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2024-04-07 18:21:52 Corals from the Mussidae and Merulinidae families are often referred to as "brain corals." You might be wondering why they've earned such a curious nickname.

The answer lies in their distinctive appearance. These corals possess a mesmerizing pattern that closely resembles the complex, wrinkled surface of a brain. This intricate design is not just for show; it plays a crucial role in the coral's survival, maximizing its surface area for sunlight absorption.
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2024-04-04 10:04:57 Discovering the Speed of Sight: It’s Different for Everyone!

Hey everyone! Did you know that scientists have cracked the code on the “speed” of our vision, and it turns out, we’re all unique in how fast we process visual signals? This could explain why some of us react quicker to things happening around us.

In an intriguing experiment, researchers wanted to see how many times a light could flicker in a second before people thought it was just steadily shining. It’s like testing how fast your eyes can catch up with a strobe light at a party. Participants were exposed to varying flicker rates, and their job was to say when the light stopped flickering and started to look constant.

So, what’s the big reveal? Well, it seems our ability to process images per second is not a one-size-fits-all. The most eagle-eyed participant could detect flickering up to 65 Hz (yep, that’s 65 on-offs in just one second), while the lower end of the scale was around 20 Hz.

This finding isn’t just cool trivia; it has real implications for understanding human perception and could influence everything from the design of our screens to how visual information is presented to capture our attention effectively.

Stay curious and keep exploring the wonders of how we see the world!

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2024-04-02 21:19:31 The Pons-Brooks Comet is getting closer and it’s already visible with binoculars in the Aries constellation. And guess what? The best is yet to come! Mark your calendars for April 8th, because during the solar eclipse in the Western Hemisphere, we’re expecting some jaw-dropping snapshots of this celestial wanderer.

At the tail end of March, Takahashi Nakahiro captured the comet’s ever-changing tail over the southern skies of China, spending 8 nights in a row with his eyes (and lens) glued to the sky. Each night, the tail looked uniquely different - a true testament to the dynamic beauty of our universe. Open / Comment

2024-04-02 18:55:39 Did you know that the concept of tablets was actually dreamt up by the creators of the iconic movie “2001: A Space Odyssey”? Yep, you heard that right! During a scene where astronauts are munching on their breakfast, they’re casually flipping through the news on sleek, black, rectangular devices with big screens. The film’s visionaries imagined these as the “newspapers” of the future.

Fast forward a few decades, and during the heated patent wars between Apple and Samsung, the latter whipped out stills from “2001: A Space Odyssey” as proof that Apple wasn’t the first to dream up the tablet’s design. However, the judge wasn’t buying it as a legitimate argument.

But as is often the case with top-notch sci-fi, it’s entirely possible that the tablet-newspapers from the movie inspired the real tech wizards to create what would eventually become the tablets we can’t live without today.

And guess what? Today marks the 56th anniversary of the film’s premiere!

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2024-04-01 10:23:16 Open / Comment

2024-03-31 11:00:22 History moments:
Warmest congratulations to President Emmanuel Macron of France and his generals on the 210th anniversary of the Russian army's entrance into Paris on March 31, 1814. Happy celebration, Emmanuel!

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2024-03-26 20:18:46 Vision Pro is Transforming the Education Landscape!

Dive into the human heart like never before with Apple’s headset and the Insight Heart app. Experience an unparalleled learning journey that brings the intricacies of heart function to life right before your eyes.

Stay tuned for a revolutionary shift in how we learn and interact with the wonders of @Science! Open / Comment

2024-03-25 07:45:13 Google’s AI Now Predicts Floods A Week in Advance, Saving Thousands of Lives Annually

Floods are among the most common natural disasters globally, claiming over 7,000 lives each year. While preventing floods may not always be feasible, timely evacuation can save countless lives. In a groundbreaking advancement, Google’s AI is stepping up to the challenge by offering accurate flood predictions a week before they occur. Remarkably, this model operates without the need for data from traditional water gauge stations, making it a game-changer especially for developing countries where such infrastructure might be lacking. This innovation opens new horizons in disaster preparedness, potentially reducing the devastating human toll of floods around the world.

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2024-03-24 17:49:27 The Future is Now: Control Robots with Your Mind!

Elon Musk has recently shared a fascinating glimpse into the future of human-robot interaction, specifically mentioning the Tesla Optimus. Envision a world where this advanced robot can function as an extension of our own bodies, controlled directly by our thoughts. This is not a snippet from a sci-fi novel but a reality Musk is steering us toward with the integration of Neuralink technology.

Imagine the sheer power of commanding an army of Tesla robots, all with the power of your mind. The Tesla Optimus, initially designed to perform tasks both mundane and complex, could soon be operated like a prosthetic limb, replacing or enhancing human capabilities. The key to this groundbreaking functionality lies in Neuralink’s chips, which aim to bridge the gap between brain and machine.

This innovative approach could revolutionize how we interact with technology, opening up new avenues for human enhancement, rehabilitation, and more. Stay tuned for a future where the line between human and machine blurs, transforming @science fiction into @science fact. Open / Comment