Engineers recreate Star Trek's Holodeck using ChatGPT and video game assets
In "Star Trek: The Next Generation," Captain Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise leverage the Holodeck, an empty room capable of generating 3D environments, of preparing for missions and entertaining them, simulating everything from lush jungles to the
Eye Infections Can Be Far More Serious Than You Realize, Expert Warns
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Integrating battery storage into electrical grids can sometimes increase emissions due to market forces
An electricity market analysis found adding battery storage to enhance grid reliability caused power generation markets to favor coal over natural gas.
NASA Is Set to Launch Its Next-Gen Solar Sail Into Deep Space
"We have a limitless source of propulsion."
Will AI be listening in on your future job interview? On law, technology and privacy
The law and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications need to be better aligned to ensure our personal data and privacy are protected. Ph.D. candidate Andreas Häuselmann can see opportunities with AI, but dangers if this does not happen.
Proud seafarers have strong doubts about the safety of autonomous ships
Despite their great trust in on-board autopilots, bridge officers do not believe that autonomous ships will make shipping safer. Moreover, the greater the professional commitment and pride of the bridge officers, the less confidence they have in automation increasing safety
Best Chromebooks in 2024
The best Chromebooks available today have come a long way since their inception. Chrome OS is more than "just a browser" these days, and the machines it runs
Google Play purchases are getting a lot more convenient
For added protection and to avoid unwanted transactions, you can enable additional verification for purchases on the Play Store. After this, you must enter your Google account password
San Francisco Bay study highlights value of salt marsh restoration for flood risk reduction and climate resilience
Salt marsh restoration can mitigate flood risk and bolster community resilience to climate change in our local waterways, according to a recent study published in Scientific Reports by a postdoctoral fellow with UC Santa Cruz's Center for Coastal Climate Resilience
Plant more native trees to reduce landslide risk, control erosion, say researchers
Landslides typically occur under heavy rain. With the potential for increased precipitation due to climate change and a possible return to La Niña reinforcing slopes with native trees and shrubs could be an effective, economical and sustainable solution.
Study reveals giant store of global soil carbon
Soil carbon usually refers only to the organic matter component of soils, known as soil organic carbon (SOC). However, soil carbon also has an inorganic component, known as soil inorganic carbon (SIC). Solid SIC, often calcium carbonate, tends to accumulate
Browns restructure RB Nick Chubb's contract
The Cleveland Browns restructured Nick Chubb's contract, significantly lowering the running back's base salary and hit against their salary cap.
Mariah Carey adds shows to 'Mimi' residency in Las Vegas
Mariah Carey announced new dates for her "Celebration of Mimi" residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas.