Technology

A major celestial event will take place as an asteroid obscures one of the sky’s largest and most luminous stars, creating a unique eclipse. This extraordinary event is expected to happen late Monday into early Tuesday and will be visible across a swath stretching from Tajikistan and Armenia in Central Asia, traversing through countries including Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, and …

Recent satellite data has unveiled the impressive thickness of the world’s largest iceberg, A-23a, measuring just over 280 meters. Spanning an area of 3,900 square kilometers and weighing around a trillion tonnes, this massive iceberg broke away from Antarctica in 1986. For over thirty years, it remained stationary in the Weddell Sea, but it has now become mobile. The European …

Asteroids, while generally harmless as they zip by Earth, can pose significant risks if their trajectory brings them too close. A historical example is the asteroid that struck millions of years ago, leading to the extinction of dinosaurs and the rise of mammals. NASA, along with other global space agencies, monitors near-Earth asteroids closely. Recently, NASA identified a bus-sized asteroid, …

“Brainoware: A Hybrid of Human Brain Tissue and Electronic Technology” Brainoware represents a groundbreaking approach to computing, blending actual human brain tissue with electronic components. This innovation stands out because, unlike conventional computers that separate processing and memory tasks, Brainoware integrates these functions. The project, led by Feng Guo at Indiana University Bloomington, put Brainoware to the test with activities …

Orbit Fab, an American enterprise, is pioneering an ambitious space project involving orbital fueling stations. This system encompasses fuel ports, refueling shuttles, and orbital tankers, effectively creating “gas stations in space.” However, the cost for on-orbit refueling starts at a steep $20 million. The company has already made significant strides, including testing and launching a fuel depot demonstrator. A notable …

European Union lawmakers reached a significant agreement on Friday, finalizing one of the world’s first major comprehensive laws governing artificial intelligence. Known as the AI Act, this groundbreaking legislation establishes a regulatory framework designed to foster AI development while mitigating its associated risks. It specifically prohibits AI practices deemed to be a clear threat to people’s safety, livelihoods, and rights. …

In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Northwestern University have engineered virtual reality (VR) goggles specifically for mice, aiming to create more realistic environments for brain research. This innovative approach allows for a more accurate and detailed examination of the neural pathways responsible for behavior. The study, published on Friday (Dec 8), highlights the significant progress these VR goggles represent compared …

A Lebanese professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), specializing in wireless technology and wireless sensing, has been honored as the second recipient of the prestigious Great Arab Minds Award. Fadil Adib, an associate professor at MIT, received the 2023 award in the field of engineering and technology. His research, which has significantly advanced wireless sensing technology, was highlighted …