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Nov 7, 2024

The Innovation Nexus: Research and Development as a Catalyst for Technological Advancement

In the ever-evolving domain of technology, Research and Development (R&D) operates as the vital engine propelling industries into new realms of innovation, continuously reshaping the technological landscape. From pioneering strides in artificial intelligence to revolutionary progress in biotechnology, R&D stands at the very heart of every transformative leap. It is pivotal not only

Nov 7, 2024

Tracing the journey from Egyptian cat mummies to modern house pets

It probably will not surprise cat owners, familiar with the enigmatic and independent nature of their beloved pets, to know that scientists have found the feline domestication process to be rather unconventional in comparison to other animals. “Cats are really peculiar in a way because they have adapted a lot to humans, but

Oct 31, 2024

R&D: The Foundation of Technological Advancement

In today’s fast-paced technological landscape, Research and Development (R&D) stands as the bedrock of progress. It acts as the engine driving innovation, enabling industries to chart new territory, forge transformative creations, and retain their competitive edge within the global arena. The pivotal role of R&D in fueling technological evolution is beyond dispute. Whether

Oct 31, 2024

Beyond Anthropomorphism

We need a new language to describe the reality that animals love, grieve, and fear. By Ula Chrobak We all anthropomorphize at times, projecting our emotions onto other animals. It may be a fundamental part of our emotional wiring. One study found that injury to the amygdala, an emotional center of the brain,

Oct 30, 2024

Avian architects: weaver birds in Africa have unique building styles

ph. A white-browed sparrow weaver looks up at a neighbouring roost. Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images Maria Cristina Tello Ramos, University of Hull From afar, the acacia trees look like they have been decorated with grass pom-poms. The birds have been busy, building shelters of straw and grass. Up close the real shape

Oct 29, 2024

Europe must double funding for research and simplify procedures, top expert suggests

Europe needs to spend much more on research and innovation and put them at the centre of its economy if it wants to boost competitiveness, the chair of an expert group evaluating the EU’s flagship research funding programme said in an interview with Horizon Magazine. Professor Manuel Heitor, the former Portuguese minister of

Oct 29, 2024

A new generation of telescopes will probe the ‘unknown unknowns’ that could transform our knowledge of the universe

Illustration of the Extremely Large Telescope, currently under construction in Chile’s Atacama desert. ESO, CC BY Richard Massey, Durham University In recent decades, we’ve learnt huge amounts about the universe and its history. The rapidly developing technology of telescopes – both on Earth and in space – has been a key part of

Oct 25, 2024

Cosmic Ventures and Technological Marvels: A Synergistic Dance

Humanity’s quest to traverse the cosmos has long ignited profound curiosity, compelling us to transcend earthly limitations and innovate at an astonishing pace. The dynamic interplay between space exploration and the accompanying technological breakthroughs has catalyzed monumental progress—not only within the spheres of science and engineering but in transforming everyday life on Earth.

Oct 22, 2024

AI, cryptocurrencies and data privacy: Comparing the Trump and Harris records on technology regulation

The Federal Trade Commission is one of the main venues for government regulation of big tech and its wares. Alpha Photo/Flickr, CC BY-NC Anjana Susarla, Michigan State University It’s not surprising that technology regulation is an important issue in the 2024 U.S. presidential campaign. The past decade has seen advanced technologies, from social

Oct 22, 2024

How your online world could change if big tech companies like Google are forced to break up

vectorfusionart/Shutterstock Renaud Foucart, Lancaster University The US Department of Justice may be on the verge of seeking a break-up of Google in a bid to make it less dominant. If the government goes ahead and is successful in the courts, it could mean the company being split into separate entities – a search

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