Seismic detectors around the world picked up a mysterious signal in September 2023, which was later confirmed to be caused by standing waves, or seiches, triggered by massive tsunamis in a narrow waterway off the coast of Greenland. Researchers at the University of Oxford used satellite altimetry data to construct images of the seiches, demonstrating…
Scientists at Harvard have made a groundbreaking discovery about the fungus Entomophthora muscae, which infects flies and causes them to die at sunset. The researchers found that the fungus has a built-in kill clock, which is driven by its own internal clock, and not by the fly’s body clock. This discovery sheds new light on…
Figma, a popular design tool, is set to go public with an initial public offering (IPO) that could raise up to $1.5 billion. The company’s founder and CEO, Dylan Field, will sell 2.35 million shares, cashing out over $62 million at the midrange price. Existing shareholders, including venture investors like Index, Greylock, Kleiner Perkins, and…
Researchers at the University of Oxford and the University of Michigan have developed a new type of microrobot that can deliver therapeutics with precision and navigate complex biological terrains. The microrobots, called permanent magnetic droplet-derived microrobots (PMDMs), are made from a biocompatible hydrogel and can be tailored to each clinical scenario. They can carry drugs…
MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has released a new report highlighting a dramatic generational shift in crypto trading patterns. The report reveals that two-thirds of Gen Z users (aged 18-27) rely on or are willing to adopt AI-powered tools as part of their trading strategies. This trend is expected to intensify in the coming…
A devastating wave of floods has swept across the United States, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The extreme rainfall events are linked to climate change, with rising temperatures leading to increased water vapor in the atmosphere. Oceanographer Joellen Russell explains that the warming ocean is also a key factor, contributing to the flooding…
Rune Technologies, a startup founded by veterans, has raised $24 million in a Series A round to develop AI-enabled software for military logistics. The company’s flagship product, TyrOS, aims to transform manual logistics processes into intelligent supply webs that predict future needs and optimize current resources. With its edge-first architecture and deep learning models, TyrOS…
Researchers in Japan have successfully visualized the formation and evolution of quasiparticles known as excitons in carbon nanotubes for the first time. This breakthrough could aid the development of nanotube-based nanoelectronic and nanophotonic devices. The team used a technique called ultrafast infrared scattering-type scanning near-field optical microscopy (IR s-SNOM) to image excitons in carbon nanotubes,…
Three biotech companies, Actio Biosciences, AIRNA Therapeutics, and Alesta Therapeutics, have recently raised significant funding to advance treatments for genetic diseases. Actio Biosciences is developing treatments for rare neurological conditions, while AIRNA Therapeutics is working on a “RNA cure” for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Alesta Therapeutics is focusing on orally available small-molecule therapies for genetic disorders….
Researchers have successfully used an artificial intelligence system called Aeneas to analyze the Res Gestae Divi Augusti, a famous Latin inscription. The AI system identified subtle language parallels with Roman legal documents and reflected “imperial political discourse,” an insight not previously noted by human historians. This breakthrough has the potential to transform the way historians…