A breakthrough by Chinese researchers could help solve complex problems in industries ranging from aerospace to bridge design.
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Making Captain America: How Science is Creating REAL Super Soldiers… Right Now!
We often see stories of invincible warriors with superhuman abilities combating monstrous threats, but are the days of super soldiers nearly upon us, and could they be the biggest threat of all?
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Super Soldiers.
Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur.
Episode 381a, February 12, 2023
Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac Arthur.
Editors:
Briana Brownell.
David McFarlane.
Lukas Konecny.
Music Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creator
The Science of Interstellar with Science Advisor, Kip Thorne
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Could you travel back in time through a wormhole? Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with theoretical physicist and Nobel Laureate Kip Thorne to reflect on discovering gravitational waves with LIGO, the science in the movie Interstellar, black holes, and many more mysteries still yet to be answered.
Discover the origin story of the movie Interstellar on its 10th anniversary. Kip explains how science, not fiction, shaped the film’s narrative—from the colossal waves on Miller’s planet to the physics behind black hole time dilation. Discover the recipe for how to create a wormhole and how turning on a time machine could cause it to self-destruct. Plus, learn about the Casimir effect, exotic particles, and how LIGO manipulated vacuum fluctuations to bypass the uncertainty principle.
Neil and Kip dig into the origins of gravitational wave detection, tracing its roots to Joe Weber’s early experiments and Ray Weiss’s unpublished paper. Kip reflects on the decades of work required to make LIGO a success, the challenges of measuring distortions a fraction of a proton’s width, and the historic detection of gravitational waves in 2016 that confirmed Einstein’s predictions.
Why don’t quantum physics and the theory of relativity mix? We discuss the mysteries of quantum gravity, the paradox of black hole information loss, and Kip’s legendary bet with Stephen Hawking and John Preskell. Kip explains why backward time travel may be possible, Hawking Radiation, and theories for why information can be lost. As they explore the intersection of science and art, Kip discusses his passion for storytelling and some of his future projects, from his poetry-art collaborations to documenting the history of LIGO.
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The Science of Star Trek with Dr. Charles Liu
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Could we create warp drive someday? In this Star Trek-themed episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-host Chuck Nice team up with astrophysicist Charles Liu to dive into the science, technology, and legacy of one of the most influential sci-fi franchises of all time: Star Trek.
We answer questions about quantum entanglement, the size of electrons, and the real science behind Trek tech or Treknology. How close are we to warp drives, transporters, and subspace communication? You might be surprised to hear what’s theoretically possible and what remains in the realm of science fiction.
We discuss technology that exists already and the solutions to storytelling challenges through warp drives and dilithium crystals. Learn about the show’s physics, from phasers and antimatter to the mycelium network’s fascinating parallels with fungal biology. How do you store antimatter without it annihilating? Plus, find out who everyone’s favorite characters are and who they relate to most.
As we reflect on the series’ 23rd-century vision, we ask: Could humanity achieve Trek-level tech by 2260? We discuss the physics we’re missing and the collective imagination and determination it takes to advance our understanding of the universe.
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A Coding Simulation Game Developed By A Computer Science Professor
When I saw the introduction of this game, the word “edutainment” popped up in my mind. It definitely turns coding into a more fun, satisfying activity.
“Use real Python code to automate machines, robots, drones and more: Program self-driving vehicles; crack passwords; apply machine learning; automate logistics; use image processing to guide missiles,” the description of JOY OF PROGRAMMING — Software Engineering Simulator reads.
There are various levels that are ready in the game, whose goals, mandatory or optional ones, can be solved with different valid solutions. When finishing the levels, you’ll gain stars, which are used to unlock new programming features.
OpenAI has created an AI model for longevity science
OpenAI says no money changed hands in the collaboration. But because the work could benefit Retro—whose biggest investor is Altman—the announcement may add to questions swirling around the OpenAI CEO’s side projects.
Last year, the Wall Street Journal said Altman’s wide-ranging investments in private tech startups amount to an “opaque investment empire” that is “creating a mounting list of potential conflicts,” since some of these companies also do business with OpenAI.
In Retro’s case, simply being associated with Altman, OpenAI, and the race toward AGI could boost its profile and increase its ability to hire staff and raise funds. Betts-Lacroix did not answer questions about whether the early-stage company is currently in fundraising mode.
Revolutionizing Quantum Science: The Secret of Long-Lasting Molecular Entanglement
Researchers have revolutionized quantum technology by achieving long-lasting entanglement between molecules using ‘magic-wavelength optical tweezers.’
This breakthrough enhances the potential for quantum computing.
Performing computation using quantum-mechanical phenomena such as superposition and entanglement.
False Memories Under Fire: Surprising Science Behind What We Really Recall
New research challenges the ease of implanting false memories, highlighting flaws in the influential “Lost in the Mall” study.
By reexamining the data from a previous study, researchers found that many supposed false memories might actually be based on real experiences, casting doubt on the use of such studies in legal contexts.
Reevaluating the “Lost in the Mall” Study.
Stanford Unleashes Breakthrough Software Transforming Catalyst Science
Stanford researchers have introduced a software tool that accelerates and enhances the analysis of single atom catalysts, offering profound implications for the development of more efficient catalysts.
Catalysts play an essential role in everyday life, from helping bread rise to converting raw materials into fuels more efficiently. Now, researchers at SLAC have developed a faster method to advance the discovery of an exciting new type of catalyst known as single atom catalysts.
The role of catalysts in modern chemistry.