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March 25, 2025 · 5 min read
Some techies today fear hell—not from a god, but from a computer. Human beings have a habit of wrapping up big unknowns in familiar stories. Even in our high-tech, secular age, the quest to create Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) often comes with a kind of religious or end-of-the-world fervor. Some communities of self-described rationalists speak […]
Yes, if it wants to spread seeds Picture a grizzly bear wandering the Canadian Rockies, its fur dappled with late afternoon sunlight as it forages for huckleberries. These tiny, vibrant berries may seem like mere snacks to the bear, but they hold a secret power: a partnership with their consumer that shapes ecosystems and sustains […]
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Tennis is more than just a game of serves and volleys—it’s a battle of precision, strategy, and endurance. But what if science could take this centuries-old sport to new heights? A recent study combines Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and big data analytics to uncover what separates the top-ranked players from the rest. The findings […]
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Imagine if every detail of a cancer patient’s journey—doctor’s notes, radiology reports, genetic profiles—could be transformed into a treasure trove of knowledge. That’s exactly what a groundbreaking dataset called MSK-CHORD promises. Developed by researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, this powerful tool combines real-world data with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) to change how we […]
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It was snowing this morning in Pennsylvania. That was nice. Here’s what we have next week…we don’t take off for Thanksgiving (but do slow down a bit). Explore and Learn with Science Dive into groundbreaking research and inspiring stories with ‘This Week in Science’! Perfect for teachers and science enthusiasts, our free weekly newsletter expands […]
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Imagine being a detective tasked with solving a mystery, but every time you uncover a new clue, someone takes away your tools. That’s the reality researchers face when trying to study online behaviors. For years, platforms like Twitter and Reddit provided open access to their data, enabling critical discoveries about misinformation, opinion polarization, and public […]
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Imagine a future where your health journey is seamlessly tracked while you sleep—all without wires, sensors, or a trip to a sleep clinic. Thanks to new advancements, that future is almost here. This groundbreaking study introduces a contactless sleep-tracking system that reads radio waves bouncing off your body to monitor sleep stages, detect apnea, and […]
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Imagine stumbling into a crowded online space where everyone believes they’ve uncovered a terrible truth that the rest of society denies. People gather here to swap stories, share frustrations, and discuss the threat they believe is lurking. For many, conspiracy theories provide comfort and an answer to the question of “why?”—even when these answers come […]
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Imagine walking into a factory where machines talk to each other, sensors predict failures before they happen, and energy efficiency is no longer a dream but a reality. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the transformative power of the Internet of Things (IoT) in manufacturing. But here’s the catch—while the potential is vast, many manufacturers face […]
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Ever wonder why some companies thrive amidst chaos while others struggle to stay afloat? In our rapidly changing world, success hinges on one powerful quality: agility. And no, we’re not talking about physical agility—this agility lives within people and teams, empowering them to adapt, react, and evolve no matter what comes their way. Workforce agility […]
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