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The EV Shift Could Prevent Millions Of Childhood Asthma Attacks

Posted in Medicine, Science on 6th Mar, 2024
by Alex Muller

A widespread transition to EVs could avoid nearly 3 million asthma attacks and hundreds of infant deaths, in addition to millions of lower and upper respiratory ailments.

First Neuralink Patient Made A Full Recovery, But The FDA And Some Doctors Have Concerns About Patient's Long-Term Health

Posted in Science on 6th Mar, 2024
by Alex Muller

"Higher resolution brain interfaces that are fully wireless and allow two-way communication with the brain are going to have a lot of potential uses."

Like A Child, This Brain-Inspired AI Can Explain Its Reasoning

Posted in Science, Software on 27th Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

They combined principles from the study of brain networks with a more traditional AI approach that relies on explainable building blocks.

The First 3D Printer To Use Molten Metal In Space Is Headed To The ISS This Week

Posted in Hardware, Science on 27th Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

Further out, metal 3D printing could contribute to ESA's vision of a "Circular space economy," in which material from old satellites, spent rocket stages, and other infrastructure is recycled into new structures, tools, and parts as needed.

Dreams May Have Played A Crucial Role In Our Evolutionary Success As A Species

Posted in Medicine, Science on 27th Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

This pattern suggests that dreams might play a crucial role in emotional regulation, transforming threats into manageable situations and reducing anxiety.