Researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Poisonous Plant Research Lab have discovered that earwax from sheep can reveal if they have eaten poisonous plants, specifically death camas. This breakthrough could lead to the development of a simpler and more effective method for detecting toxic forage in livestock. The team’s findings suggest that earwax may…
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Researchers at Cornell University have developed magnetically controlled microbots that can operate at the visible-light diffraction limit, allowing them to interact with and shape light effectively. These tiny robots, measuring 5-2 microns in size, can perform up-close imaging and control diffracted light, opening up new possibilities for medical imaging, endoscopic procedures, and high-resolution microscopy. Forecast…
A group of philosophers and computer scientists are calling for AI companies to assess their systems for consciousness and put in place policies for treating them if they become conscious. This move marks a significant shift in the industry, with some experts warning that neglecting AI welfare could lead to harm or suffering. As AI…
Australia is set to introduce a minimum age limit of 16 for social media platforms, making it the highest in the world. The move aims to protect children from cyberbullying, scams, and adult content. However, researchers argue that there is minimal evidence to suggest that such bans will keep children safe online. The Australian government’s…
Scientists have successfully trained a machine learning algorithm to identify the top five flavor notes in various whiskies, matching the expertise of human Whiskey Masters. The algorithm combined molecular composition data with odor predictions to achieve this feat. This breakthrough could revolutionize the way we analyze and understand complex flavors in the future. Forecast for…
Google DeepMind, the AI research lab of Google, has announced Veo 2, a next-generation video-generating AI model that can create two-minute-plus clips in resolutions up to 4k. This model surpasses OpenAI’s Sora in terms of resolution and duration, and is expected to be available on Google’s Vertex AI developer platform soon. Veo 2 has improved…
A team of international researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery at the Jefferson Lab in the US, successfully probing the internal structure of the neutron using the CEBAF Large Acceptance Spectrometer (CLAS12). The experiment measured generalized parton distributions, providing a detailed picture of how the neutron’s constituent quarks contribute to its momentum and spin. This…
A recent study has found a link between exposure to extreme heat events and molecular changes that could reflect accelerated aging. The research, which analyzed DNA markers in over 3,000 people, suggests that prolonged exposure to hot weather can lead to biological deterioration, potentially developing into disability. The study’s findings highlight the need to understand…
Researchers have made several groundbreaking discoveries in 2024, including possible evidence of ancient life on Mars, hints that Alzheimer’s disease can spread from person-to-person, and a slew of other scientific findings that could be a big deal. These discoveries have the potential to rewrite the history of the universe, challenge our understanding of plate tectonics,…
Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley have proposed a new theory to explain the mysterious lack of magnetic poles on Uranus and Neptune. According to the theory, the disorganized magnetic fields of the two ice giant planets may arise from a separation of the icy fluids that make up their interiors. This theory could…