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MIT scientists use a new type of nanoparticle to make vaccines more powerful
Posted by Omuterema Akhahenda in categories: biotech/medical, nanotechnology
Many vaccines, including vaccines for hepatitis B and whooping cough, consist of fragments of viral or bacterial proteins.
“Not only are we delivering the protein in a more controlled way through a nanoparticle, but the compositional structure of this particle is also acting as an adjuvant,” Jaklenec says. “We were able to achieve very specific responses to the Covid protein, and with a dose-sparing effect compared to using the protein by itself to vaccinate.”
Vaccine access
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Sep 30, 2024
Universal rotation gauge via quantum anomalous Hall effect
Posted by Quinn Sena in category: quantum physics
Integer quantum Hall effect allows to gauge the resistance standard up to more than one part in a billion. Combining it with the speed of light, one obtains the.
Sep 30, 2024
Beyond The Code: Human Factors In Robotic Surgery Risk Management
Posted by Shubham Ghosh Roy in categories: biotech/medical, robotics/AI
A key aspect of human factors in robotic surgery is the training and proficiency of the surgeon. Robotic systems, although designed to enhance precision, rely heavily on the expertise of the individuals operating them. Companies should invest in comprehensive training programs that extend beyond basic certification and promote a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
Simulation-based training, for example, provides a risk-free environment for practicing complex procedures, helping surgeons build confidence and proficiency. Implementing standardized certification processes ensures consistent competency levels among surgeons.
Sep 30, 2024
DOOM can now run on a quantum computer with Quandoom port — seminal FPS blood and gore mixed with spooky action
Posted by Genevieve Klien in categories: biotech/medical, computing, quantum physics
DOOM has been ported to quantum computers, marking another milestone for this seminal 3D gaming title. However, the coder behind this feat admits that there is currently no quantum computer capable of executing (playing) this code right now. All is not lost, though, as Quandoom can run on a classical computer, even a modest laptop, using a lightweight QASM simulator.
Barcelona ICFO-based Quantum Information PhD student Luke Mortimer, AKA Lumorti, is behind this newest port of DOOM. In the ReadMe file accompanying the Quandoom 1.0.0 release, Lumorti quips that “It is a well-known fact that all useful computational devices ever created are capable of running DOOM,” and humorously suggests that Quandoom may be the first practical use found for quantum computers.
Sep 30, 2024
Astronomers prepare for once-in-a-lifetime event: A ‘new star’ in the night sky
Posted by Genevieve Klien in category: space
Sep 30, 2024
Enzyme Key to Brain Function and Synapse Health Discovered
Posted by Paul Battista in categories: health, neuroscience
Summary: A new study reveals that the absence of the TRMT10A enzyme disrupts tRNA levels, leading to impaired protein synthesis and brain function. Researchers found that mice lacking the Trmt10a gene had decreased levels of key tRNAs, which affected neuronal synapses and cognitive abilities.
The findings suggest that while tRNA reduction occurs in multiple tissues, the brain is particularly vulnerable to its effects. This research could pave the way for new therapies targeting tRNA modification to treat intellectual disabilities.
Sep 30, 2024
How Your Brain Detects Patterns without Conscious Thought
Posted by Cecile G. Tamura in categories: biotech/medical, neuroscience
To make sense of the world around us, the brain must process an…
Neurons in certain brain areas integrate ‘what’ and ‘when’ information to discern hidden order in events happening in real time.
By Miryam Naddaf & Nature magazine
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Sep 30, 2024
Universal Productivity Dividend: Could This Work for the AGI Era?
Posted by Shailesh Prasad in categories: employment, robotics/AI
I’m diving deep into the concept of the Universal Productivity Dividend, a potential solution and alternative to UBI for the coming overhaul of the world’s entire socioeconomic system, when total job automation occurs.
We’ll explore what UPD is, how it works, and whether it could be the key to a more equitable future.
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Star Bound is a book for anyone who wants to learn about the American space program but isn’t sure where to start. First and foremost, it’s a history—short, sweet, and straightforward. From rocketry pioneer Robert Goddard’s primitive flight tests in 1926 through the creation of NASA, from our first steps on the moon to construction of the International Space Station and planning a trip to Mars, readers will meet the people and projects that have put the United States at the forefront of space exploration. Along the way, they’ll learn:
• How the United States beat the Soviets to the moon.
• Why astronauts float in space (Hint: It’s not for lack of gravity!)