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AI-based system successfully suppresses shipboard oil fires autonomously
National Research Council of Science & TechnologyA research team led by Senior Researcher Hyuk Lee at the AX Convergence Research Center, Virtual Engineering Platform Research Division, Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM, President Seog-Hyeon Ryu), under the National Research Council of Science & Technology (NST, Chairman Young-Shik Kim), has developed an autonomous initial suppression firefighting system specialized for shipboard oil fires and successfully completed real-ship trials on an actual vessel.
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- Ministry of Science and ICT
Research-based dye makes polyester greener
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- Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, Clothworkers’ Company, John Lewis Partnership Circular Future Fund, The Dyers' Company, Northern Triangle Talent Project, The Clothworkers' Foundation, Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour
Nature’s resilience inspires an improved power grid
Texas A&M UniversityNatural ecosystems made up of plants, animals and microorganisms face constant challenges from natural hazards, like extreme weather or invasive species. Despite these challenges, ecosystems have thrived for millions of years, showcasing high levels of resilience against hazards and disturbances. What if the mechanisms and patterns responsible for this prosperous resilience could be applied to the power grid? With funding support from Sandia National Laboratories, Texas A&M University researchers have tested bio-inspired cyber-physical systems to strengthen the power grid to mitigate different types of cyber-attacks and understand their impacts.
New insights into Jürgen Habermas’ intellectual contributions
Goethe University FrankfurtFor decades, he has been regarded as one of the most important public intellectuals, if not the most important: Jürgen Habermas, who taught for many years as a professor at Goethe University Frankfurt, has decisively shaped the discourse on democracy, society, and media in Germany. Now, he has entrusted his alma mater with the second part of his preliminary legacy, which includes writings and correspondence from the period after 1994.
Carlo Carraro (CMCC): A new climate finance model to reward those who protect tropical forests
CMCC Foundation - Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate ChangeWhen AI paints like van Gogh, who gets the credit?
University of Texas at ArlingtonVincent van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci and Pablo Picasso created some of the most recognizable works of art in history. Their masterpieces have been displayed around the world, admired by millions and inspired generations of artists.
But if artificial intelligence generated an image mimicking their distinct styles and techniques, would their original work still stand apart? And if AI draws on their creations to produce something new, should those artists receive credit for the inspiration their work provides?
All aboard the remora rollercoaster – camera tags capture wild humpback rides
Griffith UniversityNew research showcases cardiovascular effects of space travel
Texas A&M UniversityHuman health is influenced by many factors: diet, exercise, family history, and — believe it or not — gravity. The Earth’s gravitational pull, or its absence, affects the movement of fluid throughout the body, impacting blood flow. As space travel becomes more common, it’s crucial to understand the body’s reaction to changes in gravity and its effects on astronauts’ health. Using tilt tables, researchers from the Bioastronautics and Human Performance (BHP) Laboratory at Texas A&M University are investigating the effects of different gravity levels on the body, all without leaving campus.