Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants
Embarking on a cosmic adventure has become a tangible possibility for those daring enough to join NASA’s simulated mission to “fake Mars.” The space agency recently opened applications for volunteers willing to spend a year living on a simulated Red Planet, offering ...
New Prosthetic Hand Allows Man to Sense Temperature: ‘I Could Feel the Warmth of Another Person’
The groundbreaking MiniTouch prosthetic hand represents a significant leap forward in the field of neuro-prosthetics, as it enables amputees to experience temperature sensations, marking the first time natural temperature feedback has been incorporated into a functional artificial ...
Traditional Chinese Herb Delivered via IV Improves Stroke Victims’ Recovery, Shows Large Scientific Study
A recent large-scale scientific study has provided promising evidence regarding the efficacy of a traditional Chinese herbal remedy derived from ginkgo biloba in aiding the recovery of stroke victims. The study, conducted on 3,163 stroke survivors in China, demonstrated that intravenous ...
Researchers Report First Conversation Between Humans and Humpback Whales
In a groundbreaking development, researchers from the SETI Institute, known for their endeavors in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, have reported what might be the first conversation between humans and humpback whales. Venturing into a humpback feeding area off the coast ...
Fiber Inspired by Polar Bears Traps Heat as Well as Down Feathers Do
A breakthrough in textile technology inspired by the insulating properties of polar bear fur has yielded a remarkable fiber that can rival the warmth of down feathers while maintaining a significantly lighter and more flexible profile. The fiber, designed to mimic the porous hairs ...
Why the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Will Be Such a Big Deal
The upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, is generating significant anticipation and excitement due to several remarkable features that set it apart from previous celestial events. In comparison to the 2017 total eclipse that traversed the United States, this year’s ...
Human Brain Cells on a Chip Can Recognize Speech And Do Simple Math
A team led by engineer Feng Guo from Indiana University Bloomington has developed a system called Brainoware, which integrates real human brain tissue with electronics. Brainoware uses brain organoids—three-dimensional mini-brains grown from human pluripotent stem cells—in conjunction ...
DeepSouth: Supercomputer Simulating Human Brain To Go Online This Year
Researchers at Western Sydney University in Australia, in collaboration with tech giants Intel and Dell, are set to unveil a supercomputer named DeepSouth, designed to simulate neural networks at the scale of the human brain. The computer is capable of emulating networks of spiking ...
Workout Supplements Containing Caffeine Can be Dangerous, Experts Say
A recent study has sounded a warning about the potential dangers of workout supplements containing caffeine, emphasizing the risks of irregular heartbeats and overheating associated with their consumption. While caffeine is a common ingredient in sports supplements and can offer performance ...
