UK Firm Sets Stage for Commercial Fusion Energy
A British company, Tokamak Energy, is making strides in nuclear fusion technology, working with the US Department of Energy on an ambitious project to deliver commercial fusion energy within the next ten years.
Join the Movement: Celebrate Digital Citizen Day
Digital Citizen Day is your chance to promote responsible and compassionate behavior online. Taking place on October 23, 2024, this event encourages everyone to be mindful of how they engage in digital spaces. Whether it's checking sources before sharing information, reporting hate speech, or being mindful of privacy, small actions can make the internet a better place. To get involved, use #DigitalCitizenDay and share your tips for improving online interactions.
Think Again: The Truth About Confidence
How confident are you in your beliefs? A recent study highlights a common mistake we make: the illusion of information adequacy. People often feel certain about their conclusions based on incomplete information, mistakenly believing they have all the facts. This confidence can lead to a dangerous echo chamber effect, especially in today’s polarized world.
AI Takes the Nobel Stage
Nobel Chemistry Prize goes to AlphaFold, Rosetta creators – another win for AI https://www.theregister.com/2024/10/09/alphafold_rosetta_nobel_chemistry_prize/ By Brandon Vigliarolo This...
How Spicy Is Too Spicy?
A new study in PLOS Biology reveals that spiciness is not a universal experience. Researchers used brain MRI scans to see how different people react to spicy foods.
Young Women and Religion: A Growing Disconnection
A new study reveals a significant shift in religious trends: for the first time, more young women are leaving religion than men.
MicroRNA Breakthroughs Win Nobel Prize
Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their groundbreaking work on microRNA.
NASA Prepares Europa Clipper With Stunning New Visuals
NASA has just released a stunning colorized close-up of Europa’s icy surface, showing the rugged terrain of Conamara Chaos.
Finding Support Beyond Faith: Join Life Without Religion
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Neuroscientists Complete Largest Brain Map Ever
Scientists have just completed the largest brain map ever, revealing the intricate workings of a fruit fly's brain in unprecedented detail.
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