Independent measurements of the charge radius of the helium-3 nucleus using two different methods have yielded significantly different results, prompting a re-evaluation of underlying theory. The discrepancy hints at physics beyond the Standard Model of particle physics. Theoretical calculations inspired by the results may have already resolved the discrepancy. Forecast for 6 months: Theoretical physicists…
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A multinational team of researchers has identified potential pitfalls in the evaluation and measurement of algorithmic bias in AI radiology models. They suggest best practices and future directions to mitigate bias in three key areas: medical image datasets, demographic definitions, and statistical evaluations of bias. The team emphasizes the importance of accurate measurements of race-…
Scientists at the European X-ray Free Electron Laser (XFEL) have made a groundbreaking discovery by capturing the first detailed view of the microstructure of liquid carbon. This achievement will help refine models of liquid carbon, enabling important insights into the role it plays in the interior of ice giant planets like Uranus and Neptune. The…
A team of researchers at the University of Rochester has developed a new solid-state laser that can make precise optical measurements at a vast number of points per second, while sweeping across a broad range of optical wavelengths. This breakthrough could lead to the miniaturization of optical metrology, with potential applications in fields such as…
Astronomers in China have made a groundbreaking discovery in the Milky Way, observing a rare eclipsing binary pulsar, PSR J1928+1815. This pulsar, a rapidly spinning neutron star, is partially eclipsed by an orbiting companion star every few hours. The discovery sheds new light on how binary star systems evolve and could help scientists study the…
A team of researchers at the University of Chicago has developed a portable device called the Airborne Biomarker Localization Engine (ABLE) that can detect gas molecules associated with certain diseases in the air. This device has the potential to revolutionize the way we diagnose and treat diseases, especially in hospitals and public places. The ABLE…
Researchers in Canada and Singapore have discovered a unique protein in velvet worm slime that could revolutionize the design of high-performance polymers, making them more sustainable than current versions. This breakthrough has the potential to inspire the creation of recyclable and non-toxic materials that could transform various industries. Forecast for 6 months: Within the next…
Researchers at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University have developed a sound-controlled fluidic processor that can precisely manipulate droplets with a broad range of volumes. This breakthrough technology has the potential to transform applications in biology, chemistry, and lab-on-a-chip systems. The device is biocompatible, non-invasive, and can be used for point-of-care diagnostics, drug screening, and automated…
A team at Northwestern Medicine in Illinois has successfully integrated a generative AI tool into a live clinical workflow to draft radiology reports on X-ray images. The AI model increased documentation efficiency by an average of 15.5% while maintaining diagnostic accuracy. This breakthrough has the potential to transform the way radiologists work, saving time and…
Researchers in Israel have made a groundbreaking discovery that reveals the intricate connection between proton transfer and electron spin in living organisms. This finding, published in PNAS, suggests that essential life processes are intrinsically quantum in nature. The study, led by Yossi Paltiel and his team, used lysozyme crystals to demonstrate the relationship between proton…