The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) has unveiled an enhanced version of its hydraulic quadruped robot, HyQReal, equipped with dual-arm telepresence capabilities. This advancement, revealed in February 2025, is designed to perform complex tasks in dangerous environments, safeguarding human operators…
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K2 Space, a satellite manufacturing company based in Torrance, California, has announced a successful $110 million Series B funding round to enhance the mass production of its cutting-edge satellite platform. This funding, led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and Altimeter Capital,…
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Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have developed a biomarker test capable of detecting early signs of Alzheimer’s disease by identifying tau protein clumps long before they appear on brain scans. This breakthrough, published in Nature Medicine,…
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Researchers at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have developed an injectable hydrogel that significantly boosts bone density, potentially revolutionizing osteoporosis treatment. Conducted with rats, this study demonstrated rapid improvements in bone strength when combined with traditional osteoporosis medications,…
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Researchers at the University of Toronto, in collaboration with the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology, have utilized machine learning and 3D printing to create advanced nano-architected materials. These materials combine the strength of carbon steel with the lightness…
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Sony has announced the cessation of production for several recordable media formats, including Blu-Ray discs, MiniDiscs, and MiniDV cassettes, effective immediately. This decision affects primarily the Japanese market and certain professional sectors elsewhere. Sony’s decision comes as a response to…
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A recent phase 3 trial has shown that adding nivolumab to standard neoadjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves pathological complete response (pCR) rates in high-risk estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), HER2-negative breast cancer. Conducted between November 2019 and April 2022, this study involved 510…
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Helion, a leader in fusion energy technology, has announced a $425 million Series F investment to accelerate the commercialization of its fusion power solutions. The investment, announced on January 28, 2025, includes contributions from new investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners…
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Researchers at ETH Zurich have created an innovative building material that enhances indoor air quality by managing moisture levels. Introduced in January 2025, these components are made from mineral waste and designed for high-traffic indoor areas. ETH Zurich’s civil engineers…
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Hyundai Motor Group has entered a strategic partnership with NVIDIA to bolster the development of advanced artificial intelligence technologies aimed at revolutionizing mobility solutions. Announced on January 10, 2025, this collaboration seeks to integrate cutting-edge AI into Hyundai’s core products…
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