NASA will spend up to $30 million over the next five years to set up and support two new institutes dedicated to helping humanity extend its footprint out into the solar system. The two Space Technology Research Institutes – each of which will receive up to $15 million of NASA funding over a five-year “period of performance” – will aim to develop new technologies in the fields of biomanufacturing and materials, agency officials said.
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Elon Musk thinks artificial intelligence will destroy the meaning of life 0:0
Tech billionaire Elon Musk believes artificial intelligence could be catastrophic for humanity who are set to become a cyborg race which will have to grapple with 15 percent of the global workforce being without a job. The creative genius added a “universal income” would have to be introduced for the global population because robots will do everything.
Want to See the Future of Networking? It’s in Research & Education Today
In a demonstration organized by the International Center for Advanced Internet Research at Northwestern University and the Advanced Internet Research group of the University of Amsterdam, researchers utilized computing clusters in San Diego and Amsterdam to give an example of how computation doesn’t need to be localized within a data center, but can instead be migrated across geographical distances to run applications and external clients with minimal downtime. You might be asking yourself- wait, isn’t that just “the cloud”? The cloud has been omnipresent for several years now, so why are research institutions just now looking into it? Well, they’re not.
ONIOFF – Onion URL Inspector
ONIOFF is basically an Onion URL inspector, it’s a simple tool – written in pure python – for inspecting Deep Web URLs . It takes specified onion links and returns their current status along with the site’s title.
NASA Finds Life’s Building Blocks on Ceres
Scientists consider dwarf planet Ceres a better planet for aliens. Recently organic molecules are discovered by NASA’s Dawn spacecraft on Ceres.
Ant odd couple work together to build and keep a healthy nest
One is a massive black ant, the other is a tiny, only distantly related, brown ant. But together they form a perfect team to build and guard a shared nest.
Alphabet’s – Loon’ internet plan closer to deployment
Google parent Alphabet said artificial intelligence-infused navigation software has significantly sped up plans to deploy Project Loon internet balloons to serve remote regions of the world Word that being able to more smartly guide high-altitude baloons promised to improve coverage while curbing cost came as Loon hit headwinds in some locales where it has been testing the technology. “Our timelines are starting to move up on how we can do more for the world sooner,” said Astro Teller, who heads the team at the Alphabet unit X, in charge of “moonshot” projects of the technology giant.
Irish HR forum examines future of Robots and AI in the workplace
Over 20% of jobs may be performed by machines in 20 years time. This is according to a paper written by the Future of Work Institute, in association with Cpl through its research team and in collaboration with clients and candidates, to identify future work trends and support companies in future proofing their workplaces.
Artist Creates Cherry-Scented Vanta…
Well, a cherry-scented pigment that’s described as “the world’s mattest, flattest, blackest art material,” is the new black. In March 2016 artist Anish Kapoor secured the exclusive artistic rights to Vantablack, which was originally created by Surrey Nanosystems for use on military and astronomy equipment.
Bolster your resume with the Linux/UNIX Certification Training Bundle
Linux and UNIX operating systems have become increasingly popular in commercial computing environments, consequently administrators for these platforms are very much in-demand. If you want to capitalize on this, then the Linux/UNIX Certification Training Bundle can get you started.
Desert ants: Same behavior outdoors and in the lab
These desert ants live in salt pans and are ideal models for navigation research. When they set out in search of food in their flat, bare, hostile environment, they are nevertheless always able to find their way back to their nest on the shortest route possible.
Can internet-beaming balloons outmaneuver shifting winds?
In doing so, the 4-year-old “Project Loon” says it will be able to bring remote parts of the world online more quickly with a smaller fleet of the balloons than it previously thought. Engineers involved in the eccentric project, a part of the X Lab owned by Google’s corporate parent Alphabet Inc., say they have come up with algorithms that enable the high-flying balloons to do a better job anticipating shifting wind conditions so they hover above masses of land for several months instead of orbiting the earth.
The Verdict Is In: UCaaS It Is
From Madison Avenue to Main Street USA, innovation is introducing a new era, opening the door to an exciting time to be in technology. Cloud computing is a key component of the ongoing digital transformation at hand, empowering a new generation of services and solutions capable of addressing the needs of today, while also poised to provide support for the demands of tomorrow.
Undersea Robot to Hunt for Strange Life of Deep Pacific: Watch Online
Armchair oceanographers, take note: This week, the research ship Okeanos Explorer will send a remotely operated vehicle into the depths of the Pacific Ocean, seeking out exotic sea animals like the “walking” fish called a sea toad and other curiosities. And, you can have a front-row seat.
Always ‘Just Around the Corner,’ AI Finally Arrives
After years of being on the verge of arriving, the AI revolution is here, says Heavy Reading Senior Analyst Steve Bell. “There’s a saying that AI is going to be big in the next ten years, but they’ve been saying that for the last 20 years,” the Heavy Reading man said in a wide-ranging interview with Light Reading.
Get your feet wet as a marine biologist in a VR coral reef
A team of technologists and marine biology experts have produced a virtual reality coral reef based off the Sisters’ Islands Marine Park in Singapore. The demo, named “Eyes on Habitat: Coral Reefs” was unveiled on Wednesday.
Chinese Smart Robot Maker CloudMinds Creates CI-based Robots by Upgrading from AI to CI
SoftBank has completed a series A investment in CloudMinds and appointed CloudMinds CEO CloudMinds, the world’s first CI-based robot operator, is committed to the exploration of how to move from Artificial intelligence to CI. difference between AI and machine intelligence is that AI combines machines with human beings rather than treating them as wholly separate entities.
Fog Computing Market Growing at a CAGR of 60.67% During 2017 to 2021
The global fog computing market analyst says M2M enables machines to connect and interact securely over a network. It also keeps track of safety and security measures by providing remote access, 24×7 monitoring, and automated emergency response.
Ibm Ceo Urges Partners To Choose Their Cloud Architecture Wisely,…
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty told IBM partners Tuesday that the cloud architectures they implement for customers at this “interesting moment in time right now” will likely impact their respective businesses for decades to come. “Architecture decisions determine an awful lot of things,” Rometty told attendees of the IBM PartnerWorld conference.
Biological Safety Testing Market Is Expecting Worldwide Growth by…
Biologics are substance or products extracted or manufactured from biological sources such as living organisms, proteins, nucleic acid, or a complex combination of these substances. It includes a wide range of products such as gene therapy, somatic cells, tissues, recombinant therapeutic proteins, and blood components.
What is the point of learning C?
Take a look at the TIOBE Programming Community Index – an indicator of the popularity of programming languages – and you’ll see that Google’s Go and, to a lesser extent, Dart and Perl are trending up. The venerable C, however, is a language whose popularity is plummeting, according to the index.
Trustlook Offers Advanced AI Security Engine for Multiple Platforms and Attack Surfaces
Trustlook Inc. today released the SECUREai product suite, a licensable set of cybersecurity products built on artificial intelligence that run on multiple platforms and protect multiple attack surfaces. SECUREai revolutionizes cybersecurity by replacing outdated, signature-based solutions with an engine powered by cutting-edge machine learning methods that provides protection for mobile phones, IoT devices, network appliances, and PCs.
Is the programming language C worth learning?
Take a look at the TIOBE Programming Community Index – an indicator of the popularity of programming languages – and you’ll see that Google’s Go and, to a lesser extent, Dart and Perl are trending up. The venerable C, however, is a language whose popularity is plummeting, according to the index.
The spectacular aftermath of a supernova was just seen at its earliest stage ever
This image made by the Hubble Space Telescope shows the tattered remains of a supernova explosion known as Cassiopeia A. Life in this universe begins and ends with supernovae. In a spectacular eruption powerful enough to outshine a galaxy, a star is killed – and new elements are forged.
Dyson is quietly working artificial intelligence into all of its home gadgets
In the brave new world of smart homes, Dyson thinks it’s got a way to get a leg up over the competition: artificial intelligence. The British tech giant has just invested some $412 million in a new research facility in Singapore, and sees it as a big piece in a future where “everything is automatic.”
Illinois lawmakers propose biotech tax credits
The legislation, introduced by Republican state Sen. Chapin Rose of Mahomet and Democratic state Sen. Andy Manar of Bunker Hill, would provide incentives to produce and sell new renewable products made from biomass and other renewable sources, the Herald & Review reported. “We have leading biotechnology companies, large and small, that are leading research and development efforts on these innovative products, and we have critical mass in infrastructure to produce and transport these renewables around the world,” Manar said.
Newly discovered breast stem cells wake up when exposed to ovarian hormones
Walter and Eliza Hall Institute researchers have used advanced cellular, bioinformatics and imaging technology to reveal a long-lived type of stem cell in the breast that is responsible for the growth of the mammary glands during pregnancy. The newly discovered stem cells, which respond to the ‘ovarian hormones’ progesterone and oestrogen, may also be linked to a high-risk form of breast cancer.
Newly discovered breast stem cells wake up when exposed to ovarian hormones
Walter and Eliza Hall Institute researchers have used advanced cellular, bioinformatics and imaging technology to reveal a long-lived type of stem cell in the breast that is responsible for the growth of the mammary glands during pregnancy. The newly discovered stem cells, which respond to the ‘ovarian hormones’ progesterone and oestrogen, may also be linked to a high-risk form of breast cancer.
Qorvo Wi-Fi Innovator Cees Links Honored with Golden Mousetrap Lifetime Achievement Award
QorvoA , a leading provider of innovative RF solutions that connect the world, today announced that company executive Cees Links has been recognized for his significant contributions to the Wi-Fi industry with the prestigious Design News 2017 Golden Mousetrap Lifetime Achievement Award. Presented Feb.7 in Anaheim, California, the aw James Klein, president, Qorvo Infrastructure and Defense Products, said, “Cees is passionate about building a smarter, more connected world – one where we can live more meaningful lives through the power of billions of interconnected devices.
Super Micro Computer (SMCI) – Research Analysts’ Recent Ratings Updates
Several brokerages have updated their recommendations and price targets on shares of Super Micro Computer in the last few weeks: 1/27/2017 – Super Micro Computer had its price target raised by analysts at Susquehanna Bancshares Inc from $27.00 to $33.00. They now have a “positive” rating on the stock.
Nokia applies spectrum innovation to create private mobile networks…
Nokia radio access network and core technologies to leverage licensed, unlicensed and shared spectrum for robust private mobile networks to meet communications and innovation needs of vertical industries MEC to enable interworking between multi-operator, multi-access RAN networks to boost performance and quality in venues and enterprise buildings Nokia to show potential for new enterprise business opportunities at Mobile World Congress 2017 using Flexi Zone small cells leveraging MulteFire and CBRS spectrum Espoo, Finland – Nokia is to introduce technologies that leverage licensed, unlicensed and shared spectrum for the creation of robust, private end-to-end networks for vertical industries.
10X Genomics Launches Comprehensive Software Suite For Single-Cell…
The new software suite, announced at the 17th Annual Advances in Genome Biology and Technology Meeting, includes the Loupea Cell Browser and an updated version of Cell Rangera pipelines, which together provide a complete and seamless analysis workflow for detailed gene expression profiling information on a cell-by-cell basis. “With this in mind, we designed our new software as part of a comprehensive solution to make scalable single-cell gene expression analysis possible for every lab, from sample to discovery.”
Beaver ecology talks set for Belfast, Liberty
Beaver expert, inventor and entrepreneur Skip Lisle of Beaver Deceivers International will speak in Belfast and Liberty on how to install deceivers and other devices designed to protect human infrastructure, wetlands and beavers. His presentations Wednesday, Feb. 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Waterfall Arts in Belfast, and Thursday, Feb. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Ivan O. Davis-Liberty Library in Liberty, also will cover the ecological role beavers play in maintaining healthy ecosystems and keeping wetlands functioning.
PyBEL 0.3.8
Biological Expression Language is a domain-specific language that enables the expression of complex molecular relationships and their context in a machine-readable form. Its simple grammar and expressive power have led to its successful use in the IMI project, AETIONOMY , to describe complex disease networks with several thousands of relationships.
Why it’s time for Australia to launch its own NASA
Any nation that hopes to have a space program needs to be able to keep an eye on its orbiting assets at all times. This means that Australia has become a key link in the global chain of ground-based tracking stations.
Why Yale reconsidered Calhoun College’s white supremacist ties
A rear gate at Calhoun College, one of Yale’s 12 residential colleges for undergraduates. On Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, Yale University said it is renaming Calhoun College after Grace Hooper, a trailblazing computer scientist, a mathematician who earned Yale degrees in the 1930s, invented a pioneering computer programming language and became a Navy rear admiral.
Scientists discover an unexpected influence on dividing stem cells’ fate
When most cells divide, they simply make more of themselves. But stem cells, which are responsible for repairing or making new tissue, have a choice: They can generate more stem cells or differentiate into skin cells, liver cells, or virtually any of the body’s specialized cell types.
Bearish Sugar? Here Are Six Things That May Spoil the Surplus
Counting on next season’s return to surplus to buy your sugar cheap? You may want to hedge your bets. While most analysts forecast supplies will exceed demand in the 2017-18 season that starts in October for most countries, stockpiles will remain at historically low levels, “affording little latitude for under-performance in the major sugar producing countries,” according to Sean Diffley, head of sugar and ethanol at Tropical Research Services, which advises hedge funds.
Low demand, disease shrivel orange crop
Things keep getting worse for citrus growers in Florida, where crop disease and slowing demand continue to threaten what used to be a signature industry in the sunshine state. The state’s orange crop is poised to shrink to what could be the smallest harvest in five decades, according to Judy Ganes-Chase, president of J. Ganes Consulting in Panama City, Panama.
Yale to rename Calhoun College after protests
Yale University announced Saturday that it would change the name of an undergraduate residence college named for 19th-century American politician, Yale alumnus and slavery proponent John C. Calhoun. “Calhoun’s legacy as a white supremacist and a national leader who passionately promoted slavery as a ‘positive good’ fundamentally conflicts with Yale’s mission and values,” Yale President Peter Salovey said in a written statement released Saturday.