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Lab-grown embryos are first to reach 14 days, potentially paving way for artificial wombs

Posted by Karen Hurst in futurism

May 4
2016

Can anyone say 1984?

Research teams from the U.S. and U.K. have reportedly lab-grown a human embryo for 14 days, allowing for the improved study of early human development.

UAE Plans to Build an Artificial Mountain to Change the Weather

Posted by Shailesh Prasad in futurism

May 4
2016

The next logical step after cloud seeding.

Intermediates in a chemical reaction photographed ‘red-handed’

Posted by Karen Hurst in futurism

May 3
2016

For the first time, researchers have imaged and identified the bond configuration of the intermediates in a complex sequence of chemical transformations of enediyne molecules on a silver surface and has resolved the microscopic mechanisms that account for their behavior.

World’s Largest Radio Telescope Nears Completion, And It’s Going To Find ALIENS

Posted by Sean Brazell in futurism

May 3
2016

The world’s largest radio telescope is almost finished — and it’s going to try to make contact with extra-terrestrial life.

This fascinating video and stunning photos show how close the 500m wide Aperture Spherical Telescope, or “FAST”, is to completion.

The structure, in China, will be operational by September and key components have already been tested.

TO Understand IS TO Perceive Patterns

Posted by Shailesh Prasad in futurism

May 1
2016

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That moment when the dots connect.

Smart Contact Lenses

Posted by Shailesh Prasad in futurism

May 1
2016

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These contact lenses can record and play back video.

Falcon Heavy Structure

Posted by Andreas Matt in futurism

May 1
2016

Cool!

The World’sMost Powerful Rocket.

The leap second: Because our clocks are more accurate than the Earth

Posted by Karen Hurst in futurism

The Earth’s lurches are erratic, so we don’t even know when the next one is needed.

The Futuristic Aircraft That May Replace the Black Hawk Will Fly Next Year

Posted by Sean Brazell in futurism, transportation

But don’t expect the V-280 or SB-1 to hit battlefields until after 2030 — unless their builders find other customers first.

Skin and Hair Recoloration

Posted by Shailesh Prasad in futurism

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Scientists may soon be able to alter your skin and hair color.