Quantum technologies have transitioned from theoretical physics to practical application more swiftly than many expected. Quantum computers represent a paradigm shift in computation. Quantum computing is becoming increasingly feasible, thanks to recent advancements that make it simpler to build and more effective at scaling. Quantum computing, sensing, encryption, and networking are set to provide exponential computational capabilities while concurrently disrupting cybersecurity frameworks.
Quantum computing will empower computers to analyze vast amounts of data and perform calculations at unprecedented speeds. It will only take a few seconds to download libraries.
In this video I’m ranking of the biggest empires, civilisations and cosmic powers in science fiction. We’re comparing territory, population, military reach, longevity and control to ask one ridiculous question: what is the largest empire in sci-fi? A question that quickly got out of hand.
Age-related neurodegenerative disorders, including dementia, are a major global health concern. This article describes the first comprehensive, data-driven molecular model of the neuro-glia-vascular system to explore the complex relationships between the aging brain, energy metabolism, blood flow, and neuronal activity. Comprising 16,800 interaction pathways, the model includes all key enzymes, transporters, metabolites, and circulatory factors vital for neuronal electrical activity. We found significant alterations in metabolite concentrations and differential effects on adenosine triphosphate (ATP) supply in neurons and astrocytes and within subcellular compartments in aged brains and identified reduced sodium/potassium adenosine triphosphatase (Na+/K+-ATPase) activity as the leading cause of impaired neuronal action potentials.
The cell membrane contains a large number of proteins, which perform a wide variety of functions. Some serve as transport channels, specifically guiding substances into the cell or carrying cellular products out of it. Others are receptors, which detect control signals and then trigger processes in the cell. These proteins are folded in complex three-dimensional structures, with the specific form essential for the protein function.
One question remains unanswered in many cases for researchers: How do the proteins manufactured by the ribosomes – the “factories” of the cells – in the cell interior reach their position within the membrane in the correct form and when did the processes become established over the course of evolution?
For those who have enjoyed Westworld and other Sci-fi movies and writings of high quality that have imagined digital beings, robots, like humans, I give you “The Specification”. I have worked for weeks on this, if not years imaging it, and it kind of makes sense. I give it freely. It is what it is, I take no responsibility for birthing the document which creates a digital virtual human being! Not joking actually…
VHOS —A generic OS for capturing, modeling, and re-instantiating “virtual human beings” across successive generations of AI — the Virtual Human Operating System.
Two-dimensional magnetic semiconductors provide a unique platform where long-range magnetic order coexists with strongly bound excitons. Because excitonic states and magnetic moments originate from the same electronic orbitals and couple via intrinsic exchange interactions, optical excitations in these systems exhibit pronounced sensitivity to magnetic order. Recent experiments show unusually strong magneto-optical responses and direct exciton–magnon coupling, establishing new routes for controlling light–matter interactions with spin degrees of freedom. This Review surveys key developments, focusing on representative material systems, experimental signatures, and theoretical frameworks used to describe these phenomena. We conclude with perspectives on how this rapidly evolving field could enable next-generation optoelectronic and quantum technologies leveraging the coupled dynamics of light, charge and spin.
In this Review, the interplay of excitons, magnons and photons in two-dimensional magnetic semiconductors and how this enables control of light–matter interactions are discussed, and promising opportunities for magneto-optic optoelectronic and quantum applications are surveyed.
For the past months, I’ve been building DiGem — a project focused on creating a Human Digital Twin: a digital representation of a person that combines health data, AI, lifestyle habits, and gamification into one system.
Imagine:
⚡ Your body displayed as a dashboard 🧠 AI acting as your personal health coach 📈 Real-time monitoring of your health and performance 🎮 Improving yourself through levels, XP, and achievements 🧬 A digital twin that evolves together with you.
On Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 1 p.m. U.S. Pacific Time, watch a compilation stream of four additional presentations from the May 2–3, 2026, sessions at the University of California, Berkeley Conference on Aging and Longevity (BerkeleyCAL), hosted by Professor Steven A. Garan, Director of Bioinformatics at the Center for Research and Education on Aging.
These presentations focus key insights in geroscience, both from its history and in regard to promising future directions and some implications for effective advocacy; they are delivered by some of the leading researchers in longevity science – Aubrey de Grey, Brendan Hughes, Felipe Sierra, and Michael West. Three of the presentations include question-and-answer sessions.
Dr. Aubrey de Grey of the Longevity Escape Velocity Foundation (LEVF) discusses the historical approaches to viewing aging and their shortcomings, as well as the damage-repair approach that he has championed and its prospects for rejuvenating the body. He also discusses implications for advocacy and which tactics could be more effective in bringing the public on board. Note: This presentation is an excerpt, captured by USTP Chairman Stolyarov on his phone camera. It is being made available due to the official recording having been lost.
Dr. Brendan Hughes from the Buck Institute discusses his thesis research on how DNA damage shapes unique, disease-relevant senescent cell states in neurons and other brain cell types. He details a methodology involving the direct differentiation of fibroblasts into neurons and oligodendrocytes to better understand aging-related cellular responses and potential therapeutic targets for Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Hughes also highlights the importance of basic research in developing future interventions, such as senescence-targeted therapies or DNA repair modulations. The question-and-answer session includes a question from USTP Chairman Stolyarov to Dr. Hughes.
Dr. Felipe Sierra advocates for a shift in geroscience from solely targeting age-related diseases to focusing on maintaining intrinsic health and functional capacity. He proposes that molecular resilience acts as the crucial link between aging biology and long-term health, suggesting that strengthening this resilience could prevent the onset of multiple morbidities. Ultimately, he calls for more robust longitudinal studies and clinical trials that prioritize health-span metrics over the traditional, disease-centered approach to geriatric medicine.
Dr. Michael West explores the biological dichotomy between mortal somatic cells and the immortal germline to explain the fundamental mechanisms of aging and cellular regeneration. He discusses the history of stem-cell research and his work on telomeres and nuclear transfer, which demonstrated that developmental aging and cellular differentiation are reversible processes. Dr. West proposes a new approach to regenerative medicine that focuses on unlocking the body’s innate potential by targeting heterochrony genes to combat chronic degenerative diseases.
