Google recently faced backlash after airing an ad for its Gemini artificial intelligence during the Olympics that failed to resonate with viewers. The ad, titled “Dear Sydney,” aimed to showcase the capabilities of Gemini AI by illustrating how it helped a father write a fan letter for his daughter to US hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. However,
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In a groundbreaking study conducted by engineers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science, the potential benefits of incorporating cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) into 3D-printed concrete technology were explored for the first time. The findings of this research hold significant promise for the advancement of sustainable and resilient construction practices in the
The chipmaking industry is currently facing antitrust tensions, with Nvidia being at the center of the controversy. Rivals have accused the tech giant of abusing its market dominance, particularly in selling chips that power artificial intelligence. The U.S. Justice Department has taken notice of these complaints and is now investigating the matter. According to sources
The recent study conducted at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has shed light on the effects of psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, on the human brain. By scanning the brains of seven healthy participants before, during, and after ingesting psilocybin, the researchers were able to uncover some fascinating insights
In a recent study published in Nano-Micro Letters, a research team led by Prof. Meng Guowen and Prof. Han Fangming from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, along with Prof. Wei Bingqing from the University of Delaware and Prof. Li Xiaoyan from Tsinghua University, introduced a groundbreaking approach to
The study published in Science Advances sheds light on the challenges faced by climate scientists when it comes to predicting tipping points for critical Earth system components. These tipping events, caused by human-induced global warming, have the potential to lead to irreversible climate changes with severe consequences. However, the study shows that the uncertainties surrounding
The recent lawsuit filed by the United States against TikTok for violating children’s privacy has sparked a debate on the ethical practices of social media platforms. The Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission accuse TikTok of collecting data about children without parental permission, thereby breaching the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Failure to
Gas separation is a crucial process in both manufacturing and research industries. However, traditional methods of gas separation are not only energy-intensive but also contribute significantly to carbon emissions. In light of this, the University of Notre Dame’s team of chemical and mechanical engineers, along with computer scientists, have leveraged graph-based machine learning to revolutionize
The quest to understand the universe’s imbalance between matter and antimatter has been a longstanding goal for physicists. Antimatter is the counterpart to matter, and according to the standard model of particle physics, they should have been created in equal amounts during the Big Bang. However, matter dominates the universe, and the reasons behind this
The universe has always fascinated mankind with its enigmatic displays of cosmic phenomena. One such intriguing occurrence is that of “guest stars,” which defy the notion of the fixed and unchanging nature of stars, as believed by ancient civilizations. These guest stars, or novae, make a sudden appearance in the sky, often shining brightly for
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a 58-year-old man in the United States recently became the first person to receive a temporary, titanium artificial heart. This remarkable device, designed by BiVACOR, aims to replicate the full functionality of a human heart for as long as needed. Unlike traditional artificial hearts, the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart (TAH)
In a groundbreaking development, engineers at the University of Bath have introduced a novel approach to eliminate health-damaging “forever chemicals” from water by utilizing 3D printing technology. With the utilization of ceramic-infused lattices, the researchers have successfully removed at least 75% of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a prevalent form of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from
The detection of gravitational waves has been a monumental achievement in the field of astrophysics. The groundbreaking observation of these waves by the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) in 2015 confirmed a key prediction of Einstein’s general theory of relativity. The ability to observe gravitational waves has provided scientists with valuable information about the universe
When it comes to water management in the U.S. West, interbasin water transfers play a significant role in transporting water across vast geographical areas. Recent research published in the journal Nature Water sheds light on the environmental impact of these transfers, particularly in relation to energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. The study found that two major
In a recent study published in Science Advances, a research team has discovered the potential of analog hardware, specifically Electrochemical Random Access Memory (ECRAM) devices, in maximizing the computational performance of artificial intelligence (AI). This breakthrough showcases a new avenue for commercialization in the AI industry and opens up possibilities for more efficient and powerful