Faster programs, easier programming
Dynamic programming is a technique that can yield relatively efficient solutions to computational problems in economics, genomic analysis, and other fields.
But adapting it to...
Scientists develop a new computational tool to speed drug discovery
A new computational tool called fABMACS is helping scientists more efficiently understand how protein molecule functions, which could ultimately speed up the drug discovery...
Scientists map Netflix’s content delivery network for the first time
Scientists at Queen Mary University of London have revealed the network infrastructure used by Netflix for its content delivery.
They achieved this by mimicking the...
Stanford scientists create a new computer to solve complex problems and save billions
The processing power of standard computers is likely to reach its maximum in the next 10 to 25 years.
Even at this maximum power, traditional...
Typing during Skype video or audio conference can compromise privacy
In a recent study led by University of California, Irvine, researchers find that traditional keyboard sounds can be decoded during skyping. This means typing...
Decision making during alcohol drinking is the same as cruise control on a car
Heavy alcohol drinking is an important public health issue. In the United States, over 88,000 people die every year from alcohol-related causes.
In a recent...
Michael Bloomberg donates $50 million to the Museum of Science to help research
Michael Bloomberg, the owner of Bloomberg L.P. and the former Mayor of New York City, donate $50 million to the Museum of Science.
The $50...
Brain waves can be used to protect cyber security
Cyber security and authentication have been under attack in recent months, seemingly every other day. Just recently, more than 500 million passwords were stolen...
Computer scientists discover 14 key components of creativity
Creativity is a complex, multi-faceted concept encompassing a variety of related aspects, abilities, properties and behaviors.
In a recent study, scientists use a computational linguistic...
Scientists design a new E-textile that can integrate computers into clothing
E-textiles, also called smart clothing or e-fabrics, are fabrics that enable digital components and electronics to be embedded in them.
They can be used to...
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Scientists confirm the main cause of dementia
In a recent study, researchers confirmed they discovered the main cause of dementia.
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Three common drugs linked to high dementia risk
In a recent study from the University of East Anglia, researchers find that long-term use of anticholinergic antidepressants is linked to a higher risk...
For older people, weight training is more important than cardio exercise
In a recent study from Wake Forest University, researchers found that weight training is more effective than cardio for older people.
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Three common drugs linked to high dementia risk
In a recent study, researchers found long-term use of two antidepressants is linked to a higher risk of dementia.
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Scientists discover a unique type of object in our solar system
In a recent study, researchers discovered an unusual type of object in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
They found two asteroids are orbiting...