Morphing nozzle controls fiber orientation in 3D-printed items

The embedding of fibers within 3D-printed objects can be used to add properties such as electrical conductivity or extra strength to those items. Now, a shape-changing print nozzle has been developed to vary the orientation of those fibers – as the pri… Continue reading Morphing nozzle controls fiber orientation in 3D-printed items

Growing gold nanoparticles inside tumors can help kill cancer

Gold isn’t just a pretty face – it’s shown promise in fighting cancer in many studies. Now researchers have found a way to grow gold nanoparticles directly inside cancer cells within 30 minutes, which can help with imaging and even be heated up to kill… Continue reading Growing gold nanoparticles inside tumors can help kill cancer

Brainwave patterns can reliably predict a person’s pain sensitivity

An international team of researchers has homed in on a specific brain wave measurement that can effectively predict a person’s pain sensitivity. The research suggests this tool could be used to help doctors generate tailored treatment plans for patient… Continue reading Brainwave patterns can reliably predict a person’s pain sensitivity

Offshore wind farms could become stopover points for migrating fish

A study by the University of Maryland indicates that new offshore wind farms being constructed on the Delaware-Maryland-Virginia coastal shelf could become a stopover spot for migrating Atlantic salmon and striped bass.Continue ReadingCategory: Science… Continue reading Offshore wind farms could become stopover points for migrating fish

Study suggests T. rex’s legs were made for walkin’ – not running

If the Jurassic Park movies are to be believed, Tyrannosaurus rex spent a lot of time quickly chasing down its prey. According to a new study, though, its legs were probably designed more for endurance than for speed.Continue ReadingCategory: Biology, … Continue reading Study suggests T. rex’s legs were made for walkin’ – not running

First direct marsquake data reveals a seismically active Red Planet

The drilling component on NASA’s Mars Insight lander may have hit a snag or two, but this probe has its fingers in a few pies on the surface of the Red Planet. The spacecraft’s primary sensor has now pulled in the first ever direct measurements of seis… Continue reading First direct marsquake data reveals a seismically active Red Planet

Facebook, Microsoft Challenge Industry to Detect, Prevent ‘Deepfakes’

Deepfake Detection Challenge aims to spur creation of technology to combat AI used for creating altered videos that intentionally mislead viewers. Continue reading Facebook, Microsoft Challenge Industry to Detect, Prevent ‘Deepfakes’

NASA green lights upgrade of Apollo era lunar laser experiment

One of the original designers of a pioneering Apollo Moon experiment is leading an effort to create an upgraded version for future lunar landing missions. A team under professor emeritus at the University of Maryland (UMD), Doug Currie are de… Continue reading NASA green lights upgrade of Apollo era lunar laser experiment