Artist re-creates the birthplace of artificial intelligence
The room is a replica of the offices of two computer scientists who created the first artificial intelligence program over fifty years ago.
Space oddity: Flatworm sent into orbit returns to Earth with an extra head
Scientists sent two sets of flatworms to the ISS. When they returned, researchers realized space can do freaky things to flatworms.
If you need an extra hand (or two), these wearable limbs can help you out
Dubbed MetaLimbs, the device is controlled with a user's feet and knees, enabling them to move its arms around and even grasp objects.
United Nations summit seeks to save humanity with artificial intelligence
By the end of the conference, the organizers hope to establish recommendations on how best to develop and deploy AI for the good of all.
Astronomers just discovered a huge planet that’s hotter than most stars
Dubbed KELT-9b, the planet is a gas giant that's nearly three times the size of Jupiter and tidally locked to its host star.
Physicians try to determine how astronauts will handle outer space medical emergencies
Experts are discussing and preparing for outer space medical emergencies at this year’s Euroanaesthesia Congress in Geneva.
German engineers’ nanoscale filtration system filters the tiniest of particles
Engineers at German company Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft have developed a filtration membrane that can filter particles at an unprecedented scale.
Dragonflies are being genetically engineered into cybernetic drones
The DragonflEye project wants to develop more sophisticated technology that may usher in an evolution for cybernetic insects.
Will robots take your job? Website estimates which jobs will be automated
Willrobotstakemyjob.com was created by a developer and graphic designer to show which jobs were most likely to be automated in the future.
Scientists discover hundreds of unintended mutations in CRISPR-edited mice
The revolutionary gene-editing tool comes with a few hundred caveats, says a new study that discovered hundreds of unintended mutations.
Designer virus carries cancer genes, tells immune system to attack tumor
Developed by Swiss scientists, these designer viruses stimulate the immune system, causing it to target tumors with killer cells.
First science data from Juno shows Jupiter is a complex and chaotic planet
The recent results depict Jupiter as a highly complex and chaotic world with cyclones the size of Earth and a strong magnetic field.
MIT’s shape-shifting noodles amuse diners, could revolutionize packaging
MIT researchers develop shape-shifting noodles that change shape only when dunked in water. The technology could revolutionize packaging.
South Korean scientists develop another controllable cyborg turtle
Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology have built a parasitic robot that controls turtles with LEDs.
Using just a smartphone, citizen scientists can help track endangered species
A team of conservationists are developing algorithms to analyze images of footprints and using drones to monitor animals from the air.
Innovative tool allows students to learn Braille without instructors
The Read Read uses a combination of tactile and audio feedback to teach the alphabet for people who don’t have access to teachers.
Beekeepers developing an AI app to spot bee's worst enemy
A team of beekeepers has proposed a plan to save bees. An AI-powered app would analyze images of beehives to spot harmful mites.
With names like Burf Pink and Bank Butt, a paint algorithm fails spectacularly
Computer scientist and artist Janelle Shane has developed an AI that creates and names new paint colors -- the result it hilarious.
MIT's 'living cell' shirt reacts to sweat to help cool you down
MIT's bioLogic technology uses living microbial cells that respond to heat and moisture allowing materials to change shape.
Brain implant allows paralyzed people to control an exoskeleton with their mind
A new stent could connect directly to the brain and let paralyzed people control an exoskeleton using only their minds.
Healthy mouse pups born from mice with 3D-printed ovaries
After having prosthetic ovaries implanted, previously infertile mothers saw an increase in hormone levels, began to ovulate, and gave birth.
Machine learning algorithms re-create city in 3D using only image data
Researchers have reconstructed Zurich, Switzerland in 3D by stitching together millions of images and videos.
This drone footage finally reveals how narwhals use their long tusks
In a short clip, a narwhal is shown striking, stunning, and eating a small fish — the first time such behavior has been captured on tape.
Powered exoskeleton helps those with limited mobility maintain their balance
A lightweight, powered exoskeleton connected to the waist supports people as they walk, preventing dangerous slips and stumbles.
New design shows body's fluids could power pacemakers without batteries
Charged particles from blood and urine the human body could someday power pacemakers, thanks to a team of engineers.
This drone will try to keep its distance if you look annoyed by it
Engineers have developed an autonomous drone blimp with sensors that will help it fly around humans and respond to gestures.