A new study led by the University of Vermont (UVM) uncovers a critical challenge in accurately classifying precipitation as rain or snow using surface weather data.This post was originally published on this site.
More than seven years ago, cybersecurity researchers were thoroughly rattled by the discovery of Meltdown and Spectre, two major security vulnerabilities uncovered in the microprocessors found in virtually every computer on the planet.This post was […]
Expansive tree canopies are crucial for healthy ecosystems and livable cities. Yet, Los Angeles’ strict tree planting rules, originally meant to protect infrastructure and public safety, are now widening shade disparities, particularly in lower-income neighborhoods.This […]
Methane emissions from a large open-cast coal mine in Australia are three to eight times higher than reported. This has been revealed in a study based on aircraft-based measurements by the University of Bremen and […]
New research suggests converting the Australian dairy industry’s whey waste into a valuable food product is more feasible than many realize, with significant potential for industry-wide change.This post was originally published on this site.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can perform complex calculations and analyze data faster than any human, but to do so requires enormous amounts of energy. The human brain is also an incredibly powerful computer, yet it consumes […]
Chibueze Amanchukwu wants to fix batteries that haven’t been built yet. Demand for batteries is on the rise for EVs and the grid-level energy storage needed to transition Earth off fossil fuels. But more batteries […]
Most people probably don’t think about soil as a living thing. But it is filled with millions of tiny organisms that play a critical role in everything soil does—including sequestering carbon.This post was originally published […]
New research from the University of Western Australia has highlighted the impact of the 2023–24 summer’s extreme heat and drought on Perth’s ecosystems.This post was originally published on this site.
Elon Musk’s controversial political views and actions have sparked an exodus from X (formerly Twitter), his social media platform, and mass protests against his car company, Tesla. Dealerships in the US and beyond have experienced […]
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