Researchers have created a functional semiconductor from graphene for the first time, creating the possibility of new computer chips with greater performance and efficiency ​Researchers have created a functional semiconductor from graphene for the first time, creating the possibility of new computer chips with greater performance and efficiency Researchers have created a functional semiconductor from graphene …

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The populations of species including bateleurs and secretary birds have fallen precipitously within the past 50 years, putting these birds at risk of extinction ​The populations of species including bateleurs and secretary birds have fallen precipitously within the past 50 years, putting these birds at risk of extinction The populations of species including bateleurs and secretary …

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A large language model can translate written instructions into code for a robot’s movement, enabling it to perform a wide range of human-like actions ​A large language model can translate written instructions into code for a robot’s movement, enabling it to perform a wide range of human-like actions A large language model can translate written instructions …

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In the largest survey yet of AI researchers, a majority say there is a non-trivial risk of human extinction due to the possible development of superhuman AI ​In the largest survey yet of AI researchers, a majority say there is a non-trivial risk of human extinction due to the possible development of superhuman AI In the …

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Cosmology has transformed our understanding of time past and the aeons to come, pointing to a deep future in which life may morph into incredible forms, says astronomer royal Martin Rees ​Cosmology has transformed our understanding of time past and the aeons to come, pointing to a deep future in which life may morph into …

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Electrically stimulating part of the brain makes people more susceptible to hypnosis, which has shown promise for treating conditions such as chronic pain ​Electrically stimulating part of the brain makes people more susceptible to hypnosis, which has shown promise for treating conditions such as chronic pain Electrically stimulating part of the brain makes people more susceptible …

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Researchers find that microglia –the brain’s immune cells — can trigger cognitive deficits after radiation exposure and may be a key target for preventing these symptoms. ​Researchers find that microglia –the brain’s immune cells — can trigger cognitive deficits after radiation exposure and may be a key target for preventing these symptoms. Researchers find that microglia …

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For talkative midshipman fish — sometimes called the ‘California singing fish’ — the midbrain plays a robust role in initiating and patterning of sounds used in vocal communication. ​For talkative midshipman fish — sometimes called the ‘California singing fish’ — the midbrain plays a robust role in initiating and patterning of sounds used in vocal …

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