Imagine going to the hospital seeking medical help, only to be accused of being drunk without having consumed a drop of alcohol. This bizarre scenario recently happened to a woman in Canada, who suffered seven episodes of feeling drunk due to a mysterious illness known as auto-brewery syndrome. The condition, characterized by microbes in the
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Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have seen significant improvements in performance, particularly in the fields of natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision algorithms. This progress can be attributed to the exponential growth of training datasets, which have been instrumental in enhancing the capabilities of these algorithms. However, when it comes to robot control and planning
Generative AI, a groundbreaking advancement in the field of artificial intelligence, has the ability to create unique content such as text, video, images, and music. This innovative technology stands in contrast to traditional AI by thinking outside the box and has the potential to revolutionize various aspects of society. While discussions regarding AI often revolve
The body’s internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, has been found to have a significant impact on various aspects of our health. Recent research suggests that this biological clock may also play a role in determining the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments, specifically checkpoint inhibitors. Checkpoint inhibitors are a type of immunotherapy drug that
In a recent development, Meta has decided to put a halt on its plans to use personal data to train its artificial intelligence technology in Europe. This decision comes after facing privacy complaints from a Vienna-based privacy campaign group. The complaints raised concerns about Meta’s proposed changes to its privacy policy, which were deemed to
Esters, the chemical compounds responsible for the sweet smell of fruits like strawberries, have a wide range of applications in various industries, from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics. However, the conventional methods used to break down esters to produce desirable alcohols and other chemicals can be costly and harmful to the environment. Scientists have traditionally relied on
Throughout the 4.5 billion years since the formation of the Solar System, the components from which everything emerged have been transformed by various celestial phenomena. However, a recent discovery has shed light on the ancient history of our cosmic neighborhood. In 2018, scientists discovered traces of material within a meteorite that are believed to have
Traditional methods of producing hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) have long been associated with high energy consumption, expensive catalysts, and hazardous solvents. However, a group of chemists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have made a groundbreaking discovery by developing hexavalent photocatalytic covalent organic frameworks (COFs) that mimic natural photosynthesis to produce H2O2 efficiently and sustainably.
In a groundbreaking experiment led by Philip Walther at the University of Vienna, a team of researchers delved into the effects of Earth’s rotation on quantum entangled photons. Reported in Science Advances, this research represents a significant leap in rotation sensitivity within entanglement-based sensors, paving the way for advancements at the crossroads of quantum mechanics
Barrier islands play a crucial role in protecting coastlines from the direct impacts of storms and sea-level rise. Composed of sand, these islands are constantly shifting and evolving in response to environmental factors such as winds, waves, and tides. They act as a buffer, shielding landward areas from the destructive forces of natural disasters. However,
A recent study conducted by researchers from the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) sheds light on the world’s increasing reliance on groundwater systems that are being rapidly depleted. The study, published in Nature Sustainability, emphasizes the urgent need to accelerate efforts to reduce groundwater depletion. However, the researchers also warn that addressing this issue
From providing oxygen through photosynthesis to serving as food for marine life, marine algae play a crucial role in the ecosystem. Their potential goes beyond sustaining marine life; they can also be utilized to create eco-friendly plastics and fuel. One method of leveraging marine algae for commercial purposes is through aquaculture. However, traditional aquaculture practices
In the realm of technological advancements, researchers are constantly striving to push the boundaries of what is possible. A recent breakthrough in the field of spin behavior in ferromagnets has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for ultra-high frequency applications. This research, led by a team at the University of California, Riverside, could
The recent lawsuit filed by Justina Jong and Amina Salgado against Apple has shed light on the issue of gender pay disparity in Silicon Valley. Jong’s shocking revelation that she was being paid significantly less than a male colleague who did the same job came from an unlikely source – an office printer. This discovery
Depression is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. Recent studies have started to explore the potential link between depressive symptoms and body temperature. Researchers from the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) conducted a study involving over 20,000 individuals from 106 countries to investigate this connection. The results
