Biotechnology is creating ethical worries—and we’ve been here before
A new book explores 3 capabilities that are here now, whether we're ready or not. Enlarge (credit: TEK IMAGE / SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY) Matthew Cobb is a zoologist and author whose background is in insect genetics and the.....»»
Breakthrough in molecular control: New bioinspired double helix with switchable chirality
The deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA, the molecular system that carries the genetic information of living organisms, can transcribe and amplify information using its two helical strands. Creating such artificial molecular systems that match or surpass DN.....»»
Model suggests spewing metal nanorods into Mars" atmosphere could warm the planet by 30 K
A small team of engineers and geophysicists from Northwestern University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Central Florida has found, via modeling, that creating millions of metal nanorods from material on the Martian surface and then.....»»
Modeling Earth systems at a quintillion calculations per second
Climate models compute vast amounts of information about Earth's climate system—from small water droplets to large-scale weather patterns—to re-create past climate or predict future climate. Accurately re-creating how Earth's energy (measured in.....»»
New bean varieties resist aphids and nematodes
Climate resilient, nutritious long beans are unfortunately susceptible to aphids and nematodes. By creating four new pest-resistant varieties of the beans, scientists aim to reduce farmers' reliance on pesticides......»»
CrowdStrike claps back at Delta, says airline rejected offers for help
Delta is creating a "misleading narrative," according to CrowdStrike's lawyers. Enlarge / LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 23: Travelers from France wait on their delayed flight on the check-in floor of the Delta Air Lines terminal.....»»
FLUX: This new AI image generator is eerily good at creating human hands
FLUX.1 is the open-weights heir apparent to Stable Diffusion, turning text into images. Enlarge / AI-generated image by FLUX.1 dev: "A beautiful queen of the universe holding up her hands, face in the background." (credit: FLUX.1.....»»
Lucid to report Q2 earnings amid worries over cash burn, hopes for Gravity crossover
The EV startup, which launched the Air sedan in 2021, delivered a record 2,394 electric cars in the second quarter. But it also boosted sales incentives to $16,537 per car, Motor Intelligence said......»»
Why Ford is expanding Maverick pickup line with Lobo street truck
Maverick Lobo is the latest example of Ford creating subbrands for popular nameplates that include variants to appeal to different customers......»»
Experiment uses quantum techniques to stimulate photons, enhancing search for dark matter
Scientists cannot observe dark matter directly, so to "see" it, they look for signals that it has interacted with other matter by creating a visible photon. However, signals from dark matter are incredibly weak. If scientists can make a particle dete.....»»
Report: Apple disrupts overseas acquisition that involves Indian partner
Apple is a technology company. It specializes in creating products. But as a global force in the world, it can also get caught up in international drama. Today, a new report details one such situation playing out that involves India, China, and compe.....»»
Norman Foster speaks on creating Apple Park"s iconic spaceship campus
Norman Foster, the man responsible for Apple Park's iconic design, sat down for a new interview to talk about that process and his time with late CEO Steve Jobs.Apple ParkApple has called Cupertino, California, a home for quite some time. From 1993 u.....»»
Meta AI Studio lets everyone create their own AI
Meta has announced the launch of its AI Studio, a way for users to create and distribute their own AI without any technical skills! The post Meta AI Studio lets everyone create their own AI appeared first on Phandroid. Creating an AI model.....»»
Researchers explore interplay between high-affinity DNA and carbon nanotubes
Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) have emerged as promising candidates for applications in biotechnology and nanoelectronics due to their exceptional physical and chemical properties. Despite their potential, challenges like insolubility and to.....»»
Anthony Fauci Worries About the Next Pandemic—But Worries More About Democracy
The former public health lead opens up on serving under Trump, what dangers America faces right now, and what keeps him up at night......»»
Apple Intelligence may get ability to create Apple Music playlist art
Code within the latest iOS 18 developer beta suggests that Apple Intelligence will play a part in creating playlist artwork within Apple Music.Apple Intelligence may create artwork for Apple Music playlistsApple is truly planning to plug Apple Intell.....»»
From Hungary to Maker Faire Rome: AKG Robotics + Piezo Young Makers
In the heart of Budapest, Hungary, innovation and education converge at the AKG School's robotics club, AKG Robotics. Here, students are not only learning about technology but are actively creating it. The post From Hungary to Maker Faire Rome:.....»»
Hunter-gatherers kept an "orderly home" in the earliest known British dwelling, archaeological evidence shows
Archaeological evidence from the world-famous Mesolithic site of Star Carr in North Yorkshire has shown that hunter-gatherers likely kept an orderly home by creating "zones" for particular domestic activities......»»
AKG Robotics: Smart Pot and Smart Table
In the heart of Budapest, Hungary, innovation and education converge at the AKG School's robotics club, AKG Robotics. Here, students are not only learning about technology but are actively creating it. The post AKG Robotics: Smart Pot and Smart.....»»
LG slows EV cell plant with GM in Michigan as political worries swirl
South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solution Ltd. is slowing construction of its third plant with General Motors Co. in Michigan.....»»
MechWarrior 5: Clans couldn’t have happened without Duke Nukem Forever
Creating a MechWarrior game is complicated for reasons far beyond game development. You also need to factor in IP law, anime, and ... Duke Nukem?.....»»