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Florida has recently taken steps to direct textbook publishers to exclude specific terminology from their educational materials in order to maintain their market access in the state. Terms such as “critical race theory,” “social-emotional learning,” and “diversity, equity and inclusion” are among those being targeted for exclusion. This move by Florida follows a similar pattern […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Forest Pathogens. Forest pathogens are microscopic agents, including fungi, bacteria, and viruses, that cause diseases in trees and other forest plants. These pathogens have always been a part of forest ecosystems, playing roles in natural cycles of growth and decay. However, their impact can be devastating when they infect […]
Chinese AI firm, SenseTime, has taken a significant leap in the world of Artificial Intelligence with the launch of SenseNova 5.5. This latest technological advancement has been seen to outperform key metrics of GPT-4o, a leading AI model in the industry. The achievement stands tall amongst major advancements announced by other tech giants like Apple, […]
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a US-based corporation, is pioneering sustainability efforts in the biopharma industry with their innovative plant-based films. The company has developed a new film that has the potential to eliminate carbon emissions from plastic resin. This sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuel materials represents a significant leap forward in the quest for […]
Long-distance travel, particularly international journeys, contributes significantly to carbon emissions, even though these types of trips represent only a small fraction of total travel. This finding comes from a recent study conducted by the University of Leeds, which highlights the environmental impact of longer-distance travel. The study reveals that journeys exceeding 50 miles undertaken by […]
Meta, the social media conglomerate formerly known as Facebook, has recently unveiled a new AI tool that can retexture or generate 3D objects in under a minute. This state-of-the-art technology is a game-changer in the realm of 3D modelling, as it combines AssetGen and TextureGen models to significantly enhance the quality of 3D content. One […]