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Takashi Tanaka
Takashi Tanaka
Science Correspondent

Delving into the world of science and discovery.

Revolutionary Self-Learning Materials: Mechanical Neural Networks Achieve Breakthrough in Machine Learning

Science

11 Dec, 2024

Revolutionary Self-Learning Materials: Mechanical Neural Networks Achieve Breakthrough in Machine Learning


The field of artificial intelligence has seen unprecedented advancements in recent decades, with machine learning emerging as a transformative force....

ASX Gold Shares Plunge After US Election Results Spark Market Volatility

Science

7 Nov, 2024

ASX Gold Shares Plunge After US Election Results Spark Market Volatility


The Australian sharemarket traded slightly lower on Thursday morning, despite a rally on Wall Street overnight, as investors digest the...

Scientists Discover a New Pathway for Stress-Induced Glucose Release:  How Your Body Fights Stress by Boosting Sugar Levels

Science

29 Oct, 2024

Scientists Discover a New Pathway for Stress-Induced Glucose Release: How Your Body Fights Stress by Boosting Sugar Levels


When we encounter stress, our bodies go into overdrive, releasing a surge of glucose into the bloodstream to provide us...

The Illusion of AGI: Is Artificial General Intelligence a Mirage or the Dawn of a Post-Cognitive Era?

Science

16 Oct, 2024

The Illusion of AGI: Is Artificial General Intelligence a Mirage or the Dawn of a Post-Cognitive Era?


As artificial intelligence grows more sophisticated by the day, the notion of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) looms large—a machine that...

Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded for Discovery of Tiny Molecules That Control Genes

Science

7 Oct, 2024

Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded for Discovery of Tiny Molecules That Control Genes


The 2024 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine has been awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their work...

Earth's New Mini-Moon: A Tiny Asteroid Will Orbit Our Planet for Two Months

Science

29 Sep, 2024

Earth's New Mini-Moon: A Tiny Asteroid Will Orbit Our Planet for Two Months


Earth is set to play host to a visiting “mini-moon.” An asteroid is expected to swing by Earth next week,...

Moon's Hidden Water: A Game Changer for Future Lunar Missions?

Science

22 Sep, 2024

Moon's Hidden Water: A Game Changer for Future Lunar Missions?


The Moon might be a bit of a dark horse when it comes to water. While it appears dry and...

River Pollution: The Surprising Good News You Won't Hear From The Media

Science

16 Sep, 2024

River Pollution: The Surprising Good News You Won't Hear From The Media


Public outrage over river pollution has been heartening to see. Over the past few years, stories about sewage contamination in...

Ozone Hole Shrinks: Is This Finally the Beginning of the End for the Ozone Layer?

Science

16 Sep, 2024

Ozone Hole Shrinks: Is This Finally the Beginning of the End for the Ozone Layer?


The ozone layer, a vital shield protecting Earth from the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, has been facing a critical threat...

Global Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCT) Market:  A Growing Trend Fueled by Health Benefits

Science

15 Sep, 2024

Global Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCT) Market: A Growing Trend Fueled by Health Benefits


The global medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) market is experiencing substantial growth, driven by rising consumer awareness of its health benefits. MCT...

Feline Coronavirus Transmission Between Domestic and Wild Cats: New Research Offers Clues

Science

10 Sep, 2024

Feline Coronavirus Transmission Between Domestic and Wild Cats: New Research Offers Clues


A new study from College of Veterinary Medicine researchers finds the first genetic evidence of feline coronavirus (FCoV) transmission between...

Floating Solar: Can This Emerging Tech Power Our Future?

Science

10 Sep, 2024

Floating Solar: Can This Emerging Tech Power Our Future?


Renewable energy is an abundant resource, but the transition to a world powered by renewables presents its own set of...

Orcas May Be Ramming Boats For Target Practice, Scientists Suggest

Science

9 Sep, 2024

Orcas May Be Ramming Boats For Target Practice, Scientists Suggest


Experts have a new theory about why orcas are targeting sailboats in the Iberian Peninsula — they're using them to...

Aliens May Have No Days or Nights, and Sleep Is Out of the Question

Science

8 Sep, 2024

Aliens May Have No Days or Nights, and Sleep Is Out of the Question


Do aliens sleep? You may take sleep for granted, but research shows that many planets on which life can evolve...

Palm Oil: The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Kitchen? 5 Reasons To Stop Consuming It Now

Science

8 Sep, 2024

Palm Oil: The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Kitchen? 5 Reasons To Stop Consuming It Now


Palm oil, a ubiquitous ingredient in many processed foods, has been lauded for its versatility and affordability. However, a growing...

The Rise of AI in Healthcare: Transforming Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care

Science

7 Sep, 2024

The Rise of AI in Healthcare: Transforming Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care


Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare, offering groundbreaking solutions to age-old challenges. From revolutionizing diagnosis and treatment to enhancing...

Scientists Turn Mice Transparent Using Yellow Food Dye: Could This Be the Future of Medical Diagnosis?

Science

6 Sep, 2024

Scientists Turn Mice Transparent Using Yellow Food Dye: Could This Be the Future of Medical Diagnosis?


The news has spread like wildfire, seemingly more fantastical than scientific reality. An American research team has discovered a remarkably...

Clouds: The Biggest Unknown in Predicting Climate Change

Science

5 Sep, 2024

Clouds: The Biggest Unknown in Predicting Climate Change


Clouds can trap heat or reflect it away from Earth, making their impact on global warming extraordinarily hard to predict....

Giant Peanut-Shaped Asteroid Is Hurtling Towards Earth: Are We in Danger?

Science

5 Sep, 2024

Giant Peanut-Shaped Asteroid Is Hurtling Towards Earth: Are We in Danger?


The world of science is once again buzzing with excitement. A giant peanut-shaped asteroid, named 2024 JV33, is making its...

Tiny Asteroid Lights Up Sky Over Philippines: 9th Ever Spotted Before Impact

Science

5 Sep, 2024

Tiny Asteroid Lights Up Sky Over Philippines: 9th Ever Spotted Before Impact


A roughly 1-meter (3-foot) asteroid burned up in Earth’s atmosphere over the Philippines near Luzon Island early Wednesday afternoon, according...

Primary Cells Market to Reach US$1.8 Billion by 2030: Driven by Personalized Medicine and Advancements in 3D Cell Culture

Science

4 Sep, 2024

Primary Cells Market to Reach US$1.8 Billion by 2030: Driven by Personalized Medicine and Advancements in 3D Cell Culture


The global market for Primary Cells is experiencing a significant surge, driven by the increasing demand for more physiologically relevant...

Scientists Uncover Chain Reaction That Reshaped Earth's Evolution: Gondwana's Breakup and the Rise of 'Dead Zones'

Science

4 Sep, 2024

Scientists Uncover Chain Reaction That Reshaped Earth's Evolution: Gondwana's Breakup and the Rise of 'Dead Zones'


Scientists have uncovered how a “tag-team” interaction between oceans and continents millions of years ago led to a massive devastation...

Dodo Bird Was Actually Fast and Powerful: New Research Debunks Myth

Science

2 Sep, 2024

Dodo Bird Was Actually Fast and Powerful: New Research Debunks Myth


Representations of dodos may look hilariously gormless and their name is now synonymous with the likes of 'dolt' and 'boofhead'....

Scientists Create a 'CO2 Sponge' From Wood That Could Replace Plastic and Fight Climate Change

Science

31 Aug, 2024

Scientists Create a 'CO2 Sponge' From Wood That Could Replace Plastic and Fight Climate Change


Scientists in Florida that are concerned by the global accumulation of waste are working on a novel material to replace...

Scientists Discover a New Way Mitochondria Clean Themselves: Tiny Vesicles Remove Damaged Parts

Science

26 Aug, 2024

Scientists Discover a New Way Mitochondria Clean Themselves: Tiny Vesicles Remove Damaged Parts


Mitochondria, the energy-producing powerhouses of our cells, are constantly working to keep us alive and functioning. But like any hardworking...

Celebrate National Dog Day with These Must-Read Books About Our Canine Companions

Science

26 Aug, 2024

Celebrate National Dog Day with These Must-Read Books About Our Canine Companions


Every year on Aug. 26, National Dog Day is observed to celebrate the love, loyalty and companionship that dogs bring...

Africa's Baobab Trees: Thriving Despite Climate Change, But Facing Other Threats

Science

25 Aug, 2024

Africa's Baobab Trees: Thriving Despite Climate Change, But Facing Other Threats


As an ecologist who has spent the last 17 years studying baobab, I decided to look specifically at the health...

New Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease: More Accurate Than Doctors, but Should You Get One?

Science

25 Aug, 2024

New Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease: More Accurate Than Doctors, but Should You Get One?


The promising new test is better at detecting Alzheimer’s disease than physicians—but experts don’t recommend it for everyone. Demonstrating that...

Harvard Professor Proposes 'Black Hole Moon' for Unlimited Power, Could Be Sign of Advanced Aliens

Science

25 Aug, 2024

Harvard Professor Proposes 'Black Hole Moon' for Unlimited Power, Could Be Sign of Advanced Aliens


A Harvard professor has proposed a groundbreaking concept in his latest research paper, "Illumination of a Planet by a Black...

Nanocellulose Market to Explode: $2.7 Billion by 2033, Driven by Packaging and Biomedical Demand

Science

25 Aug, 2024

Nanocellulose Market to Explode: $2.7 Billion by 2033, Driven by Packaging and Biomedical Demand


The global nanocellulose market is experiencing a surge in demand, driven by its versatile properties and environmental friendliness. This innovative...

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