Scientists prepare for most ambitious sky survey yet, predicting new insights into dark matter and dark energy

Simulated images of the cosmos from the DC2 simulated sky survey conducted by the Dark Energy Science Collaboration (DESC) from the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST). DC2 simulated five years of image data as will be generated by the Rubin Observatory during LSST. Credit: LSST DESC On a mountain in northern Chile, scientists … Read more

CAIOs must understand business policy and strategy in addition to healthcare and IT

Editor’s Note: This is the second part of a two-part interview. To read the first part, click here. Dennis Chornenky, chief AI advisor at UC Davis Health, knows what it takes to be a chief AI officer in healthcare—he’s been one twice. That’s why we sat down with him for this two-part interview — to … Read more

Environmental Factor – November 2024: Strengthening science communication: insights from author Larry Tye

Rick Woychik, Ph.D., directs NIEHS and the National Toxicology Program. (Image by NIEHS) One of the great challenges in biomedical research comes after a study is completed, when it’s time to communicate the findings in ways that resonate with the public. Journalists can play a critical role in this process, transforming complex science into stories … Read more

Meet the small business owners who bring unique cookie mixes to the Bay Area

Sometimes at the end of a long, cold fall day, all you need is a big warm homemade cookie. No one knows this better than Amy Wong and Lawrance Combs, co-founders of Batch 22 Bakery. Every week, the small business owners make thick, cheery buns — which is a special nickname for the 6 oz. … Read more

Addressing the ‘toggling’ problem, Alation extends data intelligence to Chrome

MUNICH, GERMANY – SEPTEMBER 06: In this photo illustration Google’s Chrome, Google Inc.’s new web. … [+] the browser appears on a laptop. (Photo illustration by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) Getty Images Interruptions are troublesome. In fact, switching between different enterprise applications and data services is—according to the Harvard Business Review—something the average user does on … Read more

From Perovskites to Kagome Grills

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Insider Brief: Materials science is integral to the development of quantum computing, providing insights that can lead to qubit stability, control, and performance by understanding unique material properties for precise quantum state management. Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory and Northern Illinois University are advancing quantum computing by using neodymium to stabilize light-controlled electron spins in … Read more

Business Feature Friday – Clean Slate Waxing Lounge: A Local Success Story | tidings

Marilyn Landes, owner and founder of Clean Slate Waxing Lounge, has been a driving force in the beauty and wellness industry since 2005. With three thriving locations, including the newest addition in Liberty Hill, Landes’ journey is a testament to of her passion for exceptional service and her deep roots in entrepreneurship. Landes’ career as … Read more

UGA Dedicates First Phase of Ag Hill Science and Modernization

Science and Ag Hill Phase I focused on Cedar Street Building C, the original Chemistry building PUBLISHED IN October 31, 2024 University and state leaders cut the ribbon during the Science and Ag Hill dedication ceremony. (Chamberlain Smith/UGA) ATHENS, Ga. – The University of Georgia held a dedication ceremony Oct. 30 to celebrate the completion … Read more

How your business can make the most of abundant computing power in the age of AI

Decade after decade of widely available computing power has caused significant industry disruption and an unprecedented technology boom—and transformed the global economy in the process. High-frequency trading firm Citadel Securities, for example, began to incorporate advanced computing capabilities into its core strategy in the early 2000s, and in turn was able to harness endless processing … Read more