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Apr 18, 2023

Sputum Induction Test for Eosinophilic Asthma

Posted by in category: futurism

The sputum induction test is considered the gold standard for confirming that you have eosinophilic asthma. See how it’s done.

Apr 18, 2023

A Brief But Spectacular take on the future of CRISPR

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, futurism

Jennifer Doudna:

Nobel Laureate Biochemist: Early in my work on CRISPR, I had a dream one night about a colleague of mine asking me to explain CRISPR to a friend of his. And the friend turned out to be Hitler. And it was Hitler with a pig face and a horrifying look that made me imagine some of the worst aspects of what genome editing could bring about if it were used irresponsibly.

And I woke up from that dream thinking that it was so critical that we as scientists think together about how we use our technologies responsibly.

Apr 18, 2023

What Rotterdam teaches about the power of green roofs

Posted by in category: futurism

A recent showcase in the Dutch city highlighted the potential of green rooftops, which can lower city temperatures by 5 degrees Fahrenheit, say researchers.

Apr 18, 2023

DeepMind’s CEO said there’s a chance that AI could become self-aware in the future

Posted by in categories: futurism, robotics/AI

The CEO of Alphabet-owned AI research lab, DeepMind Technologies, spoke about the potential of artificial intelligence in an interview with CBS’ “60 Minutes,” which aired on Sunday.

DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis told CBS that he thinks that AI might one day become self-aware.

“Philosophers haven’t really settled on a definition of consciousness yet but if we mean self-awareness, and these kinds of things … I think there’s a possibility that AI one day could be,” he said.

Apr 18, 2023

Solar-plus-storage is key to future-proofing the energy supply

Posted by in categories: futurism, security

The ‘power couple’ of solar-plus-storage, facilitated by AIoT, will be vital to safeguarding countries’ energy security and reducing geopolitical risks.

Apr 18, 2023

Scientists Discovered a New Circuit Element: a ‘Meminductor’

Posted by in category: futurism

Even after 200 years, circuits are still blowing our minds.

Apr 17, 2023

Researchers Develop “An Entirely New Display Technology,” Offering Soft, Stretchable OLED Panels

Posted by in categories: futurism, wearables

Able to stretch, squish, and bend, this flexible OLED panel could drive future wearable and implantable electronic systems.

Apr 17, 2023

Hawking’s Final Thoughts On The Origin Of The Cosmos

Posted by in category: futurism

New book details Stephen Hawking’s final thoughts on the origin of time and the cosmos.

Apr 16, 2023

Tesla’s Futuristic Diner With Charging: And Humanoid Robots

Posted by in categories: futurism, robotics/AI

Tesla will one day release a futuristic diner with charging for EVs and humanoid robots to serve you.

Apr 16, 2023

Phenotype-tailored lifestyle interventions show promising weight loss results in obese adults

Posted by in category: futurism

Researchers assess the effectiveness of a phenotype-tailored lifestyle intervention on weight loss in obese adults.

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