The tech industry has witnessed an explosive surge in the development of generative artificial intelligence (AI) products, with companies like ChatGPT, Microsoft, and Google leading the way. However, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is determined to challenge the notion that it has fallen behind its rivals. Andrew “Boz” Bosworth, Meta’s chief technology
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The virtual reality (VR) industry has been abuzz with excitement ever since Apple announced its entry into the market with the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. The anticipation surrounding Apple’s foray is a stark contrast to the VR industry’s previous struggles with an identity crisis and dwindling investments. While VR and mixed reality remain niche markets,
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X-ray technology has revolutionized medical imaging and scientific research, providing valuable insights into the human body and various materials. Recent advancements in this field have led to brighter and more intense X-ray beams, allowing for imaging of intricate systems even under real-world conditions. However, these advancements require X-ray detector materials that can withstand high-energy X-rays,
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Urban areas experience increased temperatures due to the urban heat island effect, caused by concrete sidewalks, black asphalt streets, and brick and steel buildings that retain heat. These rising temperatures are a concern for cities like Chicago, especially during the summer months. To combat this issue, researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National
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In the realm of materials science, there exists a captivating class of materials known as quasicrystals. Recently, a team of scientists from MIT and their colleagues made a breakthrough discovery in the field, offering a flexible and straightforward method to create atomically thin versions of quasicrystals. This innovative approach not only allows for the exploration
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