A World-Class Tech MBA on Your Own Schedule
This sponsored article is brought to you by Purdue University’s online MBA program.A Master of Business Administration degree can be a passport to broader career horizons—especially for ambitious young (and young-ish) engineers.While 80 percent.....»»
4 suppliers honored for innovative tech partnerships with GM
UVeye, Aspen Aerogels, Carbon Revolution and Gentherm received Innovation Partnership Awards during the annual Automotive News PACE Awards program this week. All four companies were recognized for their work with GM......»»
Study: World War II plant construction expanded high-wage manufacturing jobs, benefiting residents and their children
In a new study, researchers have examined the long-term effects of government-led construction of manufacturing plants during World War II on the regions where they were built and on residents. The study found that wartime construction had large and.....»»
AM radio law opposed by tech and auto industries is close to passing
A recent test of the emergency alert system found only 1 percent got it via AM. Enlarge / Congress provides government support for other industries, so why not AM radio? (credit: Getty Images) A controversial bill that.....»»
25 years ago, The Matrix led a mini movement of sci-fi simulation thrillers
From The Matrix to eXistenZ to The Thirteenth Floor, 1999 was an unusually robust year for sci-fi movies that put the world inside a computer......»»
Generating graph states of atomic ensembles via photon-mediated entanglement
Graph states, a class of entangled quantum states that can be represented by graphs, have been the topic of numerous recent physics studies, due to their intriguing properties. These unique properties could make them particularly promising for quantu.....»»
Business and management graduates can become sustainability champions—lessons from Uganda and Tanzania
There is no doubt about it: the world is in the grips of a climate crisis. The headlines are full of reports about extreme weather events and the negative effects of the fossil fuel industry......»»
Investigating coal emissions reductions and mortality in China
In 2012, China was the largest consumer of coal in the world. In 2013, the State Council of China issued the "China National Action Plan on Air Pollution Prevention and Control," aiming to reduce emissions from coal combustion. The plan included reno.....»»
These are the best Swift Student Challenge apps this year
Ahead of WWDC 2024 kicking off in June, Apple has officially announced its Swift Student Challenge winners. 350 students from around the world have won with 50 selected as “Distinguished Winners” that will be heading to Apple Park for WWDC. Along.....»»
Possible clues emerge on Amazon"s mystery plan for Zoox robotaxis
Developments in the Amazon empire may hint at tech giant's strategy for its Zoox robotaxi subsidiary that plans to launch service this year......»»
Why cloud vulnerabilities need CVEs
When considering vulnerability management’s purpose in a modern world, it’s imperative to recognize the huge transition to new technologies and how you manage risk within these different paradigms and environments (e.g., the cloud). Patch net.....»»
Two giants in the satellite telecom industry join forces to counter Starlink
SES is buying Intelsat, the world's first commercial satellite operator, for $3.1 billion. Enlarge / The Intelsat 901 satellite is seen by a Northrop Grumman servicing vehicle in 2020. (credit: Northrop Grumman) Facing c.....»»
New observatory in Chile—the highest in the world—aims to reveal origins of planets, galaxies and more
How do planets form? How do galaxies evolve? And ultimately, how did the universe itself begin? A unique astronomical observatory that researchers hope will unravel some of the biggest mysteries out there marks its opening on April 30, 2024......»»
Here’s your chance to own a decommissioned US government supercomputer
145,152-core Cheyenne supercomputer was 20th most powerful in the world in 2016. Enlarge / A photo of the Cheyenne supercomputer, which is now up for auction. (credit: US General Services Administration) On Tuesday, the.....»»
Start today: Save with Dell and shape a more sustainable future for us all
The Dell sustainability mission for Earth Day 2024 means you can save while also remaining eco-conscious, something we desperately need in today's world......»»
DEA to reclassify marijuana as a lower-risk drug, reports say
Marijuana to move from Schedule 1, the most dangerous drug group, to Schedule 3. Enlarge / Medical marijuana growing in a facility in Canada. (credit: Getty | Richard Lautens) The US Drug Enforcement Administration is pr.....»»
Should online educational platforms offer courses following a schedule or release them on demand?
Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pennsylvania have published a new Journal of Marketing study that examines online educational platforms and the question of whether they should release content through a scheduled format t.....»»
Invasive termites dining in our homes will soon be a reality in most cities, says research
With climate change continuing its relentless march, the world faces not only rising temperatures and extreme weather but also an insidious threat to our homes: invasive termites. And the bill could be steep; invasive termites currently cost over US.....»»
Discovery of uranium-contaminated soil purification material without secondary environmental pollution
Nuclear energy has long been regarded as a next-generation energy source, and major countries around the world are competing to secure cutting-edge technologies by leveraging the high economic efficiency and sustainability of nuclear power. However,.....»»
How the plant world shapes the climate cycle
In order to understand the Earth's resilience, researchers at ETH Zurich are modeling climate changes from times long past. And they show that plants are not simply victims of circumstances, but have helped to shape climate conditions on Earth......»»
Missing link in species conservation: Pharmacists, chemists could turn tide on plant, animal extinction
As the world faces the loss of a staggering number of species of animals and plants to endangerment and extinction, one University of Michigan scientist has an urgent message: Chemists and pharmacists should be key players in species conservation eff.....»»