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There’s Something Living Inside Fog, Scientists Find

The fog is not what it seems. The post There's Something Living Inside Fog, Scientists Find appeared first on Futurism.

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There’s Something Living Inside Fog, Scientists Find

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Scientists Say They’ve Cracked Mystery Behind a Dozen Strange Signals From Deep Space

Astronomers say they've figured out an unusual burst of radio emissions. The post Scientists Say They've Cracked Mystery Behind a Dozen Strange Signals From Deep Space appeared first on Futurism.

2 days ago

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Scientists Say They’ve Cracked Mystery Behind a Dozen Strange Signals From Deep Space

New York Times Science

The Toll of a ‘Missing Scientists’ Conspiracy Theory on the Families Left Behind

The claim that their loved ones’ deaths and disappearances are linked is almost certainly false — but the loss remains real.

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New York Times Science

The Toll of a ‘Missing Scientists’ Conspiracy Theory on the Families Left Behind

New York Times Science

As Ebola Spreads, Scientists Race to Find Vaccines and Treatments

The Bundibugyo virus, a little known type, previously had caused just two small outbreaks. Now it’s at the center of a rapidly widening epidemic in Africa.

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New York Times Science

As Ebola Spreads, Scientists Race to Find Vaccines and Treatments

Futurism

Anthropic and DeepMind Now Actively Investigating AI Consciousness

"We think the question is serious enough to study carefully." The post Anthropic and DeepMind Now Actively Investigating AI Consciousness appeared first on Futurism.

12 hours ago

Anthropic and DeepMind Now Actively Investigating AI Consciousness

WIRED Science

OpenAI and Anthropic Sign Letter to Prevent AI-Developed Biological Weapons

Leading AI labs, executives, and scientists are sending a letter to lawmakers urging them to improve tracking of synthetic DNA sequences that could be used for bioweapons.

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OpenAI and Anthropic Sign Letter to Prevent AI-Developed Biological Weapons

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College Professors Say Incoming Students No Longer Understand Middle School Math and Science

"We now observe preparation gaps so severe that instructors must reteach middle-school mathematics." The post College Professors Say Incoming Students No Longer Understand Middle School Math and Science appeared first on Futurism.

7 hours ago

College Professors Say Incoming Students No Longer Understand Middle School Math and Science

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Sports Betting Scandals Are Tearing College Football Apart

"I never kept track of my betting over time, but I'm pretty sure I lost more than I won." The post Sports Betting Scandals Are Tearing College Football Apart appeared first on Futurism.

2 days ago

Sports Betting Scandals Are Tearing College Football Apart

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Dick’s Sporting Goods Launches AI Personal Trainer to Fix Your Horrible Golf Swing

Users will be able to "access training pro tips and product education grounded in Dick's sport knowledge." The post Dick's Sporting Goods Launches AI Personal Trainer to Fix Your Horrible Golf Swing appeared first on Futurism.

2 days ago

Dick’s Sporting Goods Launches AI Personal Trainer to Fix Your Horrible Golf Swing

WIRED Science

Data Center Operators Are Trying to Fix Their Water Use Problems

Google, Microsoft, and other hyperscalers have come under scrutiny for their impact on water quality and availability.

16 hours ago

Data Center Operators Are Trying to Fix Their Water Use Problems