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Oct 7, 2023

AI’s Glimpse of the Future in 20 Years

Posted by in categories: habitats, robotics/AI

AI was used to assist in writing this article.

As we stand on the cusp of the third decade of the 21st century, it’s impossible not to wonder what the world will be like in 20 years. Technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, reshaping the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. While we can’t predict the future with absolute certainty, we can make some educated guesses based on current trends and emerging technologies. Here’s a glimpse into what life may look like in the year 2043.

Artificial Intelligence Everywhere Artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to permeate every aspect of our lives. AI-driven personal assistants will become even more sophisticated, anticipating our needs and managing various aspects of our daily routines. From smart homes that adjust to our preferences in real-time to AI-powered healthcare diagnostics, AI will be omnipresent.

Oct 7, 2023

Information on Potential Causes of Antisocial Personality Disorder

Posted by in categories: genetics, neuroscience

Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for the rights of others and violation of societal norms. Untreated forms of ASPD affect about three percent of the general population. While the exact causes of ASPD remain unclear, researchers have identified several potential factors that may contribute to its development.

1. Genetic Factors: Studies suggest a genetic component in the development of ASPD, with heritability estimates ranging from 40% to 70%. Genetic variants involved in neurotransmitter regulation, such as serotonin and dopamine, have been implicated in antisocial behavior (Ficks & Waldman, 2014).

2. Environmental Factors: Childhood experiences play a crucial role in the development of ASPD. Early exposure to abuse, neglect, or inconsistent parenting has been linked to an increased risk of developing antisocial behavior (Rhee & Waldman, 2011).

Oct 7, 2023

Cryonics Institute 2023 Annual General Meeting

Posted by in categories: cryonics, life extension

The Annual General Meeting of the Cryonics Institute was held Sunday, Sept. 10 in Clinton Township, MI.

Oct 7, 2023

Pig plasma to live longer?

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, education, life extension, nanotechnology

A quickie about E5.


Hello, i am back! Blood, sweat and tears have been shed these past months of absence. But enough sweating was done during the summer, tears have already been shed, so that just leaves me with blood. And whether taking a part of blood (plasma) and injecting it into old animals is enough for rejuvenation. That’s right, many of you may remember, earlier this year i made a video on the oldest living rat.- and now we have some updates: in particular, (i) what actually were the rats given, and (ii) what changes were seen, showing both some DNAm and glycan age data.

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Oct 7, 2023

OpenAI said to be considering developing its own AI chips

Posted by in categories: business, robotics/AI

OpenAI, one of the best-funded AI startups in business, is exploring making its own AI chips.

Discussions of AI chip strategies within the company have been ongoing since at least last year, according to Reuters, as the shortage of chips to train AI models worsens. OpenAI is reportedly considering a number of strategies to advance its chip ambitions, including acquiring an AI chip manufacturer or mounting an effort to design chips internally.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has made the acquisition of more AI chips a top priority for the company, Reuters reports.

Oct 7, 2023

New robotic finger mimics the real thing to grab better

Posted by in category: robotics/AI

MIT

They have called the new technology GelSight Svelte.

Oct 7, 2023

Robots are being used to cut up ships safely and emissions-free

Posted by in categories: robotics/AI, transportation

Robot arms yield powerful jets of water and sand.

Do you know how heavy container ships are decommissioned? The process takes place in South Asia with the use of fossil fuel-powered torches to tear the ships apart and cut them into smaller pieces.

This results in much pollution both from emissions and the waste that runs down to the sea from the broken ships. It is also quite dangerous for the operators who have no protective clothing and often suffer many fatalities.

Oct 7, 2023

China shares ambitious plans to double its space station

Posted by in category: space

The nation wants to become a leader in space exploration.

As the NASA-led International Space Station (ISS) approaches the end of its life cycle by the 2030s, China wants to increase the size of its space station from three to six modules over the next several years, according to a new report by Reuters.

The newly expanded space station will give astronauts from other countries a different platform for near-Earth missions and will be operational for more than 15 years.

Oct 7, 2023

AI predicts 70% of earthquakes a week before they occur

Posted by in categories: information science, robotics/AI

The system only flagged eight false warnings and missed one earthquake.

High precision and accuracy in earthquake prediction continues to be a key scientific challenge, and artificial intelligence (AI) has been investigated as a technique to enhance our capabilities in this crucial area.

This is because AI can analyze large datasets of seismic activity and identify patterns or anomalies that human analysts might miss. Machine learning algorithms can thus help researchers understand earthquake patterns better.

Oct 7, 2023

Can China’s Xuntian surpass the Hubble telescope?

Posted by in category: space

The orbital telescope is slated for launch in 2024.

China’s commitment to space exploration is evident through its active advancements, ranging from building its own space station to setting ambitious goals of sending humans to the Moon by 2030. They are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for space exploration.

China’s space agency has been hard at work preparing for another maiden mission, the Xuntian space telescope, which translates roughly as “surveying the heavens.”