Lasers
Researchers at the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya have conducted a study on the effect of optical feedback on the spatial coherence of diode lasers. Their findings indicate that semiconductor lasers are highly sensitive to optical feedback, which can be used to reduce speckles in laser-based illumination systems. The study employed
Cancer
Research published in a recent study has identified a crucial role for mucosal tissue NK cells in maintaining a balance between host protection and tissue repair in localized mucosal tissue infections. The study, conducted by a team of scientists at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, used a combination of
Freedom of the press
As the Pentagon press room stood nearly empty on a recent Wednesday, around 40 to 50 reporters departed, refusing to sign an agreement limiting their journalistic integrity. This unprecedented move by the Department of Defense under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked concerns about the future of press freedom and
Freedom of the press
As the Pentagon press room stood nearly empty on a recent Wednesday, around 40 to 50 reporters departed, refusing to sign an agreement limiting their journalistic integrity. This unprecedented move by the Department of Defense under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked concerns about the future of press freedom and
Alloys
Researchers at SRM Institute of Science and Technology have been investigating alternative materials for use in interconnects in integrated circuits. According to the study, copper, the standard material used for decades, has limitations, including high resistivity and electromigration. The study focused on silver and silver-copper alloys as potential substitutes, highlighting
Sensors
Researchers from the Department of Chemistry, Sreenidhi Inst Sci & Technol, in Telangana, India, have made significant discoveries in the field of nanotechnology, specifically in the development of pH-responsive polymer hydrogel nanocomposites. These materials have shown excellent sensitivity, tunability, and flexibility, making them highly useful for monitoring environmental and biological
Sensors
Researchers at Dartmouth College have made a groundbreaking discovery in the development of low-power, sensitive, and selective gas sensors. A chemiresistive sensor array, comprising of three conductive hexahydroxytriphenylene-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), has been designed to detect and differentiate parts-per-million (ppm) levels of toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, ammonia, sulfur
Freedom of the press
As the Pentagon press room stood nearly empty on a recent Wednesday, around 40 to 50 reporters departed, refusing to sign an agreement limiting their journalistic integrity. This unprecedented move by the Department of Defense under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked concerns about the future of press freedom and
Journalistic ethics
The resignation of Andrew Thornebrooke, a national security reporter at The Epoch Times, has sparked controversy over new Pentagon guidelines that restrict press access. Thornebrooke cited the publication's increasing willingness to promote partisan materials and manipulate the reporting of its ground staff as reasons for his departure. The
Journalists
The role of media practitioners is becoming increasingly important in curbing the spread of fake news, which is on the rise, especially through social media. Deputy Minister of Communications Teo Nie Ching emphasized the importance of trained journalists who can verify the authenticity of any news, ensuring the public can
Journalists
SkinVision, an AI-powered mobile app that detects skin cancer, has made history by becoming the first to receive Europe's top medical device certification, the MDR Class IIa. This achievement sends a powerful message that AI in healthcare can meet the highest standards for safety, effectiveness, and trust. The
Journalists
As automation, AI, and other technologies transform the food and beverage (F&B) industry, companies are recognizing the importance of engaging their employees to drive performance, safety, and operational excellence. Rising generational expectations, labour shortages, and a post-pandemic shift in work attitudes are placing fresh emphasis on employee development,
