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02Oct

Down Goes Antimatter! Gravity’s Effect on Matter’s Elusive Twin is Revealed

Credit: The conversation In a groundbreaking laboratory experiment, scientists have definitively determined the trajectory of individual antihydrogen atoms when dropped, concluding that antimatter falls downwards. This discovery confirms the gravitational attraction between antimatter and regular matter, eliminating the possibility of gravitational repulsion as an explanation for the scarcity of antimatter in the observable universe. Researchers from...

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27Sep

Why Our Skin Feels ‘Tight’ After Using Facial Cleanser

Stanford’s study reveals the mechanics behind skin sensations post-cleansing and moisturizing, offering insights for improved skincare product development and potential applications in wearable tech communication. Credit: iStock Researchers from Stanford University have revealed the process responsible for the sensation of skin tightness that occurs after cleansing and the subsequent relief provided by moisturizing. Their findings,...

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26Sep

2023 Software Spending Analysis Unveils Trends in Cost Optimization

Credit: Unsplash. The economic downturn and a heightened focus on cash flow have prompted organizations to examine their budgets closely. CFOs have mandated significant reductions in software expenditures, ranging from 10% to 30%. A report from CloudEagle, a SaaS procurement and management platform, sheds light on the evolving landscape of software spending. Shifting Priorities in Software...

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21Sep

Genetic Alteration of Individual Animal Cells

Mother Jones. Credit: Scientists at ETH Zurich have devised a technique for genetically modifying individual cells separately within animals. This innovation streamlines the research process, eliminating the need for numerous animal experiments. By applying this novel approach, the scientists have pinpointed genes linked to a severe, rare genetic disorder. Typically, investigating the genetic origins of...

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19Sep

Remote Work Reduces Carbon Footprint

Credit: New perspective Remote work reduces carbon footprint. A recent study conducted by Cornell University and Microsoft has highlighted the potential for remote workers to significantly reduce their carbon footprint, up to 54% less compared to their onsite counterparts. This substantial reduction is influenced by various factors, including lifestyle choices and the structure of...

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18Sep

Research Indicates that Facebook’s Structure Hinders its Ability to Manage False Information

Credit: Pixaobay Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, when false information thrived on the internet, several platforms introduced measures and strategies to counteract the dissemination of misinformation. Did these initiatives prove effective? According to a study published in Science Advances, Facebook, the world's largest social media platform, did not effectively combat COVID-19 vaccine misinformation through its policies. The...

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15Sep

Rising River Temperatures are Depleting Oxygen, Endangering Aquatic Ecosystems, Per a Recent Study

Credit: Pixaobay A study led by Penn State reveals that rivers are experiencing more rapid warming and oxygen loss compared to oceans. The research, published in the journal Nature Climate Change, indicates that out of approximately 800 rivers studied, 87% showed warming trends, and 70% exhibited oxygen loss. According to the study, river systems, especially in...

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11Sep

Revolutionizing Water and Food Production: Solar-Powered Vertical Sea Farms

The sun and the sea, both bountiful and freely available, are at the heart of a groundbreaking project aiming to create vertical sea farms that float on the ocean. These farms have the potential to produce fresh water for drinking and agriculture in a self-sufficient manner, all without human intervention.  A world-first initiative by researchers...

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11Sep

Advancing Algorithms through Statistics and Operations Research

Rahul Mazumder, an associate professor at MIT Sloan, develops and improves statistical models for a variety of uses. Credit: MIT. In our data-centric era, organizations rely extensively on data-rich models and algorithms, from insurers to health providers and social media platforms. These tools help discern user characteristics and influence behavior positively. However, optimizing these models...

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11Sep

Revolutionizing Tailsitter Flight: MIT’s Innovative Trajectory Planning Algorithms

Airplane. Credit: Unsplush. MIT researchers have broken new ground in aerial robotics by developing cutting-edge algorithms tailored for the precise trajectory planning and control of tailsitter aircraft.  These algorithms harness the exceptional maneuverability and versatility of tailsitters, enabling them to perform daring maneuvers like sideways and upside-down flight. Notably, these algorithms boast remarkable computational efficiency, capable of...

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