Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a new transistor made from semiconducting vertical nanowires of gallium antimonide (GaSb) and indium arsenide (InAs). This innovation could lead to ultra-low-power electronics, ideal for applications such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence. The new transistor uses electrons tunneling through an energy…
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The COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, have reached a last-minute deal on climate finance, with rich countries pledging to increase their contributions to at least $300 billion annually by 2035. However, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have expressed disappointment and frustration with the agreement, citing the lack of clarity on how much of the…
A breakthrough in psychiatric medicine has been announced with the approval of KarXT, a schizophrenia drug that targets muscarinic receptors. This innovative approach has sparked excitement among researchers, but the road to success is long and challenging. Several similar drugs are in development, but the success of these medicines is not guaranteed. The recent failure…
A Delaware judge has upheld a decision to deny Tesla CEO Elon Musk a multibillion-dollar pay package, rejecting the company’s argument to reverse the previous ruling. The judge found that Tesla’s board was too close to Musk and had not sufficiently protected shareholders’ interests. The decision comes after Tesla shareholders voted to reinstate the compensation…
The tech industry has been hit with a wave of layoffs in 2024, with over 130,000 job cuts across 457 companies. Major players like Tesla, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft have all conducted significant layoffs, while smaller startups have also been impacted. The layoffs are a result of a combination of factors, including economic uncertainty, increased…
The crypto world is abuzz with the rise of two standout players: Just a Chill Guy ($CHILLGUY) and Lightchain AI ($LCAI). According to recent predictions, these two coins are poised to captivate Ethereum enthusiasts and crypto investors over the coming weeks. With Lightchain AI’s groundbreaking analytics, the price predictions and trajectories for both coins are…
The crypto market is experiencing a historic comeback, driven by unprecedented political shifts and bold new ambitions from tech world leaders. President-elect Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance and Elon Musk’s vision for X as a crypto-powered payment network are sparking a surge in interest in cryptocurrencies, particularly meme coins like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu. This shift…
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking new technology that uses spray-on tattoos to collect brain activity without the discomfort and limitations of traditional EEG tests. These electronic tattoos, which can be printed onto the scalp using a microjet printer, are waterproof, long-lasting, and can be easily removed with soap and water. This innovative technology has the…
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the opportunity to gift our loved ones something unique and meaningful. Biotechnology-themed gifts are gaining popularity, and this article highlights some of the most interesting and innovative ideas. From glow-in-the-dark mushrooms to DIY biology kits, these gifts not only showcase the wonders of biotechnology but…
Ranga Dias, a prominent superconductivity researcher, has been fired from the University of Rochester after an investigation revealed extensive misconduct, including data fabrication. Dias’s research had claimed breakthroughs in high-pressure superconductors, but his findings were later retracted due to concerns about their validity. The scandal has cast a shadow over the field of high-pressure superconductivity…
