The importance of accurately measuring body mass in biomedical research cannot be understated. For researchers working with mice, traditional weighing techniques can be stressful for the animals, leading to variables that may affect the outcome of experiments. This stress can also limit the frequency and reliability of measurements, impacting the validity of experimental results overall.
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A recent study conducted by Washington University in St. Louis researchers has revealed a surprising psychological phenomenon related to the training of artificial intelligence. Participants involved in training AI to play a bargaining game exhibited a tendency to adjust their behavior to appear more fair and just. This behavior change in response to the knowledge
The Autonomie Express tool developed by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory is aimed at providing insights into the energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of vehicles on a large scale. This tool is free for all users and is targeted towards transport and mobility companies, researchers, city planners, and other stakeholders. It
The field of robotics has been greatly influenced by the wing dynamics of various flying animal species, such as birds, bats, and insects. While the flapping mechanisms of birds and bats have been extensively studied, the processes behind the wing movements of insects have remained somewhat of a mystery. A recent study by researchers at
With the significant increase in e-commerce activities globally, the number of parcels being delivered has reached unprecedented levels. This surge in parcel deliveries has raised concerns about environmental impact, especially in terms of carbon emissions and air pollution. Traditional delivery methods, using high-emitting diesel vans or trucks for last-mile deliveries, are contributing to traffic congestion
As France gears up to phase out new combustion engine cars by 2035, workers in the auto industry are faced with an uncertain future. While there is a sense of optimism in certain regions like the emerging “Battery Valley” in the north of the country, employees at parts suppliers elsewhere are worried about the impending
Closed-source AI, as the name suggests, refers to AI models, datasets, and algorithms that are proprietary and kept confidential. While this approach helps companies protect their intellectual property and profits, it poses significant challenges in terms of transparency, accountability, and innovation. Companies like ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude fall into this category, where users
The recent setback in the deal to bring hydrogen-powered trucks to New Zealand has cast a shadow over the future of green hydrogen technology in the country. With the removal of a substantial government rebate scheme for green hydrogen users in the 2024 budget, the transition to this much-hyped energy source is becoming increasingly doubtful.
The integration of cellulose nanofibrils into 3D-printed concrete technology has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry. A recent study conducted by a research team at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science sheds light on the benefits of incorporating this plant-based material into printable concrete mixtures. The findings of the study,
In a world where the challenge of achieving net zero emissions by 2050 looms large, a Stanford-led research study published in PNAS Nexus presents an innovative and cost-effective solution rooted in ancient technology. This solution involves utilizing heat-absorbing bricks in an insulated container to store renewable energy generated by sources like solar or wind power.