Scientists have managed to prevent the rejection of a pig kidney transplanted into a human donor. The organ continued to function for 61 days in a 57-year-old brain-dead man in the United States — the longest a genetically engineered pig organ has ever lasted in a brain-dead human. In two studies published today in Nature, […]
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Sometimes scientific findings reveal connections that seem surprising at first but become more understandable on closer consideration—such as a correlation between lower IQ and difficulty following conversations in noisy settings. Previous research has shown that neurodiverse individuals may struggle more than others to hear speech in noisy environments. To explore this further, a team of
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In an MIT classroom, a professor delivers a lecture as students take careful notes to review and absorb essential material in preparation for an exam. Humans naturally learn and retain new information, but large language models (LLMs) lack this ability. Once deployed, a trained LLM has a fixed “brain” that can’t permanently incorporate new knowledge.
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Modeled on natural processes, the artificial leaf harnesses sunlight and catalysts to transform CO₂ and water into energy-rich compounds like hydrogen or methanol, using advanced materials for greater efficiency than plants. This artificial photosynthesis process can both remove pollutants and produce usable energy, making it a highly discussed breakthrough in environmental science. Optimizing Materials for
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Weather forecasting has always been unpredictable — and climate modeling even more so. However, advances in modeling techniques and computing power have greatly improved our ability to anticipate nature’s behavior. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute unveil a near–kilometer-scale model combining weather and climate simulation. A Near–Kilometer-Scale Model of Earth’s Systems The model’s resolution is
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Engineers have developed a next-generation, domestically made fire suppression system that autonomously detects oil fires on naval ships and accurately extinguishes them, even in challenging maritime conditions. AI independently verifies the presence of a fire and activates the system only when a real fire is detected. It directs its extinguishing agent precisely at the fire
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Scientists have successfully altered a class of proteins to enable them to conduct and store electricity. These engineered proteins are stable, easy-to-process, sustainable, and biocompatible conductive materials suitable for industrial use. Modular LEGO Proteins The research, led by Aitziber L. Cortajarena, Calvo, and Morant published a paper in Advanced Materials as part of the e-PROT
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A smart ring aims to turn voice into an interface and thoughts into actions, marking the dawn of conversational wearables and reshaping how we engage with AI. For decades, our interaction with technology has revolved around screens, keyboards, and touch. Now, a new generation of devices is reimagining that relationship—where speech, gesture, and presence emerge
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Converting waste carbon into valuable products is essential for sustainable manufacturing. We can recycle carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide and then convert it into energy-dense compounds using electricity. However, current systems rely on anion exchange membranes that degrade over time when exposed to organic substances, reducing their overall efficiency. Low-Cost Diaphragms Offer Efficient Alternative for
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Neuropsychologist and study author Kristen Knowles explains that horror films trigger the release of relaxation-related chemicals like dopamine and endorphins. This response creates sensations of pleasure and ease, which, according to the research, can help reduce the perception of pain. The expert notes that, beyond the effects of pain-relieving hormones, horror films also work by
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