Physicists have embarked on a groundbreaking project to deploy two underwater neutrino telescopes in the Mediterranean Sea. The Cubic Kilometre Neutrino Telescope (KM3NeT) aims to detect high-energy neutrinos from space, providing insights into the universe’s mysteries. The project involves deploying massive detectors, each consisting of glass baubles arranged on vertical cables, to capture the elusive…
Researchers at Wuhan University in China have developed a reusable and biodegradable fibrous foam that can remove up to 99.8% of microplastics from polluted water. The foam, made from biomass wastes, has been successfully field-tested in four natural aquatic environments. This breakthrough could potentially help mitigate the devastating effects of microplastics on ecosystems worldwide. Forecast…
NASA’s Perseverance rover has finally reached the rim of Jezero Crater on Mars after a months-long climb, revealing a 4-billion-year-old landscape never before explored. The rover has been collecting rock and dirt samples, which may hold signs of extraterrestrial life. However, bringing these samples back to Earth for analysis could cost up to $11 billion,…
Labiotech has curated a list of biotech movies that explore the intersection of science, technology, and humanity. From eugenics to genetic engineering, these films delve into the possibilities and consequences of emerging biotech trends. As the biotech industry continues to advance, these movies serve as a thought-provoking reflection on the potential implications of our actions….
Solana, a cryptocurrency, is expected to breach the $1000 mark by 2025, but it needs to close above the $260 mark first. Meanwhile, Rexas Finance, a rising rival, is gaining popularity among elite investors and is expected to gain 23,000% to reach $34.5 by 2025. Rexas Finance enables anyone to purchase whole or fractional ownership…
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, has been charged with murder and stalking in a New York court, raising the possibility of the death penalty. Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson, and a notebook found in his possession contained handwritten pages expressing hostility towards the health insurance industry. The case has…
A team of researchers has developed a new degradable microbead made from a type of polymer that can effectively remove permanent marker and eyeliner from animal skin samples. This innovative material has the potential to replace plastic microbeads in skin cleansers, providing a more environmentally friendly alternative. The new microbead breaks down into molecules similar…
OpenAI has announced o3, its latest reasoning model, which is a significant improvement over its predecessor o1. o3 is a model family that includes o3 and o3-mini, a smaller, distilled model fine-tuned for particular tasks. OpenAI claims that o3 approaches Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) in certain conditions, but this achievement is still a subject of…
Meme coins are revolutionizing the cryptocurrency world with their unique blend of creativity, community, and potential. BTFD Coin, Turbo, Goatseus Maximus, Bonk, and Book of Meme are among the top contenders, each offering a distinct experience for investors. With their presales and listings gaining momentum, these coins are poised to make a significant impact in…
Taiwan’s chip industry is bracing for upheaval as President-elect Donald Trump’s return to office casts doubt on the CHIPS and Science Act, a signature initiative of outgoing President Joe Biden. The law aimed to boost domestic semiconductor research and manufacturing in the US, but Trump has blasted the legislation as “so bad” and accused Taiwan…
