Contact science is back on the table

NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover took this image using its right navigation camera on sol 4343—Mars day 4,343 of the Mars Science Laboratory mission—on October 24, 2024 at 15:26:28 UTC. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech Changes to the plan on Wednesday, moving the drive one sol earlier, meant that we started planning this morning about 18 meters (about 59 … Read more

The Top Three Forms of Infidelity, According to Science – So Would You Consider Them Cheating?

ROMANTIC INfidelity: Dave Grohl (right) recently admitted to cheating on his wife Jordyn Blum (left) and fathering a secret child with another woman. Researchers say that forming deep emotional relationships with someone other than a partner is a common and particularly harmful form of infidelity, which does not always involve any sexual behavior.

Whether it’s a one-night stand or a long-term relationship, infidelity has been the downfall of many relationships. But scientists say there is more than one way for someone to be unfaithful to their partner. In an analysis of more than 300 studies, researchers from Stony Brook University found three distinct forms of infidelity — most … Read more

Science panel applies 2022 sea level report projections to NC

Rodanthe in December 2023. Photo by Brad Hanson From CoastalReview.org The scientific panel that advises the state Coastal Resources Commission is showing in a new report how the findings of a 2022 federal report predicting sea level rise of more than a foot by 2050 apply to the Carolinas of the North. Released in mid-October, … Read more

Central quantum supercomputer could redefine materials science

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Insider Brief: Quantum-centric supercomputers combine quantum and classical systems to tackle computational challenges in materials science, bypassing the memory limitations that hamper classical approaches. Specialized algorithms, such as the variational quantum eigensolver, quantum phase estimation, and Trotterization, can provide accurate modeling of atomic-level properties needed for applications in energy storage, aerospace, and durable materials. Quantum … Read more

Sapio Sciences expands collaboration with AWS to advance vision-aware AI science

The collaboration enables customers to safely and securely use AI to accelerate drug research and discovery BALTIMORE, October 29, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sapio Sciences, the science-aware laboratory computing platform, today announced that it has strengthened its long-term relationship with Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) through the integration of AWS Bedrock with the Sapio Platform. This integration makes … Read more

Making a Snickers bar is a complex science – a candy engineer explains how to build the airy nougat and chewy caramel of this Halloween favorite

It’s Halloween. You’ve just finished the trick and it’s time to evaluate the payload. You likely have a favorite, whether it’s chocolate, peanut butter cups, those rubber bands with Nerds on them, or something else. For some people, myself included, one piece stands out – the Snickers bar, especially if it’s full size. The combination … Read more

Inspire welcomes Jeff Trotter as Chief Science Officer

Inspire appoints Jeff Trotter, RWE Pioneer, as Chief Science Officer

The leading patient-centered health platform strengthens commitment to scientific and strategic excellence in real-world trials Jeff Trotter, Chief Science Officer, Inspire Inspire appoints Jeff Trotter, RWE Pioneer, as Chief Science Officer Arlington, VA, Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inspire, the world’s largest online health community, today announced the appointment of Jeff Trotter as Chief … Read more