New element 117 discoveredScientists in Russia and the US have observed the fleeting existence of a new element with 117 protons, produced by firing calcium ions at a radioactive target. The discovery fills in a notable gap in the periodic table and bolsters the idea that neutron-rich superheavy nuclei could be extremely stable, perhaps having... Continue Reading →

FCC Establishes New Inbox for Open Internet CommentsThe Commission will consider proposed rules to protect an Open Internet on May 15. The proposed rules will ask questions about how best to ensure the Internet remains an open platform for innovation and expression.Chairman Wheeler is encouraging the public to share their views now. He intends to... Continue Reading →

Quantum Switches Controlled By Single Photons Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize computing by exponentially increasing speed, computing power, and security as single atoms would be capable of performing tasks. Though quantum computing is probably overkill for the typical person, it holds a great deal of promise for researchers and others who need ramped... Continue Reading →

Genetically Modified Babies Are Already A RealityMarcy Darnovsky is the executive director of the Center for Genetics and Society. “This is a dangerous step”, warns Darnovsky. According to her, these methods will “change all the cells in the bodies of children born as a result of their use, and these changes will be transmitted to future generations.”We are talking about the methods that FDA calls the... Continue Reading →

Young Blood Recharges Brains of Old MiceExposing older mice to young mouse blood has reversed some effects of aging on the brain, restoring some mental capabilities. A new study suggests that factors circulating in young mouse blood could reverse impairments in age-related learning, memory, and neuron function.  Previous studies have shown that blood-borne factors in old mice can... Continue Reading →

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