At a recent conference in Chicago, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shared some exciting news about the company's latest artificial intelligence tools. These aren't your average chatbots; they're more like personal assistants that can handle tasks for you, both at work and in your personal life. Think of
Big countries face a tricky balance: they need to grow and produce more, but they also need to keep their environment clean. A recent study looked at how industrial production, green energy, new tech, energy efficiency, and city growth affect carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the top ten industriali
Meet Michael Miller, the CEO of Genesee & Wyoming, the biggest shortline railroad operator. He's got a wake-up call for the industry. "It's time to get moving, " he said at a recent conference. With 125 years under their belt, these railroads can't rely on old tricks to stay profitable. They must bl
Last week, China showcased its advanced military technology at the Zhuhai Airshow. The event, held every two years, offers a rare glimpse into China’s military and industrial prowess. Experts see this as China’s attempt to match the U. S. in military capabilities, highlighting their efforts to moder
The manufacturing industry has long been known for its environmental impact. But times are changing. Many companies are now looking to go green. They want to make sure their business practices are good for both people and the planet. This is where something called ESG performance comes in. ESG stand
Imagine if Africa could jump straight to a clean, low-carbon future without going through the dirty industrial phase that other countries have. That's what some are hoping for. A recent study dug into how taxes on the environment, foreign investments, natural resources, and tech progress can make th
Ever wondered how doctors measure how well your lungs absorb oxygen? Step back in time to the early 20th century, where a woman named Marie Krogh made a groundbreaking discovery. She introduced the single-breath technique to measure pulmonary diffusing capacity. This method, still used today, helps
Have you ever wondered what happens to the body when you hold your breath for a really long time? A study looked into this by observing a world champion breath-hold diver. This diver can hold their breath for over seven minutes! When we hold our breath, our body goes through two phases: easy-going a
Imagine having a tiny, flexible sensor that can track crucial health signs directly from your sweat. This is what researchers have been working on with wearable sweat sensors. But making these sensors sensitive and long-lasting has been a real challenge. Here, we introduce a clever method called wet
Medicine has long been entangled with money, sparking debates on ethics. Most discussions focus on doctors interacting with pharmaceutical companies, but let's explore another side: the role of commerce in healthcare delivery. Take Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), for instance. It's mostly ha
