Artificial intelligence (AI) has been under scrutiny for its increasing carbon footprint as it requires vast amounts of computing power and data storage. The energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with AI hardware production have raised concerns about its contribution to climate change. For example, the largest AI training processes have been consuming more computing
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The relationship between estrogen and Alzheimer’s disease has long been a topic of interest for researchers. Recent studies have shown that estrogen plays a significant role in the build-up of amyloid beta protein clumps in the brain, a key feature of Alzheimer’s disease. In experiments conducted on mice, female mice bred to develop an Alzheimer’s-like
The accidental discovery of a six-legged embryonic mouse has sparked a new direction in spinal cord research for developmental biologists Anastasiia Lozovska and Moisés Mallo. The unexpected result occurred when a gene, Tgfbr1, was turned off early in mouse development, causing a mutation that resulted in the formation of an extra pair of legs. This
As technology and science continue to progress rapidly, the focus is shifting towards the next big technological disrupters beyond artificial intelligence. One potential candidate that has garnered attention is quantum computing. The Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator Foundation (GESDA), a Swiss group, is taking proactive measures to ensure that regulations are in place to govern
Producing small molecule drugs, which are the active ingredients in many pharmaceuticals, has always been a challenging task in the field of organic chemistry. These molecules are bigger than water but much smaller than antibodies, mainly composed of carbon atoms. One of the major obstacles faced by chemists is the synthesis of molecules that contain
Optical sensors play a crucial role in various scientific and technological fields, enabling the detection of subtle changes in the environment through the use of light. Sensitivity is a key factor in optical sensing, as it allows for the detection of faint signals in the presence of noise. Recent research by Lan Yang and Wenbo
Recent research conducted by the Department of Environmental Science at Stockholm University has uncovered a shocking revelation regarding PFAS emissions. Contrary to the widely held belief that these harmful substances simply remain in the oceans after being washed away from the land, it has been discovered that they actually re-emit into the air due to
The detection of gravitational waves has been considered one of the most important achievements in modern physics. In 2017, the first detection of gravitational waves from the merger of a binary neutron star provided crucial information about our universe, shedding light on the origin of short gamma-ray bursts and the formation of heavy elements. Despite
Understanding how the chemistry of human cells changes in response to their extracellular environment is crucial for developing effective cell-based diagnostics and therapies. A recent study conducted by scientists at NPL in collaboration with Diamond Light Source sheds light on the significance of extracellular matrices on cell responses and development pathways. The research, published in
Robotic systems have been making significant strides in various indoor environments, assisting humans with manual tasks and simple queries. However, the future of robotics lies in their deployment in unknown and unmapped environments, where obstacles can hinder their sensors and increase the risk of collisions. In particular, air-ground robots are poised to revolutionize outdoor navigation
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has shed light on a potential new treatment for Parkinson’s disease using a drug commonly used to treat diabetes. Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating neurological disorder affecting millions of people worldwide, characterized by symptoms such as tremors, slowed movement, impaired speech, and balance issues.
A rare celestial event is set to unfold on April 8, as the moon will darken the sun during a total solar eclipse casting a shadow over a substantial portion of the United States. But, viewers might be in for a double treat as Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, also known as the “Mother of Dragons” or “Devil