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Copper Accumulation in the Body Drives Kidney Cancer Growth
Posted in Medicine, Science on 8th Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller
The team found high copper levels help cancer cells make more of a special enzyme that boosts their energy and growth. At the same time, sugar (glucose) helps create a protective molecule called glutathione. This molecule clears out toxins and reduces the harmful effects of copper.
Study Reveals Actionable Findings for Improving CAR T-Cell Longevity in Patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Posted in Medicine, Science on 8th Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller
In vivo studies proved that both methods of strengthening low type 2 CAR T-cells were notably effective in enhancing antitumor response.
Deciphering AI Intelligence: The Quest for Human-Level Metrics
Posted in Science, Software on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller
New approaches are being developed to better assess AI intelligence. One promising direction is the "abstraction and reasoning corpus" (ARC), which tests AI's ability to infer and apply abstract rules in novel scenarios, offering a more robust measure of genuine intelligence.
Accelerating Mars Missions: The Promise of Nuclear Propulsion
Posted in Hardware, Science on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller
If successful, nuclear-powered rockets could open new possibilities for exploring and possibly colonizing Mars by reducing the travel time and exposure to space radiation, a significant hazard for astronauts on long-duration missions.
The Future of AI and Humanity: Insights from Elon Musk and Peter Diamandis
Posted in Science, Software on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller
Musk elaborated on his prediction that AI might surpass the combined output of all humans within the next five to seven years, around 2028 or 2029.