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Quantum Computers Could Freeze Just Like Regular PCs

Leave a Comment / Computer & Electronics, Quantum Technology / Jorge Paka

Even minor but repeated disruptions can be enough to make quantum computers malfunction. Quantum computers could eventually solve challenging problems faster and more efficiently than today’s supercomputers, from simulating molecules to optimizing complex logistics. Achieving this potential will require increasing the number of qubits, the fundamental units used to store and process quantum information. However, […]

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Gold Nanoclusters May Boost the Power of Quantum Computers

Nanotechnology, Quantum Technology, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

Researchers discovered that gold “super atoms” can act much like the atoms used in advanced quantum systems—except they’re significantly easier to scale up. These miniature clusters can be tailored at the molecular scale, providing a flexible and robust platform for future quantum technologies. Gold Clusters as Scalable Quantum Building Blocks Quantum technologies—from computing to sensing—rely

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Scientists Superheat Gold, Defying Conventional Physical Laws

Science & Education, Scientific Equipments / Eduardo Paulo

In a pioneering experiment, scientists heated gold to temperatures well beyond the previously assumed thermodynamic limit for solids. They used ultrafast, intense laser pulses to heat a thin gold sheet without melting it. Discovery Challenges Long-Held Theory on Thermal Limits of Solids Published in Nature on July 23, the discovery challenges the “entropy catastrophe” theory,

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Innovative Nanotech Sponge Captures Pollutants and Recovers Valuable Materials

Scientific Equipments / Valeriano Ndeyi

A new sponge technology absorbs pollutants and releases them for reuse, offering a cost-effective way to clean waterways and recover resources. A Smarter Solution for Water Pollution With rising water contamination from agricultural runoff and industrial waste, researchers seek better ways to remove harmful substances like phosphate, copper, and zinc. Existing methods can be expensive

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AI Predicts Real-Time Plasma Instabilities in Nuclear Fusion Reactor

1 Comment / Artificial Intelligence, Computer & Electronics, Invention, Quantum Technology, Tech / Marcílio Santos

Deep within the confines of the tokamak, a toroidal chamber sculpted to embrace the marvels of nuclear fusion, hydrogen atoms collide with immense force, birthing a searing plasma hotter than the sun. Nuclear fusion is key to sustainable energy, leveraging hydrogen isotopes, abundant elements readily extracted from water, and diverse sources. Unveiling AI-Driven Solutions Recent

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China Reveals Coin-Sized Nuclear Battery with 50-Year Lifespan

Quantum Technology, Science & Education, Tech / Ngoma Manuel

A Chinese startup, Betavolt, has revealed a groundbreaking development in nuclear batteries. The BV100, a tiny atomic energy battery the size of a small coin, claims to provide a continuous power supply for up to 50 years without charge.This innovation could potentially revolutionize how electronic devices are powered, although significant advancements are still required before

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Evaluating Education’s Impact on Declining Fertility

E-Courses, Science & Education, Tech / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

IIASA scientists have pioneered a new approach to restore fertility and education data, specifically in developing nations facing erratic or uncertain data sets. Accurate and consistent data is crucial for policymakers to assess how women’s education influences fertility rates, especially during times of educational growth and declining fertility, a prevalent trend globally. Evaluating Education’s Impact

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Advancing Quantum Computing: Extending Coherence Time for Charge Qubits

Quantum Technology, Science & Education, Tech / Ngoma Manuel

Coherence stands as a pillar of effective communication, whether it is in writing, speaking, or information processing. This principle extends to quantum bits or qubits, the building blocks of quantum computing. A Quantum Leap in Coherence Time A team led by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory has achieved a significant milestone

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Enabling Machine Learning to Inquire Can Enhance its Intelligence

Computer & Electronics, Science & Education, Tech, Virtual Learning / Jorge Paka

Researchers from Duke University’s biomedical engineering department have showcased a novel approach that significantly enhances the performance of machine learning models in the search for new molecular therapeutics, even when utilizing only a small portion of the available data. By employing an algorithm that actively detects gaps in datasets, the accuracy of the models can

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How AI Can Utilize Classroom Conversations for Predicting Academic Success

Educational Tech, Science & Education / Jorge Paka

By embracing e-learning and online classrooms, valuable insights into the success patterns and behaviors of students have emerged. With the assistance of AI, researchers have identified and analyzed these crucial factors. The idea that in-class, off-topic dialog could serve as a substantial indicator of a student’s academic success might have been unexpected. However, scientists at

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