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Scientists discover first method to safely back up quantum information

Researchers at University of Waterloo discover workaround for 'no cloning' problem in quantum computing by encrypting quantum information as it's copied. This breakthrough enables redundant and encrypted quantum cloud services, a crucial step towards building quantum computing infrastructure.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

AI is quick but risky for updating old software

The use of generative AI in software development can lead to increased productivity, but also creates technical debt and hasty coding if not managed properly. Companies must prioritize fixing technical debt, develop clear guidelines for AI-assisted coding, and train developers on the hazards of AI coding.

Securing AI systems against growing cybersecurity threats

The SHASAI project addresses cybersecurity risks in AI systems from design to real-world operation, combining secure hardware and software, risk-driven engineering, and real-world validation. The project will demonstrate its methods and tools in three diverse scenarios, supporting Europe's efforts to promote trustworthy AI.

AI meets physics to redefine seismic imaging

A new synthesis of seismic research shows that AI combined with physical principles is rapidly transforming how scientists image the Earth's shallow and crustal structures. The study highlights the need for physics-guided AI frameworks that balance computational efficiency with interpretability.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

First Editorial of 2026: Resisting AI slop

The first Editorial of 2026 discusses AI's impact on the scientific community. The journals use select AI tools, with encouraging results in data sharing among published research articles.

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

Machine learning drives drug repurposing for neuroblastoma

A study published in EMBO Molecular Medicine has identified a combination of statins and phenothiazines that shows promise in treating aggressive neuroblastoma. The drug combination was found to impede tumour growth and improve survival rates in laboratory trials with mice.

Automatic label checking: The missing step in making reliable medical AI

A team of researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University has created two models to detect and fix common labeling errors in large radiographic collections. The models achieved high accuracy rates for body-part classification and projection/orientation detection, showing promising results for improving deep-learning models in medical AI.

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

AI overestimates how smart people are, according to HSE economists

HSE economists found that AI models like ChatGPT and Claude tend to play 'too smart' and lose in strategic thinking games by assuming a higher level of logic in people than is actually present. The study replicated results from previous human participant experiments, showing LLMs adapt to opponents with varying levels of sophistication.

AI tracks nearly 100 years of aging research, revealing key trends and gaps

A new study analyzed over 460,000 scientific abstracts to identify key themes, trends, and research gaps in aging research. The study found a growing separation between basic biological studies and clinical research, highlighting the need for integration to translate laboratory discoveries into medical applications.

Novel AI tool offers prognosis for patients with head and neck cancer

Researchers developed an AI-based noninvasive tool to predict oropharyngeal cancer spread, identifying patients who should receive aggressive treatment or undergo de-intensification. The tool improved risk stratification, enabling more accurate predictions of survival and cancer spread.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

AI-powered wearable boosts preventative care for elderly

Researchers at the University of Arizona developed a mesh sleeve that monitors leg movements using AI to detect early warning signs of frailty. The device sends only the analyzed results, reducing transmission and internet requirements.

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

AI opens a new window into the hidden world of nuclear matter

Researchers from RIKEN and their international collaborators used deep learning techniques to analyze unexamined nuclear emulsion data and identified a new double-Lambda hypernucleus. This is the world's first AI-assisted observation of such an exotic nucleus, providing new insight into neutron star cores.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

AIs fail at the game of visual “telephone”

Researchers found that AIs consistently converged on 12 common themes despite diverse prompts, suggesting biases in training data. The models failed to generate novel or creative outputs, highlighting the need for anti-convergence mechanisms and human input for AI's creative potential.

Myeloma: How AI is redrawing the map of cancer care

CORAL accurately predicts genetic subtypes and patient outcomes in multiple myeloma without costly genomic tests. The technology could be applied to other cancers, opening the door to personalized, faster and widely accessible cancer care.

New software sheds light on cancer’s hidden genetic networks

Researchers developed RNACOREX, a new open-source software tool that identifies gene regulation networks in cancer. The tool analyzes thousands of molecules simultaneously to detect key interactions, providing an interpretable molecular map that improves understanding of tumors.

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Clues to Alzheimer’s disease may be hiding in our ‘junk’ DNA

Researchers have identified DNA switches that control how brain cells called astrocytes work, which are known to play a role in Alzheimer's disease. The study used CRISPRi technology and single-cell RNA sequencing to test nearly 1000 potential switches, finding that about 150 of them controlled genes implicated in Alzheimer's disease.

“AI advisor” helps self-driving labs share control

A novel approach has been proposed to facilitate collaboration between human researchers and AI in self-driving labs. The AI advisor model enables humans to make real-time decisions while leveraging AI's data-processing prowess.

AI-assisted device can improve autism care access

A new AI-assisted device, CanvasDx, has been shown to improve autism care access in rural Missouri communities. By reducing travel distances and processing times, families can receive diagnoses up to 5-7 months earlier.

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Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

A RNA-based molecule enhances therapies against pancreatic cancer

Researchers at IIT identified a candidate molecule called Apt1 that enhances existing anticancer therapies by making tumour cells more vulnerable to chemotherapy drugs. The molecule slows DNA repair and impairs the interaction between RAD51 and BRCA2 proteins, inducing synthetic lethality in cancerous cells.

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Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

One and Done? Research challenges past studies of evolution

A new study found remarkable variation in how populations evolve in variable environments, with some cases benefiting from changes and others being hindered. The research has implications for understanding evolution and adapting to climate change, as well as informing AI and machine learning.

AI video translation shows promise but humans still hold the edge

A new study from the University of East Anglia finds that AI tools excel at speed and clarity, but human translators remain crucial for tone, cultural nuance, and natural sound. Generative AI can handle parts of video translation, but consumers still notice when something feels off.

GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

We may never be able to tell if AI becomes conscious, argues philosopher

Dr. Tom McClelland from the University of Cambridge believes that our current evidence is insufficient to determine whether artificial intelligence has achieved consciousness. He suggests that sentience, which involves positive and negative feelings, is a more critical factor in making AI ethically significant.

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Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

How brain-inspired algorithms could drive down AI energy costs

Researchers propose integrating processing capability within memory units to reduce energy consumption and latency in AI applications. Inspired by the brain's efficient processing mechanisms, spiking neural networks (SNNs) can respond to irregular events and store information in the same place.

AI model helps diagnose often undetected heart disease from simple EKG

Researchers developed an AI model that can detect coronary microvascular dysfunction using a common electrocardiogram, outperforming previous models in diagnostic tasks. The model can accurately identify a condition often missed in emergency department visits, providing a cost-effective and non-invasive way to diagnose serious heart co...

New video dataset to advance AI for health care

Researchers have launched a new multimodal medical dataset, Observer, capturing anonymized, real-time interactions between patients and clinicians. The dataset links video, audio, transcripts, and electronic health records to study subtleties like body language and environmental factors affecting care.

Researchers discover bias in AI models that analyze pathology samples

A new study led by Harvard Medical School researchers found that AI models analyzing pathology samples can infer demographic information, leading to biased diagnoses. The team developed a framework called FAIR-Path to reduce bias in these models, which showed improved performance across demographics.

“Robot, make me a chair”

An AI-driven robotic assembly system allows people to build physical objects by simply describing them in words. The system uses generative AI models to build a 3D representation of an object's geometry based on the user's prompt, and then iterates on the design based on feedback from the user.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Deep-learning model predicts how fruit flies form, cell by cell

A team of MIT engineers developed a deep-learning model that predicts how individual cells will fold, divide, and rearrange during a fruit fly's earliest stage of growth. The model achieved 90% accuracy in predicting the movement of 5,000 cells over the first hour of development.

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

New agentic AI platform accelerates advanced optics design

Stanford engineers develop an AI framework called MetaChat, which rapidly accelerates metasurface design using computational tools and self-reflective AI assistants. This enables rapid solving of optics-related problems, such as designing metal lenses that can focus different wavelengths of light.

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.