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We’re getting closer to having practical quantum computers – here’s what they will be used for

In 1981, American physicist and Nobel Laureate, Richard Feynman, gave a lecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) near Boston, in which he outlined a revolutionary idea. Feynman suggested that the strange physics of quantum mechanics could be used to perform calculations.

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'Daredevil' white dwarf star could be closest-known object to a weird black hole

'Daredevil' white dwarf star could be closest-known object to a weird black hole

The weird outbursts of a distant supermassive black hole may be caused by a death-defying white dwarf walking a cosmic tight rope around it.

Technology will never be a god – but has it become a religion?

Technology will never be a god – but has it become a religion?

Way back in September 2015, the controversial engineer, entrepreneur and Silicon Valley magnate Anthony Levandowski set out to establish a new religion. He called it the Way of the Future – or WOTF.

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Could AI find the perfect car design?

Scientists have created a database so AI can compare thousands of 3D models.

Dead stars can celebrate 2 New Years every second with nearby cosmic fireworks

Celestial fireworks that erupt all year long but last a fraction of a second, fast radio bursts, may have traced them to the immediate surroundings of extreme and highly magnetic dead stars.

Astronomers find the smallest main-belt asteroids ever detected

positioned between Mars and Jupiter at an average distance of around 250 million km from Earth. Read further on Dynamite News:

You can now wear an Apollo Guidance Computer keypad as a wristwatch

NASA's Apollo spacecraft had briefcase-size computers that for their day would normally have filled two rooms. Apollo Instruments has been able to shrink the Apollo Guidance Computer even more.

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MIT's massive database of 8,000 new AI-generated EV designs could shape how the future of cars look

MIT's massive database of 8,000 new AI-generated EV designs could shape how the future of cars look

An open-source database made by MIT engineers houses over 8,000 aerodynamic car designs and could train future AI models to design EVs in the future.

Elite U.S. Universities Accused Of Favoring Wealthy Applicants

Elite U.S. Universities Accused Of Favoring Wealthy Applicants

New court filings reveal preferential treatment for wealthy and connected students in elite U.S. universities' admissions processes.

Some elite US universities favor wealthy students in admissions decisions, lawsuit alleges

Some elite US universities favor wealthy students in admissions decisions, lawsuit alleges

New filings in a 2022 class-action lawsuit contend that children of the wealthy and connected get special admissions consideration at some elite U.S. universities

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AI safety testing gets poor grades in a new report

AI safety testing gets poor grades in a new report

A third-party lab caught OpenAI's o1 model trying to deceive, while OpenAI's safety testing has been called into question.

James Webb telescope spots more than 100 new asteroids between Jupiter and Mars — and some are heading toward Earth

James Webb telescope spots more than 100 new asteroids between Jupiter and Mars — and some are heading toward Earth

Astronomers analyzing archival images from JWST have discovered an unexpectedly vast population of the smallest asteroids ever seen in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Study finds that Astronomers discovers smallest main-belt asteroids ever

The majority of known asteroids orbit inside the main asteroid belt, which is positioned between Mars and Jupiter at an average distance. Read further on Dynamite News:

James Webb Space Telescope finds smallest asteroids ever seen between Mars and Jupiter

James Webb Space Telescope finds smallest asteroids ever seen between Mars and Jupiter

A team of astronomers just spotted dozens of tiny asteroids in JWST date — including the smallest ever seen in the main belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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100th woman in space, Emily Calandrelli, stands up to 'small men' on the internet: 'I should have expected this.'

The astronaut and MIT engineer's monumental milestone was marred by misogyny: "Instead of being on cloud nine, I’m crying in my seat."

Predicting future floods: New AI tool gives realistic satellite-like views

MIT scientists are developing an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that creates realistic satellite images of potential flooding scenarios.

100th woman in space, Emily Calandrelli, stands up to 'small men' on the internet: 'I should have expected this.'

The astronaut and MIT engineer's monumental milestone was marred by misogyny: "Instead of being on cloud nine, I’m crying in my seat."

Data Science Careers in 2024: Does Online Education Hold the Key?

The field of data science continues to thrive, offering lucrative career opportunities across various industries. As professionals and students aim to tap into this growing field, the choice of education plays a crucial role in shaping their journey. In 2024, online education has emerged as a prominent contender for equipping…

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Hot brick battery offers renewable breakthrough for world’s hardest-to-decarbonise industry

‘e-Brick’ can reach extremely high temperatures using clean electricity for the first time

Three Suspects Arrested In Turkey In Connection With Rabbi's Death

Three suspects involved in the death of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in the UAE were arrested in Turkey and extradited back to the UAE for prosecution, showcasing inter...

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Female astronaut hits back at online trolls who mocked video of her first space flight

The MIT engineer was the 100th woman to go to space

MIT researchers say nanoscale 3D transistors made from ultrathin semiconductor materials promise more efficient electronics; quantum mechanics offers a path beyond silicon limits

MIT researchers say nanoscale 3D transistors promise more efficient electronics.

Study finds how Alzheimer's disease may damage brain in two phases

Alzheimer's disease may cause brain damage in two stages, according to new research supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that uses sophisticated brain mapping methods. Read further on Dynamite News:

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AI could soon be making major scientific discoveries. A machine could even win a Nobel Prize one day

It may sound strange, but future Nobel Prizes, and other scientific achievement awards, one day might well be given out to intelligent machines. It could come down just to technicalities and legalities.

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MIT Eliminates Tuition For Families Earning Under $200K, Will Cover All Costs For Low-Income Students

The updated threshold will be met by 80% of American families.

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