Scientists at the European laboratory CERN have made a breakthrough in transporting a cloud of subatomic particles aboard a truck, using protons as a stand-in for their antimatter counterparts, antiprotons. This achievement brings them one step closer to hauling antimatter by motor vehicle, which could lead to a better understanding of the physics mystery surrounding…
Physicists in California have conducted field experiments that suggest intermittent bursts of embers play a significant role in the spread of wildfires. The research, which involved building a bonfire and tracking embers, has called into question previous fire models and highlights the need for more accurate predictions to prevent infrastructure damage and loss of life….
A mathematician from the University of Toronto, Daniel Litt, has been sharing probability puzzles on social media, captivating tens of thousands of people worldwide. His posts have sparked lively discussions among experts and non-experts alike, highlighting the limits of mathematical intuition and the counterintuitive nature of probabilistic reasoning. Forecast for 6 months: The popularity of…
A recent study published in the journal Science has found a link between sugary diets in the first two years of life and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure decades later. The study analyzed data from the UK sugar rationing in the 1950s and found that children who consumed more…
The biotech industry in Europe is experiencing significant growth, with numerous trends shaping the sector. A list of top European biotech companies that have received sizable seed funding in the past year has been compiled, highlighting companies that are directing funds towards research and development (R&D) programs in various therapeutic areas. The industry is witnessing…
A new cryptocurrency, ZDEX, priced at $0.0019, is gaining attention in the crypto world. Early enthusiasts predict that a modest $1,000 investment could soar to over $52,000 when it hits the market. ZDEX is the core of ZircuitDEX, a decentralized exchange featuring a cutting-edge launchpad on the lightning-fast Zircuit L2 chain. Forecast for 6 months:…
The US presidential election between Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump has left investors on edge, with the outcome uncertain for days. As a result, global markets are experiencing caution, with US stock indexes trading flat to lower. The Federal Reserve’s decision to cut its benchmark policy rate is also expected to…
Anthropic, a leading AI vendor, has announced a strategic partnership with Palantir and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to provide U.S. intelligence and defense agencies with access to its Claude family of AI models. This collaboration aims to operationalize the use of Claude within Palantir’s platform, leveraging AWS hosting to enhance analytical capabilities and operational efficiencies…
A recent census of the cosmos has more than tripled the number of active black holes known to reside in miniature galaxies, with the biggest haul of middleweight black holes to date. The survey, which used early data from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), observed nearly 1.5 million galaxies and found about 2,500 dwarf…
Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of optical trapping. They have developed a miniature, chip-based optical trap that can capture and manipulate particles, including cells, at a distance of up to 5 millimeters from the chip surface. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize biological…
