Can Facial Recognition Restrictions Enhance Tech Privacy? Probably Not
Facial recognition has always been a controversial technology, especially when it comes to the government using it. As tensions between the public and police have risen, some big names in the technology have taken a stand. Amazon, Microsoft and IBM have all stated that they'll stop selling facial recognition tech to the police. To be...
Self-Driving Cars Are Not a Safety Solution
There are two ways of looking at autonomous vehicles, and both of them are true. A thorough analysis by one of country’s leading automotive insurance research groups threw some hard data—some would say cold water—on self-driving car technology and the reactions were in predictably stark contrasts. Potential headlines on the news:
New Injection Molding Technology Could Close COVID-19 Testing Gap
Following the White House’s declared state of emergency in March and subsequent Harvard study showing a need for up to 20 million COVID-19 tests per day by the end of summer, innovation from the manufacturing industry has responded with a scalable technology capable of closing the testing gap.
Why Facial Recognition Remains a Powerful Yet Controversial Technology
Facial recognition is expected to become one of the most important technological developments of the era. While the usage of such technology is extremely controversial, the power of facial recognition could prove to be revolutionary across a variety of major industries. It is surprising to learn just how long facial recognition has...
A Pandemic Shift; Company Moves to Increase Production of Solar-Powered Chargers for Healthcare Infrastructure
The current healthcare crisis has caused many companies to change plans. Some have shut down; others have ramped-up production of critical goods needed to combat the coronavirus. One small but growing company in San Diego, California, deemed an essential service during the crisis, realigned its production to focus on one product—the EV...
Godspeed Crew Dragon; NASA and SpaceX Begin New Journey
On May 27, NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley will pilot a SpaceX capsule called the “Crew Dragon” to the International Space Station in low orbit.
This is What the New Space Race Looks Like
50 years after Apollo 11, the nation and world look forward to a multi-pronged space program, a new space race, built on cooperation between NASA and many commercial ventures.
Poppy Northcutt: The First Woman to Work in Mission Control at NASA
Poppy Northcutt, a young mathematical whiz figured out lunar orbital trajectories — and became the first woman to work in Mission Control. Her mission? Apollo.
Titan's Massive Methane Lakes Could Be Encrusted with Crystals
Scientists may have discovered that Titan, the largest of Saturn's moon, may have methane lakes encrusted with crystals.
The 10 Best Science Podcasts to Listen to Right Now
It can be difficult to sift through all of the science podcasts out there. Here, we’re breaking down the top 10 science podcasts that you should listen to.
Impossible Foods: A Look at the Science Behind Meatless Meat
Completely composed of plants, the Impossible Burger truly lives up to its name and even has the taste and texture of a typical beef burger.
The 7 Best Science Documentaries to Watch Right Now
With so many science documentaries detailing innovations and discoveries all over, we're listing the top 7 science documentaries that you need to watch!
Is China Launching an Artificial Moon?
In recent years, there have been many fascinating innovations. China may be planning to launch an artificial moon. Let's find out why.
Planet 9: What is it and Does it Even Exist?
What is Planet 9? Does it even exist? When will we discover it and can we decide on a better name? These questions and more in this episode of Quick Bytes.
Quick Bytes: What is Bioluminescence and How Does it Work?
Bioluminescence is famous for making sea shores mysteriously glow with a variety of colors. But, what actually causes this oceanic light show?
Cloud Seeding: Real Science of Weather Manipulation
Do we actually have weather manipulation technology? Was your crazy cousin Jerry right all along? Find out in this short but informative video.
Asteroid or Volcanoes? New Dinosaur Extinction Research Says "Yes"
What exactly killed the dinosaurs? Was it the asteroid? Or was it volcanic activity? Science says, "Yes, yes it was."
Plasma Flares & the Science of Microwaving Grapes
Why does microwaving grapes cause tiny explosions of plasma? Find out in this video QuickByte.
Meet Flatr, The New Flat Earther Dating App
Your eyes are not deceiving you. Flat Earthers now have their own dating app called, Flatr. Learn all about it in this video.
