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The Viewpoint: Next generation computer chips could process data at the speed of light – new research
Recent breakthroughs in photonic computing are overcoming longstanding hurdles, paving the way for next-generation processors that can handle complex AI tasks at the speed of light.
The Viewpoint: Study Finds Nanoplastics Can Absorb Toxic Metals, Increasing Health Risks
New research shows that nanoplastics can absorb toxic metals like lead, raising concerns that these tiny particles may carry harmful substances deeper into the human body.
The Viewpoint: Scientists discover ‘hemifusome,’ a new cellular structure key to cell health
The discovery of a new cellular organelle, the "hemifusome," is reshaping our understanding of how cells manage internal cargo and could offer new insights into devastating genetic disorders.
The Viewpoint: Study Finds Over 99% of Dogs in U.S. Show Moderate to Severe Behavior Issues
According to a major new study, over 99% of U.S. dogs have behavior problems, with aggression and separation anxiety being the most widespread issues.
The Viewpoint: A new observatory is assembling the most complete time-lapse record of the night sky ever
Now operational, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory is creating a 10-year movie of the universe to investigate everything from the nature of dark matter to the threat of nearby asteroids.
The Viewpoint: New Chemical Offers Eco-Friendly Solution for Controlling Destructive Drywood Termites
Scientists have developed a safer termite control method using bistrifluron, a low-toxicity chemical that disrupts molting and wipes out entire colonies over time.
The Viewpoint: 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.
The Viewpoint: Why the appendix is much more important than we once thought
Once thought to be a useless vestigial organ, the appendix is now recognized as playing a crucial role in regulating the gut microbiome and supporting overall immune function.
The Viewpoint: Can we really resurrect extinct animals, or are we just creating hi-tech lookalikes?
The ambitious effort to resurrect extinct species, such as the woolly mammoth, raises a key question: Are we truly reversing extinction, or just creating high-tech lookalikes?
The Viewpoint: Scientists Create Self-Replicating DNA Nanorobots with Potential for Targeted Cancer Treatment
A breakthrough in nanotechnology has produced tiny, self-replicating robots made from DNA with the potential to revolutionize medicine.