"Magnet training" at the LHC
When the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) begins Run 3 next year, operators aim to increase the energy of the proton beams to an unprecedented 6.8 TeV. This means the thousands of superconducting magnets, whose fields direct the beams around their traject.....»»
Treating liver cancer with microrobots piloted by a magnetic field
Canadian researchers led by Montreal radiologist Gilles Soulez have developed a novel approach to treat liver tumors using magnet-guided microrobots in an MRI device......»»
Researchers develop eco-friendly "magnet" to battle microplastics
Plastic pollution is a pressing environmental issue, and University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment researchers are leading the charge with an innovative solution......»»
Watch this astronaut’s ‘space waltz’ on the ISS
Private astronaut Marcus Wandt described the waltz as a training routine to help him float more skillfully in the station's microgravity conditions......»»
Study finds STEM training, apprenticeships increase work satisfaction
Participation in a science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) apprenticeship program increased job happiness, finds a new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis......»»
How to avoid a "winner"s curse" for social programs
Back in the 1980s, researchers tested a job-training program called JOBSTART in 13 U.S. cities. In 12 locations, the program had a minimal benefit. But in San Jose, California, results were good: After a few years, workers earned about $6,500 more an.....»»
Training an animal? An ethicist explains how and why your dog, but not your frog, can be punished
People talk to their pets every day: offering praise when they're good, reassurance when they're confused and affection when they're cuddling. We also speak to animals when they misbehave. "Why did you do that?" someone might ask their dog. Or we mig.....»»
Training to reduce cognitive bias may improve decision making after all
Ever since Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky formalized the concept of cognitive bias in 1972, most empirical evidence has given credence to the claim that our brain is incapable of improving our decision-making abilities. Cognitive bias has practical.....»»
Two Nations, a Horrible Accident, and the Urgent Need to Understand the Laws of Space
Welcome to the world’s foremost training ground for saving space from disasters, disputes, and—perhaps one day—colonizers named Musk......»»
Two Nations, a Horrible Accident, and the Urgent Need to Understand the Laws of Space Right Now
Welcome to the world’s foremost training ground for saving space from disasters, disputes, and—perhaps one day—colonizers named Musk......»»
Grab this jam-packed Excel training on sale for just $40
Learn to use Microsoft Excel at your own pace with this $40 pack of 16 courses from beginner to advanced. TL;DR: As of January 21, get The 2024 Ultimate Microsoft Excel Training Bundle for just $39.99.With the new year underway, now is the perf.....»»
This CompTIA IT fundamentals course bundle is $64.97
Learn cloud computing and coding fundamentals with this $65 CompTIA certification 15 course bundle. TL;DR: As of January 23, get the Complete 2024 CompTIA Certification Training Super Bundle for just $64.97 — usually $585.There are so man.....»»
How firms frame training programs for gig workers can boost promotion and uptake of the programs
General skills training programs for those hired under flexible arrangements can strengthen the relationship between firm and worker, thus benefiting both groups. But for that to happen, the programs need to have strong buy-in from both managers and.....»»
The right strategy for effective cybersecurity awareness
Employees play a significant role in safeguarding organizational assets. With a constantly evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity awareness training is an essential component in creating a good security culture. Why cybersecurity awareness training.....»»
What do Threads, Mastodon, and hospital records have in common?
"Federated learning" keeps patient data at hospitals while training AIs. Enlarge (credit: Reza Estakhrian) It’s taken a while, but social media platforms now know that people prefer their information kept away from cor.....»»
Thermoelectric permanent magnet opens new possibilities in thermal management technologies
A research team has demonstrated that the transverse thermoelectric conversion (i.e., energy conversion between charge and heat currents that flow orthogonally to each other) can be greatly enhanced by applying magnetic fields or utilizing magnetism......»»
Belkin launches two new 15W Qi2 chargers to end CES 2024 week
Belkin has been soaking in the spotlight all week as one of the first brands at CES 2024 to reveal an updated charger lineup featuring Qi2 tech. Now to close out the week, the company is bookending all of the reveals by launching a pair of new magnet.....»»
At Senate AI hearing, news executives fight against “fair use” claims for AI training data
Media orgs want AI firms to license content for training, and Congress is sympathetic. Enlarge / Danielle Coffey, president and CEO of News Media Alliance; Professor Jeff Jarvis, CUNY Graduate School of Journalism; Curtis LeGeyt,.....»»
Nvidia clarifies how it is training its generative game AI following data concerns
Following speculation about how Nvidia is training AI characters in its Ace microservice, the company now says its only using data it has the rights to......»»
Mojawa’s latest headphones provide real-time fitness feedback using AI and haptics
Mojawa's bone conduction headphones go beyond music by offering real-time training feedback......»»
NCM Associates acquires dealership training company Kain Automotive
Kain Automotive's acquisition by Kansas City, Mo., dealership consulting company NCM Associates puts its employees in a position to have "more impact for a broader spectrum of dealers," owner David Kain said......»»