top of page


Technology helps self-driving cars learn from own memories
Researchers have developed a way to help autonomous vehicles create “memories” of previous experiences and use them in future navigation.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


Gum disease is linked with heart attacks and diabetes
Large study has found that people with a prior heart attack or diabetes are more likely to have gum disease than their healthy counterparts.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


Are robots created racist and sexist?
The study shows that robots loaded with an accepted and widely-used model operate with significant gender and racial biases.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


Where do COVID-19 variants come from?
New study finds that immunocompromised patients tend to develop chronic coronavirus infections, leading to highly mutated variants.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


Vitamins, supplements are a ‘waste of money’ for most Americans
Scientists say for non-pregnant, otherwise healthy Americans, vitamins are a waste of money because there isn’t enough evidence they help.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


How does the brain think?
Our brains have billions of highly calibrated nerve cells or neurons, and each neuron has thousands of connections to other neurons.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


Can you time travel by going faster than the speed of light?
The possibility of time travel has excited many of us for hundreds of years, inspiring countless books and films. But is it even possible?
Joseph Shavit
Jun 21, 2022


Single brain scan can diagnose Alzheimer’s disease
A single MRI scan of the brain could be enough to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research by Imperial College London.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 21, 2022


Oxford scientists develop the world's first ultra-fast photonic computer processor
Research uses multiple polarisation channels to carry out parallel processing – enhancing computing density by several orders of magnitude.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 20, 2022


Self-plugging microneedles -- a better way to delivery drugs into the eyeball
A collaborative team has developed a novel, self-plugging microneedle for accurately injecting therapeutics into the eyes and retina.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 20, 2022


Strange, 26-foot-long, giant sea worm found by divers
What would typically lead most people to flee the water was something the two guys quickly recognized as completely safe and uncommon.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 20, 2022


Musical rhythm may be genetically inherited, study finds
Moving in time to musical rhythm is so automatic that people are often not conscious of the exquisite coordination that it demands.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 19, 2022


Seaweed and 3D printers: An innovative approach to feeding kids
Some dehydrated "cochayuyo" seaweed, some instant mashed potatoes and hot water: these are the ingredients for a nutritious menu.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 19, 2022


Human middle ear evolved from fish gills, research finds
The human middle ear houses three tiny, vibrating bones and is key to transporting sound vibrations into the inner ear that allow us to hear
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022


Electric vehicles can be charged on the go via peer-to-peer system
Recharging a battery-electric vehicles' (BEV) lithium-ion battery might take hours, making EVs impractical for some long-range road trips.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022


When it comes to ADHD and ASD, the eyes tell all
Researchers found that recordings from the retina could identify distinct signals for both ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022


Certain lifestyle activities reduce cognitive decline, research finds
Research finds there is a relationship between participating in certain lifestyle activities and preventing a decline in cognitive health.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022


Quantum charging can charge EVs as fast as pumping gas
Human civilization must turn to renewable energies considering our ever-growing energy demands and the finite nature of fossil fuels.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022


Blood molecule shown to reduce food intake and obesity
Researchers identified a molecule in the blood that is produced during exercise and can effectively reduce food intake and obesity.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022


New engine can turn biowaste into energy
Furnaces based on biofuel systems will generate heat and power from waste materials with near-complete efficiency and low emissions.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 18, 2022
bottom of page
