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Oct 1, 2024

History of quantum computing: 12 key moments that shaped the future of computers

Posted by in categories: computing, quantum physics

Although quantum computing is a nascent field, there are plenty of key moments that defined it over the last few decades as scientists strive to create machines that can solve impossible problems.

Oct 1, 2024

Why are we called Fermilab?

Posted by in categories: education, nuclear energy, particle physics

On September 29, 1901 Enrico Fermi ForMemRS was born.


On May 11, 1974, National Accelerator Laboratory was given a new name: Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. The eponym honors famed Italian physicist Enrico Fermi, whose accomplishments in both theoretical and experimental physics place him among the greatest scientists of the 20th century.

Many visitors to Fermilab reasonably conclude from its name that Enrico Fermi worked at the laboratory, but he never did. In fact, he died in 1954, years before scientists even officially recommended the construction of a U.S. accelerator laboratory in 1963.

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Oct 1, 2024

Google’s UNREAL New AI

Posted by in categories: futurism, robotics/AI

The rapid advancement of AI-generated content is challenging our understanding of authenticity and creativity, raising significant ethical, regulatory, and existential questions about the future of human-AI collaboration Questions to inspire discussion AI-Generated Content Revolution đŸŽ™ïžQ: How is Google’s Notebook LM.

Oct 1, 2024

First Observation of One-in-10-Billion Particle Decay Hints at Hidden Physics

Posted by in category: particle physics

Physicists have detected a long-sought particle process that may suggest new forces and particles exist in the universe.

By Clara Moskowitz

Once in a very great while, an ephemeral particle called a kaon arises and then quickly decays away into three other obscure entities. Whether or not this happens in a particular way has very little bearing on most of us, who will go about our lives without knowing either way. But to physicists who have been searching for this arcane process for decades, it matters a lot; finding out how often it happens could reveal hidden aspects of our universe.

Oct 1, 2024

US scientist reveal mouth swab that can gauge your risk of death

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, chemistry, genetics, life extension

U.S. researchers developed CheekAge, a tool that reliably estimates mortality risk.


Researchers in the United States have created a next-generation tool named CheekAge, which uses methylation patterns found in easily obtainable cheek cells.

In a groundbreaking discovery, the team has demonstrated that CheekAge can reliably estimate mortality risk, even when epigenetic data from different tissues are utilized for analysis.

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Oct 1, 2024

A new and unique fusion reactor comes together due to global research collaboration

Posted by in categories: nuclear energy, particle physics

Like atoms coming together to release their power, fusion researchers worldwide are joining forces to solve the world’s energy crisis. Harnessing the power of fusing plasma as a reliable energy source for the power grid is no easy task, requiring global contributions.

Oct 1, 2024

New insights into exotic nuclei creation using Langevin equation model

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, information science

The improved accuracy of MNT reaction predictions provided by this model could facilitate the production of isotopes that are difficult to generate using other methods. These isotopes are valuable for scientific research and , such as diagnostics and treatments. According to Prof. Zhang, the goal is to keep the model comprehensive yet practical for experimental use.

This development represents a step forward in , contributing to the understanding of exotic nuclei production through MNT reactions. Further refinement of the model may enhance its utility in guiding future research and improving rare isotope production processes.

This research was conducted in collaboration with Beijing Normal University, Beijing Academy of Science and Technology, and the National Laboratory of Heavy Ion Accelerator of Lanzhou.

Oct 1, 2024

Headband-like device uses speckle contrast optical spectroscopy to predict stroke risk

Posted by in category: biotech/medical

A team of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC and California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have developed a potential new way to measure a person’s stroke risk that is cost-effective and noninvasive, akin to a cardiac stress test. If validated through further tests, the device could transform stroke care, making early detection of increased risk a standard part of medical exams around the world.

Oct 1, 2024

A new apparatus for analyzing partial coherence in integrated photonic networks

Posted by in category: energy

Anyone familiar with optics labs is familiar with the extremes of light coherence: laser beams are highly coherent, producing clear interference patterns used for precise applications like atomic manipulation or precise sensing. In contrast, light from sources like flashlights is incoherent, typically unable to produce such patterns without considerable effort, or at the cost of considerable optical power losses.

Oct 1, 2024

Some 500 scientists to be impacted when Europe lab CERN cuts Russia ties

Posted by in category: futurism

Europe’s physics lab CERN said Sunday that some 500 scientists linked to Russian institutes will be affected when it stops cooperation with Russia in late November as planned.

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