Science & technology


Science & technology

How to find the smartest AI

Developers are building fiendish tests only the best models can pass

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Are China’s universities really the best in the world?

Nature’s prestigious index says yes

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Meet the moths that use the stars to find their way

The skill was previously thought unique to humans and certain birds

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The world needs to understand the deep oceans better

Otherwise it cannot protect them properly

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Is the “manopause” real?

If it is, it is nothing like the menopause

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A routine test for fetal abnormalities could improve a mother’s health

Studies show these can help detect pre-eclampsia and predict preterm births

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How to stop swarms of drones? Blast them with microwaves

America’s armed forces are already deploying the technology

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How much protein do you really need?

Unless you are older or want bigger muscles, you’re probably getting enough

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How old are the Dead Sea Scrolls? An AI model can help

Scientists are using it to estimate the age of ancient handwriting

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A leaderless NASA faces its biggest-ever cuts

More than 40 science missions would be cancelled if Donald Trump’s budget goes through

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The Alzheimer’s drug pipeline is healthier than you might think

It reflects a more nuanced understanding of the disease

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How much coffee is too much?

Studies suggest moderate consumption is harmless. It may even be beneficial