Archive for the ‘science’ category: Page 89
May 16, 2019
The Real Life Sheldon & Leonard: CMU Physics Professors Thank ‘Big Bang Theory’ For Making Love Of Science More Accepted
Posted by Genevieve Klien in categories: cosmology, science
Two Carnegie Mellon University physics professors thank “The Big Bang Theory” for making loving science more accepted.
May 16, 2019
Transhumanist science will reshape what it means to be human
Posted by Zoltan Istvan in categories: science, transhumanism
I’ve been wanting to write on this quintessential #transhumanism debate for a long time: whether a copy of you is…well you. Here’s my new article for Quartz: https://qz.com/1616187/transhumanist-science-will-reshape-wh…-be-human/ #Omnipotism #Philosophy #LifeExtensionGameTheory
In 20 years transhumanist science could help us cheat death.
May 14, 2019
Moon: Exploration is in our DNA and our closest celestial friend, the Moon, is a treasure chest of science!
Posted by Michael Lance in categories: biotech/medical, science, space
As we look forward to #Moon2024 mission, we’re sharing these highlights of our favorite neighbor taken from the International Space Station and Earth:
Photographs of the moon taken by astronauts in space and individuals on Earth.
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May 12, 2019
University of Manitoba ‘Science Rendezvous’ tops 4,000 in attendance
Posted by Genevieve Klien in category: science
On Saturday, over 70 different booths were set up at the University of Manitoba’s campus, with each one showcasing a different aspect of science.
WATCH: Thousands flocked to the University of Manitoba to take in over 70 different hands on science demonstrations at this year’s “Science Rendezvous.” Marek Tkach reports.
For the 12th year in a row, ‘Science Rendezvous’ was organized and executed by over 700 U of M students.
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May 11, 2019
20 New Advances in the Science of Aging
Posted by Paul Battista in categories: life extension, science
Here’s a look at 20 of the most exciting areas of research on aging to watch in 2019 and beyond.
May 10, 2019
China charts a path into European science
Posted by Derick Lee in categories: energy, science
The promise of investments in infrastructure and research appeals to many of the economically challenged nations in central and eastern Europe. These countries have battled brain drain, persistent corruption and lack of support for research and development. In this region, Chinese companies are — among other projects — building a bridge to connect two parts of Croatia, although this project stalled in 2012, in part because of funding problems. They are also financing the construction of an energy-efficient ‘smart city’ near the Bulgarian capital of Sofia, which would be the first such development in Europe, according to promoters.
As the Belt and Road Initiative spreads to central and eastern Europe, China’s investments in research and technology are raising concerns in the West.
By Antoaneta Roussi
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May 9, 2019
These mesmerizing science photos open up a mysterious, invisible world
Posted by Genevieve Klien in category: science
May 7, 2019
Ekaterina Bereziy, CEO of ExoAtlet, a Russian company developing medical exoskeletons to enable people walk again — IdeaXme — Ira Pastor
Posted by Ira S. Pastor in categories: aging, automation, bioengineering, bionic, biotech/medical, business, cyborgs, disruptive technology, robotics/AI, science
May 5, 2019
The science of why we can’t live forever
Posted by Paul Battista in categories: life extension, science
What’s the ultimate reason we die? In this video, science writer Michael Shermer discusses the universal laws that preside over why stars fade out — and we do, too.