Scientists recently found a fascinating bacterial strain, REN37 T , hidden away in fermented grains used to make Baijiu, a popular Chinese liquor. This tiny critter, known for its ability to thrive in temperatures between 32-37°C and a slightly salty environment, was identified as a new member of
Machine tools, like any complex system, have a weak link—the joint surface. This surface plays a crucial role in determining the machine's overall stiffness and accuracy during machining. Understanding the distribution of contact stress here is vital but tricky. Scientists have now come up with a cl
The US government is set to announce new measures on Monday that aim to limit China's ability to develop advanced artificial intelligence. This includes potentially sanctioning around 200 Chinese companies that make equipment for semiconductors and restricting some chip manufacturing plants linked t
In a recent development, China has suspended a high-ranking military official, Admiral Miao Hua, who is part of the powerful Central Military Commission (CMC). He is under investigation for breaking the rules, a term often used to mean corruption. This comes as the leader, Xi Jinping, is pushing for
Ever wondered if some simple body measurements could tell us how happy people are with their breasts? Well, scientists decided to explore this idea. They wanted to see if there's a link between breast size and shape, and how women feel about them, especially in those who haven't had any surgery. The
Spotting brain tumors in MRI scans can be tricky. Doctors rely on manual checks and sometimes help from computers, but these methods have their drawbacks. They might not work well on all scans due to the tumors' complex shapes and the need for precise analysis. Also, these systems can be slow and ma
Hip fractures can be a real challenge for older adults. Scientists wondered if computers could help doctors figure out which patients might face short-term complications after surgery. They compared two methods: traditional approaches and powerful computer algorithms called machine learning. Surpris
Derek Tran, an Army veteran and first-time candidate, has won a tight race for a House seat in California's 45th District, securing his position against incumbent Republican Michelle Steel. This flip represents a rare leftward shift in a state that has generally inclining toward the right. Tran's su
Alibaba has just revealed a new AI model, QwQ-32B-Preview, that's ready to challenge OpenAI's o1 in the "reasoning" AI race. Developed by Alibaba's Qwen team, this model boasts 32. 5 billion parameters and can handle prompts up to 32, 000 words long. It outperforms OpenAI's o1-preview and o1-mini on
Mergers and acquisitions can buy companies more than just assets; they can also bring innovative technology. Researchers have taken a close look at Chinese companies listed on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges from 2007 to 2020, using a method called Difference-in-Differences. This wasn't ju
