basis for decisions that keep human health and ecosystems safe from environmental pollutants.

by: Digit

Vivo Y19e Launched With AI Features At Rs 7,999 In India: Check Offers, Flipkart Availability And Specifications

The Vivo Y19e will be available in Titanium Silver and Majestic Green colour options via Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and across all partner retail stores., Gadgets News - Times Now

by: CNET

Friend of Vera Rubin's Says She Would 'Find It Fun' That Nvidia Named New Chip After Her

Nvidia recently revealed details about its new AI graphics processors, and one of them is named for a scientist familiar to many space fans. Vera Rubin, the namesake for one of Nvidia's new AI GPU platforms,
Wed, March 19, 2025

by: Zawya

MBRSC opens registrations for 2025 research experience for undergraduates programme

The eight-week summer programme, running from June to August 2025, offers Emirati undergraduate students in STEM fields the opportunity to engage in research alongside leading experts in space science

by: WAPT

Arlington cemetery website working to comply with DEI orders

Questions arose as to whether or not the Arlington National Cemetery website removed information about Civil Rights leader Megar Evers. This comes as the cemetery is in the process of complying with President Donald Trump's executive orders to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion from federal programs and initiatives.

by: news10nbc

New Nazareth University master's program prepares graduates for high-demand roles

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Nazareth University is launching a new Master's program centered around business and artificial intelligence. The university says the Master's of Science will provide skills to lead in the AI-powered business landscape. It's a 16-month program with in-person and Hybrid options.

by: CNET

Are Robot Lawn Mowers Worth the Money Yet? Here's What You Need to Know

Is it finally time to get a robot to mow your lawn, or are these mowers still an overpriced luxury? CNET dives into the pros and cons of trusting your lawn to a robot.

by: AOL

University of California orders hiring freeze, cuts in response to Trump threats

As the Trump administration threatens to pull federal funds from universities, including those for medical and scientific research, the University of California has announced a hiring freeze and additional cuts.

by: LADbible

Everything NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams missed while 'stranded' in space for nine months

NASA Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been in space for the past nine months, so they've missed quite a lot

by: Newsweek

Astronomer's Accidental Discovery Challenges Models of Early Universe

An accidental discovery by a team of astronomers has upended existing theories about how galaxies formed in the early universe. The discovery, led by the "Cosmic Web" research group and international collaborators,

by: Wired

After 9 Months in Space, Stranded NASA Astronauts Return Home

Because of faults with Boeing's Starliner, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore had to wait months for a ride back to Earth on a different spacecraft.

by: NextBigFuture

Nvidia Roadmap to Gigawatt AI Data Centers, Blackwell Ultra, Vera Rubin and LLMs for Humanoid Bots

Jetson Thor Complementing Project GR00T, NVIDIA announced Jetson Thor, a new computer built specifically for humanoid robots. Equipped with generative AI (GenAI) capabilities, Jetson Thor enhances the functionality of robots, enabling more advanced and autonomous operations.

by: Gizmodo

The 1960s Tech Keeping NASA's Voyager Probes Alive for Nearly 50 Years

Solar panels are next to useless in the outer solar system, so NASA's Voyager probes rely on nuclear batteries—technology first developed in the 1960s—to keep running billions of miles from Earth.

by: dw

Japan returns to semiconductor arena now dominated by Taiwan

Tokyo is actively working to revive Japan's semiconductor industry after decades of relying on imports. But reclaiming the nation's superpower status in this sector is still a distant dream.

by: IFLScience

Dolphins Greet NASA Astronauts In Gulf Of Mexico As They Return From The ISS

Nevertheless, NASA will be relieved to have the two safely back on Earth, after a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft returned them just off the coast of Tallahassee, Florida, in the Gulf of Mexico. The two were joined by Roscosmos cosmonauts Aleksandr Gorbunov and NASA astronaut Nick Hague as they landed in the ocean at 5:57 pm EDT on Tuesday, March 18.

by: AZOM

Simplifying Complex Macrocycle Production for Material Science Applications

Reviewed by Lexie CornerMar 19 2025 Researchers at the University of Vienna's Institute of Organic Chemistry have developed a new method for creating azaparacyclophanes (APCs), a family of complex ring-shaped molecules with significant potential in material science.

by: SHINE

Going beyond textbooks to turn today's students into tomorrow's scientific pioneers

Early STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education should go beyond textbooks, encouraging young minds to observe, question and engage with the challenges of our times before diving into technical training. A student who sees a problem firsthand is far more likely to develop a passion for solving it.

by: Reuters

Euclid mission data release is step toward grand atlas of the cosmos

The European Space Agency has released its first tranche of data from the Euclid space telescope's mission to map the universe's large-scale structure in order to better understand the mysterious cosmic components dark energy and dark matter.

by: Nature

The biggest machine in science: inside the fight to build the next giant particle collider

The European physics laboratory CERN is planning to build a mega collider by 2070. Critics say the plan could lead to its ruin.

by: MLive

Trump power plant pollution rollbacks threaten Michiganders, advocates warn

Environmental advocates say loosening mercury pollution restrictions and requirements to slash carbon emissions at power plants amounts to a "denial of science" and will risk the health of communities.

by: techUK

The UK and Japan - Building an Exemplar Bi-Lateral Tech Partnership

Through the UK Japan Tech Forum, convened by techUK and JEITA, the UK and Japanese tech sectors have come together to speak with one voice on the opportunities we see from closer cooperation.

by: AZoCleantech

Scottish Engineers' Vision is Making Wind Turbines More Profitable and Efficient

Edinburgh-based Reoptimize Systems, a pioneering spin-out from the University of Edinburgh, is transforming wind energy efficiency with groundbreaking technology.

The 1960s Tech Keeping NASA's Voyager Probes Alive for Nearly 50 Years

Solar panels are next to useless in the outer solar system, so NASA's Voyager probes rely on nuclear batteries—technology first developed in the 1960s—to keep running billions of miles from Earth.

The article from Gizmodo discusses the remarkable longevity of NASA's Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 spacecraft, which have been operational for nearly 50 years thanks to technology from the 1960s. Launched in 1977, these probes continue to function due to their robust design, including the use of a Flight Data System (FDS) that processes commands and collects data. Despite their age, the Voyagers have faced challenges like memory corruption and power issues, but NASA engineers have ingeniously managed to keep them running by adapting old technology to new problems. The article highlights the simplicity and reliability of the original hardware, like the use of 1960s-era computers with limited memory, which has proven to be both a limitation and an asset in their extended mission. The Voyagers are now exploring the outer reaches of our solar system, with Voyager 1 entering interstellar space, and their continued operation is a testament to the enduring quality of their design and the dedication of the teams managing them.

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https://gizmodo.com/the-1960s-tech-keeping-nasas-voyager-probes-alive-for-nearly-50-years-2000578052