Science & Technology
Scientists develop fluorescent dye which can spotlight cancerous tissues invisible to naked eye
June 10, 2024
Scientists develop fluorescent dye which can spotlight cancerous tissues invisible to naked eye
Scientists have developed a fluorescent dye that adheres to cancer cells, enabling surgeons to see and remove tiny cancerous tissues invisible to the naked eye, the Guardian reported. This breakthrough, created by researchers at the University of Oxford and ImaginAb…
New study reveals how internet addiction may affect teen’s mental health
June 7, 2024
New study reveals how internet addiction may affect teen’s mental health
A breakthrough study has revealed that teens who spend lots of time on social media have complained of feeling like they can’t pay attention to more important things like homework or time with loved ones. The study has possibly captured…
‘Triple Threat’ of Extreme Heat, Oxygen Loss, Acidification Faces Oceans
June 5, 2024
‘Triple Threat’ of Extreme Heat, Oxygen Loss, Acidification Faces Oceans
New research has found the world’s oceans are under siege from a convergence of extreme heat, oxygen loss, and acidification, the Guardian reported yesterday. The research, published in AGU Advances, says that about a fifth of the ocean’s surface is…
New blood test can predict breast cancer recurrence years before detection
June 4, 2024
New blood test can predict breast cancer recurrence years before detection
Researchers from the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) have announced a groundbreaking blood test that can predict the recurrence of breast cancer years before it is detectable on scans. This “ultra-sensitive” test identifies traces of tumor DNA well before a…
Stem Cell Breakthroughs Promise Hope for Humanity
June 2, 2024
Stem Cell Breakthroughs Promise Hope for Humanity
The field of stem cell research continues to make significant strides, offering immense potential for treating a multitude of diseases and revolutionizing the field of medicine. These microscopic marvels hold the remarkable ability to develop into various cell types, offering…
3D Printing, AI, Genetic Engineering Powering Organ Transplantation
June 2, 2024
3D Printing, AI, Genetic Engineering Powering Organ Transplantation
As the pressing need for organ transplantation grows rapidly worldwide, latest technologies have come to the aid of this critical task. One method developed in 2024 using artificial intelligence (AI) to assess potential transplant organs has recently drawn recognition as…
UN Conference Explores Promises, Perils of AI
May 31, 2024
UN Conference Explores Promises, Perils of AI
Top United Nations officials and global technology leaders gathered this week to discuss the potential and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) at the annual AI for Good conference, VOA reported yesterday. The two-day conference, organized by the UN’s International Telecommunication…
Astronomers Discover Potentially Habitable Earth-Sized Exoplanet 40 Light-Years Away
May 29, 2024
Astronomers Discover Potentially Habitable Earth-Sized Exoplanet 40 Light-Years Away
Scientists have uncovered the existence of a potentially habitable Earth-sized exoplanet dubbed “Gliese 12b”, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. Located just 40 light-years from Earth, this temperate world orbits a cool red dwarf star every 12.76 days, placing it squarely within…
AI’s Impact on Global Economy
May 27, 2024
AI’s Impact on Global Economy
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the world, and its economic impact is undoubtedly significant. AI has automated many tasks in the fields of writing, computing, data analysis, graphics, displacing some jobs but creating new ones. According to the global management…
Experts warn against potential dangers AI poses to humanity if remains unregulated
May 27, 2024
Experts warn against potential dangers AI poses to humanity if remains unregulated
Experts have warned against potential dangers artificial intelligence (AI) poses to humanity, stressing that without proper rules, it could ultimately lead to the extinction of the human race, the Polish website “Elblog.pl” said. According to a recently published report, researchers…