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Mar 20, 2023
Consumer electronics giant Acer isn't the first name that comes to mind when you think of electric micro-mobility, but that could change as the company reveals an upcoming "AI-driven" commuter ebike called the ebii.
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Bicycles, Transport
ebikes, Pedal
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Mar 20, 2023
The Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) has revealed plans to build the world's largest spokeless Ferris wheel. The huge metallic ring will reach an impressive maximum height of 180 m (590 ft) and provide visitors with superb views of the beautiful South Korean landscape.
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Architecture, Lifestyle
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Mar 20, 2023
It's no secret that sauropods - a clade of giant dinosaurs that includes the famous Brachiosaurus - had really long necks, but now paleontologists claim to have identified the species that takes the crown. According to the team, Mamenchisaurus has the longest neck of any known animal ever, measuring almost
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Mar 20, 2023
Depression is incredibly complex, highly individual and most often linked to a cache of other triggers and comorbidities. But in 2021, a look at 1.2 million people found 178 gene variants linked to major depressive disorder (MDD) and confirmed that our DNA plays a key role in mental illness.
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Science
McGill University, Depression,
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Mar 20, 2023
Six months ago, only researchers and boffins were following the development of large language models. But ChatGPT's launch late last year sent a rocket up humanity's backside: machines are now able to communicate in a way pretty much indistinguishable from humans. They're able to write text and even programming code across a dizzying array of subject areas in seconds, often of a very high standard. They're improving at a meteoric rate, as the launch of GPT-4 illustrates, and they stand to fundamentally transform human society like few other technologies could, by potentially automating a range of job tasks - particularly among white-collar wo
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Mar 20, 2023
After decades of speculation, astronomers have discovered the first direct evidence of volcanic activity on Venus. Radar images of Earth's "twin" taken just a few months apart reveal a recent eruption.
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Space, Science
Geology, Venus,
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Mar 20, 2023
When someone mentions waves, we are most likely to think of the beach and surfers riding breaks to shore, not the waves deep beneath the ocean's surface. Now, new research has shed light on the important role underwater waves play in climate change.
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Environment, Science
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Mar 19, 2023
Light-guided cancer surgery has been in development for some time with varying degrees of success, from light therapy to glow-in-the-dark tumors and the development of compounds that can illuminate tumors.
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Medical, Science
Cancer, Tumor,
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Mar 19, 2023
Scientists at ETH Zurich have made a breakthrough towards designing an off-the-shelf treatment for immunotherapy against cancer. A synthetic protein tweak can allow immune cells from any donor to be given to any patient without the risk of a dangerous immune reaction.
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Medical, Science
The Immune System, Immun
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Mar 19, 2023
A tea that's been around for more than 900 years might be just what the doctor ordered as a treatment for depression, a new study has revealed. Already renowned for its health benefits, researchers have now demonstrated matcha tea's antidepressant-like effects.
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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
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Mar 19, 2023
The UK Space Agency has awarded Rolls-Royce a £2.9-million (US$3.5-million) contract to develop a demonstrator modular nuclear reactor that could be installed on the Moon by 2029 to support permanent human outposts on the lunar surface.
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Space, Science
Rolls Royce,
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Mar 19, 2023
If you've got a photographer's eye, today's smartphones certainly won't hold you back from taking incredible photos. The winners of the 12th annual Mobile Photography Awards prove that the best camera truly is the one you've got with you.
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Photography,
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Mar 19, 2023
One of the first computer mouses and a coding keyset created by computer pioneer Douglas Engelbart have sold for US$178,936 at auction. Like the two previous such Engelbart mouses that have gone to auction, the mouse was sold at RRAuction in Boston, though the value is finally beginning to reflect the historical
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Mar 17, 2023
Born in the heart of American road trip country, Zion Off-Road has developed a more modular breed of camping trailer, a compact squaredrop framed out by T-track. Instead of coming fully equipped like many a modern camping trailer, it can be ordered bone stock and accessorized up from basic towable sleeping pod to expedition-ready backcountry retreat. And the buyer doesn't have to do it all at once, adding accessories over time as one might do wit
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Mar 17, 2023
While we've seen several camping concepts which incorporate the Tesla Cybertruck, chances are most of us will never own such a vehicle. The Tentsla X1 tent, however, is aimed at the existing - and widely owned - Tesla Model Y SUV.
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Outdoors, Lifestyle
Tent,
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Mar 17, 2023
For some people who are morbidly obese, changes in diet and lifestyle just aren't sufficient to shed all the extra weight. A new study suggests that a hibiscus flower extract could help, without the side effects of weight-loss drugs.
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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
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Mar 17, 2023
Hyundai's luxury arm, Genesis, launched with the G90 sedan as its flagship. Now that car has entered its second generation, with the 2023 Genesis G90 seeing a full redesign including engine, interior and price revamps. The G90 is now competing with the high-end European offerings in the luxury full-sized sedan market.
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Automotive, Transport
Hyunda
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Mar 17, 2023
It's been about seven years since researchers used the CRISPER gene-editing system to reverse a blindness-inducing condition called retinitis pigmentosa in stem cells outside the body. Now, using a more refined version of CRISPR, a different research team has restored vision in a live animal model afflicted with the condition. The results may open the door for treatment for the one in 5,000 humans afflicted with the condition.
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Mar 17, 2023
We've seen a bunch of ebikes roll out recently that are pitched as two-wheeled SUVs. Now the electric scoot is getting in on the cargo-hauling action courtesy of Poland's Jacek Skopinski, who has built seated and stand-up models rocking his signature riveted design.
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Urban Transport, Transport
Cargo, Electric Vehicles,
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Mar 17, 2023
In a world first, Polish pilot Luke Czepiela has successfully completed an incredible landing on Dubai's iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. Using a customized fixed-wing CubCrafters Carbon Cub STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) airplane, he touched-down on the supertall skyscraper's helipad at a height of 212 m (695 ft) above the city, stopping with just a few meters to spare.
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Aircraft,
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Mar 17, 2023
With a horrific mortality and recovery rate, intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is a devastating disease with poor long-term outcomes for those who do manage to survive it. And studies show that for people who receive treatment at its onset, around 50% of sufferers will see their condition deteriorate within 28 days.
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Medical, Science
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Mar 17, 2023
OpenAI's ChatGPT has made the public aware of the insane power, potential and threat of large language models. The ripples from ChatGPT's launch late last year are being felt in every industry - you can't responsibly plan for the future of nearly any business without factoring in how these ludicrously capable and seemingly intelligent bots are going to disrupt nearly every process.
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Technology
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Mar 17, 2023
Swimmers who wore Speedo's controversial LZR Racer suit at the 2008 Beijing Olympics broke 23 out of the 25 world records broken, proving that being more streamlined has advantages. A new study out of Japan has shown that the same theory applies to sperm.
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Biology, Science
Fertility
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Mar 16, 2023
There's a different kind of space race under way, one that has engineers trying to crack the code on the best way to build on other celestial bodies. Concepts to build on the Moon have included using lunar dust and materials that could generate electricity, while for Mars scientists have explored no-bake bricks and 3D-printed ones using planetary minerals.
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Technology
Mars,
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Mar 16, 2023
Humans have bitter taste receptors not only in their mouths but in their lungs, too. Researchers have exploited these receptors' innate ability to dilate the airways to create a potent new drug that may change how we treat diseases like asthma and COPD.
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Science
Lung,
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Mar 16, 2023
While we have seen health-tracking smart rings before, the Iris ring is a bit different. Utilizing special miniaturized sensors, it's claimed to be smaller and more energy-efficient than anything else on the market.
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Wearables, Technology
EPFL,
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Mar 16, 2023
It's certainly handy to know how fast gears or wheels are spinning, but equipping them with external sensors can be awkward and may affect their performance. That's why scientists have devised a method of 3D-printing wireless sensors right into the things.
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3D Printing, Technology
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Mar 16, 2023
Unlike Earth, there are millions of planets that have permanent day sides bathed in the light of their star, and permanent night sides cloaked in darkness. The area between these two sides is called the "terminator zone" and is a logical place to search for other life in the galaxy, says a new study.
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Space, Science
Astrophysics, Astronomy
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Mar 16, 2023
Last year, we heard how NASA had awarded a service contract to Axiom Space for the design and production of the agency's Artemis III spacesuit. NASA and Axiom have now unveiled a prototype of the outfit.
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Space, Science
NASA, Space Suit,
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Mar 16, 2023
Zepp Health-owned budget-friendly wearable brand Amazfit has launched a thin and light round smartwatch with a 14-day battery, the ability to tap into five satellite systems, more than 120 sports modes, and a bunch of health tracking features.
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Wearables, Technology
Smartwatch, Health, Monitoring,
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Mar 16, 2023
Beta Technologies has announced plans to take its CX300 electric aircraft, a fixed-wing version of the Alia eVTOL unveiled in 2020, through the certification process and into production for regional medical, cargo, defense and passenger applications.
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Aircraft, Transport
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Mar 16, 2023
It's well known that the engine room of cells, the mitochondria, have a key role in fueling cancer growth. Treatments have targeted these microscopic organelles in many ways, including by blocking their food source to inhibit energy production, knocking them out with a cocktail of drugs and using their output as an early sign of cancer.
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Medical, Science
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Mar 16, 2023
OpenAI has released a significant upgrade to the brains behind its phenomenal ChatGPT AI. Already available to some ChatGPT users, GPT-4 has been trained on an epically massive cloud supercomputing network linking thousands of GPUs, custom-designed and built in conjunction with Microsoft Azure. Strangely, the dataset used to train it has not been updated - so while GPT-4 appears considerably smarter than GPT-3.5, it's just as clueless about anything that's happened since September 2021. And while it retains the full context of a given conversation, it can't update its core model and "learn" from conversations with other users.
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Mar 16, 2023
From their companionship to their ability to make us fitter and healthier, it became dazzlingly clear during the pandemic how much we value our pooches. Nearly one in five US households adopted a pet during this time, and the majority were of the barking variety, meaning you'll now find everyone's best friend in a massive 69 million homes across the country.
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Biology, Science
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Mar 16, 2023
Caffeine is consumed worldwide in coffee, tea, and soft drinks, and its health benefits have been studied for years. Now, researchers have looked at the genes associated with caffeine metabolism to determine how the level of caffeine in the blood affects body fat and the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
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Health & Wellbeing,
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Mar 15, 2023
The "People's Car" company has previewed one of the world's first true everyman electric vehicles, a compact hatchback proposed at a starting price below €25K. Still a concept for now, the ID. 2all arrives as part of of Volkswagen's multi-model EV offensive, and it looks like it could be the right car at the right price. The value-loaded concept promises up to 280 miles (450 km) of range, some of the latest technologies trickled down from larger, more expensive models, and an all-new design language that exudes fun.
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Mar 15, 2023
Much of the Earth has been modified by humans, which has a flow-on effect on natural ecosystems, including the insects that carry disease. For the first time, researchers have examined when and how environmental change affects the transmission of insect-borne diseases, offering insights into future disease management.
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Science
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Mar 15, 2023
When we last heard about Zipline, the California company was using parachutes to drop packages from its delivery drones to the ground. The firm's just-announced Platform 2 (P2) system, however, lowers loads inside of self-steering "droids."
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Drones, Technology
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Mar 15, 2023
Kia plans to introduce its production three-row flagship electric SUV, the EV9, later this month. Ahead of the full reveal, it's released a rather complete exterior walk-around and an interior preview via a series of bright, clean pictures. The new all-electric utility shares the 2021 concept's boxy, angular styling but gets a revised face and some alterations inside.
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Automotive, Transport
Kia,
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Mar 15, 2023
Whether you're an athlete or someone experiencing foot pain, it's important to eliminate high-pressure areas in the soles of your shoes. An experimental insole could help, by showing where such areas are located during a variety of activities.
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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
wearable electronics,
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Mar 15, 2023
No single robot can perform all tasks, yet bringing a bunch of different robots along on Moon missions would be quite inefficient. The WORMS setup offers an alternative, in the form of components that can be mixed and matched to make whatever robot is needed.
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Robotics, Technology
MIT,
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Mar 15, 2023
Though many ebikes blur the lines between a pedal-assist two-wheeler and a small electric motorcycle, most have the look of a traditional bike. Others prefer to thoroughly embrace the moto vibe, and the latest to join the gang is the M20 from China's Engwe.
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Bicycles, Transport
ebikes, Pedal-assisted,
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Mar 15, 2023
In an effort to help vision-impaired people enjoy taking photographs, Sony has paired with QD Laser to create a retinal projection camera kit. By bypassing the outer layers of the eyes, the kit allows those who would otherwise have difficulty doing so see and capture the world around them.
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Photography, Technology
Sony,
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Mar 15, 2023
Chinese tech startup IdeaClub has launched an interesting Full HD ultra-short-throw projector on Indiegogo that offers 100-inch visuals and built-in sound, but can also be had with expansion modules that bring touch interaction, extra up time or boosted audio.
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Home Entertainment, Technology
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Mar 15, 2023
Leading 3D printing firm Icon has revealed an ambitious competition that aims to revolutionize affordable housing. Named Initiative 99, it will solicit designs for 3D-printed homes that can be constructed for under US$99,000.
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Architecture,
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Mar 15, 2023
Scientists in South Korea have created what they call "the world's smallest ball game," throwing individual atoms between two optical traps. The research could eventually make for more adaptable and dynamic quantum computers.
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Science
Atoms, Optical, Optics,
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Mar 15, 2023
Researchers have discovered new information about how the body's immune system works, simultaneously calling into question decades of understanding about the process of antibody-mediated immunity and opening the door for advancements in immunological treatment.
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Biology, Science
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Mar 15, 2023
Lightning's wild LS-218 superbike and Strike sportsbike are among the first EVs to get Enevate's super-high density, ultra-fast charging, next-gen silicon-anode batteries - which charge almost as fast as your buddies can fuel up their dinosaur burners.
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Motorcycles, Transport
Lightning Motorcycles, Electric Motorcycles,
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Mar 15, 2023
Could an enzyme responsible for breaking down and eliminating booze from our bodies also be able to help us lead longer, healthier lives? Scientists have discovered a molecular mechanism that could offer just that.
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Medical, Science
anti-aging,
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Mar 14, 2023
Heated insoles we've looked at previously generally use batteries to create electrical heat for warming up icy toes. French company Solecooler has a different idea. It bypasses the electrical hardware and gets its power straight from the source: the feet themselves. Its insoles use mechanical energy from basic stepping motions to drive integrated heating and cooling elements. The reversible two-sided design means that when the seasons change, the wearer can simply flip the sole over to get the opposite effect.
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Mar 14, 2023
Scientists at the University of Rochester claim to have created a material that acts as a superconductor at room temperature and lower pressures than ever before. If confirmed, this "reddmatter," as they call it, could mark a major breakthrough.
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Materials, Science
superconductor,
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Mar 14, 2023
Researchers have developed a new ultrasound method that can, for the first time, measure tension in human tissue, potentially revolutionizing disease diagnosis.
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Medical, Science
Ultrasound, Diagnosis,
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Mar 14, 2023
While there are now a ton of electric skateboards on the market, almost all of them are controlled by a handheld remote. The Chinese-made JCR Board, however, is controlled by shifting your weight - leaving your hands free.
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Urban Transport, Transport
Electric S
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Mar 14, 2023
Of all the different types of bicycles, downhill mountain bikes have to withstand the most abuse. That's why Colorado-based Revel Bikes decided to 3D-print one of things out of carbon fiber, as an acid test of the technology - the result is the one-off Rodeo.
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Bicycles, Transport
Mountain Bikes, Carbo
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Mar 14, 2023
Spring may be grudgingly approaching in the Northern Hemisphere, but that doesn't mean we're done with hearing about new forms of winter transport. One of the latest is the eLyly, a wooden electric snow scooter.
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Outdoors, Lifestyle
Electric Vehicles, Scooter, Wooden,
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Mar 14, 2023
Wiki World has recently finished installing a sustainable cabin that pops up easily, while minimizing its impact on the environment. Situated in the Fragrant Lake of Huanggang City, China, next to the Inner Lake Peninsula and surrounded by a bamboo forest, the Sprite Cabin consists of a timber crystal-like structure with three peaked volumes that combine to create a modern hut-like retreat.
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Tiny Houses, Lifestyle
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Mar 14, 2023
A new 16-string, single-fret acoustic instrument called the Hanago has launched on Kickstarter, which is designed to combine the best aspects of piano and guitar to make learning to play easy, while also laying down the foundations of music theory.
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Music, Technology
Kickstarter, Learning, Instrument,
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Mar 14, 2023
One of the most profound mysteries facing science is how exactly life arose from non-living matter. Now, scientists have pinpointed a particular peptide that potentially kickstarted life - and it could all be nickelback's fault.
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Biology, Science
Life, Chemistry, molecul
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Mar 14, 2023
An estimated 190 million of women around the world suffer from endometriosis, yet the debilitating condition has no cure, and its broad cache of symptoms has seen it take on average around eight years to even be diagnosed, let alone treated.
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Medical, Science
Pain, Genome
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Mar 14, 2023
ChatGPT's underlying language model, GPT-3.5, is about to be superceded. The CTO of Microsoft Germany has told the audience at the company's "AI in Focus" event that GPT-4 is set for imminent release, unlocking new capabilities, including video.
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Technology
Artificial Intelligence,
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Mar 14, 2023
Knots are known for boosting the strength of materials, from the tiniest twists of DNA to (potentially) the very fabric of the universe. Now, Caltech engineers have developed a new material consisting of microscale knots, and shown that it's far tougher than a version of the material made of the same stuff without knots.
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Materials, Science
new material,
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Mar 14, 2023
Overactive bladder syndrome (OBS) causes a frequent, uncontrolled urge to urinate, which can interfere with a person's daily activities and affect their mental health. A new hydrogel-based device has been developed that can continuously monitor overactive bladders and has the potential to improve the treatment of the condition.
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Medical, Science
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Mar 14, 2023
At 399.99 m (1,312.3 ft) long and 61.5 m (202 ft) wide, the MSC Tessa can handle more than 240,000 tons of cargo. It's the first ship to break that mark, as well as the first that's able to carry more than 24,000 containers.
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Marine, Transport
World's Largest,
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Mar 13, 2023
An ultra-rugged micro-camper built to trail a fully modded 4x4 anywhere, the Hardkorr Xplorer trailer lives up to both its make and model names. It's essentially a truck canopy that rides behind the bumper rather than over top it, with a dual-purpose design that lets it work as a towable toolbox for the job site and an all-in-one shelter for the campsite. Either way, its gullwing doors and oversized storage lockers provide plenty of space for modular equipment and loose gear. Innovative features like an integrated staircase make for convenient use.
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Mar 13, 2023
While consumers of crabs know just what the core of a crustacean has to offer, scientists are increasingly looking at the animal's exoskeleton for novel medicine and biotechnology.
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Technology
Lithium metal, Batteries, Sustainable,
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Mar 13, 2023
Bacteria often get a bad rap, but in many cases they're helpful little critters. Engineers have now developed a protective coating for buildings that's loaded with bacteria, which absorb CO2 to produce a barrier against erosion by the elements.
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Materials, Science
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Mar 13, 2023
Cancer tumors are particularly adept at evading the body's immune response, making treatment difficult. A new study has genetically engineered a common gut bacteria, enabling it to seek out and destroy cancer tumors from the inside.
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Medical, Science
Cancer,
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Mar 13, 2023
The US, UK, and Australian governments have issued a joint statement outlining the AUKUS treaty plan to provide the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) with nuclear-powered attack submarines, which includes the development of a new British-designed AUKUS-class submarine that will involve an unprecedented sharing of American and British nuclear technology.
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Military, Technology
Royal Australi
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Mar 13, 2023
It would be an understatement to say that mussels and other mollusks usually aren't thought of as being particularly active. Recently, however, scientists have documented a water-squirting behavior in just one species, which is apparently using the action to give its larvae a fighting chance.
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Biology, Science
University of Cambridge,
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Mar 13, 2023
There may be new hope for people afflicted with Tourette's syndrome, in the form of a wrist-worn device. In a test of the technology, the majority of participants experienced a reduction in tic severity of at least 25%.
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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
wearable el
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Mar 13, 2023
Mack Trucks, which is part of the Volvo Group, has announced its second EV option, following the launch of the LR model in 2016 and subsequent availability in 2021. The medium-duty truck is an electric version of the company's MD diesel vehicle.
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Automotive, Transport
Mack, Volvo,
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Mar 13, 2023
In order to reach their full potential, soft robotic devices can't just consist of rigid electronic components encased in squishy rubber. A new material could help in that regard, as it's soft, self-healing and electrically conductive.
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Robotics, Technology
Soft Robotics,
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Mar 13, 2023
Italy's enduro ebike specialist Thok has launched a stealthy mixed-wheel trail adventurer called the Gram RC that's built around a stiff and light full carbon frame and is powered by a Shimano motor with matching battery.
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Bicycles, Transport
ebikes, Pedal-assisted, Carbon Fiber,
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Mar 13, 2023
The Albanian capital Tirana is currently undergoing a construction boom that has resulted in a remarkable number of unusual high-profile buildings, including BIG's National Theatre of Albania and MVRDV's Downtown One Tirana. The latest project will create a new headquarters for a TV station and will take the form of carelessly stacked film reels.
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Architecture,
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Mar 13, 2023
German airline Lufthansa is reinventing the long-haul international travel experience with a dramatic makeover to its new fleet. The new Allegris Business Class will see seven different category options offered for the first time, in addition to being jammed-packed with high-tech, comfort, privacy, and style. Lufthansa is contributing an epic 2.5 billion Euros (US$2.67 billion) into the new fleet over the next two years, which is its biggest investment to date.
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Mar 11, 2023
In a teaser ahead of its first flight later this year, the US Air Force has released two new images of its B-21 Raider nuclear stealth bomber that provide new insights into the highly-classified US$692-million aircraft's design and capabilities.
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Military, Technology
Aircraft, US Air Force,
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Mar 10, 2023
Since the 2019 Hymer Vision Venture concept van, inflatable roofs have been slowly creeping into the RV industry. Erwin Hymer integrated them into production soon after that concept, installing different variants on the Bu¨rstner Lyseo Gallery motorhome and Hymer Vision S camper van. Now German inflatable specialist X-Gloo looks to bring inflatable pop-tops to a wider market of van lifers, teaming with one of Europe's leading pop-up roof builders to showcase their benefits. The prototype roof sits atop a blazingly styled VW concept van to nearly double interio
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Mar 10, 2023
Sea to Summit announced its entry into the tent market two years ago when it introduced the innovative, space-enhancing Telos and Alto Tension Ridge backpacking tents. It has since added to the lineup with 3 season models and a more frame-friendly Telos bikepacking tent. Now it grows the Tension Ridge family once again with the Ikos. Available in two- and three-person sizes, the Ikos TR features a rugged, roomy construction and a flexible design that can be pitched as a full tent or an open-air daytime "hangout."
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Mar 10, 2023
Nobody likes the idea of herbicides in their veggies, yet hiring workers to pick weeds by hand can be prohibitively expensive for farmers. The Vulcan farm implement offers an alternative, as it automatically spots and yanks out weeds while leaving crop plants alone.
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Good Thinking, Lifestyle
Farming,
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Mar 10, 2023
Although glass is known for being fully recyclable, the US Environmental Protection Agency states that only about one third of post-consumer glass actually gets recycled. A new glass-based building cladding material could help boost that number.
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Materials, Science
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Mar 10, 2023
After a week with the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning in a place where trucks are actually needed, we learned that the F-150 Lightning is in fact a good truck. Provided you don't have too far to go, that is.
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Automotive, Transport
Ford, Electric truck,
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Mar 10, 2023
Gestational diabetes, a potentially dangerous medical condition affecting pregnant women, has been seeing a worrisome spike in recent years. New research shows that the reason may have to do with how much excess light a woman encounters before sleeping.
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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
Diab
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Mar 10, 2023
Folks who spend much of their home-working time tapping away at a keyboard, and also suffer from cold hands, can find keeping their digits toasty during winter months something of an expensive problem. Danish startup Varme has sought to address such issues with a power-sipping desktop hand warmer.
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Around The Home, Lifestyle
Indiegogo
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Mar 10, 2023
Here's a novel take on tiny living, courtesy of architects Juan Ruiz and Amelia Tapia in Ecuador. Named the Iwi, the structure could be a good fit as a home office or guest accommodation for those with limited space thanks to its concertina-like design, which means it can be collapsed in and stowed away when not in use.
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Tiny Houses,
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Mar 10, 2023
Last year, Specialized announced that it was branching out with a dedicated effort to persuade commuters to leave the car at home and ride into town on two wheels instead. Now the Globe Haul ST has launched as the first fruit of that vision.
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Bicycles, Transport
Specialized Bikes, ebikes, car
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Mar 10, 2023
Food vendors won't have to wait around for Wing's delivery drones to come pick up an order. The company has released video of new "AutoLoader" stations that'll hang onto boxes waiting for a skyhook-style pickup from the next available drone.
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Drones, Technology
Wing Inc,
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Mar 10, 2023
The zebra's distinctive appearance has been the source of much scientific debate, from its role in predator confusion, to how it can to deter horsefly bites. And recently, it was found that the animals can raise the fur of their black segments to transfer heat away from the skin for temperature regulation.
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Technology
Electric,
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Mar 10, 2023
We laughed our heads off when we first heard about King of the Baggers racing. Giant, open-road touring sofas from Harley and Indian going head to head in a race series starting at Laguna Seca? It sounds as preposterous now as it did then.
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Motorcycles, Transport
Indian Motorcycles, Cruisers,
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Mar 09, 2023
Two icons of vehicular styling have come together to answer the simple question "What if?" More specifically, that question reads,"What if a next-generation Airstream trailer incorporated design cues from Porsche?" The answer is the Airstream Studio F. A. Porsche Concept Travel Trailer, a gorgeous design study with styling much more effective and on point than its nondescript name tag. Designed to be aerodynamic, off-grid-capable and easily garageable in the off-season, the two-person pop-up concept lays out a very attractive direction for future Silver Bullets.
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Mar 09, 2023
Mozart's Sonata for Two Pianos in D Major has been credited with having many positive effects, including alleviating epilepsy symptoms. But a new meta-analysis out of Vienna has concluded that there is no scientific evidence linking Mozart's piece of music with health benefits for epileptics.
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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
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Mar 09, 2023
Scientists are one step closer to understanding consciousness, with the unveiling of the world's first complete, high-resolution brain map of the baby fruit fly. It's the most complex and intricate connectome of any animal's brain ever constructed and paves the way for a revolutionary new frontier of artificial intelligence and neuroscience developments.
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Science
Brain,
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Mar 09, 2023
Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib) is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, affecting millions of people worldwide. Researchers have now developed a new procedure that shows great promise as a safe, quick and effective alternative to existing surgical methods used to treat the condition.
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Medical, Science
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Mar 09, 2023
Having already rolled out the world's first ammonia-fueled tractor and the world's first ammonia-fueled semi truck, Brooklyn company Amogy has now got hold of a 1957 tugboat, and plans to have the world's first ammonia-powered ship sailing this year.
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Marine, Transport
Ammonia,
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Mar 09, 2023
A couple of years ago, Ignik lit up impromptu campsites everywhere with the FireCan, a compact, portable gas fire pit shaped like an ammo can. The FireCan packs more easily than other portable gas fire pits, and brings the campfire to areas where wood fires are banned or impractical to build. With the new FireCan Deluxe, Ignik expands the can's feature set with a grill top and dual-purpose controls. The Deluxe delivers both cooking and ambient fires so that campers can leave the standalone grill at home.
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Mar 09, 2023
In the quest to combat Alzheimer's disease, researchers have been hopeful about the use of antibodies to destroy peptides in the brain that cause damaging tangles and plaque buildups. So far though, such treatments have been unsuccessful. Postulating that the issue had to do with the antibodies getting blocked by the blood-brain barrier, scientists have found a way to sneak them into the brains of mice afflicted with the disease, and have seen encouraging results.
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Mar 09, 2023
Traditional paint gets it color from synthetic pigments, which fade over time and aren't very eco-friendly. There may soon be a better alternative, though, in the form of a paint which incorporates color-producing nanostructures.
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Materials, Science
University of Central Florida,
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Mar 09, 2023
While there are already a variety of implants that dispense medication within the body, most of them either can't be externally controlled, or they eventually have to be surgically removed. A new one, however, uses light to avoid both problems.
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Medical, Science
Northwestern University, Implant,
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Mar 09, 2023
Back in 2021, China's JMGO launched a successful Kickstarter for a 4K tri-color Laser TV. Now the company is heading to Indiegogo with a more compact plug-and-play laser projector called the N1 Ultra that's built around a tri-color laser engine for the promise of "bright and true-to-life" UHD visuals.
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Home Entertainment, Technology
Pr
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Mar 09, 2023
Polaris believes performance side-by-side UTV racing is ready to step up a level. So it's launching the "first full-fledged UTV class factory racing program," complete with a purpose-built race vehicle, a full-time crew and a dedicated workshop.
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Automotive, Transport
Polaris, utv,
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Mar 09, 2023
Following its Wolf Ranch and House Zero homes, leading 3D-printed-architecture firm Icon continues to push forward its cutting-edge building techniques with a development in Marfa, Texas. Created in collaboration with the Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), the El Cosmico project will consist of a campground and facilities, plus both small and larger housing.
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Architecture,
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