AI Promises Humanity One Last Job. Helping AI Help Humanity
With AI threatening to overtake the world of work, at least one pretty good job will always be in demand.....»»
Study: Gardening good for the soul, until the pressure grows
What if one of the things known for helping and reducing stress and anxiety, becomes such a commitment, it leads to burn-out?.....»»
Targeting "undruggable" proteins promises new approach for treating neurodegenerative diseases
Researchers led by Northwestern University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison have introduced a pioneering approach aimed at combating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.....»»
Examining viruses that can help "dial up" carbon capture in the sea
Armed with a catalog of hundreds of thousands of DNA and RNA virus species in the world's oceans, scientists are now zeroing in on the viruses most likely to combat climate change by helping trap carbon dioxide in seawater or, using similar technique.....»»
NASA Artemis science, first intuitive machines flight head to moon
A suite of NASA science instruments and technology demonstrations is on the way to our nearest celestial neighbor for the benefit of humanity. Through this flight to the moon, they will provide insights into the lunar surface environment and test tec.....»»
Games in the classroom and the boardroom: How "serious games" are helping us learn
A team of researchers is encouraging us to swap textbooks for games, as they drive the application of games in learning, engagement and research......»»
"Barbie" cast helps Jimmy Kimmel get to the Oscars in silly skit
"Barbie" stars Kate McKinnon, America Ferrera, and Ryan Gosling helped Jimmy Kimmel get to the Oscars in a late night sketch. Jimmy Kimmel, aka "Mid-Life Crisis Ken", gets a helping hand to the Oscars from Barbie cast Kate McKinnon, America Fer.....»»
Studying the otherworldly sounds in Antarctic waters
In freezing Antarctic waters, amid bobbing chunks of floating ice, the hums, pitches and echoes of life in the deep are helping scientists understand the behavior and movements of marine mammals......»»
AI tool predicts function of unknown proteins
A new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that draws logical inferences about the function of unknown proteins promises to help scientists unravel the inner workings of the cell......»»
How researchers are helping address group violence in Baltimore
The Baltimore Police Department's Western District has historically had the highest rates of homicides in the city and among the highest in the country. Looking through Baltimore crime data from 2020, Anthony Braga, the Jerry Lee Professor of Crimino.....»»
NASA solar sail technology passes crucial deployment test
In his youth, NASA technologist Les Johnson was riveted by the 1974 novel "The Mote in God's Eye," by Jerry Pournelle and Larry Niven, in which an alien spacecraft propelled by solar sails visits humanity. Today, Johnson and a NASA team are preparing.....»»
Wild Animals Should Be Paid for the Benefits They Provide Humanity
Healthy ecosystems in developing countries sequester carbon, regulate the weather, and help plants grow thousands of miles away. Wealthier countries benefit from these services—and so should pay for them to be maintained......»»
Satellites unveil the size and nature of the world"s coral reefs
University of Queensland-led research has shown there is more coral reef area across the globe than previously thought, with detailed satellite mapping helping to conserve these vital ecosystems......»»
Ford dealership in Houston gets boost from NIL deals with college athletes
Chastang Ford has been able to support star athletes at the University of Houston via name, image and likeness deals, helping to boost the dealership's reputation in the community......»»
NIL deals with college athletes boosts Houston dealership"s business
Chastang Ford has been able to support star athletes at the University of Houston via name, image and likeness deals, helping to boost the dealership's reputation in the community......»»
How to play with friends in Skull and Bones
No pirate made a name for themselves with some friends helping out, especially in Skull and Bones. If you're stuck trying to get friends to join, here's how......»»
NASA Engineers Are Racing to Fix Voyager 1
A computer glitch has put the future of humanity’s farthest-flung space probe in doubt......»»
NASA’s New PACE Observatory Searches for Clues to Humanity’s Future
They may be tiny, but phytoplankton and aerosols power pivotal Earth systems. Scientists are about to learn a whole lot more about them at a critical time......»»
Pivotal moment for humanity as tipping point threats and opportunities accelerate, report warns
An acceleration in threats from Earth system tipping points, which occur when small changes spark often rapid and irreversible transformations, has set humanity on a disastrous trajectory, a new report shows......»»
Population can"t be ignored—it has to be part of the policy solution to our world"s problems, says researcher
There is a growing consensus that environmental problems, particularly the effects of climate change, pose a grave challenge to humanity. Pollution, habitat destruction, intractable waste issues and, for many, deteriorating quality of life should be.....»»
World sees first 12 months above 1.5C warming level: climate monitor
Earth has endured 12 months of temperatures 1.5C hotter than the pre-industrial era for the first time on record, Europe's climate monitor said Thursday, in what scientists called a "warning to humanity"......»»