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Jan 10, 2025

A mysterious galaxy with no need for dark matter

Posted by in category: cosmology

The enigmatic galaxy AGC 114,905 spans vast distances but contains 100 times fewer stars than the Milky Way.

Jan 10, 2025

Uncommon Collaborators: Data science for clean water

Posted by in categories: governance, information science, science

A Stanford geophysicist and lawyer team up to use big data for water quality monitoring and governance.

Jan 10, 2025

Elon Musk JUST Dropped Massive Bombshell on Tesla Bots, Neuralink and Major Tesla Updates | CES 2025

Posted by in categories: Elon Musk, government, internet, robotics/AI, space travel

At CES 2025, Elon Musk joined Mark Penn the Stagwell CEO, and 25 CMOs to discuss AI, robotics, Neuralink, space exploration, and Mars colonization. Musk shared bold predictions on AI’s role in cognitive tasks, humanoid robots, autonomous cars, and X’s future as a platform for collective human consciousness. They also explored government’s role in tech, internet connectivity, and combating global pessimism.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome.
01:52 Elon Musk on AI and Future Technology.
05:12 Advancements in Self-Driving Cars.
07:23 Humanoid Robots and Their Impact.
09:26 Mars Colonization Plans.
11:24 Neuralink and Brain-Computer Interfaces.
14:03 Government Efficiency and Budget Cuts.
17:49 Freedom of Speech and Social Media.
23:50 Optimism for the Future.

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Jan 9, 2025

Increasing the biomolecular relevance of cell culture practice

Posted by in category: biotech/medical

An informative review on the benefits and drawbacks and biological effects of various kinds of in vitro cell culture media.


The biomolecular relevance of medium supplements is a key challenge affecting cell culture practice. The biomolecular composition of commonly used supplements differs from that of a physiological environment, affecting the validity of conclusions drawn from in vitro studies. This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of common supplements, including context-dependent considerations for supplement selection to improve biomolecular relevance, especially in nanomedicine and extracellular vesicle research.

Jan 9, 2025

Cephalopods Pass Cognitive Test Designed For Human Children

Posted by in categories: food, neuroscience

Back in 2021, a test of cephalopod smarts reinforced how important it is for us humans to not underestimate animal intelligence.

Cuttlefish were given a new version of the marshmallow test, and the results may demonstrate that there’s more going on in their strange little brains than we knew.

Their ability to learn and adapt, the researchers said, could have evolved to give cuttlefish an edge in the cutthroat eat-or-be-eaten marine world they live in.

Jan 9, 2025

The 10 Largest Spherical Space Vessels & Structures In Movies

Posted by in categories: alien life, entertainment

In the expansive realm of science fiction, spacecraft come in a stunning array of shapes, sizes, and technological capabilities. While much has been said about the iconic vessels in the Star Trek universe, this video takes a refreshing turn to explore a broader landscape of sci-fi. We will delve into the fascinating world of the ten largest spherical structures that have captivated audiences in movies and TV series. From massive space stations to monumental alien constructs, each of these remarkable creations offers unique insights into the imaginative possibilities of the genre.

Jan 9, 2025

World’s first cryopreservation facility could unlock immortality, delay death

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, cryonics, life extension, neuroscience

Think of a future where terminal illnesses can be temporarily halted, allowing time for the development of potential cures.

TimeShift, the world’s first cryopreservation facility, seeks to make the impossible – extending human lifespan – a reality.

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Jan 9, 2025

There’s a speed limit to human thought — and it’s ridiculously low

Posted by in categories: internet, neuroscience

Human brains take in sensory data at more than 1 billion bits per second, but only process that information at a measly 10 bits per second, new research has found.

Jan 9, 2025

Artists find a green, glowing mushroom in a Swiss forest

Posted by in category: mobile phones

“Nowadays we always have our mobile phones or a flashlight, but to see bioluminescence in the forest, it has to be pitch black,” said Rudolf.

They collected some samples of the glowing specimen, originally thinking it was a known bioluminescent species called Mycena haematopus. In their well-lit studio, the artists realized that it was another species called the saffron drop bonnet mushroom (Mycena crocata). While this mushroom is known for its saffron-coloured milk, it had not previously been described as bioluminescent.

[ Related: A simple experiment revealed the complex ‘thoughts’ of fungi. ].

Jan 9, 2025

25-year update on the “Millennium problems” in physics

Posted by in category: physics

How much progress have physicists made on the 10 millennium problems?

So far their success rate is 1 out of 10.


In the year 2000, physicists created a list of the ten most important unsolved problems in their field. 25 years later, here’s where we are.

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