Irish-led study unravels mystery behind ‘scar’ on white dwarf
Feb 26, 2024 · Stefano Bagnulo of the Armagh Observatory led a study that discovered how a white dwarf ‘scar’ is the result of objects it cannibalised.
How soon will robots be doing our household chores?
Nov 1, 2024 · The walking, talking, dancing Optimus robots at the recent Tesla demonstration generated huge excitement.But this turned to disappointment as it became apparent that much …
Which coding languages are used by the world’s top companies?
Sep 3, 2020 · By Lisa Ardill . Lisa Ardill joined Silicon Republic as senior careers reporter in July 2019. She has a BA in neuroscience and a master’s degree in science communication.
Carbon dating accuracy called into question after major flaw …
Jun 6, 2018 · Though one of the most essential tools for determining an ancient object’s age, carbon dating might not be as accurate as we once thought. When news is announced on the …
Equal1 announces ‘world’s coldest’ quantum controller chip
Dec 3, 2024 · The ‘groundbreaking’ technology will enable scaling to millions of orchestrated qubits on a single chip, the company said. The Irish quantum computing company Equal1 has …
Scientists claim AI-based decoder can translate thoughts into text
May 2, 2023 · It is hoped this type of non-invasive device could be used in the future to restore speech in patients who have lost the ability to properly communicate.
Google unveils new AI model with ‘stronger reasoning capabilities’
Dec 20, 2024 · The tech giant expressed optimism for its latest product but also admitted that it currently has limitations. Google has released a new experimental artificial intelligence (AI) …
HarperCollins reportedly pens deal with Microsoft to train AI on its …
Nov 20, 2024 · HarperCollins has agreed to allow a technology company to use 'select nonfiction' books to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Swiss researchers develop tech to help person with paralysis walk …
May 25, 2023 · Published in Nature, the study involving scientists from NeuroRestore showed how a newly developed wireless interface can ‘transform thought into action’.
One year later: What did the Artemis I mission accomplish?
Nov 16, 2023 · NASA used the Artemis I mission to test more than 50 years of space-tech developments, with the goal of landing astronauts on the moon in 2025.