Think about the remarkable mechanics of the human knee. As the body’s largest hinge joint, it consists of two rounded bones connected by ligaments that not only swing like a door but also roll and glide over one another, enabling the knee to bend, straighten, and maintain balance. Researchers at Harvard’s John A. Paulson School […]
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Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive substances (commonly referred to as CBRNE) can endanger both the public and emergency responders. In 2023, a tiny cesium capsule fell from a truck in Australia, sparking a major search. The growing number of hybrid attacks and other destabilizing activities has further intensified the threat landscape. Two research departments
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Australian scientists have developed a research platform called PROTEUS (PROTein Evolution Using Selection) that uses biological artificial intelligence to design and evolve molecules with new or enhanced functions directly within mammalian cells. According to the team, this technology represents a powerful new tool for creating more precise research instruments and gene therapies. PROTEUS employs directed
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A South African student, Bohlale Mphahlele, has created a discreet safety earring that records evidence and alerts others, transforming the fear of walking alone into a practical solution for women. The device looks like an ordinary, understated earring, intentionally designed to avoid drawing attention. Its simple design hides a smart system that lets the wearer
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China is rapidly using AI-powered humanoid robots to manage city traffic and assist law enforcement. The Humanoid Robot Managing Urban Traffic A recent example is the R001 Intelligent Police Unit, a humanoid robot integrated with the city’s traffic light network. Wearing a uniform and cap, the robot performs traffic gestures and uses cameras and AI
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If you’ve ever had an ultrasound, you know that while the procedure itself is generally easy to tolerate, the cold, gooey gel applied to your skin beforehand can be quite uncomfortable. Researchers in Japan have now developed a potential alternative. Despite its unpleasant texture, temperature, and slight odor, ultrasound gel is essential for the procedure.
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An outbreak of the highly lethal Nipah virus in India has placed several Asian countries on heightened alert, as the virus carries a human fatality rate ranging from 40% to 75%. In response to at least two deaths reported this month in India’s West Bengal state, countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore have implemented
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Walking in the rain with an umbrella is rarely hands-free. One hand holds the umbrella, the other juggles a bag or phone—and a gust of wind can spoil it all. That’s why a floating, hands-free umbrella is so appealing. That’s the premise behind a flying umbrella created by YouTuber and maker John Xu from the
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A China-developed humanoid robot has made history by directly connecting to a low Earth orbit satellite without relying on traditional ground networks. Known as Embodied Tien Kung, it became the first humanoid robot to autonomously carry out this type of satellite communication. The achievement was unveiled by X-Humanoid on Friday (23) at the 3rd Beijing
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Tesla has concluded its 2025 fiscal year earnings call, revealing that its profits nearly halved compared to the previous year. The company reported a GAAP net income of $3.8 billion, down from $7.1 billion in 2024, marking a 46% decrease. Yikes. From Electric Cars to Full Autonomy with AI and Robotics That’s a tough situation
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