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Video: Witness the Big Bang on a smartphone
The complimentary app provides a seven-minute guide from the evolution of atoms and molecules to the formation of stars, planets and the universe as we know it.
Database tracks global water use trends, 1971 to 2010
Global data set shows monthly water use by irrigation, manufacturing and other uses, helping researchers to analyze water use by region and season.
Quantum key distribution may safeguard electricity grid data
Researchers are working to test the effectiveness of metro-scale quantum key distribution as a means of secure communication for the nation’s electricity suppliers.
Foundation announces initiative to inspire girls to pursue STEM careers
A foundation that funds science projects and research recently announced a $25 million initiative to inspire young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
Scientists create UK's first underwater shipping noise map
Marine scientists from the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) have created what is considered the U.K.’s first underwater shipping noise map.
Tweaking traffic lights during snowstorms can ease snarls
Researchers found that adjusting traffic signals in bad weather could reduce delays by up to 20%.
Skyworks launches Sky5 lite for universal 5G deployments
Skyworks Solutions Inc. has launched its most advanced 5G cellular architecture yet — the Sky5 Ultra.
Lunar probe Beresheet back on track after computer hiccup
Lunar-bound Israeli space probe Beresheet successfully completed a delayed engine burn to increase its orbital apogee.
Researchers create sensor capable of tracking firefighters in burning buildings
Researchers at Canada’s McMaster University in collaboration with other universities have developed a motion-powered and fire-proof sensor capable of tracking the movements of those working in high-risk professions including firefighting, mining and steel working.
MAREA undersea cable sets new record
The highest capacity undersea cable in the world may be able to achieve speeds that are 20% faster than previously thought, according to reports.
California to consider ban on classroom animal dissection
California may soon pass legislation banning animal dissection in all K-12 schools in the state.
Civil War soldiers identified using facial recognition technology
An assistant professor of computer science at Virginia Tech has created a software platform that can identify Civil War soldiers using facial recognition technology.
Power plant siting method balances emissions, cost and public health concerns
A computational method improves the balance between power system operational costs, security of power supply and public exposure to pollutants.
To the moon: Israel's Beresheet moon probe departs Cape Canaveral
An idea first conceived by three friends at a bar in Israel is now a space capsule headed to the moon.
Blockchain system will test this virtual power plant
The blockchain technology is used to verify and record transactions, potentially enabling consumer sharing of energy via a microgrid. The concept could help reduce load burdens on the larger energy grid.
Microsoft employees protest contract that provides US Army with HoloLens headsets
More than 90 Microsoft employees have signed a petition calling on the company to cancel its contract with the U.S. Army amid concerns that the Army will use Microsoft’s HoloLens virtual reality (VR) headsets to turn actual battlefields into video games.
Be prepared with daily weather reports from Mars
Daily and seasonal temperature, wind and air pressure data will be recorded over the next two years by NASA's InSight lander.
Workplace theft is on the rise
Office theft, specifically of noncash items, has grown according to a recent report from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, a forensic accounting firm.
Amazon to offer computer science courses to 1,000 U.S. schools
Retail giant Amazon will fund computer science classes for 1,000 high schools throughout the U.S. by the fall of year this through its Future Engineer program
Watch this mapmaking, high-altitude pseudo-satellite
The unmanned, 149 kg solar-powered aircraft with a 38 m wingspan is capable of flying at an altitude of 20,422 m for up to 90 days.