Scientists have deciphered the world’s oldest map – and they believe it could lead them to the location of Noah’s Ark. The 3,000-year-old Babylonian artifact has puzzled archaeologists for centuries, but in recent weeks, experts have discovered the meaning. The clay tablet was discovered in the Middle East before being acquired by the British Museum … Read more
Alexander Maloney, an international leader in quantum information science, joins the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) this fall as the inaugural Kathy and Stan Walters Endowed Professor of Quantum Science. Maloney, a researcher investigating fundamental issues in theoretical physics and quantum information theory, comes to Syracuse from McGill University in Montreal. Alexander Maloney “I … Read more
A digital representation of a group of cell-penetrating peptides. Credit: Daryl Ariawan A new review of research on cell-penetrating peptide (CPP) clusters by scientists from Macquarie University and the University of Oxford will provide a roadmap for biomedical scientists to develop the next generation of treatments for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Biological barriers such as … Read more
NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover took this image using its right navigation camera on sol 4343—Mars day 4,343 of the Mars Science Laboratory mission—on October 24, 2024 at 15:26:28 UTC. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech Changes to the plan on Wednesday, moving the drive one sol earlier, meant that we started planning this morning about 18 meters (about 59 … Read more
Whether it’s a one-night stand or a long-term relationship, infidelity has been the downfall of many relationships. But scientists say there is more than one way for someone to be unfaithful to their partner. In an analysis of more than 300 studies, researchers from Stony Brook University found three distinct forms of infidelity — most … Read more
Rodanthe in December 2023. Photo by Brad Hanson From CoastalReview.org The scientific panel that advises the state Coastal Resources Commission is showing in a new report how the findings of a 2022 federal report predicting sea level rise of more than a foot by 2050 apply to the Carolinas of the North. Released in mid-October, … Read more
Insider Brief: Quantum-centric supercomputers combine quantum and classical systems to tackle computational challenges in materials science, bypassing the memory limitations that hamper classical approaches. Specialized algorithms, such as the variational quantum eigensolver, quantum phase estimation, and Trotterization, can provide accurate modeling of atomic-level properties needed for applications in energy storage, aerospace, and durable materials. Quantum … Read more
The collaboration enables customers to safely and securely use AI to accelerate drug research and discovery BALTIMORE, October 29, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sapio Sciences, the science-aware laboratory computing platform, today announced that it has strengthened its long-term relationship with Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) through the integration of AWS Bedrock with the Sapio Platform. This integration makes … Read more
It’s Halloween. You’ve just finished the trick and it’s time to evaluate the payload. You likely have a favorite, whether it’s chocolate, peanut butter cups, those rubber bands with Nerds on them, or something else. For some people, myself included, one piece stands out – the Snickers bar, especially if it’s full size. The combination … Read more
The leading patient-centered health platform strengthens commitment to scientific and strategic excellence in real-world trials Jeff Trotter, Chief Science Officer, Inspire Inspire appoints Jeff Trotter, RWE Pioneer, as Chief Science Officer Arlington, VA, Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inspire, the world’s largest online health community, today announced the appointment of Jeff Trotter as Chief … Read more