Boston Dynamics" dog has nothing on this…goat?
Kawasaki unveiled Bex, a rideable robotic goat, at Tokyo's International Robot Exhibition......»»
Scientists demonstrate first experimental evidence of non-Hermitian edge burst in photonic quantum walks
In a new Physical Review Letters study, scientists have demonstrated the first experimental observation of non-Hermitian edge burst in quantum dynamics using a carefully designed photonic quantum walk setup......»»
Uncovering microplastic dynamics and patterns in coastal habitats
Microplastics have raised concerns among scientists and the public in recent years due to their widespread presence and associated health risks. They have been found in every corner of the planet, from mountain peaks to the deep sea, and in the diets.....»»
Gravitational waves unveil previously unseen properties of neutron stars
A better understanding of the inner workings of neutron stars will lead to a greater knowledge of the dynamics that underpin the workings of the universe and also could help drive future technology, said the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign ph.....»»
New method captures the stochastic dynamics in coherent X-ray imaging at the nanoscale
Coherent X-ray imaging has emerged as a powerful tool for studying both nanoscale structures and dynamics in condensed matter and biological systems. The nanometric resolution together with chemical sensitivity and spectral information render X-ray i.....»»
Assorted, distinctive behavior of molten uranium salt revealed by neutrons
In a paper published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, researchers have documented for the first time the unique chemistry dynamics and structure of high-temperature liquid uranium trichloride (UCl3) salt, a potential nuclear fuel sour.....»»
The world"s fastest single-shot 2D imaging technique films ultrafast dynamics in flames
Candle flames and airplane engines produce tiny soot particles from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) as their precursors, both of which are harmful to humans and the environment. These carbon-based particles are also common in space, making up.....»»
Doughnut-shaped region found inside Earth"s core deepens understanding of planet"s magnetic field
A doughnut-shaped region thousands of kilometers beneath our feet within Earth's liquid core has been discovered by scientists from The Australian National University (ANU), providing new clues about the dynamics of our planet's magnetic field......»»
DNA replication in early embryos differs from previous assumptions, study shows
A new discovery by researchers at the RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics (BDR) in Japan upends decades of assumptions regarding DNA replication. Led by Ichiro Hiratani and colleagues, the experiments published August 28 in Nature show that DNA repl.....»»
New Lexus brand "taste" will come from sweeping rework of body rigidity
Lexus says it has found the missing piece in its quest to match the long-lauded driving dynamics of Germany's big premium players — better body rigidity. To deliver a better signature, Toyota's top-shelf marque is reworking ride and handling across.....»»
10 best true crime shows on Netflix right now (August 2024)
The best true crime shows on Netflix right now include American Murder: Laci Peterson, Griselda, American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing, and more......»»
Aoudad and bighorn sheep share respiratory pathogens, research team discovers
A team of researchers at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) has discovered that aoudad—an animal in the sheep and goat family—can catch and spread many of the same respiratory pathogens that can impact des.....»»
New approach for profiling complex dynamics at the single-molecule level
A team of researchers led by Professor Sebastian Deindl at Uppsala University has developed a pioneering method that vastly improves the ability to observe and analyze complex biological processes at the single-molecule level. Their work is published.....»»
The changing dynamics of ransomware as law enforcement strikes
After peaking in late 2023, the ransomware industry is beginning to stabilize in productivity, with notable developments in ransomware targets, and industry dynamics, according to WithSecure. Sectors impacted by ransomware (Source: WithSecure) While.....»»
New study uncovers the complex dynamics of self-deprecating remarks in Korean entertainment
Self-deprecation, a negative self-assessment used in social interaction, is prevalent in Korean reality TV shows. Traditionally, psychology views self-deprecation as indicative of low self-esteem or related psychological disorders, such as depression.....»»
CEO of failing hospital chain got $250M amid patient deaths, layoffs, bankruptcy
Steward Health Care System, run by CEO Ralph de la Torre, filed for bankruptcy in May. Enlarge / Hospital staff and community members held a protest in front of Carney Hospital in Boston on August 5 as Steward has announced it.....»»
Green light for accurate vegetation research: Evaluation of global SIF datasets
A recent study has pinpointed the top-performing solar-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF) products for precise global monitoring of photosynthesis and vegetation dynamics. By thoroughly evaluating eight widely-used SIF datasets, the research team.....»»
M&A Success: Why unpacking the tech dynamics is mission critical
M&A Success: Why unpacking the tech dynamics is mission critical.....»»
Millions of kids are still skipping school. Could the answer be recess—and a little cash?
Flerentin "Flex" Jean-Baptiste missed so much school he had to repeat his freshman year at Medford High outside Boston. At school, "you do the same thing every day," said Jean-Baptiste, who was absent 30 days his first year. "That gets very frustrati.....»»
Teams forge communication shortcuts across large organizations to keep information flowing
When it comes to successful organizations, communication is key. But what does successful communication look like? A new study from North Carolina State University examines communication dynamics within a successful organization, uncovering the cruci.....»»
Study reveals urban trees suffer more from heat waves and drought than their rural counterparts
A recently published study in Ecological Applications details how trees in New York City and Boston are more negatively impacted by heat waves and drought than trees of the same species in nearby rural forests. The finding, made by researchers at the.....»»