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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 21-Aug-2025 21:11 ET (22-Aug-2025 01:11 GMT/UTC)
Better sleep, less cancer risk: The power of nightly rest
BGI GenomicsWorld’s first implementation of a 4-core standard cladding diameter multi-core fiber transmission unit in a real system handling uncompressed 8K video
National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT)The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) the Advanced ICT Research Institute, ASTRODESIGN, Inc. , and Fujikura Ltd. have developed a multi-core fiber cable consisting of eight 4-core, standard cladding diameter multi-core fibers, and they have successfully implemented it for the first time as an ultrahigh-capacity data transmission unit in a real system handling uncompressed 8K video.
In an uncompressed 8K video system, approximately 70 Gbps of data must be transmitted per video stream, requiring one single-core single-mode fiber for each uncompressed 8K camera. The developed multi-core fiber cable contains a total of eight standard cladding diameter (125 μm) single-mode 4-core multi-core fibers of two different types within a 3 mm diameter cable, which is equivalent to the 32 single-core single-mode fibers that are conventionally used in uncompressed 8K video systems.
In this implementation, by introducing a transmission unit that utilizes the multi-core fiber cable, we successfully achieved stable system operation by transmitting high-volume video data from multiple 8K cameras installed in a cleanroom, through limited-capacity information conduits and building interior spaces, over 300 m to an 8K video composition device located in a separate building.
This achievement enables the deployment of systems requiring high-capacity data transmission, such as uncompressed 8K video systems, even in cases in which conventional installation was difficult owing to limited space in information conduits or wiring pathways within or between buildings.
Cracking the code of early onset bowel cancer: the search for 10 key biomarkers
University of South AustraliaSomeone born in 1990 is up to three times more likely to be diagnosed with bowel cancer than someone born in 1950. University of South Australia researcher Professor Michael Samuel is on a quest to find out why.
Missouri Scholars Academy at Mizzou helps top young leaders shine
University of Missouri-ColumbiaWhen hundreds of Missouri high school students gathered in an auditorium at the University of Missouri, there was a buzz of excitement for a unique lecture on the chemistry of NASCAR.
Students in the Missouri Scholars Academy (MSA) soaked up lessons on the chemical reactions that power racecar engines and the science behind fire-retardant suits that protect drivers.
Shriners Children’s St. Louis utilizing new scoliosis treatment to help patients recover faster
Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenSt. Louis, Mo. (June 23, 2025) Scoliosis is a relatively common orthopedic condition that affects anywhere from 6 to 9 million kids across the United States. In the last three years, Shriners Children’s St. Louis has seen 203 patients who needed surgical correction for scoliosis. As leaders in scoliosis treatments, the nonprofit healthcare system is now offering an innovative new treatment to help kids avoid intensive spinal fusion surgery and get back to living their lives sooner.
Extreme heat and wildfire smoke is a risky combination, new study finds
University of British Columbia- Journal
- npj Clean Air
ETRI develops AI technology for early screening of autism spectrum disorder
National Research Council of Science & TechnologyETRI researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) technique for the early screening of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The technology is designed to detect early signs of ASD in children more quickly, which could expand opportunities for early screening and intervention and greatly improve accessibility.
- Funder
- Ministry of Science and ICT
A Fond Farewell
National Center for Supercomputing ApplicationsThe National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) has long been a flagship for research computing. As one of the founding members of the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) ecosystem of high-performance computing resources, NCSA has an important role in the success of research projects nationwide. The Center has been fortunate to have had strong and inspirational guidance over the years, including current Director Bill Gropp. After eight impressive years as NCSA’s Director, Gropp is announcing his retirement.
Sydney rocketry students crowned as world champions
University of SydneyThe USYD Rocketry Team has beaten more than 150 international teams to win the world’s largest University rocket engineering competition.