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New Study Reveals Optimal Daily Steps, Interstellar Signal Debunked, Elephant Stem Cells Created

Scientists reveal the optimal number of daily steps to offset sitting down. New research debunks the claim of an interstellar signal linked to aliens. Elephant stem cells created in a lab could help bring back the mammoth. Plus, the recognition of a new species of giant snake, the Northern Green Anaconda.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-reveal-optimal-number-of-daily-steps-to-offset-sitting-downhttps://scitechdaily.com/in-2014-an-interstellar-signal-linked-to-aliens-was-detected-scientists-have-finally-discovered-its-true-source/https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/10/world/woolly-mammoth-science-newsletter-wt-scn/index.htmlhttps://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/science/2024-03-10/ty-article/science-recognizes-new-species-of-giant-snake-the-northern-green-anaconda/0000018e-2909-dbcf-abee-39d967280000Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Scientists Reveal Optimal Number of Daily Steps to Offset Sitting Down(00:03:35) In 2014, an Interstellar Signal Linked to Aliens Was Detected – Scientists Have Finally Discovered Its True Source(00:05:50) Elephant stem cells created in a lab for the first time could help bring back the mammoth(00:09:13) Science recognizes new species of giant snake: The northern green anaconda

Climate Change and Social Unrest in Ancient China, Advancements in AI Research

Did rapid climate changes trigger social unrest in China over the past 4,000 years? Chinese researchers hope to create 'real AI scientists'. Plus, MU's 'Columbia Young Scientists Fair and Expo' ignites children's curiosity towards STEM. Also, scientists transform skin cells into functional eggs in mice, offering new possibilities for infertility treatment.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3254337/did-rapid-climate-changes-trigger-social-unrest-china-over-past-4000-yearshttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3254793/chinese-researchers-hope-create-real-ai-scientists-through-informed-machine-learninghttps://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/mus-columbia-young-scientists-fair-and-expo-ignites-expands-childrens-curiosity-towards-stem/article_096935a6-dde8-11ee-858d-57dfdd9b4725.htmlhttps://www.news-medical.net/news/20240309/Scientists-transform-skin-cells-into-functional-eggs-in-mice.aspxOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Did rapid climate changes trigger social unrest in China over past 4,000 years?(00:04:04) Chinese researchers hope to create ‘real AI scientists’(00:07:18) MU's "Columbia Young Scientists Fair and Expo" ignites, expands children's curiosity towards STEM(00:10:18) Scientists transform skin cells into functional eggs in mice

Controversial Theory Challenges Dark Matter, Students Shine at Science Fairs

A controversial new theory of gravity challenges the need for dark matter. Plus, hundreds of students showcase their scientific skills at science fairs. Also, a groundbreaking healthcare education center breaks ground in South Dakota.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/mar/09/controversial-new-theory-of-gravity-rules-out-need-for-dark-matterhttps://www.mississippivalleypublishing.com/daily_gate/hundreds-of-students-show-off-their-science-chops-at-2024-scc-southeast-iowa-superconference-science/article_38a635c6-dd6b-11ee-9321-7fed82fd9536.htmlhttps://www.northwestsignal.net/news/article_f0ea6ee7-eba3-5b57-ac6c-ddde7e1b8615.htmlhttps://www.newscenter1.tv/news/west-river-health-science-center-bhsu-rapid-city-campus-groundbreaking/article_f39444a0-dd92-11ee-8546-83380e6b2efe.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Controversial new theory of gravity rules out need for dark matter(00:03:12) Hundreds of students show off their science chops at 2024 SCC/Southeast Iowa SuperConference Science Fair(00:05:52) PH students participated in Science Day(00:09:05) West River Health Science Center breaks ground at the BHSU Rapid City campus

Optical Neural Networks Revolutionize AI, New Technique to Save Coral Reefs

Discover how optical neural networks are transforming artificial intelligence. Learn about a groundbreaking technique that may help scientists prevent coral reef collapse. Also, astronomers detect a 'waterworld with a boiling ocean' in deep space, and mass die-offs among farmed salmon are on the rise globally.Sources:https://scitechdaily.com/not-science-fiction-how-optical-neural-networks-are-revolutionizing-ai/https://phys.org/news/2024-03-technique-scientists-stave-coral-reef.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/mar/08/astronomers-detect-waterworld-with-a-boiling-ocean-in-deep-spacehttps://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-68502267Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Not Science Fiction: How Optical Neural Networks Are Revolutionizing AI(00:03:20) New technique may help scientists stave off coral reef collapse(00:06:10) Astronomers detect ‘waterworld with a boiling ocean’ in deep space(00:08:51) Mass die-offs among farmed salmon on the rise around the world

Glass That Generates Electric Current and Climate Change’s Impact on Great Lakes

Scientists create glass that generates electric current when exposed to light. The lack of ice in the Great Lakes due to climate change has significant ecological consequences. Plus, the extreme science of climate forecasting and uncovering clues about Neptune's evolution using the James Webb Space Telescope.Sources:https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2024/03/5cbab61b403e-japan-swiss-scientists-create-glass-that-generates-electric-current.htmlhttps://apnews.com/article/great-lakes-iceless-research-warm-winter-fda6844a8cf860067b35f20055bfd9e0https://www.ft.com/video/e43d2cb2-c311-4946-a0c1-edcd243161behttps://phys.org/news/2024-03-scientists-james-webb-space-telescope.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Japan, Swiss scientists create glass that generates electric current(00:03:03) Fewer fish and more algae? Scientists seek to understand impacts of historic lack of Great Lakes ice(00:05:41) The extreme science of climate forecasting(00:09:35) Scientists use James Webb Space Telescope to uncover clues about Neptune's evolution

Advancements in Materials Innovation, Link Between Nitrogen Dioxide and Pediatric Asthma

School of Science receives 2M RMB for advanced materials innovation platform. New cases of pediatric asthma linked to nitrogen dioxide. Plus, poultry nutritionist joins Arkansas Poultry Science Faculty. Frost Science coral reef conservancy making research progress.Sources:https://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/news/2024/03/school-of-science-receives-2m-rmb-for-advanced-materials-innovation-platformhttps://www.eurekalert.org/multimedia/1018000https://news.uark.edu/articles/69715https://www.miamitodaynews.com/2024/03/05/frost-science-coral-reef-conservancy-making-research-progress/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) School of Science receives 2M RMB for advanced materials innovation platform - Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University(00:03:23) New Cases of Pediatric Asthma Linked to Nitrogen Dioxide(00:04:53) Poultry Nutritionist Joins Arkansas Poultry Science Faculty(00:07:32) Frost Science coral reef conservancy making research progress

Debate Over Math Requirements and Data Science in UC Admissions, Uncovering the Correlation Between Atomic Structure and Thermal Conductivity

UC professors are grappling with the question of how data science fits into math requirements for admission. A groundbreaking study reveals the correlation between atomic structure and thermal conductivity in amorphous materials. Plus, a captivating podcast explores the science behind birth order and personality. And, discover the fascinating story of an 11th-century astrolabe that merges Islamic and Jewish science.Sources:https://edsource.org/2024/uc-confirms-data-science-cant-sub-for-algebra-ii-unresolved-what-can-it-qualify-for/707043https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1036380https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/mar/05/classic-older-child-what-the-science-says-about-birth-order-and-personality-podcasthttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/mar/05/extraordinary-islamic-and-jewish-science-merge-in-11th-century-astrolabeOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) UC professors’ math problem: How does data science fit in?(00:04:56) Data science approach to identifying thermal conductivity-related structural factors in amorphous materials(00:08:02) Classic older child? What the science says about birth order and personality(00:10:38) ‘Extraordinary’: Islamic and Jewish science merge in 11th-century astrolabe

Exploring Longevity Science and Unveiling the Mysteries of Star Dunes

Discover the wild science of growing younger and the quest to slow down the aging process. Scientists unearth the secrets of giant, moving Moroccan star dunes. Plus, a feature on Science Central and an astonishing discovery of the most epic pair of supermassive black holes ever seen.Sources:https://worth.com/the-wild-science-of-growing-younger/https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/mar/04/scientists-unearth-mysteries-of-giant-moving-moroccan-star-dunehttps://www.journalgazette.net/opinion/five-questions-for-martin-s-fisher-executive-director-science-central/article_54ccd956-d728-11ee-8acb-ab3e9edeeccd.htmlhttps://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-discover-the-most-epic-pair-of-supermassive-black-holes-ever-seenOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) The Wild Science of Growing Younger(00:04:08) Scientists unearth mysteries of giant, moving Moroccan star dune(00:07:15) Five questions for Martin S. Fisher, executive director, Science Central(00:10:00) Scientists Discover The Most Epic Pair of Supermassive Black Holes Ever Seen

Local Student Shines at International Science Fair, San Diego’s Science Expo Delights Families

A high school student from Lufkin, Texas earns a spot at the International Science Fair in Los Angeles. San Diego's annual science expo captivates families with interactive exhibits and demonstrations. Plus, New Mexico high school teams face off in a science bowl competition. Also, the African Reproducibility Network advocates for open science in Africa.Sources:https://www.ketk.com/news/education/lufkin-high-school-student-earns-spot-at-international-science-fair-in-los-angeles/https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/local/story/2024-03-02/volcanic-explosions-lava-lamps-and-robots-entice-families-at-san-diegos-annual-science-expohttps://www.krqe.com/news/education/new-mexico-high-school-teams-face-off-in-science-bowl/https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/huge-gaps-african-open-science-movement-new-network-warnsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Lufkin High School student earns spot at International Science Fair in Los Angeles(00:02:21) Volcanic explosions, lava lamps and robots entice families at San Diego's annual science expo(00:04:58) New Mexico high school teams face off in science bowl(00:07:13) ‘Huge gaps’ in African open science movement, new network warns

Advances in Forensic Science and UAB Students’ Hackathon Success

Discover how advances in forensic science improve accuracy of 'time of death' estimates. UAB computer science students earn big wins at Alabama's largest hackathon. Also, unmanned aerial systems propel atmospheric science forward, and NASA launches Open Science Project Office at Marshall.Sources:https://news.asu.edu/20240301-science-and-technology-advances-forensic-science-improve-accuracy-time-death-estimateshttps://www.birminghamtimes.com/2024/03/uab-computer-science-students-earn-big-wins-at-alabamas-largest-hackathon/https://cleantechnica.com/2024/03/01/unmanned-aerial-systems-propel-atmospheric-science-forward/https://www.miragenews.com/open-science-project-office-launched-at-1185937/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Advances in forensic science improve accuracy of ‘time of death’ estimates(00:03:46) UAB Computer Science Students Earn Big Wins at Alabama’s Largest Hackathon(00:06:32) Unmanned Aerial Systems Propel Atmospheric Science Forward(00:09:34) Open Science Project Office Launched at Marshall by NASA