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Engineering innovations from the brightest minds helped shape our modern world—a world in which the most advanced in human technology is now literally within our grasp. Devices that used to fill a room can now fit inside our pockets. Naturally, it doesn’t stop there; here at Modern Sciences, we wish to show where it can go by showcasing the latest in technological developments from new and improved protocols to the latest in electronics and assistive technology.
How do sleep trackers work, and are they worth it? A sleep scientist breaks it down
Dean J. Miller, CQUniversity Australia Many smartwatches, fitness and wellness trackers now offer sleep tracking among their many…
Scientists use quantum algorithm to simulate 8 billion light particles
A new study proves quantum computers have a distinct advantage in simulating complex optical systems, a task considered impossible for today's supercomputers.
To advance quantum computing, ‘we can’t continue to copy and paste,’ scientists warn
A comprehensive new review explains the "barren plateau" phenomenon stalling quantum algorithms and calls for innovative, quantum-native approaches to overcome one of the field's most significant hurdles.
Who wrote the Bible? A new AI model offers statistical clues
A new AI tool reveals the linguistic fingerprints of the Bible’s anonymous authors, offering a robust, data-driven approach to solving one of history's oldest literary mysteries.
Critical minerals don’t belong in landfills – microwave tech offers a cleaner way to reclaim them from e-waste
Broken electronics still contain valuable critical minerals. Beeldbewerking/iStock/Getty Images Plus Terence Musho, West Virginia University When the computer…
Computer model charts Neanderthals’ long-lost migration route to Siberia
Following ancient river valleys, Neanderthals migrated thousands of miles from Europe to Siberia during warm climatic periods, new computer simulations reveal.
AI helps scientists clock spin of Milky Way’s supermassive black hole
By analyzing telescope data with a custom-built AI, scientists have discovered that the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way is spinning at nearly its maximum possible speed.
Wearable fitness trackers can make you seven times more likely to stick to your workouts – new research
Wearable fitness trackers might help you better stick to your fitness goals. PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/ Shutterstock Matthew…
AI overviews have transformed Google search. Here’s how they work – and how to opt out
cosma/Shutterstock T.J. Thomson, RMIT University; Ashwin Nagappa, Queensland University of Technology, and Shir Weinbrand, Queensland University of Technology…
Why Bismuth Might Be the Future of Electronics
Thin flakes of bismuth exhibit strange quantum behaviors without magnets or extreme cold, hinting at safer, cheaper paths to next-generation electronics.