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Science & Energy

Automakers Are Building a High-Powered EV Charging Network in Europe

By 2020, they plan to have 400 stations in operation.

Artificial Intelligence

“Holy Grail” Microchip Might Surpass the Power of the Human Brain

Based on photonic synapses, they operate at one thousand times the speed of the human brain.

Machine Learning

Machine Learning Identifies Breast Lesions Likely to Become Cancer

Researchers teach AI to predict which high-risk lesions present the most risk.

Climate Change

New Zealand’s New Prime Minister is Promising a Zero-Carbon Nation by 2050

New Zealand’s government promises to build a fairer country in which “our environment is protected.”

Moon

The U.S. Officially Says They Are Sending Humans to the Moon

Once more unto the Moon — then onward to Mars.

Elon Musk

Elon Musk Teased the Idea of Getting an Internet Connection on Mars

One day, we may be able to Snapchat on Mars.

Universal Basic Income

Richard Branson: Universal Basic Income Will Protect Us From the Threat of AI

The billionaire entrepreneur further explains his support of a societal safety net.

Science & Energy

We May Have Found a Pathway That Controls Aging

"Our findings provide a foundation to designing interventions which slow these processes."

Climate Change

Scientists Warn That Humanity Must Create “Carbon Sucking” Tech by 2030

Scientists agree that soon we'll need to start capturing and storing emissions.

Science & Energy

We May Finally Understand How Alien Life Could Survive on Saturn’s Moon

Hydrothermic vents could be a hotbed for alien evolution.

Advanced Transport

Aston Martin is Designing a Three-Person Luxury Submarine

"We have used forms and proportions that express the same devotion to design, engineering and beauty that shape our cars."

Food

Richard Branson: In the Near Future, We’ll Think It’s “Archaic” to Kill Animals for Food

Branson's investment in Memphis Meats is also a commitment to the cruelty-free, sustainable food systems of the future.

RX and Medicine

Light-Activated Particles Could Lead to a New Age in Medicine

Like a feint in boxing, the nanoparticles teach antibiotics how to fight dirty.

Health & Medicine

Researchers Claim They Created a Substance That Regrows Hair

"We have found a protein that controls the hair growth and developed a new substance that promotes hair regeneration."

Science & Energy

Researchers Reveal the Human Brain Remembers Visual Features Backwards

This contradicts traditional notions about perceptual judgments.

Prosthetics and Devices

Living Forever Will Only Benefit Humanity If We’re Also Healthy Forever

Longevity research is exciting, but the real goal isn't living longer — it's living healthier longer.

Virtual Reality

A Major Manufacturer Has Begun Designing Its Cars Using Augmented Reality

Auto designers are now using augmented reality headsets to fine-tune their creations.

Prosthetics and Devices

New Thought-Controlled Prosthetics Restore the Sensation of Touch

The arm can help users regain a lost sense of embodiment.

Advanced Transport

Airbus, Rolls-Royce and Siemens Announce New Partnership to Build an Electric Airplane

The hybrid-electric "E-Fan X" is expected to fly in 2020.

Advanced Transport

A Flying Taxi Service Will Soar Through the Skies by 2018

You may need to raise your hand higher to hail this cab.