Wednesday - January 17 2024, 18:48 UTC - 10 months ago

The UBC smart glove, a collaboration between researchers at UBC and Texavie, is a game-changing wearable technology that can track and transmit hand and finger movements to aid in stroke rehabilitation. With its potential for improving stroke recovery and applications in other fields such as virtual and augmented reality gaming, this innovative and affordable technology has the potential to revolutionize how we approach movement and interaction.

Wednesday - January 17 2024, 14:27 UTC - 10 months ago

Scientists from Newcastle University have conducted a study, supported by the UK's Natural Environmental Research Council, to investigate the origins of life on Earth over 3.5 billion years ago. Their experiments involved combining hydrogen, bicarbonate, and iron-rich magnetite, which resulted in the formation of organic molecules, including fatty acids needed to form cell membranes. The team's findings suggest that the convergence of hydrogen-rich fluids and bicarbonate-rich waters onto iron-based minerals in hydrothermal vents may have been responsible for the formation of membranes and the genesis of specific acids found in meteorites.

Wednesday - January 17 2024, 09:34 UTC - 10 months ago

Researchers at UBCO are developing a theoretical wireless communication architecture to optimize next-generation mobile networks, expected to outperform 5G. AI is being used to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and robustness in wireless communication, enabling instant communication between devices and the surrounding environment. The potential of this technology is unparalleled and is set to revolutionize various industries. Published in IEEE Communications Magazine, this research is paving the way for the future of wireless communications.

Wednesday - January 17 2024, 04:34 UTC - 10 months ago

Despite a successful launch, the Peregrine spacecraft encountered a propulsion issue that prevented a Moon landing. NASA and Astrobotic are working together to learn from the experience and plan for future missions.

Wednesday - January 17 2024, 00:11 UTC - 10 months ago

At the 2023 World Championships, A.I. technology was used for scoring in gymnastics for the first time on every apparatus. This technology is meant to assist judges in reviewing routines and aims to make the sport more fair and transparent for viewers and gymnasts. JSS, the system used, had previously been used on select apparatuses at the 2019 World Championships. This marks a major step for the sport, but also raises questions about the role of A.I. in judging and the potential for bias elimination in gymnastics.

Tuesday - January 16 2024, 19:21 UTC - 10 months ago

Amorphous silicon carbide (a-SiC) is a thin film material with an ultimate tensile strength of over 10 GPa, making it 10 times stronger than Kevlar. This material is highly scalable and has low-dissipation properties, making it suitable for a wide range of applications such as microchip sensors, solar cells, and space exploration. Researchers use innovative microchip-based methods to test the strength of a-SiC, and its advantages make it a promising material for future developments.

Tuesday - January 16 2024, 15:19 UTC - 10 months ago

In 2023, 40 percent of US electricity production was emission-free, thanks to a growing shift towards renewable energy and a significant drop in coal. Solar power saw a 20% growth and is expected to continue rising, while natural gas is the fastest-growing source of generation. Despite these positive trends, it remains to be seen if the pace of change is fast enough to meet climate goals.

Tuesday - January 16 2024, 10:28 UTC - 10 months ago

CEO Seokbae Lee claims to have created room-temperature superconductor, LK-99, at Quantum Energy Research Institute. This material could have a significant impact on various industries due to its ability to operate at normal room temperatures. However, claims are currently under review and skepticism remains.

Tuesday - January 16 2024, 05:49 UTC - 10 months ago

Self-driving cars are becoming more prevalent with companies like Waymo and GM's Cruise offering autonomous taxi services. Waymo is expanding its services while Cruise has faced setbacks. Waymo's latest announcement includes expanding to highway travel, but this poses new challenges for the technology. The question of whether self-driving cars can become a sustainable business still remains.

Tuesday - January 16 2024, 00:49 UTC - 10 months ago

A newly discovered species of bacteria at the 'Crab Spa' deep-sea hydrothermal vent offers insights into the evolution and adaptation of bacteria. This mesophilic and sulfur-oxidizing bacteria, named Hydrogenimonas cancrithermarum, expands the known characteristics of its genus and challenges previous assumptions about related bacteria. This discovery emphasizes the crucial role that microbes play in sustaining life at deep-sea hydrothermal vents and their potential impact on other species.

Monday - January 15 2024, 20:21 UTC - 10 months ago

Tesla is leading the charge in the race towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), which has the potential to revolutionize civilization and drastically increase economic value. With projects like the Dojo AI training system and Teslabot, Tesla aims to make AGI a reality and improve efficiency and production in their factories. And with competition heating up, the future looks bright for both Tesla and the world of AI.

Monday - January 15 2024, 15:30 UTC - 10 months ago

In 2024, major privacy violations are making headlines, with the FTC taking action against a data broker for selling sensitive location data. This move could signal more aggressive action from policy makers. Experts believe this could set a precedent for future cases against data brokers.

Monday - January 15 2024, 10:27 UTC - 10 months ago

Language models, or AI's next-word predictors, have become popular for their impressive capabilities. However, many struggle to understand what they are and how they work. A team of researchers at UW published a guide explaining language models in layman's terms. While we understand the mechanics and behavior, there is still much to learn about these complex systems.

Monday - January 15 2024, 05:38 UTC - 10 months ago

The PKB-500U Drel, a new gliding bomb that retrofits older models, has passed all trials and is set for mass production in 2024. Its high effectiveness and resistance to jamming and radar detection make it a major threat to ground targets. However, its banned cluster munitions and civilian applications spark global controversy.

Monday - January 15 2024, 00:33 UTC - 10 months ago

Research by Columbia University reveals that repeated ketamine use causes significant structural changes in the brain's dopamine system and supports the development of more targeted therapies. These changes may explain ketamine's effects on mood and metabolism, and the importance of careful administration is highlighted. Further research may lead to ketamine becoming a valuable tool in treating a range of disorders and conditions.

Sunday - January 14 2024, 19:37 UTC - 10 months ago

Bosch Security has introduced a pioneering Gun Detection System combining video and audio AI to proactively respond to potential threats in schools. This dual-layered system can integrate with other security systems and offers various benefits, such as early detection and privacy protection. The system has already gained notable recognition, securing prestigious awards for its industry-leading innovation and effectiveness in providing safer school campuses.

Sunday - January 14 2024, 14:50 UTC - 10 months ago

Researchers have achieved a major breakthrough in superconductors - the ability to conduct electricity without resistance at room temperature and pressure levels. This has the potential to revolutionize numerous industries and is being pursued by a corporation formed by Sukbae Lee and his team. While there are still some limitations with the superconductor, the team is working on improvements and is confident in their technology. They have also applied for patents and are in the process of commercializing their discovery.

Sunday - January 14 2024, 09:55 UTC - 10 months ago

The Baksan Experiment on Sterile Transitions (BEST) has found evidence of the sterile neutrino, a hypothetical particle that only interacts through gravity. This confirms an anomaly found in previous experiments and raises questions about our understanding of neutrinos and potential new physics.

Sunday - January 14 2024, 05:06 UTC - 10 months ago

On a X-Space discussion, Elon Musk predicts that AI compute will increase by 10X every six months and that there will be gigawatt power for clusters by 2025. Tesla aims to reach 10 Zettaflops with a 100X increase from their 2024 target. Energy and chip shortages may arise as demand for AI compute grows. Tesla, China, and other countries will need to improve their infrastructure in order to keep pace in the AI and energy race.