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Google maps the fruit fly brain
Researchers at Google Research and the HHMI Janelia Research Campus have mapped the complete brain and central nervous system of an adult male fruit fly, featuring 166,000 neurons.
Released on September 3, the MaleCNS v1.0 connectome acts as a digital blueprint. Software engineers are already using this dataset to train AI models to play games like Doom and Super Mario 64 by stimulating the fly's sensory neurons.
While the human brain contains roughly 85,000,000,000 neurons, this project provides the most detailed neural map of a complex animal achieved to date.
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Researchers at Google Research and the HHMI Janelia Research Campus have mapped the complete brain and central nervous system of an adult male fruit fly, featuring 166,000 neurons.
Released on September 3, the MaleCNS v1.0 connectome acts as a digital blueprint. Software engineers are already using this dataset to train AI models to play games like Doom and Super Mario 64 by stimulating the fly's sensory neurons.
While the human brain contains roughly 85,000,000,000 neurons, this project provides the most detailed neural map of a complex animal achieved to date.
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Kimi K3: second only to Fable 5 on AA-Briefcase
Kimi K3 is second only to Fable 5 on AA-Briefcase, our agentic knowledge work benchmark, but costs more than Opus 4.8 to run while averaging nearly an hour per task
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Kimi K3 is second only to Fable 5 on AA-Briefcase, our agentic knowledge work benchmark, but costs more than Opus 4.8 to run while averaging nearly an hour per task
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Apple unveils SimpleDesign AI
Apple researchers have launched SimpleDesign, an AI model that creates protein sequences and their 3D structures at the same time. 🚀
This approach simplifies how we build custom proteins. It helps researchers create new medicines and improves synthetic biology tasks. The system is designed to be more direct than previous methods.
🔹 It combines sequence generation and 3D folding in one step.
🔹 The model aims to speed up the discovery of new drugs.
🔹 It provides a streamlined path for designing biological materials.
While Google’s DeepMind created AlphaFold to predict structures, SimpleDesign focuses on generating new sequences and shapes simultaneously. This offers a different architecture for building proteins from scratch. The model operates with a focus on efficiency to outperform existing standard prediction tools.
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Apple researchers have launched SimpleDesign, an AI model that creates protein sequences and their 3D structures at the same time. 🚀
This approach simplifies how we build custom proteins. It helps researchers create new medicines and improves synthetic biology tasks. The system is designed to be more direct than previous methods.
🔹 It combines sequence generation and 3D folding in one step.
🔹 The model aims to speed up the discovery of new drugs.
🔹 It provides a streamlined path for designing biological materials.
While Google’s DeepMind created AlphaFold to predict structures, SimpleDesign focuses on generating new sequences and shapes simultaneously. This offers a different architecture for building proteins from scratch. The model operates with a focus on efficiency to outperform existing standard prediction tools.
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U.S. Pledges $5 billion to boost AI in government-backed scientific research
The White House’s senior science adviser faced questions over research funding cuts from lawmakers on Wednesday
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The White House’s senior science adviser faced questions over research funding cuts from lawmakers on Wednesday
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Autonomous Shuttles Arrive at Zürich Airport
Zürich Airport has deployed two fully autonomous electric shuttle buses in a new pilot program. These vehicles function at Level 4 autonomy, meaning they handle all driving tasks entirely on their own without needing a human safety monitor on board. 🚌
This marks a significant move in bringing unmanned transport to active European airport infrastructure. The shuttles navigate through real-world environments using advanced onboard sensor arrays to detect obstacles and manage traffic. 🔋
While previous industry trials typically relied on a human operator to intervene during emergencies, these new shuttles remove the safety monitor entirely to operate without supervision. 📍 The program currently focuses on testing vehicle performance and reliability within the busy airport setting. 🚀
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Zürich Airport has deployed two fully autonomous electric shuttle buses in a new pilot program. These vehicles function at Level 4 autonomy, meaning they handle all driving tasks entirely on their own without needing a human safety monitor on board. 🚌
This marks a significant move in bringing unmanned transport to active European airport infrastructure. The shuttles navigate through real-world environments using advanced onboard sensor arrays to detect obstacles and manage traffic. 🔋
While previous industry trials typically relied on a human operator to intervene during emergencies, these new shuttles remove the safety monitor entirely to operate without supervision. 📍 The program currently focuses on testing vehicle performance and reliability within the busy airport setting. 🚀
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Volkswagen Mission Efficiency Concept
Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency, a near-production electric coupe featuring a drag coefficient of just 0.158. This prototype stands as the most aerodynamic road-approved vehicle ever built.
Built on the MEB+ platform, the coupe shares core motor and battery hardware with the upcoming ID.Polo and ID.Cross models. By sealing the vehicle's underside and optimizing wheel arches, engineers achieved an energy consumption rate of 6.48 kWh per 100 kilometers. This efficiency allows the vehicle to travel over 1,200 kilometers on one charge.
Compared to the Tesla Model 3, which features a drag coefficient of 0.219, this concept sacrifices cabin space for performance. Its rear seats are suitable only for passengers under 160 cm tall. The car completed its efficiency tests at a constant speed of 68 km/h.
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Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency, a near-production electric coupe featuring a drag coefficient of just 0.158. This prototype stands as the most aerodynamic road-approved vehicle ever built.
Built on the MEB+ platform, the coupe shares core motor and battery hardware with the upcoming ID.Polo and ID.Cross models. By sealing the vehicle's underside and optimizing wheel arches, engineers achieved an energy consumption rate of 6.48 kWh per 100 kilometers. This efficiency allows the vehicle to travel over 1,200 kilometers on one charge.
Compared to the Tesla Model 3, which features a drag coefficient of 0.219, this concept sacrifices cabin space for performance. Its rear seats are suitable only for passengers under 160 cm tall. The car completed its efficiency tests at a constant speed of 68 km/h.
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What OpenAI’s rogue agent really did in the Hugging Face hack
This agent pursued its objective far beyond what researchers intended, revealing how difficult to contain powerful AI systems can be
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This agent pursued its objective far beyond what researchers intended, revealing how difficult to contain powerful AI systems can be
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Waymo launches in Las Vegas
Waymo has officially opened its commercial robotaxi service in Las Vegas, marking its 15th city of operation in the United States. 🤖
Residents and visitors can now hail these fully autonomous vehicles for public transportation through the Waymo app. The cars navigate city streets without a human driver, using a complex system of lidars, cameras, and radar to identify pedestrians and other vehicles in real time. 🚕
This move follows the company's established presence in hubs like San Francisco and Phoenix. While those earlier markets served as the primary testing grounds for the technology, this expansion brings the service to a high-traffic tourist destination. The fleet is available for public riders starting today. 🚀
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Waymo has officially opened its commercial robotaxi service in Las Vegas, marking its 15th city of operation in the United States. 🤖
Residents and visitors can now hail these fully autonomous vehicles for public transportation through the Waymo app. The cars navigate city streets without a human driver, using a complex system of lidars, cameras, and radar to identify pedestrians and other vehicles in real time. 🚕
This move follows the company's established presence in hubs like San Francisco and Phoenix. While those earlier markets served as the primary testing grounds for the technology, this expansion brings the service to a high-traffic tourist destination. The fleet is available for public riders starting today. 🚀
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Big Differences After Trying Out Both Foldable Phones
The Z Fold 8’s new wide design marks a vastly different experience from the Z Fold 8 Ultra.
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The Z Fold 8’s new wide design marks a vastly different experience from the Z Fold 8 Ultra.
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OpenAI claims solution to the Navier-Stokes challenge
OpenAI has published a formal proof for the Navier-Stokes existence and smoothness problem, a major math puzzle related to how fluids flow, which carries a 1 million dollar prize from the Clay Mathematics Institute.
The work relied on massive resources:
➖ 10,000 AI agents working in sync.
➖ 88 total hours of computation.
➖ $22.5 million spent in processing costs.
Twenty-five Fields Medalists now protest, condemning how research labs prioritize speed over traditional academic standards. Tristan Buckmaster of New York University and Levent Alpöge of Anthropic had been developing their own approach to this problem. Sébastien Bubeck from OpenAI allegedly pressured researchers to exclude Alpöge due to his ties with Anthropic.
OpenAI began this specific project on September 1st, shortly after rumors circulated that a solution was near.
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OpenAI has published a formal proof for the Navier-Stokes existence and smoothness problem, a major math puzzle related to how fluids flow, which carries a 1 million dollar prize from the Clay Mathematics Institute.
The work relied on massive resources:
➖ 10,000 AI agents working in sync.
➖ 88 total hours of computation.
➖ $22.5 million spent in processing costs.
Twenty-five Fields Medalists now protest, condemning how research labs prioritize speed over traditional academic standards. Tristan Buckmaster of New York University and Levent Alpöge of Anthropic had been developing their own approach to this problem. Sébastien Bubeck from OpenAI allegedly pressured researchers to exclude Alpöge due to his ties with Anthropic.
OpenAI began this specific project on September 1st, shortly after rumors circulated that a solution was near.
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Japan Builds Quantum Sensors for Drones
Japan is developing compact quantum magnetic sensors that fit on drones to spot hidden submarines underwater.
These sensors catch tiny changes in the Earth's magnetic field caused by metal hulls. Standard radars cannot see deep beneath the waves, but magnetic fields pass right through. Mounting these devices on flying machines lets operators scan vast ocean areas much faster.
This setup gives maritime defense teams a practical way to track underwater targets from the air.
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Japan is developing compact quantum magnetic sensors that fit on drones to spot hidden submarines underwater.
These sensors catch tiny changes in the Earth's magnetic field caused by metal hulls. Standard radars cannot see deep beneath the waves, but magnetic fields pass right through. Mounting these devices on flying machines lets operators scan vast ocean areas much faster.
This setup gives maritime defense teams a practical way to track underwater targets from the air.
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Three tips to avoid AI image mistakes in science
Artificial-intelligence tools can be useful for brainstorming and creating graphics, but they can introduce errors. If you’re going to use them, here’s how to avoid problems.
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Artificial-intelligence tools can be useful for brainstorming and creating graphics, but they can introduce errors. If you’re going to use them, here’s how to avoid problems.
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BYD unveils the ETT 44 in Hannover
BYD just showed its new heavy truck at the IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover. The 44-tonne ETT 44 is designed for long freight routes.
The vehicle packs a massive 651-kWh battery. That is roughly six times bigger than a standard electric car battery. It gives the truck a driving range of nearly 600 kilometers.
The system supports charging power of over 1.5 MW and delivers 1,000-hp peak power. Unlike passenger cars built for personal travel, this setup is designed entirely for heavy commercial freight.
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BYD just showed its new heavy truck at the IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover. The 44-tonne ETT 44 is designed for long freight routes.
The vehicle packs a massive 651-kWh battery. That is roughly six times bigger than a standard electric car battery. It gives the truck a driving range of nearly 600 kilometers.
The system supports charging power of over 1.5 MW and delivers 1,000-hp peak power. Unlike passenger cars built for personal travel, this setup is designed entirely for heavy commercial freight.
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White House rolls out AI funding — and signals a new era for US science
Chief US science adviser calls for a shakeup in funding while handing out grants to accelerate research with AI.
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Chief US science adviser calls for a shakeup in funding while handing out grants to accelerate research with AI.
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Volvo updates XC60 and XC90 in London
In London, Volvo just showed off the 2028 versions of its XC60 and XC90 SUVs with a massive boost in electric range 🚀.
The new plug-in hybrids use an updated battery architecture to push past old limits:
▫️ XC60 gets up to 78 miles of battery-only range
▫️ XC90 delivers up to 73 miles on a single charge
▫️ EPA testing standards confirm these preliminary numbers
This more than doubles previous models, easily beating rivals like the Toyota RAV4 which typically max out much lower.
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In London, Volvo just showed off the 2028 versions of its XC60 and XC90 SUVs with a massive boost in electric range 🚀.
The new plug-in hybrids use an updated battery architecture to push past old limits:
▫️ XC60 gets up to 78 miles of battery-only range
▫️ XC90 delivers up to 73 miles on a single charge
▫️ EPA testing standards confirm these preliminary numbers
This more than doubles previous models, easily beating rivals like the Toyota RAV4 which typically max out much lower.
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CATL unveils Tectrans II battery for heavy trucks
CATL has introduced the Tectrans II battery platform, enabling heavy-duty trucks to travel up to 1,000 km on a single charge.
This technology features an energy density of 170 Wh/kg. It supports megawatt-level charging, which brings the battery from 0 to 80% capacity in just 25 minutes. CATL showcased the platform at the IAA Transportation event to demonstrate how electric power can manage long-haul freight.
This platform offers a range and speed that finally challenges the diesel engines that have dominated long-distance trucking for decades. Testing and implementation will now focus on integrating this power density into standard heavy commercial vehicle chassis.
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CATL has introduced the Tectrans II battery platform, enabling heavy-duty trucks to travel up to 1,000 km on a single charge.
This technology features an energy density of 170 Wh/kg. It supports megawatt-level charging, which brings the battery from 0 to 80% capacity in just 25 minutes. CATL showcased the platform at the IAA Transportation event to demonstrate how electric power can manage long-haul freight.
The system is designed to replace traditional diesel power in heavy-duty commercial transport.
This platform offers a range and speed that finally challenges the diesel engines that have dominated long-distance trucking for decades. Testing and implementation will now focus on integrating this power density into standard heavy commercial vehicle chassis.
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How does Make America Healthy Again hold up against scientific scrutiny?
Researchers share their views on the US health policy spanning topics from vaccines to nutrition.
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Researchers share their views on the US health policy spanning topics from vaccines to nutrition.
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BYD to Launch Solid-State Electric Vehicles by 2027
BYD plans to release its first mass-produced car powered by a solid-state battery in 2027.
This technology is a significant upgrade over the liquid electrolyte batteries currently found in EVs like the Tesla Model 3. Solid-state cells use solid materials instead of liquid, making them safer and more compact.
➖ Higher energy density allows for longer driving ranges.
➖ Solid materials minimize the fire risks associated with liquid electrolytes.
➖ Faster charging speeds drastically cut down your wait time at stations.
Stella Li, the executive vice president, positions the company at the forefront of this technical shift. This aggressive timeline places the manufacturer ahead of most global rivals, who are still primarily focused on prototype testing for this next-generation battery architecture.
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BYD plans to release its first mass-produced car powered by a solid-state battery in 2027.
This technology is a significant upgrade over the liquid electrolyte batteries currently found in EVs like the Tesla Model 3. Solid-state cells use solid materials instead of liquid, making them safer and more compact.
➖ Higher energy density allows for longer driving ranges.
➖ Solid materials minimize the fire risks associated with liquid electrolytes.
➖ Faster charging speeds drastically cut down your wait time at stations.
Stella Li, the executive vice president, positions the company at the forefront of this technical shift. This aggressive timeline places the manufacturer ahead of most global rivals, who are still primarily focused on prototype testing for this next-generation battery architecture.
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Apple TV’s ‘Neuromancer’ Explores an Eerily Timely Future
The streamer's long-awaited adaptation of William Gibson's 'Neuromancer' stars Callum Turner and arrives January 22, 2027.
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The streamer's long-awaited adaptation of William Gibson's 'Neuromancer' stars Callum Turner and arrives January 22, 2027.
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Germany opens energy grid to 23 GWh of home storage
Germany is updating its energy regulations to connect 23 GWh of home battery storage systems directly to the national grid.
This change allows residential owners to sync their systems into virtual power plants. By pooling small household batteries together, the grid can better balance energy supply and demand during peak hours.
Previously, these residential batteries served only as private backup power for individual households. This shift allows them to compete more directly with large-scale utility infrastructure, moving beyond simple passive storage to become active grid participants.
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Germany is updating its energy regulations to connect 23 GWh of home battery storage systems directly to the national grid.
This change allows residential owners to sync their systems into virtual power plants. By pooling small household batteries together, the grid can better balance energy supply and demand during peak hours.
Researchers have also successfully programmed DNA molecules to perform independent logic operations, effectively mimicking basic computing functions at a microscopic level.
Previously, these residential batteries served only as private backup power for individual households. This shift allows them to compete more directly with large-scale utility infrastructure, moving beyond simple passive storage to become active grid participants.
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