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…
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The world has faced numerous public health challenges in 2024, including heat waves, outbreaks of infectious diseases like dengue and mpox, and a continued spread of COVID-19. However, there are promising signs of a downward trend in drug overdose deaths in the United States. As the world navigates these complex health issues, it’s essential to…
Lightchain AI, a new project, is making waves in the blockchain scene with its innovative technology and real-world applications. The platform combines blockchain technology with artificial intelligence, offering a scalable, intelligent, and versatile solution. With its Memecoin Launchpad, Lightchain AI provides a secure and dynamic environment for creators and developers to innovate and monetize their…
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…
Physicists in Europe have successfully demonstrated the relationship between quantum uncertainty and wave-particle duality, confirming a 2014 theoretical prediction. The experiment, conducted by researchers at Linköping University in Sweden, used orbital angular momentum states of light to show that a minimum level of uncertainty must always result when a measurement is made on a quantum…
The European Union has appointed a new research head, Ekaterina Zaharieva, to reshape the world’s biggest collaborative research programme and help stop the bloc’s economic and technological downward slide. The focus will be on strengthening industry involvement in the scheme to boost innovation, with a particular emphasis on increasing private investment in research and improving…
TechCrunch has compiled a list of the 51 most disruptive startups of 2024, showcasing innovative companies that are revolutionizing various industries and changing the world. From AI-powered medical scribes to autonomous driving software, these startups are pushing the boundaries of what is possible and transforming the way we live and work. In the next 6…
Virologist Shi Zhengli has presented data on dozens of new coronaviruses collected from bats in southern China, which suggests that the Wuhan Institute of Virology did not have any bat-derived sequences from viruses closely related to SARS-CoV-2. The research, which includes data from 56 new betacoronaviruses, was collected between 2004 and 2021 and has not…
Google has announced its latest quantum computing chip, Willow, which has left the tech industry stunned with its incredible performance claims. According to Google, the chip’s speed and reliability are so impressive that they suggest the existence of parallel universes, a concept that has long been the realm of science fiction. While some experts have…
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old man from a wealthy family, has been arrested in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione was found with a gun, silencer, and fake IDs at a McDonald’s restaurant in Pennsylvania. The investigation suggests that Mangione’s motivation for the crime may be linked to his anger against the…
