A team of researchers in England has launched a contest to create a magical experience based solely on sound, challenging the conventional notion that magic tricks rely on visual elements. The project aims to explore the human mind’s perception and understanding of reality, making magic more inclusive for people with visual impairments. The contest has…
Scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder have discovered that lightning can trigger bursts of high-energy electrons in the Earth’s inner radiation belt, posing a potential threat to spacecraft and astronauts. The researchers analyzed data from a NASA satellite and found that these bursts can occur at low energies, making them difficult to detect. This…
Researchers in South Africa have updated the country’s health-research ethics guidelines to include a new section on heritable human genome editing, a technique that involves introducing genetic changes to sperm, eggs, or embryos, which will be passed down through successive generations. This move has sparked concerns globally, as it could put South Africa one step…
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease of the central nervous system that affects nearly one million people in the U.S. alone. Biotech companies are working to expand therapeutic options for the disease, which is currently treated with disease-modifying drugs. Several companies, including Biogen, Immunic Therapeutics, Kyverna Therapeutics, Progentos Therapeutics, TG Therapeutics, and Zenas BioPharma, are…
Lunex Network, a newcomer in the altcoin market, is expected to experience a massive 18x rally by the end of its presale, with analysts predicting up to 1800% gains for LNEX holders. Meanwhile, Shiba Inu and Pepe investors are taking notice, with Shiba Inu’s price surging by 49.63% over the last seven days and Pepe…
Bitcoin has reached a record high of $89,637, driven by investors’ optimism about a potential crypto-friendly Trump administration. The cryptocurrency has gained over 30% since the US presidential election, with many anticipating that Trump’s policies will lead to increased demand for digital currencies. This surge in value comes after Trump’s radical change in stance on…
A team of researchers from the National Geographic Society’s Pristine Seas team has discovered the world’s largest standalone coral off the coast of the Solomon Islands. The coral, estimated to be 300 to 500 years old, measures 34 meters wide, 32 meters long, and 6 meters tall, making it longer than the average blue whale….
Amazon has launched a new store called Amazon Haul, which offers discounted, mass-produced items, mostly shipped from China. This move is seen as a response to the popularity of low-cost retailers like Temu and Shein. Despite controversy surrounding these companies, they remain popular among Gen Z consumers. Amazon claims to screen sellers and offer free…
A UK-based health technology start-up, Siloton, has made a significant breakthrough in the development of a portable optical coherence tomography (OCT) system. This innovative technology uses photonic integrated circuits to miniaturize expensive and fragile optical components, making it possible to capture high-quality images of the human retina. The system has the potential to revolutionize the…
In a groundbreaking episode of “The Joy of Why” podcast, mathematician and statistician Emmanuel Candès discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on prediction science. Candès explains how AI models, often referred to as “black boxes,” can make successful predictions without fully understanding the underlying mechanisms. He also highlights the importance of quantifying uncertainty in…