Science X Newsletter Wed, Nov 15

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Here is your customized Science X Newsletter for November 15, 2023:

Technology news

	DeepMind tool makes 10-day weather forecast in 60 seconds Google DeepMind researchers this week unveiled a highly accurate AI-based weather prediction model they say marks "a turning point in weather forecasting."
	3D printed robots with bones, ligaments, and tendons 3D printing is advancing rapidly, and the range of materials that can be used has expanded considerably. While the technology was previously limited to fast-curing plastics, it has now been made suitable for slow-curing plastics as well. These have decisive advantages as they have enhanced elastic properties and are more durable and robust.
	Using photoelasticity in the quest for dendrite-resistant solid electrolytes Researchers have documented for the first time the stresses that build up around solid-state battery electrolytes, helping set the stage for the development of improved and more efficient batteries. Scientists have long thought that stresses can build up around dendrites, thin metallic projects that can ultimately short out solid-electrolyte batteries, but they haven't been precisely measured.
	Artificial sensor similar to a human fingerprint that can recognize fine fabric textures An artificial sensory system that is able to recognize fine textures—such as twill, corduroy and wool—with a high resolution, similar to a human finger, is reported in a Nature Communications paper. The findings may help improve the subtle tactile sensation abilities of robots and human limb prosthetics and could be applied to virtual reality in the future, the authors suggest.
	Researchers train AI to produce solar cells from perovskite in record time Researchers in Australia have harnessed AI to produce solar cells from the mineral perovskite in just a matter of weeks, bypassing years of human labor and human error to optimize the cells.
	Asian economies must ramp up wind and solar power to keep global warming under 1.5C, report says To meet the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit), nine major Asian economies must increase the share of electricity they get from renewable energy from the current 6% to at least 50% by 2030, according to a report by a German thinktank released Wednesday.
	Snapchat to add in-app Amazon shopping Amazon on Tuesday confirmed it is partnering with Snapchat-parent Snap to let users of the ephemeral messaging service buy things from the online retail titan without leaving the app.
	For Google Play, dominating Android world was 'existential' Google agreed to pay $8 billion over four years to Samsung Electronics Co. to make its search engine, voice assistant and Play Store the default on the company's mobile devices, according to testimony presented by Epic Games Inc.
	Scientists develop low-cost, multifunctional microprinter for ultrafast piezoelectric material printing Amidst the ongoing surge in demand for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), wearable/implantable electronics, miniaturized portable devices and the Internet of Things, the pursuit of piezoelectric materials has become a priority interest for many because they intrinsically couple mechanical and electrical energy.
	High-tech soccer ball unveiled for Euro 2024 promises more accurate offside decisions A high-tech soccer ball that helps with more accurate offside decisions will make its European Championship debut next year in Germany after being used at the 2022 World Cup.
	Energy Department tries to boost US battery industry with another $3.5 billion in funding The Energy Department is making a push to strengthen the U.S. battery supply chain, announcing up to $3.5 billion for companies that produce batteries and the critical minerals that go into them.
	Flying taxis braced for takeoff at Dubai Airshow Flying taxis have been a sci-fi fixture for decades, but one operator says they are finally close to reality, first in the United States and then the United Arab Emirates and India.
	When sticky becomes unsticky—the invention of reversible glue Newcastle University engineers have invented a new glue that promises to change how we recycle. Its reversible nature means it can be used for a multitude of purposes such as on the labels of bottles so that they are efficiently detached, making them easier to recycle. Labels will no longer need to be sent to landfill.
	Using cosmetic ingredients for battery protection Xanthan gum, derived from plants like cabbage and known for its carbohydrate content, serves as a natural protective barrier in cosmetics to retain their benefits on the skin. In a recent development, this remarkable substance has been harnessed to create a protective shield for battery electrodes, rather than for the skin.
	Facebook's new ad-free tier could end annoying consent pop-ups, but could also put a price on your privacy We have reached a key juncture in the debate about online privacy, following Meta's recent decision to offer some users paid-for ad-free access to Facebook and Instagram. The time has come to decide how much we value keeping our data, tastes and whereabouts to ourselves.
	Renault says combining electric cars and software in one company will 'democratize' EVs for Europe Automaker Renault is setting out ambitious goals for its new combined electric vehicle and software business, saying it will "democratize" the market for battery-powered cars in Europe by making them as affordable as gasoline- or diesel-powered models.
	Q&A: As US begins to build offshore wind farms, many doubts remain about impacts on the oceans and marine life As renewable energy production expands across the U.S., the environmental impacts of these new sources are receiving increased attention. In a recent report, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examined whether and how constructing offshore wind farms in the Nantucket Shoals region, southeast of Massachusetts, could affect critically endangered North Atlantic right whales. The Conversation asked marine scientists Erin L. Meyer-Gutbrod, Douglas Nowacek, Eileen E. Hofmann and Josh Kohut, all of whom served on the study committee, to explain the report's key findings.
	Why some speedometers lag behind reality Have you ever noticed how sometimes the display on your vehicle's speedometer is different from the speed shown on the navigation app on your phone?
	How Silicon Valley will put airships back in flight It's longer than three Boeing 737s. Someday it could carry up to five tons of cargo and float from San Francisco to Chicago.
	Underworld marketplace exposed: Fake IDs for sale on the dark web Counterfeit Australian identity documents, especially driver's licenses, rank among some of the most frequently listed and sold identity documents on anonymous dark web marketplaces, according to new research from the Center of Forensic Science at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).
	New experimental technique to analyze the protection of 3D-printed metal structures Scientists from the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) and the IMDEA Materiales Institute have developed a new experimental technique in fragmentation tests to evaluate the energy absorption capacity in the event of impact of metallic structures manufactured using 3D printing.
	Nuclear expansion failure shows simulations require change The widespread adoption of nuclear power was predicted by computer simulations more than four decades ago but the continued reliance on fossil fuels for energy shows these simulations need improvement, a new study has shown.
	Renault tries to lure investment for new electric car unit French automaker Renault on Wednesday held an investors day for its new electric vehicle subsidiary Ampere, hoping to win over investment with slashed costs and an electric car costing less than 20,000 euros ($21,600).
	Research investigates potential of neem seed oil as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-derived oils Research in the International Journal of Surface Science and Engineering has investigated the potential of neem seed oil as a sustainable bio-lubricant to replace conventional petroleum-derived oils.
	Mechanical engineering researchers find better design for microsensors Researchers from Binghamton University and Northeastern University have found a way to improve the tiny sensors used in everything from cellphones and smart watches to biomedical devices.
	Hydrogen near tipping point to accelerate decarbonization, new research shows Hydrogen is poised to accelerate the global energy transition as the industry exhibits steep learning curves and finds ways to produce the gas more efficiently and at lower cost, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Mannheim and Harvard Business School.
	A new energy storage device as an alternative to traditional batteries University of Cordoba researchers have proposed and analyzed the operation of an energy storage system based on a cylindrical tank immersed in water that is capable of storing and releasing energy in response to the market
	The world is finally starting to regulate artificial intelligence—what to expect from US, EU and China's new laws Most mainstream applications of artificial intelligence (AI) make use of its ability to crunch large volumes of data, detecting patterns and trends within. The results can help predict the future behavior of financial markets and city traffic, and even assist doctors to diagnose disease before symptoms appear.
	Even experts struggle to tell which social media posts are evidence-based. So what do we do? The debate on how to combat social media misinformation is as relevant as ever. In recent years, we've seen medical misinformation spreading alongside COVID, and political misinformation impacting the outcome of elections and national referendums.
	Should the media tell you when they use AI to report the news? What consumers should know Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the media landscape, both for news organizations and consumers. Applications such as ChatGPT, Bard, and Bing AI are creating new possibilities to assist in writing and researching the news, but these also raise ethical concerns.
	Researchers suggest hydrogen fuel can be a competitive alternative to gasoline and diesel today As the world strives to cut greenhouse gas emissions and find sustainable transportation solutions, University of Houston energy researchers suggest that hydrogen fuel can potentially be a cost-competitive and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional liquid fuels, and that supplying hydrogen for transportation in the greater Houston area can be profitable today.
	Meta to appeal over tough EU curbs on digital giants Facebook owner Meta said on Wednesday that it would appeal the inclusion of its Messenger and Marketplace products in tough curbs on digital giants that the EU unveiled in September.
	Dubai plans new mega-airport as Mideast competition hots up Dubai is forging ahead with plans to replace the world's busiest airport with an even bigger one as passenger traffic recovers to outstrip pre-pandemic levels, a top official told AFP on Wednesday.
	After rescue deal, Siemens Energy unveils massive loss Siemens Energy reported a 4.59-billion-euro ($5-billion) annual loss Wednesday, dragged down by a crisis in its wind power unit, a day after a government-backed rescue package was unveiled for the German group.
	Jordan aims to score big in global gaming industry For many, gaming is a waste of time. Hours lost staring at glowing screens. But Jordan is betting on its youth to capture a slice of a lucrative global market.
	China's Tencent posts Q3 income slide despite revenue growth Chinese internet giant Tencent announced on Wednesday a nine percent year-on-year dip in third-quarter net income, even as it posted growth in revenue over the same period.
	Fire-tested systems help crews survive truck burnovers Terrifying moments when flames can overrun and burn over a fire truck are called flashover or burnover.
	Nobody wants a Musk monopoly on satellite internet: Eutelsat boss The boss of European satellite operator Eutelsat knows her task will not be easy: to forge a competitor to Elon Musk's Starlink and provide superfast internet from space.
	New digital simulation tool for gear machining saves time and money Gears are common machine components used in many engineered systems, such as automotive vehicles, aircraft engines, automation and robotic systems and more.

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