IBM develops a new 64-core mixed-signal in-memory computing chip

A rendering of the IBM HERMES Project Chip. Credit: Le Gallo et al. For decades, electronics engineers have been trying to develop increasingly advanced devices that can perform complex computations…

A broad genetic test saved one newborn’s life. Research suggests it could help millions of others

Brynn Schulte rides on a toy unicorn at her home in Cincinnati shortly before getting medication to treat her rare genetic bleeding disorder, Aug. 3, 2023. Brynn was diagnosed thanks…

The fight over a ‘dangerous’ ideology shaping AI debate

Tesla’s Elon Musk is among those claiming that AI could make humanity extinct, while standing to benefit by arguing only their products can save us. Silicon Valley’s favorite philosophy, longtermism,…

First biosimilar approved to treat multiple sclerosis

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Tyruko (natalizumab-sztn), the first biosimilar to Tysabri (natalizumab) injection, for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, the agency announced Thursday. Tyruko…

driverless cars cruise the streets of San Francisco

This August 25, 2023, screen grab shows a Waymo car in San Francisco, one of the driverless vehicles residents in the US city are starting to use get around town.…

New crew for the space station launches with 4 astronauts from 4 countries

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket with the Crew Dragon spacecraft with astronauts on a mission to the International Space Station lifts off from pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center in…

Omega Fatty Acids Improve Vision in Preterm Babies

Summary: A novel study reveals that preterm babies given a supplement of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids show significantly better visual function by age two and a half. Conducted between…

Debunking the Social Media & Teen Anxiety Myth

Summary: Contrary to popular belief, a six-year study reveals that increased use of social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok does not lead to higher rates of anxiety and…

Anger, The Forgotten Emotion Unveiled: How Trauma Influences Problem Anger

Summary: Anger remains a misunderstood emotion, often stigmatized and mishandled in society. Researchers revealed a significant link between problem anger and trauma experiences, with anger serving as a common, yet…

India first to land near moon south pole after Russia fails

Side view of the crater Moltke taken from Apollo 10. Credit: Public Domain India became the first country to land a spacecraft near the moon’s south pole after Russia’s attempt…