Are We Prepared for Contamination Between Worlds?
Slashdot reader Tangential shares what he describes as "an interesting article on Gizmodo discussing how we could easily contaminate other planets/moons as we explore them." "Based on our recently demonstrated vulnerability to locally evolved bacte.....»»
James Webb Space Telescope uncovers chemical secrets of distant world—paving the way for studying Earth-like planets
Since the first planet orbiting a star other than the sun was discovered in 1995, we have realized that planets and planetary systems are more diverse than we ever imagined. Such distant worlds—exoplanets—give us the opportunity to study how plan.....»»
The real Paleo diet: New archaeological evidence changes what we thought about how ancient humans prepared food
We humans can't stop playing with our food. Just think of all the different ways of serving potatoes—entire books have been written about potato recipes alone. The restaurant industry was born from our love of flavouring food in new and interesting.....»»
3 Steps to Detect and Stop Disease Outbreaks before They Become Pandemics
To detect and stop disease outbreaks similar to COVID, health professionals must test for pathogens, share data widely and be prepared with a response.....»»
Researchers working to improve and simplify models for how PFAS flow through ground
As a growing number of communities are forced to confront PFAS contamination in their groundwater, a key hurdle in addressing this harmful group of chemicals lies in unraveling how they move through a region of the environment called the unsaturated.....»»
Amazon backed out of taking a stake in Argo. Then the self-driving startup folded
The online retailer was prepared to invest several hundred million dollars into Argo last spring, sources told Bloomberg. Amazon planned to use Argo’s self-driving technology to automate some of the electric delivery vans......»»
Binance has a plan to save crypto—if it’s not too late
Crypto exchanges want to prove that the market can thrive after the FTX collapse. Enlarge (credit: da kuk/Getty Images) Few were prepared for the dramatic collapse of crypto exchange FTX on November 11. The incident has.....»»
Carvana CEO reflects on tough 2022: "We"re not a perfect company"
Carvana’s tumultuous journey in 2022 highlighted by mounting financial losses and a more challenging used-car market is being closely watched. CEO Ernie Garcia is prepared to get the company back on track......»»
Amazon layoffs "being prepared" as sales slow - reports
The reductions could affect about 10,000 people at the e-commerce giant, reports suggested......»»
Grass puffer fish may communicate with each other using a non-toxic version of their deadly toxin
A delicacy in Japanese cuisine, puffer fish (fugu) also contain a lethal toxin. Improperly prepared puffer fish can cause the person eating it to experience food poisoning and a swift death. Such a terrible event can happen because the fish's liver a.....»»
The Fibonacci Numbers Hiding in Strange Spaces
Recent explorations of unique geometric worlds reveal perplexing patterns, including the Fibonacci sequence and the golden ratio......»»
7 Spectacular sci-fi movies that will prepare you for the rise of the metaverse
If you want a fun way to visualize the tech, virtual worlds, or ethical conundrums that the metaverse might bring about, check out these seven movies.....»»
Age of Empires is 25 years old and fans are shaping the franchise
A chat with Xbox CEO Phil Spencer and Worlds’s Edge Studio chief Michael Mann. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) It’s been 25 years since a small studio in Dallas recast the ancient world through the prism of a real-time.....»»
Myst sequel Riven to receive modern remake
On Sunday, Cyan Worlds revealed it is working on the first-ever remake of Riven, the 1997 sequel to the company's legendary adventure game Myst. Cyan admitted the new Riven project started due to the passionate revival of the Myst fanbase after sever.....»»
Myst sequel Riven is getting a full remake from developer Cyan Worlds
Cyan Worlds announced it is remaking Riven: The Sequel to Myst thanks to the help of a fan project......»»
Herbal remedy for radioactive soil contamination
A herb that grows abundantly in coastal areas can be used to rid the soil around nuclear plants of cesium, a radioactive by-product of reactors, says a new study......»»
Out with the metaverse, in with the multiverse
Web3’s main innovation is not the 3D immersive worlds of the metaverse, but digital ownership and validation that can usher in a multiverse. Web3’s main innovation is not the 3D immersive worlds of the metaverse, but digital ownership and val.....»»
Your next job interview could take place in virtual reality
Job interviews can now take place in VR worlds with a computer asking the questions......»»
Zombie worlds: Five spooky planets orbiting dead stars
All stars, including the sun, have a finite lifetime. Stars shine by the process of nuclear fusion in which lighter atoms, such as hydrogen, fuse together to create heavier ones. This process releases vast quantities of energy which counteracts the e.....»»
Bayonetta 3 review: An updated, over-the-top spectacle
New weapons add much-needed variety, but 2D spy sections feel forced. Enlarge / Did you miss me? Jumping between worlds, mastering new powers, adding unique and powerful weapons to your arsenal, and realizing that true streng.....»»
Leaders in semiconductor in 2030 (4): What GDP and populations mean for industries
The "Art of War" maintains that if you know the date and place of the battle, you can be well-prepared for it even if your troops have to march a thousand miles before engaging the enemies. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given us a framewo.....»»