Rick Slayman has inspired millions, his family has notedThe initial successful transplantation of a genetically modified pig kidney into a human recipient continues to be celebrated as a significant medical breakthrough and achievement, despite the unfortunate passing of the recipient.Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), where 62-year-old Richard "Rick" Slayman underwent the groundbreaking procedure, clarified that...
Credit: PixabayIn recent years, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has captivated many scientists. Some are now exploring the concept of artificial superintelligence (ASI), envisioning AI that not only exceeds human intelligence but also transcends human learning limitations.But what if reaching this milestone isn't just an extraordinary feat? What if it also marks...
NTNU University Museum has recreated the Hitra man as he probably looked: approximately 169 cm tall, fair-haired and blue-eyed. The model of the Hitra man was created by Thomas Foldberg. Credit: Åge Hojem / NTNU University MuseumIn 1916, during the upgrade of a road leading to Fausland farm on Hitra Island, workers upgrading the...
Credit: PixabayWe're aware that communication extends beyond mere words. Facial expressions, intonations, hand gestures, and other nuances enrich our expressions. Yet, in the realm of social media, these subtleties are absent.To date, there has been limited exploration into social media communication compared to traditional offline channels. In a recent study, Boleslaw Szymanski, Ph.D., and...
Credit: PixabayA recent study suggests that a novel model for forecasting the influence of climate change on malaria transmission in Africa might pave the way for more precise interventions aimed at controlling the disease.Previous techniques relied on rainfall measurements to infer the presence of surface water conducive to mosquito breeding. However, a study led...
This ever-growing permafrost-destroying 'sink hole' was originally a small gully in the 1960sMurton et al/Permafrost Periglacial ProcessesWhether you admire John Carpenter's creations or have a fascination with biology, the thawing of subterranean permafrost in polar areas presents notable apprehensions. In a recent discovery, researchers revealed a 'zombie virus' dating back 48,500 years, extracted from...
Still frame from a video shot inside a humanoid robot factory in ChinaExRobotsA brief video circulating on social media today has stirred concern, as it offers a glimpse inside a Chinese factory producing humanoid robots. The video showcases a series of lifelike humanoids in various stages of construction, featuring remarkably realistic appearances with partially...
Credit: PixabayNutritionists and medical researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health have discovered evidence suggesting that daily intake of olive oil could lower the risk of dementia.In their research published in the journal JAMA Network Open, the team examined data from two extensive health databases, comprising thousands of individuals. They observed...
Aerial view of flooded streets in the Navegantes neighborhood of Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul state, Brazil on May 4, 2024.Southern Brazil authorities worked urgently on Sunday to rescue individuals from severe floods and mudslides, marking the area's worst-ever climate disaster. The calamity has resulted in a death toll of at least 78,...
Conceptual art representing ChemCrow. Credit: Ella Maru StudioDeveloping AI for chemical synthesis is a groundbreaking achievement with profound implications for science and industry. By leveraging AI, researchers can streamline the process of discovering new molecules, accelerating drug development, materials science, and other areas.This technology promises to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and unlock new...
