Over the years, there has been a significant history of planned city building by governments and the private sector around the world. From Brasilia to Islamabad, urban planning has been a key component of shaping societies. In recent times, two major trends have converged to give rise to a new wave of visionary urban planning.
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Michigan, a new catalyst material called cobalt phthalocyanine has shown promising results in converting carbon dioxide into renewable fuels such as methanol. This innovation could potentially play a significant role in combating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing a sustainable source
Recent research conducted by a team of scientists at The University of Texas at Austin has unveiled some alarming findings regarding seismic activity in the Midland Basin. While past earthquakes primarily occurred in the southwest region near Odessa and Midland, the researchers have identified a new seismicity trend moving towards the northeast, specifically targeting the
X-ray bursts (XRBs) are explosive events that take place on the surface of a neutron star when it absorbs material from a neighboring star. These bursts lead to a chain of thermonuclear reactions that result in the creation of heavy chemical elements. One particular reaction, 22Mg(α,p)25Al, has recently been studied and found to play a
The quest for sustainable water disinfection has led researchers at the University of Pittsburgh, Drexel University, and Brookhaven National Laboratory to explore the possibilities of electrochemical ozone production (EOP) technologies. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize water disinfection by offering a more sustainable alternative to centralized chlorine treatments. Unlike chlorine, ozone generated through EOP
Chemical reactions are intricate processes that involve dynamic interactions between electrons and the nucleus of atoms. Conical intersections are radiation-less relaxation processes that play a crucial role in biological and chemical functions. Detecting these dynamics experimentally is challenging due to the complexity of tracing both electronic and nuclear motion simultaneously. Physicists and chemists have been
A recent study conducted by Eyal Aharoni, an associate professor in Georgia State’s Psychology Department, delved into the fascinating realm of ethics in the context of artificial intelligence (AI). The study, titled “Attributions Toward Artificial Agents in a Modified Moral Turing Test,” was inspired by the proliferation of ChatGPT and similar AI large language models
The recent study conducted by a Dutch-Chinese research team has shed light on the critical role of turbidity in preserving intertidal areas and salt marshes along coastlines worldwide. The researcher, Tim Grandjean, emphasizes the importance of turbid water in promoting the growth of tidal flats, which are essential for both biodiversity and coastal defense. By
Quantum computing is advancing rapidly, with researchers from the University of Basel and the NCCR SPIN achieving a significant breakthrough in the field. By harnessing the controllable interaction between two hole spin qubits in a conventional silicon transistor, the possibility of integrating millions of qubits on a single chip using mature manufacturing processes is now
In a recent study by scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University, a new model for disordered materials was created to investigate how amorphous materials resist stress. By treating groups of atoms and molecules as squishy spheres with varying softness, the researchers aimed to gain insights into the mechanisms behind force chain formation in these materials. This
The recent health care ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, a UnitedHealth Group subsidiary, exposed a glaring security oversight that led to significant consequences. The cybercriminals behind the attack exploited the absence of multi-factor authentication (MFA) across the subsidiary’s systems, highlighting a basic error that left vital patient data vulnerable. Not having MFA in place is
Recently, a fabricated audio clip of a US high school principal sparked outrage, leading to accusations of racism and anti-Semitism. The clip purportedly depicted the principal, Eric Eiswert, making derogatory remarks against Jews and “ungrateful Black kids.” This incident sheds light on the dangers of AI manipulation and the ease with which such tools can
Teeth are often taken for granted, yet they are essential for everyday functions such as smiling, speaking, and chewing. The durability and anchorage of teeth are crucial factors in their longevity. With a complex interface of six different tissues, teeth are truly biological and mechanical masterpieces. Enamel, dentin, and pulp play key roles in ensuring
Boeing’s Starliner capsule is finally taking off to the International Space Station on its first crewed mission after several years of delays following rival SpaceX’s success in achieving the same milestone. The mission is crucial for Boeing, a giant in the US aerospace industry, as it aims to establish its reputation after facing safety concerns
Recent research from the University of Bristol has shed light on the relationship between CO2 levels and infectious airborne viral loads. While initially focused on the pathogen responsible for COVID-19, the findings have broader implications for reducing the risk of virus transmission in environments with limited ventilation. The study suggests that keeping CO2 levels low