Evo AI predicts gene mutations and could speed up bio design
Evo AI predicts the effects of gene mutations across DNA, RNA, and proteins, a step that could speed disease research and synthetic biology.
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Google AI makes better diagnoses than human doctors
Google’s AMIE AI outperforms doctors in diagnosis and empathy in a text-based simulation, signaling a future where AI aids medical care.
A wearable device designed to trigger lucid dreams on demand
A forthcoming device called Halo, expected to launch in 2025, is designed to help users achieve lucid dreams. By stimulating the brain during sleep, the device aims to enable users to control their dreams, offering potential therapeutic and recreational benefits.…
A pill that mimics some effects of exercise is being tested in mice
A molecule called SLU-PP-332 boosted the metabolism and helped muscle gain and weight loss in mice – though it will be years before it will be trialed in humans. Scientists have developed a drug that mimics the benefits of rigorous…
videoHarmony is a lifelike robot designed to be a romantic companion
The launch of Harmony, the world’s first talking sex robot, introduces new ethical and social dilemmas. While designed to simulate human-like interactions and companionship, the development of such technology raises questions about its impact on human relationships, consent, and the…
videoGallium: the metal that melts in your hand
Gallium is a soft metal (Ga, atomic number 31) that melts just above a cool room, near 29.8 degrees Celsius in NIST tables. Once liquid, it stays liquid over an unusually wide span before boiling around roughly 2200 to 2400 degrees Celsius depending on the reference. PubChem, national lab summaries, RSC, and USGS help connect that chemistry to metrology, gallium compounds in electronics, gallium-based alloys, and hands-on demos when safety rules are respected.
ChadGPT: women are using AI chatbots as virtual boyfriends
AI technology can replace some positive aspects of a relationship: chatting, generating love songs, recommending restaurants. AI can replicate some aspects but face challenges in areas like social media and personal connections.
videoCats can learn to communicate using talking buttons
Some cats learn to press soundboard buttons to communicate words like "food" and "play". Research shows stronger evidence for dogs, while cat studies remain mostly observational. The TheyCanTalk project tracks thousands of pets using these systems.
Hangover injections in Dubai
Private healthcare companies are offering ‘magic cures’ hangover injections for £100 to £300 in Dubai.