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More polar ocean turbulence due to planetary warming

New research suggests that ocean turbulence and horizontal stirring will dramatically increase in the Arctic and Southern Oceans due to human-induced Global Warming. The study uses ultra-high-resolution simulations to investigate how mesoscale horizontal stirring (MHS) responds to warming, revealing a pronounced future intensification ...

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 5, 2025

AI should be better understood and managed – new research warns

A Lancaster University academic argues that AI and algorithms contribute to polarization, radicalism, and political violence, posing a threat to national security. The paper examines how AI has been securitized throughout its history, highlighting the need for better understanding and management of its risks.

SourceLancaster University·JournalTechnology in Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateNov 2, 2023

Modeling belief systems

A new mathematical model describes the relationship between belief systems and interpersonal influence, revealing an underlying cognitive consistency that links multiple beliefs. The model has the potential to study overlooked complex issues by analyzing the structure of logic constraints.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalScience·DateOct 24, 2016
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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Partisan media can influence viewers to reject facts

A nationwide study suggests that heavy users of partisan media outlets are more likely to hold political misperceptions. The researchers found that the use of partisan media contributes to misperceptions above and beyond the influence of partisanship itself.

SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Computer-Mediated Communication·DateAug 10, 2016

Send in the robots -- Robot teams handle hazardous jobs

Kansas State University researchers are developing robots to search for weapons of mass destruction and improvised bombs, using intelligent sensor networks and autonomous capabilities. The robot teams will be able to adapt to changing environments and team goals.

SourceKansas State University·DateMay 2, 2007

Unsafe water and poor sanitation causes 4000 children to die each day

The Lancet report highlights the 'silent humanitarian crisis' of 3900 children dying daily from inadequate sanitation and safe drinking water. The authors recommend scaling up efforts to expand coverage by 2015 without significant financial investment or technological breakthroughs.

SourceThe Lancet_DELETED·JournalThe Lancet·DateFeb 24, 2005
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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