A research team from the University of Lausanne (UNIL) and the Wyss Center has uncovered a novel class of brain cells that plays a pivotal role in brain function. These cells, possessing hybrid characteristics between neurons and glial cells, are found in various brain regions in mice and humans, offering unique insights into memory, motor […]
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After reaching a specific age, around 40% of individuals encounter varying levels of hearing impairment. Although age-related hearing loss is most common among adults aged 65 and above, it can commence as early as one’s 40s or 50s. Despite the widespread use of current diagnostic methods, they may not always identify initial signs of hearing
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While the majority of German Bionic’s powered exosuits are created to aid workers in industrial settings, the company’s newest contraption is focused on providing assistance to healthcare providers in hospital environments, as well as in elderly care and rehabilitation units. After its debut at VivaTech 2023 in Paris in June, where it was introduced to
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Scientists have discovered that by substituting a portion of sand with discarded coffee grounds – a substantial organic waste generated in significant quantities, typically destined for landfills – concrete can be fortified by 30%. This technique not only reinforces the concrete but also lessens the demand for natural resources such as sand, aligning with a
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In recent times, there has been a surge in quadruped “robotic dogs,” but they typically rely on control motors to sustain their running movements. In contrast, a novel experimental version continues to run independently after being initiated. A Canadian robotics student named Mickaël Achkar developed the device at Switzerland’s EPFL research institute by utilizing motion-capture
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Research conducted by the University of Cambridge reveals that the impact of robots on company profits follows a ‘U-shaped’ pattern. Initially, as companies adopt robots at low levels, their profit margins tend to decline. However, as robot adoption increases, profit margins start to rise again, eventually leading to higher profits. An Analysis of Industry Data
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Recent research highlights the gut’s crucial role in maintaining brain health. The study’s results suggest that using a probiotic could potentially mitigate memory and cognitive decline associated with aging. This breakthrough may pave the way for innovative, non-invasive approaches leveraging the gut microbiome to combat cognitive deterioration in the elderly. During the study, participants with
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Scientists at the California’s University San Diego have developed a novel approach, inspired by human dexterity, to enable a robotic hand to rotate objects solely through touch, eliminating the need for visual input. The team equipped a four-fingered robotic hand with 16 touch sensors on its palm and fingers. These low-cost, low-resolution touch sensors, each
A Robotic Hand Employs Touch, Rather Than Vision, to Manipulate and Rotate Objects Read More »
Researchers have created a range of robotic systems and planners that empower robots to expedite exploration, venture into uncharted territories, and generate highly precise and detailed maps. These systems enable robots to achieve these tasks autonomously, navigating and mapping without any human intervention. Carnegie Mellon University’s Autonomous Robotics Team However, a team of researchers from
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The International Journal of Computational Science and Engineering recently published a groundbreaking study presenting a fresh approach to autonomous robot navigation. This innovative method can prevent collisions and accidents across diverse applications in various environments, including industrial buildings, warehouses, agricultural fields, urban self-driving vehicles, search and rescue sites, healthcare settings, and even home and garden
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